User:Lion2024/Cancer phobia

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Fear of cancer, also known as Carcinophobia, is an anxiety disorder. Anxiety can manifest with sweating, trembling, abdominal distress, hot flashes, mental tension, and fear of dying. Symptoms of Carcinophobia fulfill diagnostic criteria for generalized anxiety disorder.

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Research shows Quetiapine reduces somatic fear symptoms. Additionally research has shown Quitepine to be effective for treating anxiety associated with cancer. There is evidence that Quetiapine, Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitors (SNRIs) and other medications may be an effective option or addition to other treatments.

Psychotherapeutic approaches such as Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are recommended as effective interventions for managing anxiety in cancer patients.

Cognitive-behavioral (CB) skills are used as a mind-body component to cope with cancer related anxiety.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is used for a wide variety of fears and phobias, including carcinophobia. It helps patients to increase awareness of their disorder, and provides ways for patients to cope with their emotions.

Non medical interventions are applied to manage anxiety. Mind-body techniques are designed to alleviate anxiety and help manage fears and phobias, including the fear associated with cancer.

Relaxation skills aim to relieve fears, stress and bodily tension. Relaxation skills include progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, and diaphragmatic breathing.

Meditation techniques include journaling, meditative movement, yoga practices, tai chi, and mindful dance. Research shows relaxation skills and meditation techniques have small to significant effects for managing anxiety due to cancer. Who is at increased risk of cancer phobia ? Cancer fear is common among the general population. Several factors can heighten the risk of developing anxiety related to cancer, known as Carcinophobia. People may be more susceptible to anxiety if they have undergone certain experiences such as:


 * Witnessing illness or loss of a close friend or relative
 * Seen a loved one suffering from cancer
 * Residing in contaminated or hazardous environments
 * Having prolonged exposure to toxic or hazardous waste sites
 * Being exposed to pulmonary irritants
 * Undergoing frequent X-ray radiological examinations