Eating healthy foods and being active may help lessen some of the physical and emotional effects of cancer treatment. For example, good nutrition can help you fight infection and give you more energy. And being active can help you deal with stress and keep you strong. Always talk with your healthcare team about any changes to your eating habits or how active you are.
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Some cancer treatments may cause changes to the way you look. It may help to find a support group of people who have also had these changes. They may be able to offer tips on ways to cope with these changes. Members of your healthcare team may also be able to help.
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As a care partner, you may find it hard to watch a loved one go through the changes he or she is having. But there are things you can do to help:
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Offer to go with your loved one to shop for new clothes. Be honest but sensitive
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Know that is it okay if there are times when your loved one doesn’t want to talk, but let him or her know you are there to listen
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Ask what daily task he or she least enjoys doing, and offer to do it
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Working during cancer treatment is a personal choice. You may find that what and how much you do may need to change based on how you feel. You may be wondering about many things, such as how to tell people at work, what laws will protect you or your loved one, or how to afford treatment if you are not able to work. There are people, such as an oncology social worker or your company’s human resources manager, who can help you address these concerns and make a plan that works for you. There are also many resources that can help you think about the steps you can take to address these concerns.
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