Is it normal to feel frightened about getting chemotherapy for breast cancer?
Dr. Clifford Hudis answers the question: 'Is it normal to feel frightened?'
— -- Question: Is it normal to feel frightened about getting chemotherapy for breast cancer?
Answer: I think that most people have significant associations with chemotherapy, many of which have been developed over decades before. Therefore there's a high degree of fear and anxiety associated with getting chemotherapy; these concerns should be alleviated by a thorough discussion with your physician and other healthcare providers.
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