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Hi, my name is Victoria and I have no-one to talk to about this. I've finally registered to be able to come on here because it's gotten to the point where my anxiety is spiraling out of control. I've been reading for many years. My sister had NHL in 2018...
Hi..I'm on the 4th round of chemo first 2 were escalated bcopdac and the last 2 are abvd. During this 4th round of chemo I experienced severe pain in both my heels which lasted a whole day .it was really painful to walk on but the pain was like walking...
Hi everyone again. Still looking for access for more information I'm kinda curious man. And have to know. I found already some information. But like every subject at the beginning you only discover how much you don't know. I already learnt about biological...
Hi everyone. My diagnose is Hodgkin's lymphoma multicellular variant stage 1a. I started my ABVD treatment 2 weeks ago received 1st dose. Probably tomorrow will receive second one. Waiting for phone call. Feel perfect so far. Will see after second dose...
Hello everyone, After my first session I haven't been too bad until day 4 when a very strong jaw pain started and made difficult also to swallow. The Dr said it may be a side effect of my anti sickness pills. It lasted 2/3 days and I am now finally...
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Hi all a small post again i was diagnosed 2023 completed all treatment chemo/radiotherapy though everything was done n dusted and could start the recovery process however ive since felt a new lump ive have had it checked with my consultant he says its...
Hi, I am new, I just discovered I have Hodgkin lymphoma. I thought it could be useful to be part of the community and share this journey with you all. Sending best wishes to you all, Michela
I was diagnosed today with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and ?leukemia but awaiting a bone marrow biopsy. I just feel petrified but trying to stay positive but hard when you are scared.
Hey I’ve been battling for 2 years almost , chemo relapse then AutoStem Cell and proton beam radio therapy. I finished this Proton Radiation October 19. My question is my neck is just not the same after chemo it was so slim but now it seems so inflamed...
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