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All of us on the WhatNext Team are concerned about all of our community.
How are you doing? Are you holding out alright in isolation? Feeling lonely? Anxious? Or just enjoying the quiet time? Let us know here, let's please hear from you!
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We cancer patients talk about having a "new normal" when we are done with cancer, now I'm starting t
about this virus. I saw one post that was talking about how their life would be back to normal, but what parts of that normal did they want to keep. So I'm wondering, for those that have already finished treatments and have moved on, do you think this virus thing is going to have a lasting effect on your life, will you…
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Procedure or Surgery | Surgery
Done with the Divinci method..went home before dark
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I've developed a case of the never ending hiccups!
I've searched a little and apparently, it's a side effect of chemo. Have any of you ever had this happen? What will stop them?
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Since most of us are locked up inside with not much to do I know that there is a lot of cooking goin
What are some of your favorites? Share them here and maybe the rest of us will have something new to try. Ms. Jane is putting an article together around our favorite dishes, your's might make it into that piece to be shared on our entire network. So post that favorite bean dip, vegetable dish, slow-cooked pork chops, or…
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Food/Eating
I have an Ostomy bag as well as undergoing chemo. There are certain foods I can’t eat because of the bag. I’m having a lot of trouble finding foods that are high calorie, high protein that will help me get back some of the weight I lost. Anyone have any suggestions?
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Letrozole side effects
Has anyone have bad jaw pain? Thank you
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All of us cancer patients have probably seen something advertised that will cure our cancer.
Either a book that wants to tell us how to eat to prevent, or cure if you already have cancer, for only 49.95, or websites that claim that eating this fruit or that herb will do the same. Now I am seeing scams popping up that have similar claims to prevent the covid-19 virus. Please don't fall for this crap! There is…
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My name Dee. How long does it take to get PET scan results. Iam waiting now 9 days.
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Oh No | Just Diagnosed
My husband noticed an enlarged lymph node on the right side of his neck in late January. By mid February, after having an ultrasound, CT, and needle biopsy, we received the diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma. We have since done a PET scan which revealed the tonsils/base of tongue (the most common primary) as the…
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Today is National Doctor's Day - Who is your favorite doctor(s)?
Please post the name of your favorites. We all have some.
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I see a lot of discussion about trying to build your immune system to prevent contracting the virus
Are you taking vitamins or eating anything that is supposed to boost your immune system?
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Do you or someone you know need tuition help for college? Our blog post today has some help.
Today we have a guest blog post from Bea Potter, an education and scholarship expert with help and suggestions. Her post "10 Scholarships That Cancer Survivors Can Apply For" can be seen on our blog page here>> https://bit.ly/39yRJLj
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Bladder cancer
Ive found out my stage IV regional prostate cancer has moved to my bladder. I have 3 lymph nodes involved and now my bladder. Has anyone been in a similar situation? I'm wondering if I'm worse now
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Are you "Social"?
"Social distancing" is a phrase we will probably never forget. But that doesn't mean you can't be social online! So, take a look at our social pages listed below and please share them, help us get more social! Facebook>> http://bit.ly/2aurqLL Twitter>> http://bit.ly/11K4xDO Instagram>> http://bit.ly/1pF5yh0 Pinterest>>…
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WhatNexters in the New York Metro, Tri-state area.
Would love to hear from any of our friends in the new epicenter. Hope you're doing OK. I'm a New Yorker but at night I can see the light in the sky over Montreal so about as far away from the city as I can be and still be in the same state. Nevertheless, thinking of you all and really concerned for your welfare..
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Boost your immune system? This doctor says we can.
Doctor's Note: Can you boost your immune system? A doctor explains how our immune systems work and what we can do to help them function normally. In the current climate, health is on everyone's minds and we are all thinking "How can I avoid catching the coronavirus?" We are washing our hands incessantly, standing two…
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How is the general public reacting to this pandemic in your area?
What we are seeing is so many of the younger people are not paying attention to this and don't think it's a big deal. They are infecting others and making this worse I'm afraid.
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Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
I went for my second chemo last Tuesday, 3/24. As the medical center is only allowing patients in the treatment room, the entire place was quiet with few people around. So far, I am managing my side effects (nausea, constipation/diarrhea) without medication, but using ginger, prune juice, and the BRAT diet.
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Do you feel like music helps you get through this? The cancer, not the other thing going on right no
I've always been a musical person, I play guitar and listen deeply and inquisitively to all types of music. Sometimes the lyrics lift me up, other times I can disappear into the song listening to how the different instruments are being played. It's sort of an escape for me while I'm sitting in the chair. What about you?
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Oh No | Just Diagnosed
Being CLL and the generally good prognosis, I'm calm, but now I feel like I am cursed with a cloud over my head for the rest of my life.
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What does your treatment facility look like during all of this?
I went in for treatment yesterday and was shocked at how the place reminded me of one of those movies where the whole world is dying off due to some disease. I guess life is imitating art in this case. A checkpoint to get inside the facility at the front door, followed by a trip down a hallway. Everyone is wearing full…
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What type of procedure or surgery/treatment have you had canceled because of this virus?
I am back in treatment for a relapse and need a biopsy and possibly a portion of my lung taken out. I am being treated at a large facility that is almost closed. There are arguments going on about what is considered "elective".
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Procedure or Surgery | Ultrasound, CT, PET scan, interventional radiology needle biopsy
Ultrasounds and CT were as expected- quick and easy. The second needle biopsy had to be CT guided with an interventional radiologist due to the lymph node being located right behind his carotid, and the procedure lasted about an hour. He reported minimal discomfort after the procedure. The PET scan took about 2 hours, and…
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Is all of the coronavirus overload of information making you freak out? Have you run out to see if y
Our blog post today is meant to steer your mind away from it and hopefully calm that last frazzled nerve. Ms. Jane has put together a good one for us, take a look at it here>> http://bit.ly/2QqrP5A
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I have just been diagnosed, I am trying to make long range plans for our family, assuming this runs
My doctors have said that this doesn't appear to be anything they can't control. That is assuming nothing goes wrong during this process. My question is how long has it taken most of you from the time of diagnosis to the point of having your last treatment? I am taking a giant leap of faith in assuming that there won't be…
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Why are we "social distancing"? This article explains one woman's view of it, but it could be any of
'I’m An Immunocompromised Terminal Cancer Patient. You Are Social Distancing For Me' Rachel Bradbury is a mother of three who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at age 41. My name is Rachel Bradbury and I’m a wife, mother of three, and volunteer worker living in Houston, Texas. Four years ago, at the age of 41, I went in…
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My doctor started me on thyroid medicine a couple years ago.
Lately, it has been increased twice. After the last time, I seem to not be sleeping well. Does anyone have issues sleeping while on thyroid meds?
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Do you need a project while you're isolated? Our blog post today has some ideas.
Destress your life by decluttering. Read our blog post here>> https://bit.ly/33Nra3N
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My treatment facility has just informed me that someone that works there tested positive.
Has this happened at any of your clinics?
