Saying things like Dont worry Youll be fine It could be worse and so forth actually come across as more of a dismissal of ones feelings than comforting statements.

What should you not say to someone with cancer. Cancer is a strange bedfellow. I am praying for you. When youre going through cancer youve got more important things to worry about than hurting someones feelings.

20 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Battling Cancer 1 You should try this diet I read about. I am here for you. Stay away from these statements AT ALL COST and just remind the person youre here to help in any way.

And there is no evidence that alkaline or acidic diet affects cancer Thats not to say that patients shouldnt try to eat healthfully during treatment but they should first consult their doctor. Dont ask what you can do to help or say Let me know if you need anything. It seems reasonable to me to be feeling sad.

Let me be blunt. Steer clear of anything that sounds like cheerleading such as Youll be okay or Youll get. Treatment was so much harder when insert yourself or a loved one had cancer.

I know someone who had cancer. What to Say to a Cancer Patient. If you know someone who had a bad experience with a treatment keep it to yourself.

Your body and facial expressions can also convey your message of care and support. Show support without words. And to be honest after chemo the last thing on your mind is being desirable.