Lymphoma (Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin)
Discussion List
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Newly Diagnosed
Hi, I'm 33 and I was just recently diagnosed with Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma. I had my first chemo treatment (r-chop) on December 21. I will not find out what stage my cancer is until Jan. 5th because my doctor is waiting on other test results to come back. I am very new to this and I was wondering what to expect with…
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Happy New Year!
I know I'm jumping the gun here, but Happy New Year to everyone! For those still in treatment, stay postive and strong!!! Hope the New Year is better then the last.... Vinny
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Malignant Lymphoma : Treatment, Diagnosis And Prevention
Thе diagnosis οf malignant lymphoma requires thе presence οf malignant lymphocytes іn a biopsy οf lymph node οr extra-lymphatic tissue. An excisional lymph node biopsy іѕ essential fοr complete diagnostic assessment. If a whole lymph node іѕ nοt obtainable, sufficient incised tissue frοm аn extra-lymphatic site саn bе…
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Primary CNS Lymphoma in 16 year old female
My friend was just diagnosed about a month ago. She started chemo about two weeks ago. I was just wondering if anyone had any information about how things (like prognosis) may be different considering she is a 16 year old female. Thanks everyone
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Gallium Scan
Hello everybody, I was just wondering if anybody has had a gallium scan before. My doc has ordered this test but I don't know whats it for or why??? As I've said before he is very vague when explaining things...so I'm coming to the experts lol! thanks in advance. Sincerely, Liz
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Jim
Hey Jim, Just cheking on ya' buddy. Are you OK? We know you have been thru a lot and want to keep a track on ya'. Enjoy the Christmas season as much as possible. You know Wanda would have wanted that. John
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Pitter patter of little feet
Hey everybody I heard a pitter patter of little feet on my roof top a little while ago. I hope its Santa and not a burglar. Gonna go to bed early tonight after I put out the cookies and milk. Talk to you later and have a Merry Christmas. John
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Merry Christmas!
MERRY CHRISTMAS my dear sweet friends! I love you all...Sue
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Holiday Wishes
To all my dear friends The winter season has begun The time is here to have some fun. Family traditions or none at all Celebrations large and small... The gift we give to one another Is a gift received like no other... The struggle, the fear that we share Are gently eased by those who care... The worry and joy, the…
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Urinate every hour
I have lymphoma stage 4 non-Hodgkin cancer and have completed 6 rounds of chemo and currently are on every other month of Retoxin therapy. My problem is that I have to urinate every hour 24 hours a day - is this normal - is anyone else experiencing this problem?
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6 Months!
I can't believe it's been 6 months and I am still in REMISSION!! I had my checkup with the transplant doc yesterday and all is good! I even got to stop taking 2 of the meds I've been on since after the transplant. I am a happy girl! This is kind of a first for me. I have a tendency to relapse in December so I've been kind…
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Feeling down
Hello everybody, Just came from the Dr. and I'm going to do another 3 mo. of waiting, even though I'm not doing to well he still wants to wait because of my other condition which I wasn't doing to well in it either. He wants to make sure I'm in excellent condition with my other stuff then he'll see if we can start…
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Wishes
May the God of hope fill you will all peace and joy this Christmas and throughtout the year. This website is full of wonderful people and I feel blessed to know you all. Much Love , Joanie
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Pray for my sister
My sister was taken by ambulance a short while ago. She's been complaining of severe headache for the past several days. I came over for dinner last night and decided to stay the night. I was up very early this morning and she got up about an hour after I got up, complaining her head was still hurting. She sat down on the…
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Sue, thinking of you
Hi Sue, Just wanted to say that I am thinking of you and wish you smooth sailing tomorrow. I hope you are able to keep the energy you have and feel rested. You are amazing, caring for a wee little one when your not 100%. I love the pictures of Lizzy and seeing her grow. So so cute. I'll be keeping you close tomorrow...…
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hesitate to ask..so sorry..
hi..so sorry to ask..need male consultant to clear my doubts..im a hodgskin lymphoma stage 2b patient..ongoing treatment and just finish 3cycles..after that..i having problem with my penis which it is not like before..which means there's no erection..it should be active like others since im young too..its really worrying…
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Way too many bills!
My friends have set up a page for me at giveforward.com/ Just search for Elise's cancer battle. Anyone know of other ways to combat the bills? As a single mom, these bills are just getting CRAZY!
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♥ Merry Christmas and NOE-LOL
Happy Holidays everyone ! Some funny stuff: ====================================== The Supreme Court has ruled that they cannot have a nativity scene in Washington, D.C. This wasn't for any religious reasons. They couldn't find three wise men and a virgin. ~Jay Leno The worst gift is a fruitcake. There is only one…
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dam...........
Hey guy's, this really sucks, my mother-in-law who is a young 77, has just been diagnosed with bladder cancer. She is scheduled for out patient surgery tomorrow, where they will see if they can get the tumor out. I guess then they stage it, and advise treatment. I was on this sites bladder cancer discussion board and it…
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Back for the day to wish everyone a blessed Christmas/holiday season !!!!!!
I just couldn't NOT come back, for the day, to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and holiday season. I will post in 3 spots that I used to frequent on this board, when I was on the site, to reach all the folks I talked with so they get my message too. Hope admin. doesn't mind repeat posts just this once. I pray that all…
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CHRISTMAS WEEK
Hey everybody we are now in Christmas week or as some like to say The Holiday Season,but I am old fashion and still look at it as CHRISTMAS. Just want to wish all a joyful Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!!!!!!!!!! John
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CHRISTMAS WEEK
Hey everybody we are now in Christmas week or as some like to say The Holiday Season,but I am old fashion and still look at it as CHRISTMAS. Just want to wish all a joyful Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!!!!!!!!!! John
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CHRISTMAS WEEK
Hey everybody we are now in Christmas week or as some like to say The Holiday Season,but I am old fashion and still look at it as CHRISTMAS. Just want to wish all a joyful Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!!!!!!!!!! John
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Thank You
Thank you so much for all your comments and responses. John you are so right about where our minds go the minute we have a problem . You are also right my mind was thinking the worst. But that is the way that disease works for us. Most of the time I put it out of my mind. But the minute something goes wrong I think badly.…
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Orbital MALT Lymphoma
Come join my blog, My Journey - Orbital MALT Lymphoma. I've dedicated this blog to share my experiences with others. Photos of my radiation mask being made and information concerning my radiation treatments. Comments and encouragement are always welcome. Thanks! http://orbitalmaltlymphoma.blogspot.com
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SUE:Big day coming
Make sure you rest up today and the weekend as much as possible. You got a big day coming on Tuesday with your R infusion. I get my port flushed today.Don't you just love these great highlights of the day? LOL John
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Hospital
Hello Everyone, Well just got home from the Hospital today. I had a severe Diverticulitis attack since last Wednesday. I was admitted to the Hospital Sunday and they had to call in a surgeon. I was so scared. But he said lets treat this with antibiotics around the clock and see what happens. Considering all my other…
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Scared
Hello all, I was 18yo when I was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma. I have been in remission for almost 9 years now which has been great. I recently went to the doctor cause I have been feeling really run down and tired all the time. The doctor ran labs and found that my WBC's are really low. I also found a swollen lymph…
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feeling worse a year after treatments finished
I finished chemo in april 2011 for hodgkins lymphoma (beacopp x8) was starting to feel better up until a couple of months ago. Had really bad joint pain and early menopause symptoms but was feeling positive. Now everything seems to be getting worse. The fatigue has increased, its like someone presses a button to the 'off'…
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Routine PET scan for one in rituxen therapy?
Hi everyone, My thoughts and prayers are always with you even though life doesn't allow me to visit here as often. My mom was diagnosed with NHL 3A stage 2 last october and after 2 cyles of Bendamustine-Rituxen, she was in remission. She completed 2 more of that, for a total of 4. Now she is in rituxen therapy every 3…