Facing Relapse Anxiety and Scanxiety with Dr. Jimmy Ellis

30/08/2025 45 min Temporada 3 Episodio 30
Facing Relapse Anxiety and Scanxiety with Dr. Jimmy Ellis

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Send us a textFacing Relapse Anxiety and Scanxiety with Dr. Jimmy Ellis”For many cancer survivors, finishing treatment doesn’t mean the fear is over. The worry about cancer returning—often called relapse anxiety—can cast a long shadow over daily life. Add in the stress of waiting for scans and test results, and it’s no wonder so many survivors talk about scanxiety.In this powerful conversation, host Lisa McKenzie sits down with oncologist Dr. Jimmy Ellis to explore:Where relapse anxiety comes from and why it’s so commonWhy survivorship has become more complex in recent yearsWhat “scanxiety” feels like and why waiting for results is so hardPractical coping strategies to help manage fear and uncertaintyThe role of financial concerns in fueling anxietyThe importance of being truly heard by your doctor—and how Dr. Ellis approaches listening with care and compassionWhether you’re a survivor, a caregiver, or someone who wants to better understand the emotional side of cancer, this episode offers validation, insight, and hope.We’d love to hear from you! What helps you cope with anxiety or scanxiety? Share your rituals and strategies with us—you never know who you might encourage.#RelapseAnxiety #Scanxiety #CancerSurvivorship #LifeAfterCancer #CancerSupport #CopingWithCancer #DrJimmyEllis #LCMCHealth #TouroInfirmary #NewOrleansHealthcare #OncologyCare #YouNightSisterhood #StillIRisePodcast #FightClubSurvivors #SheRoseProgram #WeLiftYouUpSupport the showStill I Rise features stories from You Night's STORY CRAFTING COMMUNITY. To read additional stories, visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/YouNightStories. Would you like to participate in a 6-week Story Crafting small group experience so that you can share your story? Write to us at [email protected]

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