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2010 Livestrong Survey: Post-treatment needs of Survivors

In June 2010, Livestrong launched a new and improved version of the 2006 survey which once again focused on the physical, emotional and practical needs of post-treatment survivors. This report

Body Image

Body Image 17124

You may experience temporary or permanent physical changes in your body as a result of cancer treatment. The way you feel and think about your body may also change. Understanding how cancer can affect read more

  • body changes
  • body image
  • effects of treatment

Supporting the Fight Against Cancer: A Livestrong Brief

This report was the result of data gathered from 2,307 cancer survivors who voluntarily participated in the Livestrong Survey for Post-Treatment Cancer Survivors initially launched in 2006. This

Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain 23631

Survivors sometimes experience ongoing pain after cancer treatment. Chronic (or persistent) pain may be mild or severe, and may affect quality of life. The good news is that there are now many methods read more

  • after treatment
  • chronic pain
  • complimentary treatment
Communicating With Your Health Care Team

Communicating With Your Health Care Team 16027

Do you understand the information you're getting from your health care team? Do you know what questions to ask? You need good communication to get the best care from your health care team members. read more

  • choosing your healthcare team
  • doctor's appointments
  • during treatment

Communicating With Your Partner 20429

A spouse or partner can be a primary source of support to a cancer survivor. However, if communication begins to break down, it can be stressful and result in low levels of support for both. read more

  • Caregiver
  • communicating with your partner
  • dating
Concerns About Physical Effects of Treatment

Concerns About Physical Effects of Treatment 15436

It’s natural to have concerns about physical changes that could happen during and after cancer treatment. Your health care team can help you learn what to expect. They will explain what is likely to read more

  • acupuncture
  • biofeedback
  • drugs
Emotional Support Teams for Survivors

Emotional Support Teams for Survivors 14163

The need for emotional support doesn’t stop when treatment ends. There are many ways to receive emotional support that can improve your quality of life and help you manage the challenges you face at read more

  • counseling
  • emotional effects of cancer
  • Emotional Support

Emotions After Cancer Treatment 28662

After treatment is done, you can experience a mix of reactions. Often the emotions are positive. You may have discovered new personal strength and deepened relationships with loved ones during read more

  • after treatment
  • aftereffects
  • anger
Fatigue

Fatigue 22214

Sometimes survivors may feel extremely tired or feel like they don’t have enough energy to carry out daily activities. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms experienced by survivors during active read more

  • after treatment
  • fatigue
  • feeling weak
Female Sexual Health After Cancer

Female Sexual Health After Cancer 25419

One area of life that cancer and treatment might change is the ability to have or enjoy sex. This is sometimes referred to as female sexual dysfunction and can affect you physically and emotionally. read more

  • female sexual function
  • intimacy
  • partners
Finding a Counselor

Finding a Counselor 21477

A counselor provides a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can talk about your concerns. A counselor won’t solve your problems for you. You'll be guided through a process of learning and read more

  • counseling
  • counseling costs
  • counseling professionals
Life Expectancy

Life Expectancy 27014

Each person responds to treatment differently. No one knows in advance how effective cancer treatment will be. There's also no way to know how long anyone will live—with or without cancer. read more

  • cancer support groups
  • facing your fears
  • imerman angels
Ostomies

Ostomies 15598

Some survivors need to live with an ostomy after cancer treatment. An ostomy is a surgical opening from an organ inside the body to the outside of the body. This allows waste to empty into a pouch read more

  • colostomy
  • ileostomy
  • ostomy
Pain Management

Pain Management 10013

Not all cancer patients experience pain during treatment. However, some need to have pain managed by their health care team. Every experience is different. If you have pain, talk to your health care read more

  • alternative medicine
  • complementary medicine
  • fears