Why is my skin tender to the touch ever since chemo?At first I thought it was from all the fluid retention, but 2 years after my last chemo my skin is still tender. Anything tight fitting is uncomfortable. From shoes...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSide Effects
What were the signs you had blood cancer?There were no clear, definitive signs for me. Just a blood test....Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesSymptoms
Has anyone ever tried metformin for muscle inflammation?I have a blood cancer and seem to have developed inflammation in most of my muscles. Has anyone ever tried metformin for this?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
How do you deal with sensitive, itchy, rashy skin?I’ve been on daily oral chemotherapy for 8 years. My skin seems to be getting more and more sensitive. It itches, it rashes, it hates synthetic fibers and burns so...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSide Effects
What are the symptoms of blood cancer?What are some symptoms of blood cancer? What is a good test to find out if I have it?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Newly diagnosed with CLL. Should I request a scan?I'm newly diagnosed with CLL. I have high lymphocytes and fatigue. I also have chronic EBV ( mononucleosis keeps reactivating ) due to a suppressed immune system. Also, I have...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesLeukemiaNewly Diagnosed
Status of CBD for Cancer Patients in South DakotaI have had many discussions about CBD legality for cancer patients in various support groups. To help help cancer patients in SD understand the legality of CBD in this state...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
What Are Your Top Standards in Care?My top standards in my care would have to be: Competent oncology teamEasy insurance process to seek better care What are yours?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesHealthcare Team
Remembering Cherie RinekerWe are incredibly saddened to share that Blood-Cancer.com team member Cherie Rineker passed away on October 23, 2019. Cherie had been living with multiple myeloma since 2012. She will be...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesMemory Wall
National Family Caregivers Month 2018: Caregiving Around the ClockNovember is National Family Caregivers Month and we want to honor the caregivers of our community who make sacrifices to provide their loved ones and patients with love and support...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCaregivers