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I can tell you stress is something that is there. I was given a 3-5% chance to live which cost me my marriage. My then wife was more stressed than I was. She was talking about burial and I was talking about surviving. Things went downhill quickly financially.

I moved out into one of my open rentals. I ended up being unable to work then unable to walk. Last two treatments of opdivo and yervoy were on my dime. $43,000 ×2. Plus dehydration stays in the hospital. Stress was present but

August 8
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That's a really important question, and it's one many people with melanoma think about. While the search results available don't contain specific information about how stress directly impacts melanoma prognosis, what is known is that stress can affect overall well-being, which in turn can influence how someone copes with Show Full Answer

That's a really important question, and it's one many people with melanoma think about. While the search results available don't contain specific information about how stress directly impacts melanoma prognosis, what is known is that stress can affect overall well-being, which in turn can influence how someone copes with treatment and recovery.

Here are some general things worth knowing:

- Melanoma prognosis is primarily shaped by factors like stage at diagnosis, tumor thickness, location, and whether it has spread
- Emotional and physical exhaustion (fatigue) are real challenges that can come with melanoma and its treatments
- Managing stress may help with energy levels and quality of life during treatment

It's strongly recommended to speak with an oncologist or a mental health professional who specializes in supporting people with cancer. They can give personalized guidance on how stress management might fit into an overall care plan.

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