Pretty sure we all do this. It’s human nature, after all. And in Cancer Land this comparing thing goes on a lot.
Weird aches and pains abound after cancer treatment, making it hard for patients in remission to figure out whether they’re suffering a treatment side effect or experiencing the first whispers of a cancer recurrence.
“I see patients with different types of cancer and a lot of the time, they want to know ‘Is this pain related to recurrence or is it something else?’” said Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center’s Medical Director of Cancer Rehabilitation Hanna Hunter MD. “In a lot of cases, it’s something else.”
“If you don’t know how to die, don’t worry; Nature will tell you what to do on the spot, fully and adequately. She will do this job perfectly for you; don’t bother your head about it.” – Montaigne
I have been dealing with my mortality for the past 12 years — since I was diagnosed with Lynch syndrome. I struggled with it initially because several family members have died young and have left young children behind.
“Being proactive with my daily health has been important throughout my Lynch journey. Taking control of my health by exercising, maintaining my weight and eating well is essential and helps me feel like I can control some aspects of my life. “
“Living with Lynch syndrome can be challenging, but prioritising self-care, seeking professional support, connecting with others, and practicing mindfulness and stress reduction techniques have helped me manage the emotional impact of this condition.”
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“The future is bright for those of us with Lynch syndrome and, most likely, for most of us with a hereditary cancer syndrome.“
She and all of the new medical advances for those with Lynch syndrome give me hope for if and when I ever develop cancer.
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