It’s important to note that every person is different and experiences breast cancer in their own unique way.
We will highlight some of the emotions and concerns that are common at three important times in your journey.
One of the best first steps is to ask for help.
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And when you ask, be willing to receive help.
Being diagnosed with breast cancer is not a time to be a hero.
Being willing to experience the take part of give and take.
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Patients are more involved in treatment decisions now than they were 50 years ago.
It can also help to find a local support group.
Breast cancer treatment is a marathon, not a sprint.
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Distress is common in people with cancer, reported to affect roughly 45% of people in treatment.
Therapies that have been found to be effective in reducing distress includemeditation, yoga, relaxation, and imagery.
You may still be taking hormone therapy and going for follow-up visits, but how are you feeling now?
A very large percentage of people who have received cancer treatment suffer from late effects.
A 2015 study quantified this, and found that the rates of severe depression was 36%.
The alternative therapies mentioned above can be helpful.
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