Could I give you their number.

What should you not say to a cancer patient. Dont say things like let me know if you need anything advises Lyons. 2 I know how you feel. I also know Cancer Council has cancer nurses you could speak to.

Among the many suggested donts are these. Gralow too has heard similar memes from her patients. Instead of trying to be unnaturally positive acknowledge where they are and what theyre going through.

There really is no perfect thing to say except maybe I love you Im here for you and Im bringing you chocolate right now The important thing is that youre willing to listen to learn to help and to not be well a complete boob about the whole thing. If someone you know is going through this know that your support is valued. People will make comments like You should have exercised more or You should have breast fed she says.

Dont try to find the positives. Dont worry youll be fine. Im always here if youd like to talk.

Dont say to someone whos just lost all of her hair You look like insert. Anxiety about saying the wrong thing may encourage you to say nothing which can feel disappointing. What to Say to a Cancer Patient Well get through this together.

Forget the lectures and try listening instead. You can never go wrong with Im not sure what to say here except Im glad we were able to get together or We can talk about whatever is on your mind. Heres what to say to a cancer survivor regardless of where they are in their journey.