About Breast Cancer: Say This, Not That, When Talking Breast Cancer

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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer Say This, Not That, When Talking Breast Cancer One of my worst moments in a support group happened the first time I wore a wig to the meeting. One of the members practically yelled, "A wig! Are you bald yet?" We were out in public, walking to the hospital cafeteria. I wanted to become instantly invisible. There are things that you just shouldn't say to a breast cancer patient. Check my worst and best of things to say. Need some zingers? Try these 10 Snappy Comebacks Search Related Topics:  breast cancer  diagnosis  treatments Reasons People May be Rude And How You Can Respond During treatment for breast cancer, you may get rude comments or insensitive remarks about yourself or the disease. Many people have never dealt with cancer, and have no idea of what to say. But if they are rude, you can decide how to respond. Learn the reasons that people may blurt out hurtful remarks. Search Related Topics:  emotions  breast cancer support  breast cancer diagnosis Coping With Stress During Breast Cancer Stress comes with a breast cancer diagnosis, but you can develop skills for stress coping. Learn some common things that cause breast cancer stress, and stress coping strategies. Having stress coping skills helps prepare you to be a breast cancer survivor. Search Related Topics:  cancer stress  stress reduction  coping skills Stress and Risk Factors Stress happens when push comes to shove. If you experience some force, pressure or demand on your body, mind, or emotions that causes tension or distress, you will respond or react in some way. Does it increase your risk for breast cancer? Search Related Topics:  breast cancer risk  stress and health  lifestyle choices Related Searches Breast Cancer Cancer Treatment Mesothelioma Cancer Cancer of the Bone Cancer Symptoms Featured Articles Breast Cancer Basics - Definition, Types, Survival Statistics Risk and Prevention Newly Diagnosed - What You Need to Know Before Starting Treatment Is It Breast Cancer? - Diagnosis, Tests, Results Treatment Options for Breast Cancer Support and Resources - During and After Treatment   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Pam Stephan Breast Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What is Breast Cancer? Symptoms of Breast Cancer Diagnosis of Breast Cancer Treatments for Breast Cancer Preventing Breast Cancer   Follow me on: Advertisement