In this episode, we go through some of the question that you and your spouse can ask the surgeon at the Pretreatment Assessment appointment. 

Now that the biopsy report is back, what does that mean?

Why does the surgeon think it is best to have surgery as a first line of treatment?

Will the surgery remove all the cancer?

Will your spouse need chemotherapy after surgery?

What are the potential complications of the proposed surgery?

How long does it usually take to recover from a procedure of that nature?

And many more..

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For more information see these links. 

Spousal care guide - https://arisehaven.com/spousalcareguide
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On this episode of the ReThinking Caregiving podcast, I talk about how an ileostomy can be life-changing. 

Find out what an ileostomy is, how to prevent blockages, seepage, and leakages in addition to keeping the patient clean and safe. 

Highlights:

• What makes an ileostomy life-changing?
• What does your spouse need to take care of their stoma, and what can they do in case of a leakage?
• Which foods can cause leakages & blockages?
• Your spouse may need to try out different bags, rings, and plates before they find the one that works for them.
• Your spouse may notice tablets while emptying the contents of the bag.
• What are ghost tablets?
• How you & your loved one approach intimacy with an ileostomy?

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Arise Haven Website: https://arisehaven.com 

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In today's episode, we are talking about how to ask for help as a caregiver. At the start of your caregiving duties, you feel energized, you can do it all alone......

A few months in, you may feel like you can't go on, you can't do this alone, you need help.

You have probably heard the classic "let me know when you need help with anything" speech

The truth is, people need to be told what it is exactly that you need help with.....

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On this episode of the Rethinking Caregiving Podcast, the host, Esther talks about the difficult situation that arises when your spouse decides to stop getting treatments altogether.

She addresses the various reasons leading to your spouse to ending treatment and offers amicable ways to handle it as a caregiver. 

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There is a fine line between anticipation and pessimism. 

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You can not use your phone when it is not charged. Likewise, you will not be able to take care of your spouse, if your health is not in good shape. When was the last time you had a colonoscopy? 

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