Coping with treatment

Cancer treatment can affect things like your emotional well-being and your relationships. We have information about the help and support available and advice to help you cope.

Cancer and your emotions

It is common to have many different emotions when you have cancer. There is no right or wrong way to feel.

Complementary therapies
Some people find it helpful to try different therapies to help them feel better while they are having treatment.
Changes in weight
Some cancer treatments, side effects or even lifestyle changes can cause you to gain or lose weight.
Talking, counselling and support groups
Talking about your thoughts and feelings may help you cope with the stress, anxiety and difficult feelings that can happen following a cancer diagnosis.
Cancer and mental health support
If you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, different people can help you find support.
Cancer and your sex life
Cancer and cancer treatment may affect your sex life. Find out how to get support and treatment that can help improve your sexual well-being.
Money, finance and insurance
Financial issues can cause worry if you become ill. Find information on financial matters including pensions, mortgages, insurance and benefits.
Coping at work during treatment

The impact cancer treatment has on your work will depend on your situation. Find out more about the support you can get at work during treatment.
Holistic Needs Assessment (HNA)

A Holistic Needs Assessment (HNA) is an assessment and discussion you may have with someone from your healthcare team.
Caring for others when you have cancer
If you have cancer and care for someone else, it can be difficult to think about your own needs.
Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition where there is too much sugar in the blood. If you have diabetes, cancer and its treatment can affect your blood sugars.
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Macmillan services

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How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

Call us on 0808 808 00 00
8am to 8pm. It's free to call from landlines and mobiles within the UK.
Email us
Get in touch via this form
Chat online
Every day 8am - 8pm.
Online Community

Chat online anonymously to others who understand what you are going through. Our community is available 24/7 and has dedicated forums where you can get advice and ask our experts.
Find local cancer support services
What's going on near you? Find out about support groups, where to get information and how to get involved with Macmillan where you live.