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Managing physical changes due to secondary breast cancer
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Questions to ask about managing symptoms and side effects
Listed below are some questions that may be helpful when talking about managing symptoms of
secondary breast cancer
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What’s causing my symptoms?
What can be done to manage my symptoms?
Are there things I can do to help relieve/prevent symptoms?
Who should I contact if my symptoms get worse?
How will these symptoms affect the quality of my life?
Last Updated on Wednesday, 22 July 2009 10:16
Managing physical changes due to breast cancer
Managing emotional changes due to breast cancer
Dealing with practical aspects of a breast cancer diagnosis
Issues for women with secondary breast cancer
Managing physical changes due to secondary breast cancer
Managing pain
Managing symptoms and side effects
Hypercalcaemia
Tiredness (fatigue)
Nausea and vomiting
Loss of appetite
Sleeping difficulties
Constipation
Hair loss
Mouth ulcers
Lymphoedema
Skin changes
Movement problems
Headaches
Pressure sores
More severe symptoms
Questions to ask
Managing emotional changes due to secondary breast cancer
Dealing with practical aspects of a secondary breast cancer diagnosis
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