First things first — please reach out to your care team right away about the sweating. It's always better to get checked out sooner rather than later, as catching things early can make a real difference in outcomes.
That said, the emotional weight of this is completely real and valid. A MyLymphomaTeam member once said Show Full Answer
First things first — please reach out to your care team right away about the sweating. It's always better to get checked out sooner rather than later, as catching things early can make a real difference in outcomes.
That said, the emotional weight of this is completely real and valid. A MyLymphomaTeam member once said, "Perhaps the only thing more earth-shattering than hearing you have cancer is to hear that your cancer has recurred." You are not alone in feeling this way. Here are some strategies that can help you stay grounded and positive:
- Talk to someone — a counselor or therapist can be incredibly helpful
- Consider meditation or mindfulness — research shows these reduce anxiety in people with lymphoma
- Exercise — even light movement can lift your mood
- Ask your doctor about statistics — knowing the facts about treatment options can actually reduce fear
- Set realistic expectations — healing, emotionally and physically, takes time
If anxiety feels overwhelming, speak with your care team about whether antidepressant or antianxiety medications might help you through this period. It's also worth knowing that even if this is a relapse, there are many effective second-line treatment options available. A relapse at 12 months is something your oncology team will have a clear plan for.
You've gotten through this before — that counts for a lot. 💙
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Biggest thing, stay off the internet, please don't jump to any conclusions and call your doctor.
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