Staying Safe
Living with or after blood cancer requires special attention to daily health and lifestyle. Staying safe means protecting yourself from infections, managing side effects of treatment, and maintaining overall well-being. By following medical advice and adopting healthy habits, patients can improve their quality of life and lower the risk of complications.
General Safety Tips
- Practice good hand hygiene to reduce infection risk.
- Avoid close contact with sick individuals.
- Keep vaccinations up to date as advised by your doctor.
- Eat a balanced, nutritious diet to support immunity.
- Stay physically active within your energy limits.
During Treatment
- Follow medication and therapy schedules strictly.
- Report new symptoms such as fever, bleeding, or unusual pain immediately.
- Limit exposure to crowded places when immunity is low.
- Maintain good oral hygiene to prevent mouth infections.
- Stay hydrated and rest adequately.
Long-Term Safety
- Attend regular follow-up appointments and blood tests.
- Adopt stress-reducing activities like yoga, meditation, or walking.
- Avoid smoking and limit alcohol intake.
- Monitor for late side effects of treatment and discuss them with your doctor.
- Build a support system with family, friends, or patient groups.
When to Seek Immediate Help
- Sudden high fever or chills.
- Uncontrolled bleeding or large bruises.
- Shortness of breath or chest pain.
- Severe or persistent pain.
- Any unusual or rapidly worsening symptom.