All patients are given information about the potential side effects of treatment.
Following treatment it is important to report any new symptoms
- Abdominal swelling or discomfort
- Loss of appetite / nausea
- Swelling of legs
- Feeling tired / lethargic
- Altered bowel / bladder habits
- Breathlessness
The gynaecology cancer nurse specialist team can be contacted on 0113 2067820 or via email at [email protected]
Some lifestyle tips:
- Make small adjustments to your everyday activities to make things easier where you can
- Take light, regular exercise to keep your energy levels up
- Give priority to the most important things you want to do first
- Consider physiotherapy to help you learn and practise helpful mobility exercises
- Pace yourself so you get enough rest
- Consider learning a relaxation technique, such as meditation, to help you manage your anxieties and help keep you in a positive frame of mind
- Develop a support network of friends and fellow patients with whom you can share and discuss your experiences
- Visit these resources for Health & Wellbeing information
Leeds Cancer Support – our Patient Education Programme
We have brought together information covering a range of health and wellbeing advice for cancer patients who have recently completed or coming to the end of their treatment.
Patient Experience Programme