Your doctor might suggest you eat less fat and more lean protein. A nutritionist suggested I decrease my meat intake (including red meat with saturated fat) and eat more leafy green vegetables.

Dietitians and nutritionists are worth their weight in gold. Mine helped me find ways to eat healthier without feeling too restricted. I use less salt, watch my portions, and eat nutritious foods, but I still have a piece of chocolate cake every now and then.

This depends on your body size and overall health. But when I started exercising more and eating better, I ended up at a healthier weight. And now I can move around easier and do things like bend over and tie my shoes without struggling to breathe. I even came off some of my medications.

I walk a lot, sometimes 6 to 8 miles at a time. But if you're on hormone therapy, you might also want to include some weight training. This can help you maintain your muscle mass and control your weight. (Talk to your doctor before you start a new exercise routine.)

You may need to take medication, wear absorbent pads, or try pelvic floor therapy. If those aren't enough, surgery to put in an artificial sphincter (a device to control your urine flow) may be an option. Your doctor will have a better idea of what's best for your situation.

They may want to know more about how you spend your time. One reason is because people who have cancer often benefit from keeping up with a routine. And your doc may urge you to continue with work, daily exercise, or any activity you find engaging.

Be honest. I have a cigar every now and then. And sometimes I'll have a glass or two of wine with dinner or when I'm out with friends. But I don't drink in excess or smoke every day. Though, I'd tell my doctor if I did.

They may want to double check that you're taking advantage of palliative care, which can be useful at the beginning and throughout the whole course of your disease process.

This includes palliative care but is for when you're no longer actively treating your cancer. Hospice care can help you manage physical symptoms as well as give emotional, spiritual, or practical support to you and your family while at home or in the hospital.