Developing cancer is one of the worst nightmares for a person’s waking life.

In the dream world, cancer represents that you are not caring for yourself as much as you should. Cancer is the last thing we would want to happen to a loved one or yourself - so cancer dreams usually show our relationships to other people and the need to nurture others. They very rarely mean that you actually have cancer. If you dream about someone you know who has cancer this indicates that specific person needs nurture. There are only two reasons you may need to worry about this dream. 1. If you dream about cancer and you know that you have it for certain in real life 2. If you dream about a loved one that you know has cancer in waking life. This type of dream is a message that you are "absolutely taking care of yourself."

Dream About Cancer - interpretation
If you dream of someone you don't know has cancer this means that you have a desire to help those people around you. If you dream that you have cancer (and you do not have cancer in real life), then you may not be paying enough attention to your own needs. You spend too much time nurturing others and not enough time nurturing yourself. Remember that you are just as important as anyone else, and sometimes it’s allowed to be all about you.

If you dream about someone you know with cancer (who does not have cancer in real life), then this person is someone you feel that you have not spent enough time with. You want to nurture and help this person through any situation, but you cannot always be there for him or her when times get tough. Relax; there is only so much you can do for another person. But try to set aside some extra time for this person, and make sure that you communicate openly and effectively.


Dreaming of cancer on some occasions can be linked to your own health concerns. This is normally considered an “anxiety” dream. Of course, a dream about cancer can be disturbing and stressful due to the nature of the disease. These are dreams which can confidently be “included” in the nightmare category. Being investigated for cancer in real life is probably one of the worst things that people can go through (I have been through a number of biopsies recently). Waiting for results, treatment and hospital visits all bring about anxiety and above all stress. Even dreaming of having cancer can leave you feeling worried. If you are waiting for results or worried you have cancer then it is common for the “symbol of cancer” to be featured in a dream.

Is this dream good or bad?
The way the dream vision is manifested is also important. Dreams of cancer can mean that you are feeling something is taking over your life. This could be in either a positive or negative. Taking another viewpoint cancer can represent a problem at home or work. In older folklore dreaming of cancer is lucky.

Dream about cancer and smoking in dreams
There are so many chemicals in the smoke that enters our own body and this is why smoking itself causes a whole array of cancers. Obviously, our bodies have a built-in mechanism to deal with damage but when it comes to tobacco smoke we can’t necessarily prevent this. Smoking generally causes around 7 in 10 lung cancer cases. If you dream that you have cancer because of smoking this is normally connected to an addiction that you have in waking life. You may not necessarily smoke at all, but if you do smoke it might be time for you to give up.

Does this dream mean I have cancer?
Some users have emailed me a bit concerned following the dream of cancer. A few people have asked me if this is a “premonition” type dream and if they should get a medical check up for cancer. Sometimes we have very vivid dreams need to take notice of these. When we have lumps and bumps, the nodules are normally cysts, which are common, especially in women. There is a distinctive connection between our own body and inner spirit guide. If the dream is repetitive, intense or vivid in nature then it could be a message.

The dreams that are more intense than others or provide an emotional threat and have the words “cancer” over and over, may be a sign. Remember, cancer is rare and it is very unlikely that (even when you do dream of having cancer) that you actually have it in real life. It is normally just a dream. I will say though if the dream was intense it might be worth getting a check up for your own ease of mind.


In real life, we often think of cancer as a sign of negativity. But when it comes to folklore (England and Scotland ancient dream dictionaries), cancer is normally the opposite; it denotes growing and developing - that you are going to be successful and have a financial breakthrough. It could mean that you are going to get a fortune in the days to come. A pleasant thing in the dream realm and bad in actual life.


Cancer dreams could mean that there is situational or emotional decay in your life. There could be an area in your life which is slowly eating away your joy, happiness, or even power. It could also reflect a feeling of restrictions, hopelessness, or fundamental flaws. It could be that there is something which is bothering your life with financial problems, illness, or relationships.


What does it mean if you are diagnosed with cancer in a dream?
A dream about any sickness will automatically be full of worry. The daily reminders of the probability of you becoming sick and passing away brings about stress on its own, and the dream can be traumatizing. The truth is, dreams at times feel like a reality, and this is the reason why, when you get to have such a dream, it becomes worry some. As I am sure you are aware, cancer is known to be one of the most dangerous terminal diseases that is disturbing people all over the world. With no proper cure for the same, such a dream can leave you feeling devastated and frustrated, and you might try to wake up from such a dream because it is uncomfortable.


Dreaming that you have or are diagnosed with cancer could mean that, there is a likelihood that you are worried about either your health or areas of your life at the moment.

Visiting the doctor in the dream
In very rare cases people have had a dream about visiting the doctor - which has sparked a visit to the doctor. If you have repetitive dreams of visiting the doctor (over and over again) it might be wise to go for a medical check-up for your own peace of mind.

Why did you have this dream?
Freud believed our dreams are connected to what we see in daily life. Therefore, the dream could have also been triggered by something you watched on television concerning cancer and which your subconscious mind is essentially reproducing in the dream. It could represent the fear you are having over someone else; you are scared for someone else, and you fear for their well being and their lives.

What you can learn
After such a dream, you will need to sit down and think about your goals in life, having such a dream could be a reminder that you need to take time off your normal activities and be with your loved ones.

What does it mean if you dream you have breast cancer?

A dream where you have breast cancer is connected to one’s female characteristics.Breast cancer dream can also represent how you mingle with others in your waking life. It could be that there are some shortcomings that you possess that are making it impossible for you to progress in your endeavors.
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After such a dream, you will need to pay closer attention to your feminine side and yourself in general. You can go for a hairstyle change, wardrobe change; treat yourself from time to time just to make you feel good about yourself. You can decide to enroll yourself in a new class which might end up boosting your morale and making you feel good about yourself. Get self-assured of life again.