Active todayHow do you describe your pain? How do you describe your pain? What do you do to manage it? Is it better or worse than when you were first diagnosed?...reactions20repliesSymptomsSide EffectsCoping
Active 5 days agoFinding Support in Unexpected PlacesSometimes, support comes from places we least expect—whether it's a casual acquaintance, an online community, or a new hobby that brings you peace. Have you found support in an unexpected...reactions6repliesCopingFriends & FamilyMental Health
Active 8 days agoHandling Anxiety and CancerThere are no easy fixes when it comes to how to feel with blood cancer. What have been some of your coping mechanisms? I personally don't dread in it too...reactions41repliesAwarenessCopingDepression
In what way has your blood cancer diagnosis changed you the most?I have changed in that I make stronger attempts at taking care of myself physically, mentally and spiritually. I still am not perfect, but I am so much more aware...reactions45repliesAwarenessCopingTravel
"I feel like no one understands how I feel."Do you feel that your friends and family understand what you are going through?...reactions29repliesCopingFriends & Family
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...reactions42repliesTips & AdviceCopingMDS
How has blood cancer affected your self confidence?Blood cancer can have a big impact on us emotionally. How has it affected your self confidence? Tell us below....reactions3repliesCoping
Supportive PetsDo you have a pet-hero who has helped you cope with your blood-cancer? How have they helped you? Share their story and upload their picture....reactions16repliesFriends & FamilyCoping
DO You have trouble with people saying 'OMG, YOU DONT LOOK LIKE YOU HAVE CANCER"I have been diagnosed with Leukemia since 2012. It was REALLY hard at the beginning, mental, physically, emotionally. I am still on medication for it. When i tell people ...reactions13repliesCopingDiagnosisLeukemia
cbc blood test results todayI am feeling happy - all my blood numbers are in "normal" range, my doctor is suspending chemo injections (vidaza) -and going to watch and wait to see what the...reactions3repliesCopingFatigueSymptoms