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Low WBC and Brain Fog after 2+ years

LoRider
LoRider CSN Member Posts: 1 *
edited June 2024 in Long-Term Effects of Treatment #1

Frankly, I am tired of my oncologist saying "it's part of the process" and "it's different for everyone." I am still battling brain fog since chemo and radiation completed in Spring 2021. And my WBC have never rebounded either. My last test showed 2.9/uL when it should be 4.0.

Does it ever get better?

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  • Bvan
    Bvan CSN Member Posts: 3 *
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    I hear you. I am about 2 years out of Chemo, RCHOP. I feel weak, tired, have shooting pain, hurt at most joints. Brain fog. Blood counts are good so I am hopeful. My oncologist says about the same thing as yours. I am not being told 3 to 5 years to feel better. I am frustrated, B

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