Living With Leukemia

People who are living with leukemia may need help coping with the emotional and practical challenges presented by the disease. Healthcare providers are a good resource for answers to questions about treatment, working, and other activities. Some people with leukemia may also find that support groups are helpful. Social workers can often suggest resources for financial aid, transportation, home care, or emotional support that may make living with leukemia a little easier.

 

Living With Leukemia: An Overview

Living with leukemia can be a challenge, and some people with the cancer find that they need help coping with the emotional and practical aspects of the disease.
 

Support Groups for People Living With Leukemia

Some people who are living with leukemia find support groups to be helpful. In these groups, patients or their family members get together to share what they have learned about coping with the disease and the effects of treatment. Support groups may offer support in person, over the telephone, or on the Internet.
 

Living With Leukemia: Getting Information From Healthcare Providers

People living with leukemia may worry about:
 
  • Caring for their families
  • Keeping their jobs
  • Continuing daily activities
  • Leukemia treatments
  • Managing side effects, hospital stays, and medical bills.
 
Doctors, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team can answer questions about treatment, working, or other activities.
 

Living With Leukemia: Using Other Counselors

Meeting with a social worker, counselor, or member of the clergy can be helpful to those who want to talk about their feelings or discuss their concerns. Often, a social worker can suggest resources for financial aid, transportation, home care, or emotional support.
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD