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【去你的癌症! 我那奇幻的抗癌旅程】

這篇整理了從收到噩耗到開始治療前的準備。由衷感激大家的鼎力相助與加油打氣，讓我得以毫無後顧之憂的踏上充滿未知數的療程。

【Ch2. 抗癌前的前置準備】

1. 告知家人。何時告知看每個家庭的互動模式，我家是等到與醫生確定治療方案後才說，一來自己的心情已經穩定下來，二來希望將家人的不安與焦慮降到最低。

2. 建立生活的支援團隊。無論自認多堅強、韌性多高或多耐操，抗癌期間請敞開心胸（或摸摸鼻子）接受外界的協助，讓身體專心修復，也讓照護者有喘息空間。

3. 強化身心靈的支持系統。抗癌期間除了面對病魔，如何克服心魔也是一大挑戰，這段時間接受專業協助可以預防我們陷入憂鬱，減輕照護者的精神壓力，幫助大家維持正向心情。

我們在身體方面要當名遵從醫囑的好病人；心理方面可以與信賴的諮商師或生活教練定期會談，確保心理衛生；靈性方面如果沒有宗教信仰，可以培養靈修習慣，如禪修、冥想、靜坐等，有助於心靈的平靜。

4. 打點自己。如果會做化療，大推在治療前兩週理個俏麗短髮，因為頭髮約開始化療後兩週掉髮，剛好給自己一個月左右的鑑賞期！我原本想帥氣（自暴自棄？）直接理平頭，幸好前輩與美髮師極力阻止，讓我意外發現原來可以美美的迎接治療（大心）。

療程期間醫生囑咐所有用品都要溫和單純，Cerave、Lubriderm、Cetaphil等護膚產品都很好用，不僅平價，而且有效舒緩因治療引起的種種症狀。

Screw You, Cancer! A Breast Cancer Survivor's Story

This post summarizes the preparations I made from the moment I received the devastating news to the start of my treatment. I'm incredibly grateful for all the support and encouragement I've received from everyone, which has allowed me to embark on this uncertain journey without any worries.

Chapter 2: Pre-Cancer Treatment Preparations

1. Informing Family: The timing of this depends on each family. In my case, we waited until we had a confirmed treatment plan from the doctor. This allowed me to stabilize my emotions and minimize the anxiety of my family.
2. Building a Support Network: No matter how strong or resilient you may think you are, please open your heart (or mind) to outside help during cancer treatment. This allows your body to focus on healing and gives your caregivers a chance to rest.
3. Strengthening Physical and Mental Support: In addition to battling the disease, overcoming mental challenges is also a significant hurdle during cancer treatment. Seeking professional help can prevent depression, reduce the stress on caregivers, and help maintain a positive outlook.
   • Physical: Be a good patient and follow your doctor's orders.
   • Mental: Regularly consult with a trusted counselor or life coach to ensure good mental health.
   • Spiritual: If you don't have a religious faith, consider cultivating spiritual practices like meditation or mindfulness to promote inner peace.
4. Taking Care of Yourself: If you're going to undergo chemotherapy, I highly recommend getting a cute short haircut two weeks before treatment. Hair typically starts falling out about two weeks after starting chemo, so this gives you about a month to enjoy your new look! I originally wanted to go for a bold (and self-deprecating?) buzz cut, but thankfully, my seniors and hairstylist strongly advised against it. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that I could still look good during treatment. During treatment, doctors recommend using gentle, simple products. Skincare products like Cerave, Lubriderm, and Cetaphil are both affordable and effective in relieving various treatment-related symptoms."

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