Oncologist-mammologist Danail Nazliev told whether a patient with the fourth stage of cancer can “live happily ever after”.
The fourth stage of cancer means that the disease is progressing , and the tumor gave metastases, that is, secondary foci appeared in the bones, lungs, liver, brain, etc.
The short answer is yes, you can live happily ever after with stage 4 cancer. In fact, many people do just that. The long answer is a bit more complicated. There are no guarantees that you can live a long and fulfilling life with stage 4 cancer. The experience of each person is unique, and there are many factors that can affect the result, — the doctor noted in his telegram channel.
The specialist gave several recommendations to cancer patients and their relatives.
It is important to remember that cancer is a diseaserather than a death sentence. Despite its seriousness, cancer is treatable and many patients “live long and healthy lives” after being diagnosed.
Medicine is advancing, and this includes cancer treatment. There are now many treatment options.
“While there is no “cure” for stage four cancer, there are treatments that can prolong life and improve its quality. Finally, it's important to have realistic expectations. Although you can live happily ever after with stage 4 cancer, you need to be prepared for the fact that the disease may not be curable. It's important to have a support system in place and make sure you're all right in case the worst happens, the oncologist emphasized.
He urges you to remember that there is hope and that “thanks to treatment and support you can live a long and fulfilling life.
Common signs of cancer:
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- Sudden weight loss.
- Fever (37.2)
- Fatigue and weakness
- Bone pain
- Change in size, color, thickness, shape of moles
- Stool disorders (diarrhea, constipation)
- Persistent headache
- Unusual discharge
- Bleeding
- Cough, sore throat, hoarseness
- Problems with swallowing and indigestion.
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Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Danail Nazliev Medicine Oncologist-mammologist