Which aspect of your blood cancer treatment journey has presented the biggest challenge?1. Managing treatment side effects and their impact on daily life? 2. Navigating the complexities of treatment options and decisions? 3. Coping with the emotional and psychological toll of treatment?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesCopingTips & AdviceTreatment
Has Anyone Minimized Your Diagnosis? Have you ever felt like someone has minimized your cancer experience? How so? How did you respond?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments34 repliesTips & AdviceIntimacy & RelationshipsFriends & Family
Tips for Managing FatigueCancer-related fatigue is a common challenge. If you've faced it, we'd like to hear your tips: -How do you manage cancer-related fatigue? -Share strategies or resources that have helped. -Any...Reactions 0 reactions Comments71 repliesSide EffectsTips & AdviceFatigue
Try to find ways to cope..Taking jakifi is a wonder medicine he feels so much better...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTips & AdviceCopingCaregivers
FeaturedSelf-Care While Living With Blood CancerIn this forum, we'd love to hear from those who have faced the unique challenges of living with blood cancer. How do you prioritize self-care amidst the complexities of your...Reactions 0 reactions Comments73 repliesMental HealthTips & AdviceCoping
Which lifestyle change has had the most positive impact on managing your blood cancer?1. Regular exercise and physical activity 2. Adopting a balanced and nutritious diet 3. Prioritizing stress-reducing activities like meditation or yoga Something else? Share what has been most impactful for...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
FeaturedConnect, Support, and Share Experiences with fellow MDS WarriorsLiving with Myelodysplastic Syndromes can be challenging, but you're not alone on this journey. We're here to listen and support each other through the ups and downs of living with...Reactions 0 reactions Comments35 repliesCopingTips & AdviceMDS
Medical GaslightingHave you ever been gaslit by your doctor or healthcare team? How did it make you feel and what did you do about it?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesTips & Advice
How do you respond to unwanted advice? As a person living with cancer, you may receive unsolicited and even unwanted advice from friends, family, and strangers. It might sound like no big deal to some, but it...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesTips & AdviceFriends & Family
Your Fitness Go-To...Hope the year is starting well for you. Many people hop on the exercise bandwagon in the first part of the year. What is your favorite exercise? For me, I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesCopingExerciseTips & Advice