Your Questions, Our Answers
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Do my cancer symptoms merit a trip to the hospital?
An emergency room physician offers advice on when to seek help for concerning symptoms.
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Should my family members undergo genetic testing for cancer?
A genetic counselor can help determine if genetic testing would benefit you and your family.
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Can respite care allow me to take a break from caregiving?
Respite care can provide temporary relief for those caring for a loved one with cancer.
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What are healthy ways to deal with cancer-related anxiety?
Tools and techniques for people to cope with fears about cancer returning.
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How can I prevent hair loss from chemotherapy?
An expert shares options for cancer patients who want to prevent hair loss during treatment.
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What options do caregivers have for taking time away from work?
An expert shares tips for taking time off from a job to spend time caring for a loved one.
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What should I tell new doctors about my cancer history?
Now that my cancer treatment is complete, what do I need to tell any new providers I see about my medical history? STACIE CORCORAN: Having a primary care physician or internist is incredibly important when you are a cancer survivor. Your oncologist will continue to be involved in your care, but you now will see […]
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How do I talk to my caregivers about maintaining autonomy?
My caregivers do everything for me, even some simple tasks. How do I take back some autonomy without hurting their feelings? ALYSON ERARDY: You can and should have open and ongoing conversations with your loved ones who are acting as your caregivers. These conversations will allow you to share which needs you can manage on your […]
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How do I reduce the risk of infection during chemotherapy?
My partner is undergoing chemotherapy. What can I do to reduce her risk of infection while she is immunocompromised? JIM BOONYARATANAKORNKIT: Cancer and cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, can impair immune function, which can make people more susceptible to getting viruses or other infections. There is a spectrum of risk. Not all chemotherapy drugs dampen […]
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How Do I Set Boundaries for Visitors?
My father has been struggling with people asking to visit him often. How do I set boundaries for visitors without making anyone feel bad? JANE DABNEY: The first thing to keep in mind is that people generally mean well. They don’t want to disrupt the life of the person with cancer or you as a […]
