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Colorectal Cancer: Newly Diagnosed: Emotional Well Being (Stages 2, 3 and 4)

Emotions That Surface After A Diagnosis And How To Cope With Them

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Initial reactions to a diagnosis of colorectal cancer are as individual as the person.

One of the most frequent feelings is denial which can show up with such thoughts as "This can't be right"; "This can't be happening to me"; "They must have confused my results with someone else's". Denial can actually be good because it gives you a chance to adjust to a new reality. Still, don't let it go on so long that you don't seek treatment by the best doctors in a timely manner.

Emotions do not surface in any particular order. In fact, you may experience more than one feeling at the same time.

Emotions can come and go. Emotions have a beginning, a middle and an end. This moment will pass.

There are likely be ups and downs like a roller coaster.

Don't be afraid to feel your emotions.

If you experience any of the following feelings, click on the link to learn techniques that have helped people cope:


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