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+ Does this remind you of prednisone? ☺♥
I've been researching old TV commercials and came across this rather odd toy, the "Swing Wing". It's only a minute long. Tell me this doesn't remind you of prednisone ☺. "Swing Wing" Hope it makes you laugh. Jim
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recently diagnosed with NLPHL and scared out of my mind
This is a first for me. I was recently diagnosed with Nodular lympacyte predominent hodkins lymphoma and i am scared out of my mind. After weeks of tests and biopsy a treatment has been planned. I will recieve 6 rounds of r-chop...... i have no clue what to expect. what side effects are common, how long do i have before i…
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Newest post from cbpgill26(Carol)
Hi guys...Carol posted this morning in an old thred, so thought I better move it up to a new discussion. Sounds like she is having one hell of a time and can really use our words of encouragement and support! Sue June 11, 2012 - 9:58pm Hi Sue Thanks new Well, the bowel issue went the other way and I was unable to even get…
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Chemo Today
Hi Gang, At Jefferson today getting second infusion, more tomorrow. Hopeful that I don't end up pulling the shenanigans I did last month which ended up with me getting admitted for a few days. :) They are thinking that they may skip the Neulasta shot on day three which they think was the culprit. Getting Bendamustine. No…
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Auto Stem Cell Transplant Tomorrow Morning
Tomorrow morning in go in for my Auto stem cell transplant to treat my B Cell Non Hodgkins Lymphoma. Any words of advice or experience wit this procedure would be greatly appreciated.
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Need some advice desparately
I dont know where to start, but I have pain in the throat. And it went down a bit. It also bothers me when I breathe . Have some hacky cough. So went to my primary care dr. They sent me to my gastroentologist and had a EGD done. And that was a big deal because I had to get off the blood thinners and take shots in the belly…
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Me and the Mouse
Hi All, Just want to let you all know that Hubby and I are taking a quick trip out of town. My daughter, son in law and the grands have planned a trip to Disneyland. They are driving there tomorrow. The kids have NO idea that they are going. They are spending the night tonight at the beach and then telling the kids that…
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SGN35 and Hodgkins Lymphoma
Update Abs, liver and Kidney have shown improvement after 2 lowered doses, after first dose my Belirubin went from 4 times the normal levels to normal. That is why I was on a lowered dose. I some times get fatigued that is comparable to doing legs squats with no weights. Dr when he seems me says I look great. When I go to…
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first treatment
had my first treatment of retuxat on . yesterday its not only for cancer but also to bring up platelett counte, i have 3 more to go once a week and then i see my onc and have blood draws tuesday, he has made a statement that mabey i have an immune sydtem desise i don,t know if i should wai mt on him to find out or call my…
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Vinny, how are you and Dad?
Hi Vinny, I just was thinking about you and your Dad. How are you doing? And how is your Dad? Has your Dad started any treatment yet and if so, how is he doing. I hope that you are feeling fine and spending lots of time in your wonderful garden. Keeping you and your Dad close in my thoughts.. Lisha
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Rash with NHL??
Does anyone know about a rash that might be associated with Rituxan and/or with marginal zone NHL? Or maybe prednisone? I was outside enjoying the nice weather the other day and wearing a racer back tank top. That evening I noticed what looked like some sunburn on my shoulders and thought it was odd, since I'd had on…
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good news
I talked to the charge nurse at wvu today to ask if my 14year old daughter can come and spend some time with me after i am discharged to the apartment i will be at for 30 days, she said yes and then i talked to her about what a hard time i am having finding someone to stay with me, after some questions and she found out…
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Scared Again - what are the side effects of Rituxan Maintenance
I can't believe that my 2 months of freedom after chemo is up and it's time to start Rituxan Maintenance every other month. I have gained strength and feel great, but now, just the thoughts of walking into that treatment room again scares me to death. I wonder what side effects I will have and if it is going to take me…
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jackie
i know i have not been on much lately and i could give a long list of excuses but mainly i needed a brake. i do have some news my daughter (captianswifey)jackie is now expecting her third baby. so we all feel thankful for her recovery and that she has returned to as normal as she can. this time cancer you…
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Docotor Appt.
Today I went to the doctors, my platlets have not budged, there still twenty-three thousand, tomorrow I start retuxin, to attempt to pull up my platlet count. But.. It didn't work before, but they have NEVER been this low ! I need prayer.. For not only my platlets, but also my faith. -Denise.
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Hi Everyone
This is my first post. I joined the website in April 2012; So I figured it was time to share my story. I have read many posts and want to thank everyone here. Many of my questions have already been answered. I'm now 49, and I was diagnosed with Stage III Mantle Cell Lymphoma in early February 2012. January 26, 2012, I had…
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Bottom of the barrel.
I feel like I've hit rock bottom. I feel like there is no more hope. There is no bone marrow transplant, becuse I have no one to stay with me. Sometimes I just feel like giving up. Maybe it would be better if I just die now, instead of waiting for it to happen, becuse this is enough to drive someone insane. I've cut myself…
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Sues Big Tuesday
Good Luck tomorrow at the "R" infusion. I am sure you will be just fine. Of course you will be dragging a bit from the benedryl. John
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hi everyone
i can't sleep tonight my plattes are down to 23000 they should be at least be at 15000; i am really worried what happens if they go to o do i die, i am a smoker or mabey its its because i have state insurranance, i don,t know what to think, mabey they think i have lived long enough off the states money, they have me coming…
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Rituxan with follicular lymphoma
Hi, my name is Lisa, I am 27 and was diagnosed with stage 4 FNHL February 2011. I received 8 treatments of r-cvp and completed treatment September. I am currently in remission and am still receiving ritux every two months. Since I finished treatment in September I have been experiencing other health issues in the ovaries…
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Follicular Lymphoma Very Alone Deciding First Treatment
Hey, everyone! I am very scared and very alone. Thanks for all your eye-opening comments. I've been on Watch and Wait for about 2 years. Now The tumors have grown and my oncologists, first and second opinions, agreed to start me up on treatment Treanda+Rituxin has been recomended by one and CHOP+Rituxin the other who has…