When Cancer Does Not Bring Family CloserWhen I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, I hoped that the disease that was damaging my body would also heal some strained...reactions35comments
Starting Chemotherapy: A ComicYou've been diagnosed with blood cancer. What comes next? Usually, it's treatment. There are many different treatments for blood cancer, one of...reactions22comments
Who Me? Feeling Overwhelmed?Cancer affects each of us with a range of feelings and emotions that may change daily, hourly, and even from minute to...reactions2comments
The Emotional Journey Of Cancer - Managing the Ups and DownsMany cancer patients experience psychological and emotional issues after their diagnosis. The mix of reactions includes a wide range of feelings that...reactions8comments
Building A Cozy Self-Care NestBirds have the inner knowledge to build a nest to protect themselves and their children from things that can harm them. We...reactions26comments
Cancer Holiday Survival GuideThe Holidays with cancer. Of course, that’s a phrase no one wants to hear. Or say. Or even read, but for those...reactions42comments
Multiple Myeloma and StatusI was very sad to hear of the passing of General Colin Powell in 2021. His death was reported was due to...reactions10comments
Breaking Through the Daze of Disbelief to Ask QuestionsI was first diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia seven years ago. My first visit with the CML specialist lasted for three hours.I...reactions13comments
Gallows Humor: Poking Fun at CancerI admit to being a little dark. Not my hair, but my humor. Ten years of chemotherapy and sometimes all I need...reactions71comments
Fingers, Toes, and NailsWhen considering the possible side effects of chemotherapy and blood cancer, one of the first concerns, especially for women and some men...reactions15comments
My Diagnosis StoryMy family has had a lot of cancer. My Mom, Dad, both sets of grandparents, and an aunt have all had a...reactions8comments
Cancer is Not What You ThinkBefore May 2, 2011, cancer was a giant mystery to me. I can't recall anyone in my family having cancer. My impression of...reactions26comments
You Are a Survivor!One of the first terms I heard when I was first diagnosed with blood cancer was about "Survivorship."It doesn't take long before...reactions41comments
How Do You Cope During Blood Cancer Setbacks?I’ve shut myself away for the last several weeks and that can be a good thing—or not.My eight-year journey with chronic myeloid...reactions17comments
Who Is In Your Support System?Sometimes the support you find when diagnosed with blood cancer comes from unexpected places.Nine years ago, it was unchartered territory for me...reactions5comments
Maneuvering the Potholes of Blood CancerHaving blood cancer is like driving down a road full of potholes.First of all, you have to make sure all these dips...reactions8comments
What Are You Supposed To Do When You DON'T Have a Support System?Anyone who reads articles on our site here at Blood-Cancer.com probably sees a lot of recurring themes. One is how important support...reactions3comments
The Hardest Person To Forgive Is MyselfLately, I’ve been having to work on not holding grudges. I never used to; at least, I don’t believe I did. But...reactions2comments
Memory InsecurityMy memory has always been great….well, okay, my long-term memory. I can't remember the short term, ironically. But anyway, it's definitely gotten...reactions16comments
Failed Treatments Lead To CAR T TrialAfter years of going through scanxiety, I have finally graduated to labxiety, transitioning from bi-annual scans to just having labs. I am...reactions14comments
