Living with bile duct cancer

Practical and emotional support can help you cope with a diagnosis of bile duct cancer. It can also help with life during and after treatment.

Coping and support when you have bile duct cancer

Coping with bile duct cancer can be difficult. There are things you can do, and people who can support you and your family.

Coping with diet problems caused by bile duct cancer

Bile duct cancer and its treatment can cause loss of appetite and weight loss. You may need to take supplements to boost your diet. 

Coping with advanced bile duct cancer

You might have a range of powerful emotions if you are diagnosed with advanced bile duct cancer. There are people who can help you and your family cope physically and emotionally.

Bile duct cancer resources and support organisations

There are organisations that offer information and support to help you cope with bile duct cancer and its treatment. There are also organisations that offer general cancer support and information.

Family, friends, carers and cancer

Cancer affects family and friends too. Get tips on how to support someone with cancer and how to take care of yourself. 

Last reviewed: 
17 Nov 2021
Next review due: 
17 Nov 2024