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Finding it Hard
I haven't been on here lately because it's been so hard. Getting on here is like makes me think of dads cancer and I don't want to. But....that is very selfish because I am sure dad doesn't want to think about it either but it's here and always will be. Things are getting rough, although his oncologist says he is in…
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Non Hodgkins Lynphoma from 911 survivor
Hello. My name is Tony and I am a cancer survivor. I worked at Ground Zero in that day and in the following months. When I was diagnosed in late 2006 it was a very tramatic and devasting news. Fortunatly thanks to my girlfriend who is now my wife notice that something was wrong with me and presured me to get check out.…
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Any Hodgkin's Survivors with Heart Issues?
My first episode of sustained Tachycardia in 1991 sent me to the ER and routine chest x-rays discovered a tumor in my chest near my heart. I was soon diagnosed with Stage IIa HL. In 1996, I had another episode of sustained Tachycardia that sent me to the ER again. In 1999 the Tachycardia became so frequent, I needed to be…
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Zevalin
Hi to everyone, Hope this finds all of you well. My PET scan yesterday showed a complete remission. What a blessed relief. I am so thankful. However I now find myself needing to make a big decision as to ongoing treatment that I was not prepared for. I thought I would be having Rituxan every three months and was prepared…
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lymph nodes reactive but!! Very confused an nervous
I had a lymph node biopsy, ast week, I called te Doctor yesterday, she told me taht se received a partial on the pathology results, it shows that my lymph nodes are definately reactiv, she says that she dosent see Cancer yet, but this could mean it may be in the future, so Im really confused, she also said that the…
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Laetrile B-17
"World Without Cancer" written by G. Edward Griffin http://www.bibliotecapleyades.net/archivos_pdf/world_withoutcancer.pdf Please read this book... God Bless and Good Luck!
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anxiously waiting
I caled the Doctors office today. The Medical assistant told me she would have to track down my results, and bring them to the Docotr. She called me back about 2 hours later to tell me that she has my results and gave them to the Doctor to call me. I tried fishing for ansers I asked if she could tell me anything. She said…
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How long for results of excisional lymph node biopsy
I have been battling with issues for a few months now. I have been diagnosed with other issues. However my subclavicularlymph node (neck) kept growing with no sign of infection. It has been six days now since the biopsy was done. If the inital testing by the pathologist dosent show anything, do they continue with the…
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Back from Biopsy
I had posted previously asking questions about excision of groin lymph node. The Dr. ended up taking out three lymph nodes but told my family they looked benign to him. I should have the results in 3 to 4 days. So, it does sound good. I do wonder why he would have taken three out when only one had been swollen for a long…
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Breast Cancer Survivor of a year and half now worried
I have a few questions about Lymphoma. I think I may be paranoid. I'm not sure, now everything looks like it maybe cancer. I was dx on april 1st 2008 with stage 1 and grade 1 breast cancer at 34 years old. Finished radiation and chemo Nov of 08. All treatments went well. About 5 months ago I started to have serious back…
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32 year Hodgkin's SUrvivor
Hi, I am a 32 year Stage IIa Hodgkin's survivor. I was treated with Mantle and Inverted Y radiation at the Palo Alto Medical Clinic in 1978 and have had no recurrences. I had a massive hemorrhage in 1978 after my treatments from and ulcer that perforated an artery. I had a small stroke in 1997. Otherwise, I have been…
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Where to find journals here about stem cell transplants
As my time for an auto stem cell transplant approaches...I find the need to talk with others who are/have experienced this before. I read on here that there journals for all to read about people who have gone through this process. Any advice/stories/anything would be helpful! Even some not-so-bad news about one who's gone…
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Auto Stem Cell Transplant
I am currently undergoing ICE chemo in prep for my auto stem cell transplant late May early June. I am just terrified and not sure. Is someone able to stay with you during isolation? Do you sleep most of the time? How do you feel when you are released? I am also trying to think positive as many stories about transplant are…
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NHL treatment in mexico
Is anone familiar with treatment in mexico?
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Alveolitis
Has anyone had alveolitis? I'm in the hospital now with pneumonia and alveolitis. The alveolitis may be related to Bleo toxicity. If this is the case they will stop the Bleo for the remainder of my treatments.
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To get a Stem Cell Transpalnt or Not??
Has anyone ever been in remission without getting a stem cell transplant. And if so, for how long were you in remission? I am told I am in remission (just for the past 2 months), I feel ok, except for all the bone and muscle pain from all the chemo, yet the doc still wants to give me a stem cell transplant cuz he tells me…
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Excision Groin Lymph Node
In one way I feel bad even posting here because I don't know yet if I even have cancer, so I probably shouldn't even be bothering you. But, I am really scared. I went to the Dr. with a swollen groin lymph I had for quite some time. He did my blood work which came back fine - then said he would send me to a surgeon for a…
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Lymphoma folicular non hodgins stage 4
6 chemo treatments has reduced by 50%. Also have Hereditary Angioedemia, which is an autoimune disease. Any info
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treatment in Mexico Hyper-CVAD
I have been diagnosed with Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL). It is my understanding the most effective treatment for MCL is Hyper-CVAD. My wife and I have been planning on moving/retiring to mexico for years. We plan to continue with that goal, however this pesky cancer problem presents it's own questions I need help with. Any…
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Muscle pain
I seem to have it in my arms and leg muscles and my shoulders. It makes me wonder what that means. I will give it a few more days and go get that checked out. After going through all this stuff since 04, and all the chemicals you get really panicky. Hope you are all doing well. Hilde
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I need help, I'm really scared.
Hi everyone, I'm a 17 year old male with some serious problems lately. A few weeks ago I got over a pretty nasty cold. Coughing and stuff. I'm still spitting up phlegm in the mornings (still lingering in my system). Either way, what I'm so concerned about is a small pea like, soft, movable cyst that appeared in the side of…
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Blood Counts post Stem Cell
I would love any input from post stem cell transplant patients on how long it took for their counts to stabilize. My sister's Netrophils Absolute is still up and down at almost Day 90. The Doctors don't act overly concerned but it is really stressing her out. Anybody else have this experience?
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Lots of symptoms, no answers. What were your symptoms prior to diagnosis?
Hi, I'm new here and I feel sort of shy posting this, as I have not actually been diagnosed with lymphoma, though my oncologist has suspected it because of my various symptoms. I have had severe night drenches, itchy skin, occasional red blotches on my abdomen, severe fatigue and weakness and palpable lymph nodes in my…
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Treanda - Recently Treanda was added to my F. lymphoma treatment, any info. or advice?
I am having backaches and tiredness while taking Treanda. More than when I was on Rituxin. Also, my appetite and taste is affected. Anyone in the same boat? Thanks for answering. Gus
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So far so good!
Hello to all and hope this finds everyone staying positive, I had my bone marrow biopsy last weds. and that went fairly well.I was glad because the one before was not so good. I got the call yesterday from my MD who told me the bone marrow was completely clear. I was stunned as I had 50% bone marrow involvement when I was…
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supplemental vitamins
Has anyone gone to a Naturopathic? My cousin's wife had Leukemia about 15 years ago and she was in a trial treatment. She was given high doses of vitamins before her chemo and radiation and supposedly was in the group with the best remission/survival rates. Has anyone tried vitamin therapy with their cancer treatments and…
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Not feeling too great
First of all I am wondering about Donald51 and how he is doing. I am having so much joint pain. I wonder if anyone else has had that experience after doing Zevalin. Blood count are still down and I got a shot of Neulasta last Wednesday. Have to do my scan in two weeks. Hope you all are doing fine. I wonder if Zevalin has…
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nodular lymphocyte dominant lymphoma
My 39 yr old son was recently diagnosed with nodular lymphocyte dominant lymphoma after 8 months of testing. He has no symptoms but a mass was discovered below his abdomen during an appendectomy. His appendix burst & it was a nasty infection. I am concerned about which treatment is best & also want to make sure the…
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peripheral T-cell lymphoma
i would like to talk to anybody who has peripheral t-cell lymphoma
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Share Amazing Stories!!
Beautiful day to everyone! I was thinking it would be wonderful to share stories of hope and miracles! Unfortunately we have all come together on this site, but as I quickly learned, everyone here is so special and knows firsthand how precious life is. We fight everyday to live to soak in one more day of sunrise. Our lives…