Has Anyone With DLCBL Had Radiation Therapy Following Chemotherapy? Could You Advised Why You Went Through It And Your Experience?
My husband had a very positive PET scan following 2 cycles of chemo. When he discussed his results with his hematologist, she recommended radiation therapy following chemo. This is the first we heard of this and are still trying to gathering information and trying to determine if he really wants to do this.
Here is some info I found online. Hopefully, it helps you.
A doctor might suggest radiation therapy for Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) for several reasons:
-Localized Disease: If the lymphoma… read more
Covid Shots
im on radiation therapy right now, 3 more then going to have Immunotherapy, can i get covid shot and flu shot at same time?
I completed chemo and finished radiotherapy 22 March 2024, had Covid and Flu boosters last week , so far no side effects 😁
Why Do I Get A Cough After Infusions
A cough after infusions could be related to side effects of certain lymphoma treatments. For example, chemotherapy and radiation therapy can cause lung or breathing problems. Additionally, some… read more
How Long Does It Take For Hair To Grow Back?
ElaineCotten
My hair came in curly. But, the longer it got, the less curly it became. However, my hair is about half the thickness as it was before lymphoma. My hair used to be super thick. I've… read more
Has Anyone Had RT For Nhl And What Are Your Experiences
Anybody Also Struggling With Severe Leg Cramps From Foot To Thigh? I Have Neuropathy In Legs And Feet.
Stage 4 Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma Treatment
Chop R Side Effects
I am currently undergoing radiation to the skull and spine and will start CHOP R early Sept. I had an OK management with Bendamustine and able to work from home but how have many of you managed with CHOP R?
THANKS so much
Ramona
Rituximab Maintenance Therapy After R-CHOP Or Not??? Has Anyone Chosen Not To And Regretted It?
Finished R-CHOP for FL in December and am feeling great, except really achy joints. Since I had a complete remission after 4 rounds of chemo, my doctor is giving me the option of doing maintenance therapy (Rituximab) every 8 weeks for 2 years OR skipping that and just doing regular scans so he can monitor me. I have gone down hours of trial results rabbit holes, and it's a mixed bag. Half say it makes a difference and half say it is not worth the toxicity in low-risk patients. (I was just… read more
I had RCHOP & radiation and was clean for 2 yr 8 mon and the Large B Cell Lymphoma returned. It was discovered at my 6 month follow up CAT Scan. Does your insurance cover the Rituximab? What's the %… read more
Anyone On Here Have Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma?
I didn't see it listed as one of the "lymphomas". I was diagnosed February 20, 2019. I had chemo and was told in October that I was in remission.
Your the same story as me I had NHL with Diffuse Large B Cell last year, today I am in remission since Oct 2023