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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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Radiation Side Effects
I am about to start radiation to finish dealing with tumor in my chest. I don't know how many treatments I'll have yet. I was wondering if anyone else was having radiation right now and could tell me about possiblbe side effects. I've heard it can cause fatigue. I've just gone back to work following my Chemo treatments and…
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Peripheral neuropathy from radiation
I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins lymphoma in the fall of 2008 - follicular B cell, stage 1, in my right lower pelvis. It appeared as a lump a little smaller than an egg on my upper thigh. Not particularly painful, but I knew it was not normal. I received 18 IMRT zaps of radiation. I had no immediate side effects. After…
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Feeling better
Thank you Lisha, Sue, Miss Maggie, Donna, and Jim for sending positive thought my way! I needed them, I was released yesterday evening feel much better but still hacking away lol! Got some very needed antibiotics and now I'm just going to make more appointments with my other Docs for follow up. Next time I won't let it get…
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Leg Pain
Happy New Year! I have a new symptom and want to know if any of you have experienced the same thing. I've been watching an area on the front of my shin that looked like a bruise, but then I thought maybe it was a vein. I noticed it about 6 weeks ago. Then 2 weeks ago my lower legs started hurting, especially at night. This…
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My condolances, Jimwins
Hey Jim, Just back to answer my New Years messages and saw the post about your sister's passing. I just wanted to extend my sincere sympathies to you and yours. I'm sure it was a very very difficult holiday season for you having to deal with her death amongst all the celebration. She is in a kinder and gentler place now I…
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Back at it
After deciding to go with the Rituxan treatments every two months (versus radiation), and a nice break from any treatments (last treatment was in October Rituxan/Bendamustine), my husband had his first maintance treatment of Rituxan yesterday morning. After a 4 1/2 hour infusion he was pretty much knock out for the…
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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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New lump
I was treated for Hodgkins in 1984 with mantle radiation and MOPP. 20 years later, I fought breast cancer that occured due to the radiation therapy. Now, I have swollen lymph nodes in my face and neck. I just got a CT scan and some blood work. Anyone have Hodgkins or NHL show up after having Hodgkins that long ago?
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throwing up
My dad had a clean pet scan after 3 treatments of rchop and he had his final(6th) treatment on Dec 12th. He did a pet scan and we are waiting for the results. Today my dad was supposed to have a cat scan and he was too sick to go. He was throwing up all last night. My mom thinks it a bug, but my dad doesn't. I'm scared it…
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Some tough times right now
My wife was diagnosed with Hodgkins Disease a couple of weeks ago. We met with the Dr. today to go over her PET and CTScan results. As much as we were hoping it was confined to above her diagphram, one spot showed up on her spleen as well, putting more in Stage III than II. The treatment is going to be 6 months of ABVD. We…
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Happy, happy New Year !!!!!!!!!
Hey Everyone, HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!!!! Wanted to come back for a day to wish you all the best in the New Year and hope that this year will bring good health to you and your loved ones. Keep the faith and know that there is always hope. I wish you all a year of success and joy and love. Take good care. Love, Bluerose
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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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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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Donald 51
I am wondering about Donald and if he is doing well. I do my next ct scan February 3. However I was at the dr Friday and had a physical and she found a lump on my right breast. I will tell you it just never ends. I am going to do an ultra sound next week.And I just did a mammogram 2 month ago and they said I was fine. So…
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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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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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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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Merry Christmas!
MERRY CHRISTMAS my dear sweet friends! I love you all...Sue
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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's "Holiday" recipe (LOL)
(This started out as the normal recipe project "blah blah". Sue added some "spirit" to the mix - read further below) In the spirit of sharing and gratitude, a website has been set up where recipes can be entered, viewed or downloaded by members. The recipes don’t have to be holiday oriented and can be anything you enjoy…
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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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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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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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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…
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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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Update
Hi All Well, I have spent a good deal of time trying to come up with the best way to describe what's going on with me. Hopefully I will make some sense and not ramble on to much. So here is my update that I have been promising you. As most of you know, I spent time this past summer getting rad tx in Houston. Not fun and…
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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…