Quote by Susan Sontag

Cancer patients are lied to, not just because the disease is (or is thought to be) a death sentence, but because it is felt to be obscene -- in the original meaning of that word: ill-omened, abominable, repugnant to the senses.

Cancer patients are lied to, not just because the disease is

Summary

This quote suggests that cancer patients are often deceived not only because the disease is perceived to be fatal, but also because it is viewed as something abhorrent and repulsive. The term "lied to" implies that the truth about the severity of the illness is concealed due to the discomfort and unease surrounding cancer. The use of the word "obscene" highlights the negative societal perception of cancer, leading to a tendency to shield patients from the harsh reality of their condition.

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Cancer

By Susan Sontag

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