Hi,
My name is Shenna and I was recently diagnosed with B cell lymphoma follicular and told to 'watch and wait' for symptoms. Recently my spleen has become more and more enlarged to the point of discomfort and possible danger as it is beginning to press on the intestines. Has anyone else had a similar experience? I'm wondering about surgery to remove the spleen?
Hi Shenna and warm welcome to the Macmillan Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your Lymphoma diagnosis.
I am Mike and I help out around our Lymphoma groups.
I do see that you have already joined our dedicated…..
…… support group
This group is a safe places to talk to others with a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.
Click on the link above then once the group page opens you can introduce yourself by putting up your very own post by clicking [+ Create new post] or [+] in the top right of the group page.
You can copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.
I will keep an eye open for you but if you are not sure what type you have pleased do get back to me on this post and I will help you out further.
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
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