About Lung Cancer: The Right Words and Deeds to Help Someone with Cancer

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Lung Cancer Lung Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Coping Treatment From Lynne Eldridge MD  Have you ever had someone say something to you that left you hurting inside -- and the person who spoke those words was oblivious?  Sadly that is often the rule rather than the exception for people living with lung cancer.  For those of you with lung cancer, are you ready to scream and yell obscenities the next time someone says "all you need to do to beat cancer is think positively."  Check out this weeks tips on talking with and supporting your loved ones with lung cancer.  Best wishes until next week, Dr. Lynne 10 Things Not to Say To Someone With Lung Cancer  Have you ever stuck your foot in your mouth?  I know I certainly have.  But sometimes we don't even know if we are sticking our feet in our mouths.  What should we NOT say to someone with lung cancer?  Read more Search Related Topics:  things not to say to someone  cancer support  lung cancer stigma Dealing with Anger in a Healthy Way  I've sensed the anger as many of you have shared those first words people often say:  "how long did you smoke?"  Sadly that anger doesn't touch the one who was insensitive but instead hurts you.  How can you address that anger in a positive way so you can concentrate completely on your healing and those who love you unconditionally?  Read more Search Related Topics:  anger management  stress and anger  emotional health 12 Tips for Supporting a Loved One With Cancer  I've shared this before, but I'll admit I even go back and reread my words when I'm wondering what I can do for those I care about with cancer.  Read more Search Related Topics:  lung cancer support  support groups  caregivers Unhelpful Actions Towards a Dying Loved One What words and actions can be hurtful if your loved one is in the later stages of cancer?  Read more  Related Searches Terminal Lung Cancer Stage 4 Colon Cancer Cancer Side Effects About Cancer Breast Cancer Liver Featured Articles First Steps for People Newly Diagnosed With Lung Cancer Coping With Hair Loss During Chemotherapy What Can You Expect in the Final Stage of Lung Cancer? Free Stuff for Lung Cancer Patients Lung Cancer Survival Rates by Type and Stage Tips for Improving Lung Cancer Survival   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Lynne Eldridge MD 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 Lung 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 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads What is Lung Cancer? Symptoms of Lung Cancer Diagnosis of Lung Cancer Treatment of Lung Cancer Preventing Lung Cancer   Follow me on: Advertisement