What is fear of relapse?
The fear of relapse is the worry about having the disease again after finishing the treatments . Worry is our brain's way of trying to resolve events that have not yet occurred and usually appears when faced with events that are perceived as dangerous or uncertain. In this case, worries appear in the form of thoughts such as "I'm sure the cancer is going to come back" or "I'm going to get sick again."
Fear is an emotion that has a protective function , since it Avalet 20 mg (Avatrombopag) warns us of possible dangers. However, it can be very unpleasant and cause a lot of distress.
When does the fear of relapse appear?
The fear of relapse may appear when we are told that the disease has subsided and medical visits or check-ups are less frequent . In fact, it can be more intense when medical check-ups are spaced further apart in time.
At these times it is natural for the feeling that the disease will appear again, in these longer periods between medical check-ups.
How can I manage the fear of relapse?
Some guidelines that can help you manage the fear of relapse are:
It is logical that you are worried and it is normal that going to the doctor again worries you.
Express your concerns . Your mind may be racing very fast and thoughts about the likelihood of getting cancer again may crowd in and create a feeling of anxiety.
Think that the mind works like a radio that remains on throughout the day, transmitting good news and other news that worries us; These news are thoughts. Just like on a radio, we cannot control the news that appears, we cannot control the thoughts that arise, but it is important that we do not focus all the time on those thoughts, as we could lose contact with what we are experiencing.
In these cases, writing or telling what is happening to you can also help you.
Tell your loved ones how you feel , so they can accompany you in these moments.