Which treatment side effects have had the biggest impact on your confidence?-Physical changes (e.g., hair loss, weight changes) -Emotional challenges (e.g., anxiety, depression) -Lifestyle impacts (e.g., fatigue, mobility issues) -Other...reactions21repliesSide EffectsSymptomsNewly Diagnosed
What's one piece of advice you would give to someone newly diagnosed with blood cancer? Share your advice below!...reactions152repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & AdviceDiagnosis
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Blood Cancer...and the now whatWhat was one of the first things you did upon receiving your blood cancer diagnosis? Do Share...reactions13repliesDiagnosisCopingNewly Diagnosed
What coping strategies have been most effective for you in managing life with blood cancer?Questions to help get the conversation started: "How do you maintain a positive outlook during challenging moments in your blood cancer journey?" "Have you found any specific activities or hobbies...reactions15repliesCopingNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
What's the most helpful advice you've received?What has been the most helpful advice you've received since your blood cancer diagnosis?...reactions1replyTips & AdviceNewly DiagnosedAwareness
Second OpinionsHave you ever sought a second opinion about your diagnosis or treatment? What led you to make that decision, and how did it impact your healthcare journey?...reactions13repliesTips & AdviceNewly DiagnosedHealthcare Team
Block or CopeA diagnosis is some serious business and a lot to get through in processing. How do or have you processed it all and everything that is entailed? Have you blocked...reactionsrepliesCopingDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
What else do I have beside blood-cancer..Polycythemia vera, Hemochromatosis, PFO Stage III, with highly mobile aneurysm, Bels Palsy, Lichen Planus, Hypoglycemia. Hematologist treating with phlebotomies once monthly.Going thru anxiety, depression and major fatigue. Does anyone have similar ???...reactions3repliesNewly DiagnosedDiagnosisFatigue
How do you balance being informed VS overwhelmed? How do you navigate the balance between staying informed about your condition and avoiding overwhelming yourself with medical information or statistics?...reactions15repliesTips & AdviceNewly Diagnosed