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Lymphoma (Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin)

Disturbing report from dr
After receiving good blood reports over the past 9 weeks, my wbc have dropped significantly. I am totally bummed out about it. And to top it off, I have discovered a lump on my groin. These two events trigged my doctor to schedule another bone biopsy tomorrow. I am not happy about this at all. I was doing so well. I…
Finding support for a friend
My friend was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma in February of this year. He started chemotherapy treatments in March. When I met him in April he had an extremely positive attitude, but as the months have gone on, his attitude is less positive. He tells me he feels weak and tired. He tells me that his emotions are all over…
Caring for someone with Hodgkin's
My fiancee was diagnosed with Hodgkin's stage 3B in February 2000. Last year when things were not going so well with the cancer, he called off the wedding saying he was not ready to commit. It was a very diffucult time for us, but we managed to scrape through and are still together. When things started going well, he…
Never Bring Fear to a Cancer Fight!
Hello, Everyone: I was diagnosed with N.H.L. The tumor was near my heart and lungs. Fear can be paralyzing. Sometimes, it can take its toll before the cancer does. Please click on the link below to read my story ... http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/never-bring-fear-to-a-cancer-fight/ These forums are great!…
secondaryhyperparathyroidism
it took 7yrs for doctors to get it right.....i told the doctors i had never felt physically right after all the chemo/radiation,i had know energy, bones ached weak bones,and depression,but i pressed on. and now after all this time and complaining to dctors about everything my prayers have been answered..it was…
Seconday Cancers
Hello, My name is Stephany and I was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, stage 2ax. I noticed a bump on my neck awhile ago, I was pregnant at the time and my doctor told me twice that it was due to my colds. He told me to come back after I delivered my daughter if it was still there. I went back when she was 2 wks…
After first week of chemo...terrible back pain...diagnosis 2 bulging disks, 2 pinched nerves...????
My husband was diagnosed 2 weeks ago. He has had his first treatment. One week after that, terrible back pain. Dr. said that a lot of times underlying problems arise after treatment. Now we're headed to a neurologist for this problem. What is going on? Have any of you had these types of problems? Thanks!
Dont know where to start!
MALT Non-Hodgkins stage IV Survivor. Diagnosed in early 2005, had 7 months of "CHOP" chemo treatments, that growth went into remission at end of the chemo, cancer came back 3 months later in back, had 12 radiation treatments, treatment was successful. Then went through over 2 yrs of rituxan treatments. Just had my "1st" 6…
newly diagnosed with non hodgkins lymphoma
have slow growing NHL in my abdomen. anyone else?
New member
Would love to connect with some of you and add to my friend's list. In strength and hope, Diane
6 Round Of ABVD - Now Having Trouble Breathing
I recently completed chemo, 6 rounds (12 treatments) of ABVD, right before treatment #12 the day before actually I participated in the LIVESTRONG Challenge and walked the 5K without a problem, the next day at chemo my blood pressure was on the low side as were the results from my CBC. But we continued the last dose of…
Does anyone need to talk about treatments and a bone morrow transplant?
I have been fighting cancer for 15 years had have learned by my treatments how to help others.I have also run a suport group for 4 years.If you need to talk to someone about your cancer or need to know what I have went through.Please ask. Thanks tadevine Vietnam 1970 sniperus@tir.com
low-grade non-Hodgkins
I was diagnosed w/ low grade non-Hodgkins lymphoma stage IV over 4 years ago and have had 2 Rituxan treatments. Now have severe bone pain but all of my scans and labs look ok. Anyone else experience this?
Why am I getting so many colds all of a sudden?
My last ABVD treatment for Hodgkins Lymphoma was in November of 2007 and I have been in remission since (hopefully still am). I didn't get sick much at all in 2008 but this year, I seem to be getting more colds and infections than normal. In January I had pneumonia and a sinus infection, in May I had a bad cold with a…
Hodgkin survivor and gas station
I am posting this on behalf of my father who is a Hodgkins lymphoma survivor. He completed his chemotherapy a few years back and has been okay since. He is now almost 60 years old. The problem is that he is considering buying a gas station and is serious about it however has not considered any health implications. He would…
Kinda nervous/scared
Breast Cancer survivor seven years. Just noticed a lump on my neck by my collarbone. No other symptoms at all (not even the weight loss one darn it) Went to the doctor, he is sending me for a PET scan. Saw my oncologist in February and he did the normal check of my neck and the bloodwork, all was fine. First PET scan I…
new member and glad
my name is ralphie i am a seven year survivor and i never told my story cause i just didnt think that people would understand.it was right after christmas when i found a lump on my collarbone, then after xrays ihad three tumors in my chest and one in my neck. it was hodgkins and i thought i was gonna die i had a 2 month…
Looking for a good Oncology doctor in the Raleigh NC
Hello everyone I am a 10 year survivor of Hodgkin's Lymphoma who has moved from Nebraska to North Carolina. I am looking for a good doctor to take over my care and follow up's with here in North Carolina. I was wondering if anyone knows any good Oncology doctors in the area of Raleigh, North Carolina so I can do my follow…
just a quick question
my son had cancer the lymphonma non hodgkin i was wonding if it can come back as a different cancer. he has been in remission since 1997 he had it when he was 13 but now he is running fever and has no cold and i am worry to death .him and his wife is expanding there frist baby in jan. just wanding that is all thanks so…
Hate the taste of food whats up with this !!!
As i sit here i feel like the new kid on the block , as i get closer to surgery ( july 8th )i have noticed my weight dropping each week now and hate the taste of food at times now it drives me crazy , even a ritz cracker and cheese turns my palate , still feel ok but am trying to get a handle on this food thing, so any…
HD 15yrs out, newly diagnosed with DCIS
Wish I had found this site sooner. I thought the tingling and hearing loss was just me! I was diagnosed with HD in 1992 after a routine physical found a lump. Laperotomy, spleenectomy folloed by mantle and peri-aortic radiation (6 weeks maybe?). Re-occurance in my pelvis (or maybe it was always there?!) in 1993. Treated…
Re : Pain
Just a quick question i have a biopsy scheduled for July 8th , have lympnodes in chest deep in sems like but any way they were found in march during heart surgery have had to wait this long for heart to get stronger , My question since march and have gotten progressively worse Hip pain, and lower back pain as well as the…
New Member
Hi all! My name if Jeff , I am new here today. I am 46 years old and live in Montana. I don't have a final prognosis or final stage yet but my oncologist has told me so far it's likely to be Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma and it is all over the place, Thymus, Stomach, pancreas, Kidneys, Colon and more, but he said it is…
co-pays
i was scheduled for another ct scan (12th. in the last 1 1/2 yrs.) this time i did not have the $200.00 dollar co-pay and was told that they can refuse me if i don't have the money. i was needless to say shocked and very upset. they said they would have to get the okay from my doctor to go ahead with the scan. it was so…
I think I got fired because I had cancer
I was diagnoised with NHL back in April 2008. At the time I was working for AT&T Wireless as a sales consultant. AT&T did have a good medical program and I was able to take FMLA for about 6 months so I could go through Chemo treatments, two operations and seven trips to the hospital. I went back to work in late October…
pancreatic lymphoma
I have pancreatic lymphoma, which apparently is very rare, although potentially a better prognosis than the usual pancratic adenocarcinoma. However, I can't find much information asbout this. Anyone out there with any experience with this?
Can't find local support
I am very frustrated by the lack of local support for lymphoma patients! I am a single mom, and I am currently in treatment for aggressive B-cell NHL. I also just got laid off from my job. I have searched ACS and the local area for support groups, financial, and childcare help and it seems like all the organizations within…
just cant let it go
i was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2002 it has mentally and physically destroyed me. today is the aniversary of my first chemo treatment 3/3/02 and i dont know why i remember every date i had chemo and its 7yrs later is there anyone else like me cause i just sometimes feel alone and its seems like nobody understands
Just a question I can not shake....believe me I have tried
The more lymphoma survivors I communicate with, the more I have this burning question. I have spoken/chatted/communicated with at least 4 other lymphoma survivors who were on weight watchers prior to getting hit with lymphoma. Has anyone else noticed this or am I going nuts? Who else was on Weight Watchers shortly before…
Chemo and digestive problems
My father has large B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. His cancer is in his bones and liver (stage IV). He's dropped 48 pounds in 2 months. He hasn't been able to keep food in him since the second round of chemo. He's getting the CHOP + retuxin program. He also has severe dry mouth and diarrhea. Has anyone had the same problem…

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