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I have always had scans every 6 weeks, for the last 4 years. There is something reassuring about such frequent scans - at least I know it's not sneaking up on me. The downside is the frequent scaniety. Because of knee and feet pain, this 6 weeks also included a bone scan. So last week I got the result of the bone scan and normal CT scan. CT scan continued to show stable, so I continued with my 10th dose of alimita.
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on the 30th may my boyfriend was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. He started his Chemo the day after his 21st and has just finished round 2. in a few weeks he will get all his tests done again and then hopefully told how many more chemo rounds he need and how much radiation is needed. its been hard this year we both had are 21st birthdays and neither of us felt like celebrating them.
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Hi, I’m Phil. I am in my early 50s and have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. After surgery and radiation therapy I have been informed that the cancer has spread to my lymphatic system and there is no treatment. My condition is terminal. I am writing this blog in the hope that my experience may assist others in a similar situation. I have other articles on my blog "philblog100.wordpress.com". Nothing in this blog should be considered as advice. Everyone is different and needs specialist advice tailored to their individual circumstances.
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I saved this blog I wrote along with some others because I wasn't ready to let them go. Although it has been a while since I have posted anything to you guys I hope you enjoy. http://www.thecancerstory.com/2013/08/released-archive-session-1-not-enough.html
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Hi has anyone heard about a tablet you put on the inside of your mouth on your cheek and it helps with saliva its called XYLIMELTS I think its something herbal but not sure I am reaching for anything that will help Brian with the dry mouth Thanks marshie
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My poem The c word is something everyone fears to hear Visits to the dr Tests, scans and hours waiting in a chair Everyone is someone dear I always wonder how the dr feels when he delivers the bad news Shock and hopelessness Surely that's not me who has that c disease That's what other people have How, why and now my life has changed forever in that split second All that I know and do and believe Who can rid me of this hurt- I just want it to go away I have to tell my family and this is the hardest part I pick up the phone and dial
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