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Archives for January 2009

Discussion Board Thread Update Link Broken
Just thought I would pass along the message I got today from CSN, after noticing I wasnt receiving anything in the way of updates to threads I subscribe to on the Discussion Boards. They emailed me today to see that this feature is currently broken and they are working on another way to alert us to updates on the threads…
Some advice on Cervical Cancer
Dear Members: I am 47 years old. In November I started having irregular menstrual period and severe cramps at nights. The cramps come and go whether I had my period or not. In November I had spotting at the end of my menstrual cycle, and in December my period was a bit heavier and lasted longer than normal, lasting ten…
Why them??
I don't know why I'm submitting this....Maybe it's for answers, or maybe it's just to know that someone out there cares. The first time my emotions were tarnished by the word cancer, was 10 years ago when my grandmother Dorothy died of cancer in her uterus. She was a beautiful person and until her last day, she wasn't…
Healthy Tips to Live By
July 10, 2008 HEALTHY TIPS TO LIVE BY: THE FOLLOWING ARE SUGGESTIONS TO HELP ONE LIVE A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER AND MORE REWARDING LIFE. By Roger, MSW/LCSW Throughout my years of working as a psychotherapist, social worker, counselor, case manager, residential care worker, mental health supervisor, and student I have learned…
Ideas on Dealing with Cancer
IDEAS ON DEALING WITH CANCER By Roger, MSW/LCSW July 31, 2008 Over the past two years several of my colleagues and friends have suggested that I write out some ideas or suggestions on how to deal with, handle, and/or cope with cancer. The reasoning behind this was as follows: firstly) I have been diagnosed with oral…
Life After Treatment
Hi All, I am a 3 year survivor who savors every cancer free day of life. My demeanor is positive and happy. My situation is this... I was a small business owner for over 20 years. My business was successful and I enjoyed a good life. During the 6 months I was in treatment and recovery key employees left for other jobs,…
Are there any bikers out there fighting cancer?
Hi friends. Just wondering if there is anyone out there who's a biker or loves motorcycles? Our Oregon chapter president, "Warbird" found out over Christmas that his cancer has returned. We'd love to hear words of encouragement and support for our dear friend and fellow biker, and prayers are appreciated too! Thumper BFC…
Caregivers Chatroom
We are trying to get a caregivers chatroom together. We are meeting in room 2 @ 7 pm est, 6 central, 5 mountian, & 4 pacific. All caregivers & surviving caregivers are welcome. Please come & join us. Paula
Cabin Fever
I guess you all know that I have been struggling lately with physical deterioration and emotional exhaustion but, I think I've found some ways to deal with the valleys until a) I'm miraculously cured or b) God calls me home. Ready? Jammie therapy and movie days!! I bought myself 2 new pair of jammies ( have always been a…
The Pull Between Letting It Go And The Blame Game.
Side effects, late effects, emotional effects, physical effects - letting it go vs. blaming it on the treatments? I'm talking about that feeling that we feel when some of us deal daily with these 'effects' of our treatments. No doubt many side effects come from the treatments - that has been established in many areas but…
Radiation after effects
Hi I was wondering if there was anyone out there who had nhl in the neck? My jaw line where I had radiation feels different (like it shrunk) and I seem to have weird pains in my neck. Is this something to be concerned about or is it to be expected? I finished 25 sessions of radiation at the end of Oct. Thanks so much,…
patrick swanzy
i will show my support to a awsome good looking actor my prayers go ou t to you
Patrick Swayze Interview
Wow, what an amazing interview with Patrick Swayze last night on Barbara Walters. So glad I watched it. He is an inspiration to all cancer patients and survivors, no matter what type of cancer. Especially now in this present time period when we have so much cancer among us. The fact that he hasn't given up and yet is…
Routine Dr. Visit - Then - Maybe not so much, Sigh
Got caught again. Dang, when will I stop setting myself up for this stuff? No, really, I need an answer - WHEN? I am not panicking yet but yesterday was one of those supposedly routine visits to the Dr. and when I left it was like 'deer in headlights' for me. Now granted the Dr. seemed to be one fry short of a Happy Meal…
Stuck
Here it is Jan 1st of a brand new year and I found myself, nearing midnight last night and this morning, wondering how to make this year different for me - physically. Because of the many side effects I have, after my bone marrow transplant, I feel very stuck in it all, from time to time. 18 years of stuck. I fully…

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