In the setting of incurable cancer… over time most of us learn about the more important things versus the not-so-important things. Hugs from grandchildren are more important than the possible risk of infections…. an overseas holiday is more important than completing that last infusion of chemotherapy.
It is so important to take a proper social history – who is at home with the patient, spouse (lives along or not), who supports the patient. Do children support their parents – or just weekend hellos? We learn over time that we as humans take social issues to be vital. Comments are closed.
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Rohit JoshiCancer, Medicine and Life: A cancer and medicine blog to help on the journey of life. Medicine and Medical Oncology are rapidly changing fields and is hard for most people to keep up. A diagnosis of any illness, in particular cancer is devastating news for anyone, and the hope is that we can share knowledge and support each other. Archives
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