Stress is a constant companion in the oncologist's office. It appears at the time of diagnosis, increases with each stage of treatment, and often does not resolve even after therapy formally ends. It accompanies therapeutic decisions, waiting for test results, fear of recurrence, and changes in daily functioning. Studies show that chronic stress can trigger biological processes that promote diseas...
By examining the relationship between chronic stress and cancer treatment outcomes, this study underscores the need for holistic care in oncology. It demonstrates that addressing psychological distress is not just emotional support but a factor contributing to physiological overload of the body during treatment. The research also reveals that chronic stress affects various cancers differently, with better survival rates associated with chronic uncertainty and poorer prognoses linked to more seve...