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Stress Can Suppress Lymphoma Treatment

The importance of managing stress

Mattarollo recognizes that increased anxiety and stress is common and natural with a cancer diagnosis. He is adamant that it should be managed to ensure that patients have the best possible outcomes, not just in terms of treatment, but also in terms of quality of life. He says that, “Absolutely there is now pre-clinical evidence to suggest that treatments and lifestyle interventions to manage or reduce stress levels will improve the chances of these patients responding to therapies.” So, what can you do?