Sad Woman
Breast cancer changes a woman's life and the lives of everyone close to her. Living with breast cancer can be very difficult to handle. Women who live with breast cancer worry about caring for their families, retaining their jobs and doing the things they normally do every day. They are also very concerned about the tests, treatments and bills, which are associated with breast cancer. Recovery from breast cancer is different for everyone.
Treatment is Draining
Patient in Hospital
Surgery, chemotherapy treatments and the medicine that you take to treat the cancer are physically and emotionally draining. You may find that you are exhausted, and many of your waking hours will be filled with the stress of dealing with this illness. You may find it very difficult to talk about your private feelings concerning your breast cancer and the life after diagnosis.
Support
Church
It is very important to find someone with whom you can discuss your most intense fears. It is a good idea to meet with a social worker or a member of the clergy to talk about your feelings and discuss your concerns. They may be able to give you some good resources for help with your recovery, such as financial aid, transportation, emotional support, or even home care.
Exercise
Exercising
Exercising is part of the recovery process. A woman who has undergone surgery as treatment for her cancer will have to exercise her arm and shoulder to regain motion and strength in these areas. Exercising will also reduce the amount of pain and stiffness in her neck and back. Depending on your treatment, the doctor may recommend special exercises whenever the woman is ready. Exercising is usually started within a day or two of surgery with the help of a physical therapist. Overtime, you will become more active.
Regular Check-ups
Doctor's Office
It is essential to see your physician for regular checkups when recovering from breast cancer. Even if the cancer was completely removed, it sometimes returns after the treatment. Your physician will monitor your recover and check to make sure it has not returned. Follow-ups will occur frequently while recovering from breast cancer.
Report Unusual Symptoms
If you have pain, loss of appetite or weight loss, changes in your menstrual cycle, bleeding, or blurred vision, contact your physician. You should report headaches, dizziness, shortness of breath, backaches, or digestive problems that seem unusual. You should report any changes in the area that was treated immediately.
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