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October 23, 2025
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VirginaSesler,
Hi!! Thank you for your kind words. The things I changed from a lifestyle perspective was I completely cut out all soda and coffee. I was a big Diet Coke and coffee drinker. I now drink water and green tea. I also walk daily. I try to get in 10,000 steps a day. Also, I used to eat a lot of sugar in my diet. I cut sweets out too. I am much calmer now. Little things used to upset me but not anymore. After having lymphoma, the little things look like nothing now!! I try to listen to my body now more than ever. If I’m tired, I rest.And I pray more and am closer to God I feel. I hope these suggestions help. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask me. I hope you have a blessed day. Kelly

October 30, 2025 (edited)
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Kelly and VincentHall,
Congratulations on both of your remissions! Kelly, I love hearing of your remission for 4 1/2 years. Do you have any recommendations for how to do so from a lifestyle perspective?
Virginia

October 29, 2025
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

VincentHall,
Hi! I too have/had DLBCL stage IV. I was exhausted too after my treatments. I felt I had a good day if I accomplished a couple loads of laundry. But it will get better. I also started walking daily which has helped. I’ve been in remission for 4 1/2yrs . Congratulations on your remission!! Kelly

October 27, 2025
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

For fatigue I’ve found that focusing on the research from the American Gut Project on improving your gut microbiota diversity- focus on eating 30 different vegetables a week. Also, work on exercise as a habit. Follow FDA recommendations.

October 27, 2025
MyLymphomaTeam

Why is fatigue still so severe months after finishing chemotherapy for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma?

It's completely normal to experience severe fatigue months after your last chemotherapy treatment. Many people continue feeling exhausted for weeks, months, or even years after treatment ends, especially following Show Full Answer

Why is fatigue still so severe months after finishing chemotherapy for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma?

It's completely normal to experience severe fatigue months after your last chemotherapy treatment. Many people continue feeling exhausted for weeks, months, or even years after treatment ends, especially following intensive chemotherapy.

A MyLymphomaTeam member shared a similar experience: "I finished chemo 14 months ago and still sometimes get really fatigued."

Fatigue after treatment can stem from several factors:

* Your body is still recovering from the effects of chemotherapy
* Possible anemia or other blood count changes
* Lingering effects on your immune system
* Muscle weakness from reduced activity during treatment
* Sleep disturbances or depression

The good news is that many people do gradually improve. One member noted, "Hubby is FINALLY starting to get his energy back six months after his last chemo."

Since you finished treatment in June, you're still in the recovery phase. However, it's important to discuss your severe fatigue with your doctor. They can run blood tests to check for anemia or other treatable causes and help determine if your fatigue is a normal part of recovery or needs additional intervention.

Staying gently active, managing stress, and taking care of your mental health can all help reduce fatigue during this recovery period.

October 23, 2025

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