Psychological Effects of Mastectomy Breast cancer is the most common malignant tumour in women. Nowadays there has been a great progress in its early detection and treatment, improving the outcome of the disease. When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, the initial priority is to treat the disease. This
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Psychological effects of cancer in young adults
Psychological Effects of Cancer in Adults Undergoing treatment for cancer can have a huge impact on the way one thinks and feels. Psychological Effects of cancer and its treatment may affect the patients’ body image – how one feels about the way one looks, feels for friends & family, relationships,
How does breast cancer treatment influence sexuality of women? Which sexuality issues and the side effects of treatment should be discussed with health care professionals?
Women undergoing breast cancer treatment whether it is lumpectomy, mastectomy or reconstruction, need information about physical and psychological effects of the treatment. Along with the physical side effects of radiation and chemotherapy, safety issues of having an implant, libido and sexaulity during various stages of cancer and after therapy,
How can we address the serious issues faced by the young cancer patients?
How can we address the serious issues faced by the young cancer patients? Young adults go through a lot of psychological issues related to cancer especially with respect to body image problems and existing pubertal issues. Additionally, peer-related problems, continuity in education and work, sexuality issues, fertility issues etc need
Incidences of cancer affliction What type of cancer is rampant among the Indian population
Incidences of cancer affliction As per official records, there were 25 lakh cancer patients in India in 2013. 8 lakh new patients were registered in the National Cancer Registry. Lung and oral cancer is more prevalent in men while most women are affected by cervical and breast cancer. The increase
What are the helpful screening tests?
What are the helpful screening tests? Cancer screening aims to detect cancer before symptoms appear. This may involve blood tests, urine tests, other tests, or medical imaging. Screening is highly advised for people with a family history of cancer as they have higher risk of developing cancer. The benefits of
How do wigs aid in psycho-social therapy for women patients who lose hair due to chemotherapy?
Wigs aid in psycho-social therapy for women patients Hair is an important feature of our looks. Most chemotherapy drugs cause loss of hair during cancer treatment. This is because chemotherapy kills rapidly growing healthy cells like hair follicles while killing cancerous cells. To bring about awareness of the trauma of
There are a very few counselling centres in India for cancer. why? How can we bring about a change?
Cancer Counselling in India How can we bring about a change? We feel that there is a lack of awareness amongst the common man about the need and availability of counseling to begin with. Most people are either not aware of counseling services or are skeptical about discussing their problems
How effective is tele-counseling service offered by copewithcancer in dealing with this ailment?
Tele-counseling service offered by copewithcancer As the use of Internet and telecommunications services continues to grow, tele-counseling is often more convenient for patients and care-givers. It may increase patients’ comfort level as they do not have to worry about being visible to the counselor, whether for body image reasons, fears
What emotional and psychological care does copewithcancer offer cancer patients and their care-givers?
Emotional and psychological care for cancer patients and their caregivers The website explains the disease and its effect on patients. It conveys the risk factors and suggests pain management & treatment options. We’ve addressed the symptoms of cancer and its effects on young adults and the effect of cancer on fertility.
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