The web Directory of Information Materials for People Affected by Cancer is regularly updated and currently has details of over 1,900 booklets, leaflets, books and audiovisual materials for people affected by cancer. Most have been published in the last five years but we have included some older ones that are still useful.
Lymphoma Action
Skin problems can be a symptom of lymphoma. They can also be a side effect of some treatments. This factsheet has suggestions to help you manage dry, sore and itchy skin. Contents: Skin problems as a symptom of lymphoma; Skin problems as a side effect of treatment; Managing sore, dry and itchy skin.
Lymphoma Action
Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders (PTLD) are lymphomas that can develop in people who are taking treatment to dampen their immune system after a transplant. This factsheet covers: What is PTLD?; What causes PTLD?; Who might get PTLD?; Symptoms of PTLD; Treatment for PTLD; Risks associated with PTLD.
Lymphoma Action
Some lymphoma treatments can cause your hair to thin or fall out. Knowing what to expect and what you can do about it may help you cope with losing your hair. This factsheet has advice on how to care for your hair and scalp during and after treatment. It also tells you about some of the options you may wish to consider until your hair grows back.
Lymphoma Action
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a high-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This factsheet describes what it is, who gets it, the symptoms, diagnosis and staging, the types of DLBCL, the outlook, treatment, follow-up, relapsed or refractory DLBCL, and research and targeted treatments
Lymphoma Action
Intestinal T-cell lymphomas are rare types of T-cell lymphoma that develop in the small bowel; they include enteropathy-associated T-cell lymphoma (EATL) and monomorphic epitheliotropic intestinal T-cell lymphoma (MEITL). This factsheet explains what intestinal T-cell lymphoma is and who gets it, and describes the symptoms, treatment, relapsed or refractory intestinal T-cell lymphoma, research, and targeted treatments.
Christie Hospital NHS Trust
Eating may be a problem for people with cancer or other illnesses, particularly when undergoing treatment such as radiotherapy or chemotherapy. This booklet has advice on how to eat well when trying to cope with loss of appetite, changes in taste, dry mouth, difficulties swallowing, feeling full, nausea, diarrhoea, and constipation. It has tips on how to make food as nourishing as possible and ideas for snacks and drinks.
Lymphoma Action
This factsheet is about what someone in the final stages of life might experience and gives suggestions to help you get the practical, social and emotional support you need. It covers the following topics: How do I know when to stop active treatment?; How does lymphoma lead to the end of life?; What symptoms might I have towards the end of life?; How can my medical team help?; Your emotions towards the end of your life; Emotional support; Frequently asked questions about lymphoma and the end of life.
Lymphoma Action
This factsheet is about extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type – a rare lymphoma associated with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection, which usually develops in the nose. It covers: What is extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma? Who gets it? Symptoms; Treatment; Relapsed or refractory extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma; Research and targeted treatments.
Lymphoma Action
This factsheet has advice and support to help you manage symptoms and to live well with skin (cutaneous) lymphoma. It overs the following topics: Alleviating itching and dryness; Minimising skin irritation; Treating an infection; Controlling your temperature; Managing pain; Improving the appearance of your skin; Day-to-day life.
Lymphoma Action
Hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma is a rare type of lymphoma that affects the liver and spleen. This factsheet covers the following topics: What is hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma?; Who gets it?; Symptoms; Treatment; Relapsed or refractory hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma; Research and targeted treatments.
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