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Question: What does a Deauville score of 4 mean on my PET scan and is it concerning while I'm still undergoing treatment?

It's understandable to feel anxious about scan results during treatment. While waiting for your doctor to fully interpret these results, remember that you're still in the middle of your treatment course Show Full Answer

Question: What does a Deauville score of 4 mean on my PET scan and is it concerning while I'm still undergoing treatment?

It's understandable to feel anxious about scan results during treatment. While waiting for your doctor to fully interpret these results, remember that you're still in the middle of your treatment course with 2 more sessions to go. PET scans are important tools that help doctors monitor how your lymphoma is responding to treatment. Many MyLymphomaTeam members share similar feelings of anxiety around scan results. Consider these coping strategies while waiting to discuss your results with your healthcare team:

- Focus on completing your remaining treatments
- Practice meditation or relaxation techniques
- Connect with others who understand what you're going through
- Maintain open communication with your healthcare team about your concerns

Remember that scan results are just one piece of information your doctors use to guide your treatment plan.

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