Get a Second OpinionI could go on and on about my first kidney doctor. But I am trying to my blood pressure down, so I’ll...reactions9comments
My Back Is BackHonestly, I’m unsure where I left things off regarding writing about my back. To summarize, I’ve been dealing with a bad back...reactionscomments
Me and the VikingsShortly after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma on May 2, 2011, I started my blog, "MattvsMyeloma", as a way of letting family...reactionscomments
Preparing For Chemo - A GuideChemo. It’s a scary word, almost as scary as “cancer,” or “unauthorized charge on your credit card.” Chemo, though, is a necessary...reactions4comments
You Only Live OnceI’ve had the opportunity to take part in some amazing experiences while and after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma a decade plus...reactions10comments
Walking for Exercise With CancerI never thought I would count myself as one of “the walkers,” the legion of exercisers who blaze sidewalks and trails to...reactions8comments
Community Views: Advice for Someone Newly DiagnosedBlood-Cancer.com has a forum in which members of the community share their thoughts and ask advice from others living with blood cancer...reactionscomments
Considerations When Sharing Your Cancer DiagnosisWhen or if to share your blood cancer diagnosis is an extremely personal decision, and there is no wrong answer for patients...reactions6comments
Using Values to Navigate Life Transitions After a Cancer DiagnosisA cancer diagnosis is a definitive change catalyst. After receiving their news, patients often find their lives bouncing through tumultuous change, particularly...reactionscomments
From Cancer Coming A-Calling to Cancer Becoming a CallingWhen cancer first came calling, I wasn’t quite sure how to react or respond. It took a few months, but now I...reactionscomments
Coping When Myeloma Keeps Letting You Know It’s ThereAs every patient can tell you, coping with a cancer diagnosis isn’t easy. In fact, for me, trying to cope with cancer...reactions5comments
Life of a SurvivorLife as a survivor for most may still include a busy day with the exception of having cancer. There we go with...reactions6comments
Weight for It...So I’ve always maintained a petite statute for a good part of my life. However, during my time with multiple myeloma, let’s...reactions9comments
Strength...What's That?Sometimes, I have to remind myself exactly what is strength and why is it so important for our care and getting through...reactions9comments
Oh My Aching Bones...What the…!!! How can I be in remission with ridiculous bone pain?!! What now is happening in my life?! This isn’t my...reactions5comments
Coping with Cancer StressI have read that some oncologists compare a cancer diagnosis to post-traumatic disorder (PTSD). When you get the news, it is common...reactions9comments
I Am Turning Into My Grandmother!"The kids are driving me nuts!" I overheard my grandmother say to her sister Zola. "What did we do?" I whispered to...reactions13comments
Miss Connely's Rules for Cancer Manners"Is that nice to say?" I would often ask my students. You can think anything you want but think about it before you...reactions51comments
Courtesy Rules for Cancer Patients"Oh, you look so tired!" Hee hee hee! Bless your heart!" My coworker often said to me on Fridays. At times, I...reactions32comments
What Friends Should Know About My MDS JourneyI was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) in 2017. Yes, it's a real thing. I've always thought it sounded like something from...reactions8comments
