Should you tell friends if you have cancer?

Or do they not need to know?

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Well, on the neg, you may loose a few friends who just dont know how to deal or dont want to take the time. On the other hand, you will learn which people are your real friends, and those that are will be an amazing help.

I personally told my friends both times. The first time I did loose several friends, a couple because they just didnt know how to deal, and a few because they werent really my friends. But the people who did stick around have been my strength.

The second time all of my friends were very well aware of my cancer history and were all very supportive of me, and again, my strength through the ordeal.

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i would friends tell eachother everything they will support you if they are your true friends good luck

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I would. I'd try do everything i hadn't already done with my friends and family until I won't be able to do them anymore. It's better to spend time with friends and family until the day comes.

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It's your choice; but I don't know what I would have done without the support of my close friends in the early days after diagnosis.

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defonletly they will support you and if they don't i will but thjere not real friends if they don't

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I personally think it depends on how you feel about your cancer, and how close you are to your friends. Sometimes people don't react the way you think they will, so be ready for some friend that might upset, or annoy you. Check out http://www.positivecancer i know there's a post their about friends.

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I actually wouldn't. I would be too afraid that they would treat me differently, and I would want to live as normal a life as possible, even after I am diagnosed. But, if their support is necessary, or if there is any fear that they will find out later on anyway, why not tell them?

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I guess it depends on what type of cancer you have and the treatment. Most treatments have side effects and your friends will notice most of them.

I was very open with my friends and those I worked with and received more emotional support than I expected.

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I only told those that I may require help or understanding from later.

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Maybe if that friend is like you BFF but Is it just some one you just hang around with most importantly will they care!!

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You don't want to go through this alone but some people can't handle such a heavy topic so close to them. Expect them to not know what to say or what to do. Some shut down, some make jokes, some cry, some won't want to be around you. Be prepared to tell them what you need from them and what they can do to help. Most of their responses will be because they don't know what to do or what to say.

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I had cancer and telling my fiends and family was very helpful in my recovery.

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