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I am beginning to have stomach cramps and constipation again i am concerned that my cancer is returning?

A MyLymphomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Kenner, LA
October 13
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It's completely understandable to feel worried when new or returning symptoms appear. Stomach cramps and constipation can have many causes, but it's always smart to take them seriously, especially with a lymphoma history.

The most important step right now is to contact your care team as soon as possible — don't wait for a Show Full Answer

It's completely understandable to feel worried when new or returning symptoms appear. Stomach cramps and constipation can have many causes, but it's always smart to take them seriously, especially with a lymphoma history.

The most important step right now is to contact your care team as soon as possible — don't wait for a scheduled appointment. Let them know about these symptoms and when they started. When you speak to your doctor, it helps to share:

- When the symptoms started
- How often you're experiencing them
- Whether they're getting worse over time
- Any other new symptoms you may have noticed

Your care team can evaluate whether further testing is needed. Early follow-up is always the right call when something feels off. It's also worth knowing that anxiety about recurrence is very common among people with lymphoma. A MyLymphomaTeam member once shared, "It's been really hard, and I am always scared when I have pain." You are absolutely not alone in feeling this way.

Reaching out to your doctor quickly will not only help address the physical symptoms but can also bring some peace of mind. 💙

October 13
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Hi, I went thru the whole thing you are going through. I was told to take a good probiotic. It does help with the cramping a little. The old aches and pains, joints hurting, not feeling like eating at all. Eat your veggies. No soda pops, but I was told good dark chocolate really helps..

October 13
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

The advice from AI is right. Call your oncologist to let them know. However. I want to reassure you that every sickness and ache and pain you get does NOT mean your cancer is returning. I totally understand your worrries because once we have cancer our minds immediately go to the worst scenario. Try to relax and please let us know what your oncologist tells you.

October 13
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Hey there! I get blood draws every three months which helps me understand where my Lymphoma is at. I am able to read the blood draws so that I know what is going on.
It doesn't heart to contact your med team through OneChart and tell them what is going on.

Hang in there -Dave

October 21
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I still get nervous about new aches & pains but a friend told me, "Mary, if you get a hangnail, you will think it's cancer." Makes me laugh.

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