Lifestyle Changes to Manage Hodgkin’s Disease

There are no specific lifestyle changes to manage Hodgkin's disease . However, there are things you can do to help yourself feel better during treatment and to help manage the side effects. These include:

Balance rest and activities.
Avoid exposure to bacteria and viruses:
- Wash your hands thoroughly and often.
- Try to avoid crowds, especially during cold and flu season.
Eat a healthy diet . Good nutrition can help your body to handle treatment and can help you to feel better.
Seek support from friends and family and/or join a support group . Social support is essential for helping you to deal with the emotional toll of cancer.

References

Hodgkin disease. American Cancer Society website. Available at: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/hodgkindisease/index. Accessed April 30, 2013.

Hodgkin disease. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: http://www.ebscohost.com/dynamed . Updated March 8, 2013. Accessed April 30, 2013.

Hodgkin lymphoma. National Cancer Institute website. Available at: http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/hodgkin . Accessed April 30, 2013.

Revision Information

Reviewer: Mohei Abouzied, MD ; Michael Woods, MD
Review Date: 04/2013
Update Date: 04/30/2013

This content is reviewed regularly and is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available. This information is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding a medical condition.