{"id":10506,"date":"2025-07-10T00:04:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T05:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mickeylieberman.com\/cancer\/?p=10506"},"modified":"2025-04-20T21:32:14","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T02:32:14","slug":"how-do-cancer-survivors-move-beyond-the-cure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mickeylieberman.com\/cancer\/how-do-cancer-survivors-move-beyond-the-cure\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do Cancer Survivors Move Beyond the Cure?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cancer Survivors Move Beyond the Cure<\/span><\/p>\n

Doctors have some good news, for a change, about cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, better than 79 percent of U.S. children diagnosed with cancer will survive it.<\/span><\/p>\n

The bad news is that nearly two-thirds of the children will experience physical or psychological problems or learning disabilities as they get older as a result of their diagnosis or treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

These “late effects” can occur months, even years, after cancer has been treated.<\/span><\/p>\n

If survivors don’t know about possible late effects, they might not associate the problems with the cancer diagnosis.<\/span><\/p>\n

A minor health problem could become a life-threatening issue.<\/span><\/p>\n

Parents can take a proactive approach to their child’s health.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are suggestions:<\/span><\/p>\n

You are your child’s best advocate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do some research, ask questions, and learn all you can about the diagnosis, treatment protocol, and potential complications.<\/span><\/p>\n

Maintain a detailed medical journal.<\/span><\/p>\n

From the time a diagnosis is made, keep a pen and notepad with you at all times and write everything down.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not only will this assist you during your child’s treatment, but it will also give you an accessible record for the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

Be open and honest with yourself, your family, and especially your child.<\/span><\/p>\n

Knowing about possible late effects is necessary to help your child lead a full, healthy, and productive life.<\/span><\/p>\n

Maintain a healthy lifestyle for your family. A good diet during treatment can help minimize side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n

Follow a low-fat, plant-based diet and encourage daily physical activity to increase energy, improve moods, boost self-esteem, and stimulate the immune system.<\/span><\/p>\n

After each treatment, get all of the necessary information for your child’s continued care.<\/span><\/p>\n

Be aware that as a result of cancer and\/or its treatment, your child may have difficulties in school.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meet with school administrators and teachers to discuss your child’s needs and health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

Talk to the teachers about educational late effects and watch for learning problems. If necessary, have your child take a neuropsychological evaluation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Be aware that transitioning to “normal life” as treatment ends may cause fear, anxiety, and stress.<\/span><\/p>\n

Childhood cancer survivors must receive accurate and current information about possible late effects.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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