Living With
Breast cancer treatment usually demands several lifestyle modifications depending on the course of treatment. Patients undergoing treatment should build up a support system of friend, family and medical professionals to help them through treatment.
Cancer Recurrence
Breast cancer recurrence happens when someone who has previously been diagnosed with and cured of cancer develops cancer…
Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy is a powerful drug-based treatment that attempts to erradicate the body of cancer cells. The potency of the drugs cause often severe side effects in…
Cognitive Loss / Chemo Brain
Some chemotherapy patients report a mild to severe loss in cognitive function informally known as "Chemo Brain". Chemo Brain manifests itself much like dementia or…
Eating
Chemotherapy can cause severe nausea in patients, but it is important to sustain good nutrition during treatment. Many patients report nausea and difficulty…
Emotional Impact
Breast Cancer takes a significant physical and emotional toll on patients. The physical impact is farily obvious, but many women will experience severe anxiety,…
Hair Loss
Hair loss occurs as a result of chemotherapy and other drugs to suppress breast cancer. The depletion of estrogen is often the primary cause of experienced hair loss. When…
Mobility Issues and Fatigue
Fatigue is the most common side effect of breast cancer treatment and includes: incessant sleeping, inability to feel rested upon waking up, lack of interest in social and…
Sex and Intimacy
Sexual intimacy is greatly affected from breast cancer: physical changes due to mastectomy and surgical procedures, premenopause and hormones, side effects such as decreased…
Talking with Family
It is important to discuss Breast Cancer with family as they are often the best resource for emotional and physical support…
Talking with Friends
Being able to talk to someone about your breast cancer journey is an important part of of your emotional health. It can be hard to talk to friends and family who don't quite…
Working
Keeping your career a priority during breast cancer treatment is up to you. However, discussing your plan with your doctor and human resources department at work can help you…
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On July 31, 2007, Robin Roberts, co-anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America news show, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis to the public on air. After starting treatment, she returned to the show on August 13. And since that time, she’s…
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