Today, hear 10 tips compiled from our website and patient feedback to help newly diagnosed patients in navigating and understanding their initial diagnosis, especially during the first few visits with a doctor, namely:
- Take notes during your appointments.
- Stay off google and ask questions of experts!
- Be prepared for long appointments, especially at first: Bring a light jacket, water, and a snack.
- Advocate for yourself!
- Ask for medical oncology referrals
- Consider a biopsy
- Lean into social support networks
- Process your diagnosis on your timeline; it’s okay to set boundaries!
- Seek emotional and mental support from professionals as you need it.
- Maintain hope, seek joy, and look for the gifts! Read the social media post here! Be sure to follow us on instagram @acureinsight, for more stories and ideas to help you navigate this journey with OM! *A Cure in Sight is a 501c3 organization. All donations made can help fund our podcast to educate patients, fund research, aid patients, and more! Donate $10, $15, $20, (venmo) or whatever you are able via PayPal today to help A Cure in Sight in their quest to find a cure!
This podcast was hosted by Danet Peterson and produced by Agora Media.
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