Even if therapy has succeeded in reducing the symptoms of your mesothelioma cancer, you need to be prepared for a very likely chance that it might reoccur. This is very hard to think about, especially right after successful cancer treatment. But not being aware of this possibility could be hazardous to your long-term health. These are some things you can do and things you should know that will help you deal with the uncertainty of cancer recurrence:
Keep your health insurance
You probably already know that having cancer is very expensive. Your first cancer experience probably cost a lot of money. You might have had to change your work schedule or job position because of the side effects of a certain treatment. Your partner might have had to take time off from work to help you. These changes affect your finances.
Though money might be tight, keep your health insurance if at all doable after you have completed your first cancer treatment. You will need regular follow-up care for many years. Unless you are over 65 and can get Medicare, it can be hard to get medical insurance, especially if your cancer comes back. Insurance is expensive, but cancer treatment is even more costly. There are some options for uninsured people who need cancer treatment, but they are not simple or inexpensive. There are no “free” government programs to pay for cancer care.
