Stomach Cancer Support

For people who are facing the challenges of living with stomach cancer, support from a variety of sources can help them cope with the physical and emotional aspects of the disease. For instance, stomach cancer support groups can help people who are coping with the practical and emotional aspects of the disease. In such support groups, people get together to share what they have learned about coping with stomach cancer and the effects of treatment of the disease. Other potential sources of support may include social workers, counselors, and members of the clergy.

 

Stomach Cancer Support: An Overview

People who are living with stomach cancer may find that they need help coping with the emotional and practical aspects of the disease.
 

Stomach Cancer Support Groups

Stomach cancer support groups may help patients who are living with the disease. In these groups, patients or their family members get together to share what they have learned about coping with cancer and the effects of stomach cancer treatment. Stomach cancer support groups offer support in person, over the telephone, or on the Internet.
 

Stomach Cancer Support From Healthcare Providers

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

Stomach Cancer Support: 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. Social workers 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