Coping 彙整 - HK Cancer Fund

Immunotherapy

Nowadays your doctor may use infusion of immunotherapeutic drug to treat you cancer. Mostly it is well tolerated but very uncommonly (~1-2%) the treatment may trigger immune system to attack your organs. Please seek medical care immediately if you have following problem after infusion of immunotherapy ● New onset

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Coping with diagnosis

Hearing you have cancer is typically unexpected, challenging and life-changing. It may be difficult to understand or even believe what you are hearing and can evoke a wide range of emotions. It is common to feel anger, fear and depression about your cancer, however, with time, hopefully, these emotions will

Other Useful Information

Hong Kong sites: Hospital Authority Hong Kong Cancer Registry Local cancer statistics recorded by Hong Kong Hospital Authority. http://www3.ha.org.hk/cancereg Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Genetic Diagnosis Laboratory The Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Genetic Diagnosis Laboratory was established since 1995 and has been providing genetic diagnosis for families with familial colorectal cancer. http://www.hku.hk/patho/colonreg Hong

For Caregivers

When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, the lives of family and friends are also turned upside down when they step into the important role of caregiver. Although deeply rewarding, this role can be incredibly stressful and challenging. Providing constant care, keeping up to date with medical knowledge and

General Information – Coping

General Information Going through cancer treatment can be a difficult and painful ordeal. People often experience emotionally draining and physically challenging side effects. Fortunately, most side effects will go away in time and there are ways to learn to deal with them and minimise the disruption to your life.

Managing Side Effects of Radiotherapy – Coping

Radiotherapy for Cancer Managing Radiotherapy Side Effects Common side effects Fatigue During a radiotherapy procedure, your body uses a lot of energy dealing with the effects of radiation on normal cells. Fatigue is the most common side effect of radiotherapy. Repairing damage to normal cells requires energy. Daily trips to the

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