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Day 1: Just Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

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Breast cancer occurs when there are cancer cells in any of the three parts of the breast – lobules, ducts, and connective tissues. These cells can spread throughout the breast and even to other parts of the body. When you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, however, your doctor will be intent on mapping out your way forward. Between detailing your treatment options and how to manage all aspects of your health, there are a few changes you might have to make to your life. 

1. You Might Need More Tests

Being diagnosed with breast cancer after the initial imaging test is just the beginning. Your doctor will likely need to conduct CT scans, PET scans, biopsies, and blood tests. The aim will be to find out the exact type, location, and stage of cancer that you have. This information is necessary to determine which treatment you should get.

2. You Might Need Different Treatments

The treatment options for breast cancer include hormone-based medications, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted drug therapy, and surgery. While the tests listed above will be used to decide on the type of treatment you need, there are times when you’ll need more than one. When you start treatment, ask your doctor how to tell if it’s not working. 

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3. You’ll Still Need A Doctor After Treatment

As noted before, being treated doesn’t mean your doctor visits are over. Even if there are signs that your cancer is in remission, your doctor still needs to keep checking on you. These scheduled visits will include tests to check for signs of cancer cells throughout your body. 

4. Sleeping Well Will Be Important

Even though cancer treatments can make you tired, the discomfort can make it difficult for you to sleep. Apart from getting relaxed close to bedtime and making sure your bed is comfortable, make sure to avoid caffeine.

Relaxation exercises such as meditation and yoga can help you to get in the right frame of mind as well. It’s also fine to take naps during the day if you need them. The important thing is to get some rest. 

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5. You’ll Need To Exercise Regularly

Being physically active isn’t always easy when you’re dealing with breast cancer. In many cases, people who were active before being diagnosed have to slow down.

If you weren’t very active, you’ll need to take things slowly. Talk to your doctor about which exercises are best for you and

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