Abstract
Most cancer survivors can return to normal life after the completion of cancer treatment. Most enjoy a high quality of life without cancer-related symptoms [1]. However, some survivors experience physical or psychosocial problems caused by cancer and its treatment [2]. The problems range from mild to severe, depending on the circumstances of the patients. Therefore, cancer survivors should lead their daily lives, considering various individual factors.
Dong Kee Jang is the lead author of this chapter.
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Chun, H.J., Park, S.J., Lim, Y.J., Song, S.Y. (2023). Survivorship Care for Gastrointestinal Cancer. IV-1. Daily Life After Cancer Treatment. In: Gastrointestinal Cancer. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0815-8_74
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