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Ever wondered why sleep becomes so elusive during cancer treatment? Our latest podcast episode tackles this crucial yet often overlooked aspect of cancer care with expert insights from Lori, an experienced nurse navigator, and Josanna, our returning skincare specialist.

Sleep isn't just about rest—it's fundamental to physical recovery and mental wellbeing during cancer treatment. Lori explains how quality sleep helps lower blood pressure, strengthens the compromised immune system, and regulates appetite—all vital during treatment. Meanwhile, the mental stress of diagnosis, treatment costs, and family concerns creates a troubling cycle: anxiety disrupts sleep, and poor sleep worsens mental health.

We dive deep into how various cancer treatments directly impact sleep. Surgery creates pain and positioning challenges. Chemotherapy may cause nausea, urinary frequency, night sweats, and hot flashes that fragment sleep patterns. But here's where our experts offer practical solutions: Josanna reveals how addressing extremely dry, itchy skin with evening hydration rituals can dramatically improve comfort levels at night. Creating a calming bedtime routine—dimming lights, gentle aromatherapy, applying products with slow movements—helps signal to your nervous system it's time to rest.

The conversation yields actionable advice: limit daytime naps to 30 minutes, exercise earlier in the day, watch caffeine and sugar intake, bring familiar items to hospital stays, and perhaps most importantly, put away those screens before bed! Whether through professional oncology aesthetic services or gentle touch from a loved one, the power of physical connection in promoting relaxation cannot be overstated.

Ready to transform your sleep during cancer treatment? Listen now for these expert-backed strategies that support your body's natural healing processes. Your journey through cancer deserves the restorative power of good sleep—let us show you how to reclaim it.

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