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It is important to know the role of the healthcare professionals involved with cancer care, and whom to go to when you have a concern or question. Here
are some of the questions and things you should be aware of.
Professionals
GP
Breast Surgeon
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
Reconstructive (plastic) surgeon
Anaesthetist
Pathologist
Nurses
Therapist
Radiologist
Dietitian
Psychologist
Practical tips
Questions to ask
Telling others about your awful news can
be one of the toughest challenges, but
the more support you place around you
the easier it will be. Here are some of the
ways you can tell other family members,
and how to discuss cancer with your partner
How to talk about cancer?
Who to get a second opinion from?
Who will be leading the treatment?
What each member of your loved one healthcare team does?
Keep a note of what is going well in your loved one's treatment
What improvements could be made to make the journey better for you
You can ask to record any discussions with your healthcare team or have a record of any letters
keep a note of conversation details
How to talk about cancer?
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TO ASK
How to talk about cancer
Telling others about your awful news
can be one of the toughest challenges,
but the more support you place around you the easier it will be. Here are some
of the ways you can tell other family members,and how to discuss cancer
with your partner
Benefits of talking
How to talk about cancer?
To understand how you are both feeling
To reassure each other
Find solutions to your problems
Helps you to feel more in control
You will feel more supported and less anxious
Builds a stronger bond
Practical tips
It is important to remember if you or your loved one don't want to discuss it then don't
Take the lead from your loved one
Have a space at home where you feel comfortable about chatting is useful
Keeping a list of things you want to discuss for when the time is right
Telling others
Introduce the subject gradually
Do it in a way that is most comfortable for you
Give them information if they ask but in small chunks
Don't worry about silences
Say what you need to say
Be truthful
Accept and ask for support
It's ok to go back to small talk