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Managing Anxiety and Distress in Cancer Survivors
National Cancer Institute 135d 1 tweets
Many cancer survivors experience distress and anxiety long after completing treatment. Researchers are exploring ways to support the psychological and emotional needs of a diverse range of cancer survivors and how to tailor existing approaches to...
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NCI Supportive Care Being diagnosed with cancer and going through intensive treatment is stressful. So, when treatment ends, family and friends are eager to celebrate. But many cancer survivors don’t feel like celebrating or don’t feel ready to move on with their lives. More: 135d
Lymphedema
National Cancer Institute 644d 3 tweets
Lymphedema (the build-up of lymph fluid in tissues causing swelling) can have significant negative effects on function and quality of life. Learn about ways to prevent and treat it with exercise, compression, laser and drug therapy, surgery,...
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NCI Supportive Care Studies have shown that carefully controlled exercise is safe for patients with lymphedema. 146d
Cancer Survivorship
National Cancer Institute 176d 3 tweets
Continued research will help find new ways to address the challenges that face cancer survivors, greatly improving their well-being and quality of life.
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NCI Supportive Care Improving the quality of life of cancer survivors requires research to better understand the role of diet, exercise, and other risk factors. NCI’s work in these areas will support new ways to improve the well-being of cancer survivors. #NCIFuture 177d
Late Effects of Treatment for Childhood Cancer (PDQ®)–Patient Version
National Cancer Institute 178d 1 tweets
The treatment of cancer may cause health problems (late effects) for childhood cancer survivors months or years after successful treatment has ended. Get information about the long-term physical, psychological and social effects of treatment for...
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NCI Supportive Care Childhood cancer survivors can have problems months or years after successful treatment has ended. Cancer treatments may harm the body's organs, tissues, or bones and cause health problems later in life. These health problems are called late effects. 178d
Cardiopulmonary Syndromes (PDQ®)–Patient Version
National Cancer Institute 179d 1 tweets
Cardiopulmonary syndromes are conditions of the heart and lung and can occur in some cancers. They include shortness of breath (dyspnea), chronic cough, pleural and pericardial effusion, and superior vena cava syndrome. Learn more about these...
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NCI Supportive Care Cancer patients can develop cardiac (heart) and pulmonary (lung) problems during treatment. Learn more : 179d
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NCI Supportive Care Doctors are trying to better understand how cancer treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy cause fatigue. 187d
When Someone You Love Is Being Treated for Cancer
National Cancer Institute 205d 2 tweets
Covers practical, coping, and communication tips for friends and family members caring for loved ones with cancer.
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NCI Supportive Care Being a caregiver to someone you care about may mean helping with daily activities such as going to doctor’s visits or preparing food. It can also be coordinating care and services or offering emotional support. 205d
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NCI Supportive Care Being a caregiver to someone you care about may mean helping with daily activities such as going to doctor’s visits or preparing food. It can also be coordinating care and services or offering emotional support. 171d
Drug Reduces Cancer Treatment-Related Joint Pain
National Cancer Institute 236d 1 tweets
A Cancer Currents blog post about a clinical trial demonstrating that duloxetine (Cymbalta®) may reduce joint pain caused by aromatase inhibitors in women being treated for early-stage breast cancer.
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NCI Supportive Care A drug most commonly used to treat depression may also reduce joint pain in some women being treated for early-stage breast #cancer 236d
Olanzapine Reduces Nausea Caused by Advanced Cancer
National Cancer Institute 240d 1 tweets
Treatment with olanzapine (Zyprexa) can greatly reduce nausea and vomiting in people with advanced cancer, a small clinical trial has shown. The study’s leaders believe that olanzapine may fill a need for patients with advanced cancer whose nausea...
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NCI Supportive Care People with advanced cancer who have nausea and vomiting not caused by chemotherapy may have an effective new treatment for this distressing side effect of the disease. 240d
Survivorship
National Cancer Institute 1267d 6 tweets
Many cancer survivors say that once treatment ended, it was hard to make a transition to a new way of life. Learn about this phase of your care and how to adjust to the new feelings and issues that come after cancer treatment.
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NCI Supportive Care There are millions cancer survivors in the US. Many say they had support during their treatment, but once it ended it was hard to make a transition. They had to adjust to new feelings, new problems & different ways of looking at the world. 244d
Questions to Ask about Your Treatment
National Cancer Institute 1101d 3 tweets
Suggested questions for cancer patients to ask their doctors about treatment choices and the possible side effects of cancer treatment.
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NCI Supportive Care You may want to ask your doctor some of the following questions before you decide on your cancer treatment. 262d
Clinical Trials Information for Patients and Caregivers
National Cancer Institute 1301d 4 tweets
Explains clinical trials, including what they are, why they are important, things to think about when deciding to take part, and questions to ask your doctor.
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NCI Supportive Care You may want to consider taking part in a clinical trial one day -- here are the basics you need to know. 284d
Aromatherapy With Essential Oils (PDQ®)–Patient Version
National Cancer Institute 293d 1 tweets
Aromatherapy research with cancer patients has studied the effect of essential oils on anxiety, nausea, vomiting, and other health conditions. Learn more about aromatherapy use as a complementary therapy in this expert-reviewed summary.
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NCI Supportive Care Studies of aromatherapy for treating the side effects of #cancertherapy have shown mixed results. There have been some reports of improved mood, anxiety, sleep, nausea, and pain. Learn more: 293d
Cancer Pain (PDQ®)–Patient Version
National Cancer Institute 309d 1 tweets
Cancer pain can be caused by cancer itself or its treatment and can be controlled or lessened in most patients. Learn how a personal pain plan can be used to control pain in this expert-reviewed information summary.
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NCI Supportive Care Using medications such as opioids is not the only way to deal with cancer pain. Nerve blocks, radiation, physical therapy, and integrative therapies might help, too. Read more: 309d
Cardiotoxicity
Division of Cancer Prevention 310d 1 tweets
Damage to the heart (cardiotoxicity), or blood vessels (cardiovascular toxicity) can occur during or after cancer treatment. As treatments have improved, more patients are surviving longer after a diagnosis of cancer than at any time in the past....
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NCI Supportive Care Damage to the heart (cardiotoxicity), or blood vessels (cardiovascular toxicity) can occur during or after cancer treatment. Health issues around cardiotoxicity, both who is at risk and how to reduce that risk, is under study. 310d
Coronavirus: What People with Cancer Should Know
National Cancer Institute 355d 22 tweets
Some types of cancer and treatments may increase your risk of developing serious complications from a coronavirus infection. Learn about how patients with cancer can protect themselves and what they should do if they have symptoms of an infection.
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NCI Supportive Care NCI has posted information about coronavirus and what people with cancer, and those taking care of them, need to know: 316d
Cost Can Influence Breast Cancer Surgery Choice
National Cancer Institute 541d 5 tweets
For some women with breast cancer, cost influenced the type of surgery they choose to get to remove their tumors, a new study finds. However, very few women reported discussing the costs of care with their medical team.
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NCI Supportive Care Some women with breast cancer are able to choose between types of surgery to remove their tumors. Because options are equally effective, the decision often comes down to preference about recovery time, potential complications, and effect on appearance. 317d
Staying Healthy During Cancer Treatment
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 339d 1 tweets
Cancer patients: Get tips for staying physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy during your cancer treatment from CDC.
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NCI Supportive Care How Can I Avoid Getting an Infection During Chemotherapy? To lower your risk of infection— Wash your hands often, and ask your family, visitors, and health care providers to wash theirs, too. 339d
Novel Coronavirus 2019, Wuhan, China | CDC
Cdc.gov 408d 214 tweets
Chinese health authorities have identified more than 40 human infections with a novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in an outbreak of pneumonia in Wuhan, China.
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NCI Supportive Care People with cancer, especially those in treatment, are at risk from any infection -- take reasonable precaustions And keep up to date on what says about the spread of #COVID19 369d
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NCI Supportive Care People with cancer need to be careful to avoid infections, including #COVID19. Handwashing is the best way to keep from transferring germs. How to time your handwashing from 348d
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NCI Supportive Care People with cancer, especially those in treatment, are at risk from any infection -- take reasonable precautions And keep up to date on what says about the spread of #COVID19 257d
Choices for Care with Advanced Cancer
National Cancer Institute 370d 1 tweets
Know your choices for cancer care when coping with advanced cancer. Learn about palliative care, hospice care, and trying a clinical trial.
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NCI Supportive Care When dealing with #metastatic or advanced cancer, you still have choices you can make about your care -- even if more treatment is not an option. #busylivingwithmets #PalliativeCare #hpm 370d