Having support during diagnosis and treatment for epithelial ovarian cancer is very important. There might be times when a woman needs practical help at home or help dealing with the emotions that diagnosis and treatment for epithelial ovarian cancer bring up.
It can be difficult to accept a loss of independence, but accepting help can allow women to conserve their energy for things that are really important to them. It can be difficult for women to ask for help or to talk about how they are coping. Some women feel they don’t have the words to describe how they’re feeling. Others feel embarrassed or feel that they don’t want to be a burden to family, friends or health professionals.
Sources of support
A woman’s family, partner, friends or neighbours might be able to give practical support. Although it’s sometimes difficult to accept this support, remember that others might feel good if they can help.As well as practical support from family, friends, partners or neighbours, outside help is available. Accepting outside help can put less strain on family and friends and allow you to spend more pleasurable time with those close to you. Remember, the sooner you ask for help for whatever type of care, the easier and quicker it will be to organise and receive it.
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