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Frustration about lingering effects
I am a two time cancer survivor, and frustrated with the lingering side effects, their impact on my life, and the skepticism of some (not all) physicians that the physical effects of treatment are long term. I have a wonderful family and support network, but when I try to discuss ongoing treatment for lingering effects my…
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Help! I'm tired & I can't think
Hi, I finished 5 rounds of chemo (Taxol + Carboplatin) 5 weeks ago. I still feel tired all of the time. I think I may be depressed. I am very anxious about a possible recurrence. There is also a constant burning in my stomach not present before the treatment. It is difficult to think. Sometimes it is hard to complete a…
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After Effects
Hi After reading all your comments about the after effects of caner treatment I am beginning to think that it is better to survive without the treatment unless its a blockage and life or death No one ever seems to be the same ,menatlly or physically its such draining treatment I have a theory thats if its non aggressive it…
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Childhood Cancer Survivorship Study-Volunteers Needed!!
Hello. My name is Lauren. I am a survivor of childhood leukemia. Currently I am working on a research grant at the University of Southern California (USC)that is studying childhood cancer survivorship. If you are between the ages of 18-39 now and were diagnosed before the age of 21 and would like more information about the…
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New, with Questions
Hello, all. I'm new here & the reason is my best friend & housemate has just been diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer (stage 3B). He will be undergoing radiation & chemo therapy at the same time (radiation 5 days a week, chemo once a week). I've been trying to do some research on how to help him keep up…