Emotional and Physical Matters

This section provides information on the following topics:

When the Doctor Says Cancer: For individuals newly diagnosed with cancer, learn more about finding support, seeking a second opinion, and organizing your cancer care.

Depression and Anxiety: Information for patients and family members on coping with symptoms of depression and anxiety. For more information on depression and anxiety as side effects of cancer or cancer treatment, visit Managing Side Effects.

Self-Image and Cancer: Physical, mental, and emotional changes associated with cancer and cancer treatment, and dealing with those changes.

Sexual and Reproductive Health: Information on coping with fertility and cancer treatment, pregnancy and cancer, menopause and cancer, and where to find support.

Managing Side Effects: Information on managing the potential side effects of cancer and cancer treatment.

Support and Resource Links: Links to patient information resources, cancer centers and cooperative groups, government agencies, and international patient information, journals, magazines, and information on support groups.

Fear of Recurrence: Learn more about coping with the fear of a cancer recurrence, including tips for facing fear and anxiety, expressing your feelings, staying well-informed, continuing regular follow-up care, reducing stress, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.