The first conversation you have with your oncologist right after diagnosis can be overwhelming. "Depression and anxiety are worst at the beginning," says Dr. David Wise, a medical oncologist at NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center. “This is largely because there is no plan in place yet,” he explains. “Having a plan helps lessen anxiety and prepares you for the journey ahead.”
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