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Lymphoma (Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin)

Father doesn't want treatment for NHL
My father is 82 and newely diagnosed 2 weeks ago. He had a bone marrow test, ct scan, pet scan and ecocardiagram this week. He told us that he does not want cemo or radiation treatment and I respect that. I am already caring for my mom who has COPD and is a 24 hour watch. I guess I am just scared because I don't know what…
chest pain with lymphoma
Has anyone had chest pain and found out they had lymphoma in there chest? Did it feel like there was someone sitting on your chest and like you couldn't always get a good breath? Also have had alot of itching lately in my chest area but also on my arms and neck area.
eye infection on R CHOP 2
ok, i cant find the answer, ill ask the question maybe someone can help. just thru 4th R CHOP. got an infection on my left cornea. the doctors are taking it pretty seriously. i am using 3 different drops and an ointment. one of the drops is cyclopentolate. all i read about this drug tells me it is used to dilate the pupil…
eye infection on R CHOP
hi, does anyone know where i can ask a medical question on-line without having to pay for it?
Divorce help: spousal support?
Hi. I just recently completed chemotherapy (hooray). In January I was diagnosed with lymphoma. Stage 4. In March my husband (of 8 years) moved out, after I discovered his affair. Shocking. He's living with her now and we're in the middle of a long divorce. Does anyone have advice on spousal support/alimony relating to…
enlarged thymus gland
Ok so I was diagnosed with Hodgkins had chemo went into remission, relapsed had stem cell transplant went into remission and everything on the scans looked great but I always had an enlarged thymus gland and it even got a little bigger in later scans. What scares me is that the thymus gland is part of the lymph system…
just wanted to talk about it
I was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkins lymphoma when I was 11 and am now 23 and have been in remission for about 10 years. I feel that I handled the experience fairly well when I was younger but within the last year or so its been kind of hard to deal with for some reason. I cant really explain it but I have been feeling…
2009 Seattle Lymphoma Workshop - Sept. 26, 2009
Is anyone else attending this? http://www.lymphoma.org/site/pp.asp?c=chKOI6PEImE&b=5077229
Auto SCT for relapsed HD
Hi, I am a caregiver. My husband (58 years old) has relapsed with HD. He had four years of remission with six cycles of ABVD (initially stage 3). His relapse is confined to his neck/collarbone. We are sad, mad, scared, worried, etc. ICE and an auto SCT are being suggested as treatment. I was wondering if/how I would find a…
side effects of rutuxin treatment
i have severe pain and burning in my feet this is my second treatment for gastric lymphoma i have no energy night sweats some nausea iam now on maintaince rutuxin now does anybody else have feet pain
Caregiver in a shark tank !!!
Hello all, I am fairly new here I have posted about my husbands itchy hives from ABVD but still can't find anyone else who has had it. He was dignosed with stage 3 A S Hodgkins, non sclerosing nodular type. He has had two ABVD treatments and is scheduled for this third on Tues. After the first one he got itchy hives all…
staying positive
there's a lot of good that comes out of having cancer. have cancer, will blog: www.lionchaserrachel.blogspot.com
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…

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