NCUK Virtual Patient Handbook

with neuroendocrine cancer, can be challenging. Being informed, u have a clear idea of what to expect, can help. bout your disease and treatment options is completely up to you. Try h because the people close to you want to know more. If you are now, this can be discussed with them and your specialist team - so

el relived / optimistic, however, what you may experience is a sense of

me that living with cancer has become easier, or even, that it has

ce (monitoring), emotions can surface as you reflect on your situation

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more carefully after a cancer diagnosis. You might start feeling ast.

This isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It’s important to be aware of potential issues, and your care team will let you know of any specific symptoms to be alert for, that could be related to your diagnosis or to your treatment. However, it can become difficult if you start to feel overwhelmed or pre-occupied by worries about your health.

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