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Got a bone density scan to get the "all clear" to proceed with a rotator cuff repair surgery. That was wishful thinking. The scan showed severe osteoporosis. My Drs did not blink - just ordered medication to treat osteoporosis. My dear RN friend questioned why I have this dx at the age of 60. She said that does not seem right - you should ask for further testing. My rheumatologist ordered me to take Calcium and vitamin D supplements twice a day and after almost 2 months finally got… read more

Has anyone felt like they miss their oncology visits and/or infusions? Sounds weird to me, but I find that I do to some extent. Is it the comfort of knowing they’re there for me? Knowing someone is watching over me? A separation anxiety? Don’t get me wrong, I’m thankful that the treatments have done what they’re supposed to do and I don’t have to worry about it getting worse. But how what do I say to my loved ones? How do I explain it? Do I need to find someone to talk to?

My oncologist never asked what symptoms I am having his visits are 15 min ! And I try to ask question as I have RUNX1 familial rare platelet disorder related to multiple malignancies and have yet to be tested or treated and already having pulmonary embolism you would think ? The lab test and tx is under Pubmed ! It is discouraging and I am not going to be told to go to Mayo, Moffitts, UFShands the worse specialist that assume a patient is alcoholic rather than read the medical notes it is NAFLD… read more

I went for my yearly oncology appointment for breast cancer I had 21 years ago when my oncologist felt a lump where I had reconstruction surgery. I thought it was scar tissue and she had me do an ultrasound followed by a biopsy where lymphoma was discovered in my axillary lymph node and not the lump she initially felt.

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

What should one maybe focus on like exercise, diet, sleep, ibuprofen, or other types of things?

I had a small lymphoma on leg few years ago treated with steroid at dermatologist office . But new small lymphoma bump looks different and will see Oncologist soon. Do they usually do radiation, surgery, just like to be prepared ! Otherwise feel good no night sweats or symptoms ! Thanks Anita

I was just diagnosed a week ago and don't meet with my doctor to discuss next steps until after the new year. He mentioned possibly doing "watch and wait" method and I've read a lot that backs that up, which really surprises me. Why would you wait until things got worse to pursue any type of treatment?