Things to Do When You Are Diagnosed

• Don’t panic. You will undoubtedly feel overwhelmed at first, but whatever the diagnosis, realize that medical technology has never been better. And know that the sooner you move on to treatment, the sooner you will feel better and be able to live your healthiest life.
• Don’t let your doctor get you down. It’s your doctor’s job to give you the facts and statistics about your condition, but remember they are just that—statistics. You’re a real, live, breathing person with individual circumstances.
• Take time to feel your emotions. It’s okay to be mad, scared, frustrated, and any other emotion you feel. Give yourself time to feel those things and then move on to getting informed, taking action, and getting better.
• Get all the information. Getting informed about your condition, your health, and the available treatments is what will save your life. Don’t just depend on one doctor’s opinion of how to treat your condition. Use the Internet, read medical journals, go to the experts in the field. Be proactive and take no prisoners. No one’s going to do  it for you.
• Don’t make a snap decision. Don’t decide on a treatment plan until you get enough information. And make sure that you have a doctor who is experienced with your condition.
• Stay positive. People who successfully manage health conditions credit a positive attitude with
  being vital to living well and feeling better. 
• Live healthy. Your body needs all its strength, so start eating better, be physically active when you can, and don’t neglect the other parts of your healthy life.

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