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As a cancer survivor, how can I deal with my fear of a recurrence?

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As a cancer survivor, how can I deal with my fear of a recurrence?

Palliative medicine specialist Dr. Stewart Fleishman discusses ways to cope with the fear of a cancer recurrence.

Learn Mental healthAs a cancer survivor, how can I deal with my fear of a recurrence?

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.

Medically reviewed by Robin Miller, MD, MHS.

Updated onSeptember, 2026

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