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After Diagnosis
Am I Going to Die?
It is normal to think about dying if you have just been told you have cancer. You may feel better knowing that the outlook for many people diagnosed with cancer is very good. Many people still believe that "cancer equals death." But the fact is that most cancers can be treated. More than half of the people who get cancer today will survive. [+] Show All How Do I Cope?
Taking in the news
At first, most people need some time to adjust to the fact that they have cancer. They need time to think about what is most important in their lives and to get support from loved ones. For many, this is an emotionally hard time. Feelings such as disbelief, shock, fear, and anger are all normal. [+] Show All Cancer and depression
Many people go through a time of grief and sadness when they first learn that they have cancer. They grieve the loss of health and the loss of certainty in their lives. This sadness may seem like depression, but it is not the same. Grieving -- feeling sadness, fear, anger, or going through crying spells -- is a normal, healthy reaction to learning of a serious health concern. It usually does not last a long time, and it is a normal response to a profound change in a person's life. [+] Show All How Do I Talk to People about My Cancer?
- Your family
- "Protecting" versus sharing
- Dealing with unexpected feelings
- New relationships
- Talking with children about cancer
- Your friends and adult relatives
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