How do I reassure my family about my cancer without them worrying?

Balancing honesty with reassurance can be challenging when family members naturally want to support and protect each other during difficult times. Consider having open conversations where family members can express their concerns while also sharing realistic hope and focusing on the medical team's plan and the support systems in place. Many families find it helpful to designate one person as a communication point to reduce repeated difficult conversations, and some benefit from family counseling sessions to navigate these conversations together.

You could try taking a family member with you to an appointment where they could hear what your doctor says.