The side-effects of chemotherapy are indeed life-changing for almost all cancer patient. Here are some of the helpful tips to cope with chemo treatment. 

One of the things that will lessen the burden of the treatment is to have emotional support, according to UCSF Medical Center. The changes and the struggle experienced during the treatment will have an emotional impact on an individual. That is why having your family, friend, and relatives will make a great difference.

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During chemo session, it is good to wear soft, loose, extremely comfortable clothing. The facility could be freezing despite the warm blanket being offered, which is why it is ideal to bring socks and sweater, according to What Next.

Another important tip to help you survive a chemo session is that you bring things that could keep you occupied. This means that you may bring a meditation tape or reading materials. Some chemo sessions can last up to eight hours, which is why having something to entertain you is good. Also, try to divert your attention towards happy thought and fun-filled activities.

A cancer patient undergoing chemotherapy may also try to engage with other cancer patients. This will help you feel normal and may help divert your attention to other things. However, you should also consider other people as some patients may not want to talk, but rather sleep.

Check out the video below to understand the effects of chemotherapy on the body: