Questions & Answers

Where are the stats on how long you live without treatment ? How many people out of a Drs client base decide NOT to do Chemo?
where is info on how many people decide not to treat or give up on treatment. Anyone think treatment is worse the disease ?
Some NHL's are not curable. I want to know how those people deal with their life, Hospice and pain control.
Anyone besides me considering not treating.
I can't be the only one.

Hi friends, I recently had a bone marrow biopsy that showed that 37% of my bone marrow is being affected by the marginal zone lymphoma. My doctor has recommended 4 weekly treatments of Rituximab. I am curious to know from any of you who have had treatments with this what your experience has been and what I should expect. My understanding is that some people have allergic reactions to the treatment and that it also affects your immune system, but other than that I don’t know much. Thanks in… read more

Do you use things spiritual in dealing with your cancer?

If so what do you use? Prayer? Meditation? Certain books? Church, synagogue or mosque? Music? Poetry? I ask because I'm always looking for useful spiritual tools. Personally I use 12 step material and the book A Course In Miracles along with prayer. And there are certain organizations that I've found useful, that send out free booklets and magazines. But I'm always looking for useful things to add to my repertoire.

Two years ago, I was diagnosed with Marginal Zone lymphoma. I was told that I have cancer in my bone marrow- about 10-20%- My oncologist put me on the watch and wait as I have no symptoms. Does anyone else have cancer in their bone marrow, and did you receive any treatment (chemo?)

I had DLBCL and have been in remission for more than 2 yrs. I had RCHOP chemo. I still have joint and muscle pain especially in the mornings. Does anyone else still have this? Thank you, Kelly

If you could make a wish, as a cancer patient, for Christmas and have it come true what would it be? ☺️