-
Other Care | Calquence
No side effects
-
Clinical Trial | Rituxan and ibrutinib to ned followed by Hyper Cvad chemo
tolerable
-
Decision Point | Discontinue cancer care visits.
After Dx with lewey body dementia, which I feel related to cancer. MD has seen handful of cases like mine, but rare. Experienced debilitating symptoms. Need catheter foley, delusions, fear, diff. swallowing , delirium and paranoia. Along with moments of forgetfulness. No longer having medical intervention. Decided hospice…
-
Other Care | Alternative cancer care- Vitamin C IV, B17, DMSO, Hydrogen Peroxide and more
Healing and supportive after surgery. Also they used the rife machine, whole body hypothermia, local hypothermia, laser and lots of other alternative therapies.
-
Procedure or Surgery | Surgery
I went to Immunity Therapy Center in Tijuana Mexico, to have the surgery and the alternative therapies that they have. They were amazing in their treatment and even though recovering from a full removal of a10lbs tumor and a hysterotomy isn't easy, I had wonderful support from their phenomenal staff and the fabulous…
-
Thin, Fine Hair- Loss and Upkeep
I will first say I know I am very fortunate that I did not lose my hair completely. I know that is a whole other situation, and I am not trying to hurt the feelings of anyone who did. Arimidex is starting to do a number on my hair though- thinning, drier, frizzier. I have a lot more shedding than before. I have always had…
-
Drug or Chemo Therapy | Depression medicine
Cymbalta
-
Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
Just started chemo/immunotherapy. First round was TERRIBLE. 2nd round tomorrow & hoping it is much better.
-
Drug or Chemo Therapy | Targeted therapy
Tafinlar/Mekinist had sever rigors every 3-6 weeks, lasting 3 days Braftovi/Mektovi iritis (terrible) & joint inflammation (ok)
-
SITE ANNOUNCEMENT: Moderation Update
Hello WhatNext Community, just wanted to pop in and remind everyone that if you have any technical questions about the site, or would like to send any moderation red flags, please send an email to colby @ patientworthy dot com. (Remove the spaces and add the .com when typing in the email address, the spam filter here…
-
Looking for House Cleaning resources in Dripping Springs, Texas
Leukemia survivor and Bone Marrow recipient, Jim Luketich needs weekly house cleaning services for small mobile home.
-
Looking for House Cleaning resources near Austin Texas
Leukemia and Bone Marrow survivor being released in about 7 days, and our little mobile home is not ready!
-
Radiation
I am terrified about receiving Radiation therapy. I read about all the bad side effects. How was your experience?
-
I would appreciate hearing thoughts on the pros and cons for getting psychological help for Breast C
Spouse was diagnosed of Stage IA invasive breast cancer. Had lumpectomy and radiation therapy late last year. Recently been told to have Dilation and Curettage (D&C) diagnostic procedure as her doctor suspects malignant growths in uterus and ovaries. She’s been very strong in the midst of all these but I want to help her…
-
Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
After 2 Hospitalizations receiving Chemo, the Leukemia returned. Now he has received a Bone Marrow Transplant.
-
Cant Find Actual Diagnosis
I was diagnosed with Zolinger Ellison Syndrome with MEN1 and I am not able to put my diagnosis in?
-
Renal Cell Carcinoma
I learned something yesterday from my Oncologist. We were discussing my newly diagnosed lung cancer and biopsy results. It is now suggested that if you have a mammogram almost due and are hoping to get an appointment soon for your vaccine, the priority should be the mammo. I'll explain. My biopsy was done 6 days after…
-
Pap smear
I had bi lat mastectomy and hysterectomy. Dr. Told me to check yearly. I moved and the new gyno said i only need every 2 years. I had bad cells and a growth removed as well as hysterectomy. On tamoxifen 9 years. Any thoughts?
-
Today, March 4th 2021, I celebrated my seven ...
Today, March 4th 2021, I celebrated my seven year cancerversary. Seven years ago was my final chemo treatment. The staff at the cancer clinic , I, and my husband celebrated with a big cake and was presented with a certificate of completion. I know how blessed I am to still be NED all these years later.
-
background activity on PET Scan
what does " examination demonstrates only background activity" on a PET Scan mean?
-
will air get in my system with bronchoscopy?
is it safe to have a bronchoscopy
-
Clinical Trial | targeted therapy
Cleared up cancer in my lungs, but not in my pelvic region
-
Radiation | Internal radiation
Fatigue, flare up of pain in the targeted area, minimal nausea
-
Side Effects | Fatigue (tiredness)
Dizziness, chemo brain, loss of appetite, mobility issues
-
Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
My chemo session left me fatigued, dizzy, loss of appetite
-
Oh No | 1.6cm lung nodule eradicated w/SBRT Radiation BUT ~
...... as is the way these things go!!!!! Rats! 1.6cm lung nodule eradicated w/SBRT Radiation BUT ~ my last 6 month (feb'2021) PET/CT scan indicated a 9mm 'hotspot' located in the same general area (right neck) midway between the jawbone & collarbone. Radiologist said we do a 3 month PET?CT scan and see if any change. If…
-
Chemo and existing nerve pain
Hi - I've been here before asking/sharing about my best friend who was diagnosed with breast cancer a few years ago and is now terminal with the cancer spread elsewhere. Today I'm here to ask about my mom, who was recently diagnosed with endometrial cancer. My mom has existing very severe nerve pain that a nerve stimulator…
-
Procedure or Surgery | Double Mastectomy
No reconstruction, aesthetic flat closure
-
Side Effects | Chemo brain
And diarrhea and pain And peeling from what looked like a massive burn
-
Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
Chemo changed by new medical oncologist. New chemo Xeloda 14 days one 7 days off for 6 months
