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Very depressed after cancer treatment
I'm a 20 year old lymphoma survivor who has never had depression before but I am completely depressed and really struggling, has anyone dealt with this before and is it related to the chemotherapy? Everyday I wake up and am so miserable I want to just feel ok for once.
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Hi @ebenz. I'm sorry you're going through this rough patch. Chemo can definitely cause those feelings. I hope you can reach back out to your doctor and tell them how you're feeling. Maybe there is an antidepressant that can be used to get you feeling better. God bless you 🙌
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Welcome to Mayo Connect. Going through cancer treatment is exhausting both physically and mentally. After I went through cancer treatment, I was left feeling what's next? How do I get on with my life? Will it return?
It takes time to get back to what I call a "new normal".
As @talltxlady suggested, do not hesitate to inform your oncologist or primary care provider of your depression. They may recommend antidepressants for short-term or long-term treatment. Talking to a therapist is also a good option.
This Mayo Clinic article discusses Managing your emotions after cancer treatment:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cancer/in-depth/cancer-survivor/art-20047129
Have you talked to anyone about your depression?
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