Surviving Cancer: Follow-up Care
Even though cancer may be in the rearview mirror, your health shouldn’t be. Depending on your cancer, some doctors will want to see you on a regular basis during remission. No matter what, you’ve been able to get your health back, so rely on your healthcare team to help you hold on to it.
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Source: Colorectal Cancer AllianceIt's possible that your colorectal cancer can return after treatment. Review the importance of follow-up care and how it fits in your treatment journey.
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Source: American Cancer SocietyLife after colorectal cancer means returning to some familiarity, but it also includes making new choices. Learn how to adapt to these new changes as a colorectal cancer survivor.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteAfter you've finished your cancer treatment, you might have a lot of questions. Here are a few from the NCI that can help guide your conversation about next steps and follow-up care with your healthcare team.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteInformation from the NCI about follow-up medical care after you've completed cancer treatment. Find out what's involved in getting a wellness plan and taking steps toward a healthy lifestyle.
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Source: CancerCareA survivorship care plan is a very important part of follow-up care for everyone who completes treatment for cancer. It can help you work effectively with your healthcare team. Using these checklists can help you better manage your follow-up care.
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Source: Cancer Support CommunityCancers and its treatments can affect your bone health and bone-building process. Learn about your bone health, bone conditions, and keeping your bones healthy.
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Source: American Cancer SocietyExplore the American Cancer Society's Colorectal Cancer Survivorship Care Guidelines that provide recommendations for managing side effects, testing for recurrence, and more.
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Source: American Cancer SocietyColorectal cancer survivors can be affected by a number of health problems, but a major concern is facing cancer again. Learn about these second cancers and how you might be able to lower your risk of getting a second cancer.
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