Coping With Skin Cancer
From Nicholette Zeliadt, former About.com Guide
You or a loved one has just been diagnosed with skin cancer. Where do you turn for guidance and support? Fortunately, many resources are available on how to cope physically and emotionally with this potentially devastating disease.
Managing Symptoms and Side Effects
Skin cancer treatment can cause a variety of side effects, ranging from annoying to life-threatening. Here are some of the common side effects of chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted/immunotherapy and tips on coping with them as you go through treatment.
- Video: Chemotherapy and its Side Effects
- Coping with Cancer Fatigue
- Sunburn Treatment: Tips and Tricks
Emotional Support
What is the best way to cope with the fear and stress of a skin cancer diagnosis? Where can you find assistance and support in your community and online? What are some tips for those caring for a loved one with skin cancer? Take a look at these suggestions that have helped others with cancer, and don't forget to take care of yourself while you're caring for others, too.
