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Follicular Lymphoma - Rituxan and Bendamustine
Howdy - Anyone try this combination with anything close to Stage IV, Grade 2 follicular lymphoma?
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Post Radiation Proctitis
I am hoping for some good feedback for those of you who had challenges recovering from RT. I had a very easy treatment with a Proton 28 fraction schedule. Typical improvement of limited symptoms until my second month, then I started to have some diarrhea once a week or so. Condition has not improved and maybe gotten a…
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Looking for Honest post-surgery ED expectations / feedback
Hi members- I'm new and this is my 1st post…I had DaVinci assist radical prostatectomy…I am 14 months out and still no firm erections even though I check off all the boxes on someone who should be up and running by now (healthy, not overweight, 57 at time of surgery, doc said both nerves were spared, non-smoker, not a big…
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I want to quit treatments
I am struggling! I am teetering on if I should quit my treatments and get the only kidney I have removed and go on dialysis. The treatments seem to be killing me faster than the cancer. I can’t eat because my mouth is very sore. I have no appetite and when I do have an urge to eat, I’m in pain. I struggle with getting…
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Post week 2
just a note for anyone in or through treatment I’m on day 3 of 2nd post week. Feeling better every day. No nap yesterday. Just worked through the fatigue. Doing same today. Disappointed that I have to wait 90 days for first PSA. But, is what it is As I said before, 20 yrs in navy so I have no boundaries. Feel free to ask…
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Looking for information regarding immunotherapy infusion : keytruda
I am looking for some information regarding immunotherapy treatments . I am inquiring for my husband. He had prostate cancer & bladder cancer. Prostrate removal & cystectomy in 2023. Now the cancer is back & the Dr would like to try immunotherapy & possible chemo. I would like to know about reactions & any other advice for…
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Choosing not to do Hormone Therapy after Lumpectomy
Two months ago I had a lumpectomy to remove Grade 1, Stage 1 Estrogen Progesterone positive mucinous cancer. My oncologist wants me to take Aromatose as I am 74. This drug is known to cause bone loss. I am .1 point away from osteoporosis. A Mammoprint test was done and the outcome shows a possible 98% non recurrence with…
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Young Esophageal Cancer Patient
Hi everyone, my name is Emily, and I was diagnosed with Stage 3A Adenocarcinoma of the Esophagus at the age of 26. I wanted to share my story with those who might find it helpful, or just insightful in the journey of someone going through this cancer treatment at this age. In May of 2021, I ended up in the ER with upper…
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Option on Stent vs J Tube
Hi All, My dad has Esophegal Cancer which he was diagnosed with in 2021, to date he has had 2 rounds of chemo and 2 rounds of radiation, as a family we decided we did not want to go the surgery route. The second time was because there were signs that the cancer had moved into a small section of the liver. He finished last…
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Have to get a molar pulled
I am a thirteen-year survivor of nasopharyngeal cancer. Through the years, I have spent thousands on my teeth. I had a molar that had a crown on it. It decided to come loose and fall off. Now I need to have the root pulled out. My dentist has put me on two meds. Pentoxifylline and vitamin E to ward off osteoradionecrosis.…
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anyone decline hormone therapy after surgery and radiation?
I had a lumpectomy in November for stage 1 (.8cm) ILC with sentinel node biopsy (no spread). That was followed by 21 sessions of whole breast and targeted radiation. My Onc score was a 6 so no chemo needed. My tumor was HR+, HER-. My oncologist told me my chance of recurrence with the hormone therapy is 3% and doubles to…
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Hope for erections after prostate surgery-3yrs 2mos later!!
Here's some good news! After 3yrs 2 months right out of nowhere in the middle of the night I was awakened by the first ever nighttime Erection since my surgery. Now , I have been getting okay erections for the last 2 years, but I haven't had a spontaneous erection in my sleep since my surgery. It actually amazed me and I…
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Proton Therapy for Breast Cancer
Anyone know of any proton therapy for early stage breast cancer?
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vigina problems
after 7 months since my last cancer treatment. still having problems with sex. Hurts very much. I feel bad for my husband. I don't want to give that part of my life up. Anyone else have these problems?
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side effects of Folfiri
I found out my colon cancer as migrated to my Rt lung. I was previously on Folfox, and on Folfiri and just completed my 3rd cycle. When did people start noticing hair loss or thinning? Folfox my hair just thinned
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I am pretty terrified
Since mid sept. I have been passing blood very intermittently, sharp pain as if I am passing glass/sand paper and persistent itching around the anus almost every bowel movement. I have no pain outside of BM I am 37 years old, non immune supressed, no hiv etc otherwise in healthy shape in a long term relationship. I had a…
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Lung cancer survivor
Diagnosed with NSLC in 2019, staged 3d . After oral chemotherapy, Alecensa to shrink cancer spread, followed by radiotherapy , chemotherapy and immunotherapy I have been cancer free for 6 years now. Stay positive and hopeful.
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Folfiri
I have stage 4 metastatic colon cancer. I did 8 rounds of Folfox and only had hair thinning. I ended Folfox back in Sept 2024. Now I am in folfiri currently finished cycle 3. When did people start loosing /thinning hair? I most likely will be on at least 12 cycles maybe more.
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robotic partial nephrectomy in my future
ct scan says i have a 3.4 mass on right kidney probably RCC. No biopsy was done. kidney function is good. they found it by accident looking for kidney stone in the ER. That pain was stupid nasty! The dr. says it's a piece of cake to take it out. I'd love to hear from you guys what i can really expect. How long will i be in…
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2 cm Kidney Mass
Hi everyone. The VA found a 2 cm mass on my husband's right kidney during an US. His CT is scheduled for the end of the month. He is 33, very athletic-he is a competitive strongman-among other things. They only found it because he had protein in is urine. We have 5 kids. So, I am a mess. I am just trying to find some…
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Male Caregiver
Dear Americans, I am a British man, living in the UK. My wife Debbie has advanced blood cancer. I find myself becoming increasingly gloomy and short-tempered, which is of no help to Debbie, especially as it is she and not me who is facing death. Do any male caregivers out there have any advice they could offer me? Thanks…
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Concern About Bone Health After Cancer Treatment
Hi everyone, I’m reaching out because I’ve been feeling a bit concerned about my bone health after going through cancer treatment. I was diagnosed with, and after undergoing treatment (chemo/radiation/surgery), I’ve noticed some unusual aches and pains, particularly in my joints and bones. I’ve read that cancer treatments…
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Post Week Updates
post Week 1 completed For recap, during the weekend between treatment 34 & 35 I had some alcohol on Friday and ate baby back rib meal. I ate whatever my wife cooked for meals Saturday and Sunday I went back to my chicken and rice diet Monday morning 🚜😎🚜 I was fine Friday and Saturday. However, starting Sunday morning at…
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Hepatic liver mass
What type of food have proved helpful in reducing the grow and activeness of hepatic liver mass?
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Pneumonia
I managed that thing that makes us all careful of what we eat and drink.. aspiration pneumonia. Apparently I am allergic to doxycycline, as I found out by hitting the floor one to many times! I am ok'ish now, except the sore throat will not go away! I was already dealing with a significantly smaller oesophagus (less than 1…
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Thick Lining
Almost 52 over 2 years post menopausal and have been bleeding very infrequently until about 5 months ago. It comes and goes . Sometimes clear discharge, brown, red, etc and usually light. sometimes when i urinate i do have some discharge (assuming some lining). The last 4-6 weeks i had period type cramps in lower…
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UPSC survivor 15 years NED
I had USPC in 2010 and remain cancer free after 15 years. I had 6 rounds of chemo and brachytherapy. Other than screwing up my vagina with the brachytherapy ( it is not a straight tunnel any more) I am doing well. Having sex at 74 is still great even if it involes lube and vibrator stimulation. There was another lady that…
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Cramps and Waiting for Biopsy
I am scheduled for a biopsy and SIS in about a week due to post menopausal bleeding. The doc prescribed Medoxyprogesterone to stop the bleeding. However, I started experiencing lower pelvic cramps a few days ago, that oddly starting late morning and going on until I go to sleep. When I was bleeding, it also tended to be…
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Bladder Cancer T1G3. (TURBT+Chemo) or (Cystectomy)?
I am 51 year old male and was recently diagnosed with Bladder Cancer. After TURBT, pathologyindicates Superficially invasive urothelial carcinoma with extensive background high-grade papillaryurothelial carcinoma. Tumor superficially invades lamina propria. Muscularis propria is present without tumor involvement in sampled…
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Long Term Effects of Mantle Radiation for Hodgkins Disease - Dropped Head Syndrome
I've read about a number of people experiencing neck and shoulder pain along with dropped head syndrome as long term effects of Hodgkin's Disease. I have experienced these symptoms for over a year and my doctor believes these are effects of radiation. I was treated 18 years ago and have basically been healthy. I am…