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Cancer diagnosis? Advice for dealing with what comes next
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What advice would you give someone who has just received a cancer diagnosis?
When should you consult a specialist in cancer diagnosis and treatment (oncologist)?
Is it a good idea to seek a second opinion after a cancer diagnosis?
What qualities should you look for in a doctor?
What should you consider when discussing treatment options?
Don't all cancer treatments have awful side effects?
What role can your family and friends play?
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Almost half of all men and a third of all women in the United States will receive a cancer diagnosis at some time in their lives. A cancer diagnosis often comes with little warning.
Here, Edward T. Creagan, M.D., a cancer specialist at Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota, offers his advice on what to expect and how to cope after a cancer diagnosis.
