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My Dog Has Lymphoma
Asked by W.S. from Los Angeles
on September 13, 2011
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Hi Moms
My dog is 13 yrs old, she is like a child to us.
Watching her being sick is painful. Please forgive me post this question.
She was diagnosed about 5 weeks ...
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- If she has lymphoma, the prednisone is only pallitative (sp? -sorry) therapy and the effects are only temporary - what you are describing is very typical and unfortuna...
- I'm so sorry your family and your dog have to go through this. I lost my cat (16YO) 3 years ago to age/cancer/organ failure. I wish I would have asked the vet point-bl...
- I am so sorry for your dog not feeling well. Unfortunately Lymphoma can offer a poor prognosis. With Chemotherapy some dogs may go into remission and live upwards fo...
Seeking Guidance About Partner and Hodgkins Lymphoma
Asked by T.S. from Dallas
on August 21, 2008
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I need some information and opinions on what I should do. My partner has been experiencing a lot of changes in her body. Here is a list of things that have been noti...
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- Nights sweats and a persistant cough are VERY common symptoms. My husband is an oncology pharmacist and a coworker's spouse has lymphoma(it's VERY rare, but he actual...
- You gave the best advice. Get her to the dr. as quickly as you can.
- Hi T., you have also listed many of the symptoms of hypothyroidism which is VERY common in women of child bearing age. I'm sure her doctor will do a blood test to chec...
Wife of Hodgkins Lymphoma Survivor - Possible Relapse
Asked by R.F. from Los Angeles
on May 26, 2009
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Hello,
My husband had Hodgkins Lymphoma when he was 24 years old. He was diagnosed in stage 3B. He underwent chemo and radiation for a year. He went into remission an...
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- This is a time where you should reach out to friends and family for help. Even if they can only drop off a dinner. Let them know EXACTLY wht you need help. If they can...
- I am so sorry. Big hugs going your way. (((()))) God will get you through this. I know it is hard, but try to lean on your faith. I have never been throught the s...
- God Bless you and your family. You are in my prayers. You will all get through this. Stay vigilant and know that God will give you the strength. Be sure to ask peo...
Friend Starting Chemo Friday for Lymphoma
Asked by K.B. from Denver
on May 7, 2010
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My closest childhood friend who lives on the East coast will start chemo and have treatments until mid August and then possibly radiation. Even though thankfully she ...
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- I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in March of 2007. It is not the same as lymphoma but cancer still. I wrote this response to another mom in 2009 but thought I could ...
- A few ideas for you! Send her fun cards regularly thru her battle Find a local cleaning service to help her out with housework. I have had several friends bat...
- My ex-MIL (whom I still love dearly) went through chemo for lymphoma a year ago. One thing her sister did for her was give her some personalized sweaters and sweatshir...
My Worst Fear Is Coming True
Asked by H.T. from Hartford
on June 19, 2010
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Hi, I am just about 11 weeks pregnant, I was diagnosed with non hodgkins lymphoma last June and finished my chemotherapy in November. I just found out that my lymphoma...
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- Its hard....but...please be positive. I think you will have this baby. I think you will be alright. I dont know why I think this...I just do.
- I am so sorry you are faced with such tough decisions. My suggestion would be get a second and/or a third opinion. Visit with another oncologist and seek out a high...
- I just wanted to say how sorry I am. Any decision you make will be the right one!
Cancer Diagnosis: Helping a 3 Year Understand Cancer
Asked by K.H. from Johnson City
on August 11, 2010
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Hello!! My mom was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 Lymphoma. She is undergoing Chemotherapy treatments presently. As of yesterday my mothers mission to gain red hair i...
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- At 3, your daughter isn't able to understand cancer. I'm 65, and a 7 year survivor of cancer and am not sure I understand it either. I agree with the way KansasMom d...
- There are some books written for children explaining cancer and cancer treatment side effects. I can't remember the title of one that I was told about when i was diag...
- I remember when I was a little girl my grandpa, who was my best friend at the time, had cancer. But my whole family kept telling me that he was sick because the doctor...
No Menstrual Cycle for 2 Years
Asked by K.D. from New York
on January 31, 2007
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I am a 29 yo cancer survivor. I went through a very strong dose of chemo to get rid of Hodgkin's lymphoma from 12-04 till 5-05. I was given a shot to put my ovaries to...
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- K., When I was 21 I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Disease. I was treated from December 96 until July 97...relapsed and underwent Stem Cell Replacement therapy from N...
- K., Talk to your OB/GYN. I know some women who have PCOS, and that can cause really long cycles, or no cycles. They can do a trigger shot (progesterone, I think),...
- I do not have any advice for you. Just wanted to say God Bless and be strong!
Pregnancy After Chemotherapy
Asked by H.T. from Hartford
on May 13, 2010
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I was diagnosed with non hodgkins lymphoma last June, I underwent surgery to remove one ovary and chemotherapy. I finished my treatment in November. Previous to gettin...
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- Two of my step sisters went through chemo and beat cancer I believe it was non Hodgkins lymphoma (but not 100% sure). They both did chemo though before they had kids....
- Your post is really interesting for me because I went through 5 months of chemo for Hodgkins almost 2 years ago. Much different chemo regimens (you were probably on C...
- My daughter went through non-hodgkins lymphoma and chemo also. She was told that her chemo would make her sterile. About a year after finishing chemo - surprise, sh...
2 Year Old Swollen Lympnode After MMR Shots
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on August 18, 2011
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My son got his MMR shot 8 days ago. Yesterday a nickel sized lump appeared behind his ear. He has no other symptoms of anything. It was after 8PM when I notices so ...
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- When I was a teenager I had one lymph node behind my ear swell up and it took months to go down, maybe even over a year (I forgot to keep checking after a while). I w...
- My daughter had those about the same age. Give it a week. If it doesn't go away, go to his ped.
- You went to QuickCare and the doctor told you it's likely caused by a virus. Lymphoma is a rare disease. I would not make the leap from a virus to lymphoma. Relax. ...
How to Help My Husband Deal with His Sisters Cancer
Asked by S.A. from Cheyenne
on January 22, 2010
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Once agin I turn to you wise woman to help me out with a family problem. a few years ago we where all shocked to find out that my sister-in-law has nonhodgkins Lymphom...
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- At first you wont want to talk about,because it hurts to much, but after a while try bringing up all the good things about her, the funny things. And over time you mig...
- I'm sorry to hear this. I don't know have personal experience with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. But I would suggest that you just be there for your husband. He will need ...
- I've done a lot of work with LLS, they are a tremendous organization. I'd suggest starting here: http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=4221 they can help...
