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Covid Vaccination While On Chemo
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I have been told not to get the covid vaccination while getting my Chemo treatment. Anyone getting the same instructions? What happens if I do take it?

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I checked with my oncologist before I had my vaccine and he said to go ahead and have it. I had both shots with no side effects. I was on CHEMO at the time. You sure don’t want to catch COVID.

COVID BOOSTER SHOT
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Has anyone with NHL had a terrible time with side effects of the booster? I got mine on Sunday and have had a terrible reaction! So weak sick, tired the works!????

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Denise I feel the same -- that there is a connection. I believe the vaccines can "pull the trigger," on something brewing in the body such as cancer, autoimmune disease, etc. I know 5 people diagnosed… read more

I'm Curious! I See So Many Here Diagnosed With Lymphoma, In The Last Few Years? My Question Is? How Many Got The Covid Vax When They Out!
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Opinions or no opinions from politicians. These vaccines, not like others, that have years of testing to make sure they're safe. Would raise a eyebrow? They had only been tested on rats, which most… read more

Covid Shots
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im on radiation therapy right now, 3 more then going to have Immunotherapy, can i get covid shot and flu shot at same time?

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KellyS my arm was so sore had a terrible time sleeping it was so sore, turning I almost needed other arm to gently move, was nauseous a little small headache and not hungry at all had a piece of toast… read more

While Having Chemotherapy, How Are You Handling Thanksgiving And Christmas Gatherings With School Age Grandchildren?
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Thank you. We had total of 5 Covid Vax and have opted out this year. Had Flu Vax and previously had both pneumonia Vax.
Happy Thanksgiving ❤️

Has Anyone Had Car-t Therapy??
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I'm Glad CAR-T worked for you guys. In my case it did not. When done only one small spot left. 2 months later Pet-Scan Spot got bigger. Now back to square 1.

I Have NHL B Cell And Am Watch And Wait. How Cautious Should I Be, In The Watch And Wait Phase, Regarding Protection Against Infection?
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Ex. My son is immune suppressed bcs of medication he takes for a rare chronic disease and we are cautious but not overprotective of his environment. I assume it is the same for ppl with NHL watch and wait? Or are there additional precautions against infection, beyond the normal precautions, specifically related to cancer? Thanks

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I find the watch and wait so hard. For me is like playing with a loaded gun, the problem is that you do not know really what the caliber is going to be. I just finished treatment for a FL Grade 2… read more

Getting Sick With A Cold And Congestion And Seemingly No Immune System With Lymphoma. Is This True? How To Get Better?
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Gamagard I take every 3 weeks. It gives you IgG that B cells which are depleated produce. Ask for blood test . Got 2 bouts with pneumonia because of this. Discuss with your doctor. They do not include… read more

Core Needle Biopsy Results Came Back As Inconclusive. My Spleen Will Be Removed And Sent To Pathology Lab To Do Further Tests.
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Anyone been through this before? I’ve heard even testing the spleen cells can be inconclusive. What gives in this situation?

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Many thanks Gene, you answered all the questions I had.

Or Rituximad Given Together
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Mostly nausea and fatigue.