Finding Peace with Blood CancerUpon learning I needed to undergo chemotherapy to treat a case of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, I discovered a typical treatment could take between...reactionscomments
My Family History with LymphomaWhen I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, I didn’t think I knew anyone that had this cancer, let alone someone in my...reactions15comments
Facing The Mental Side of Blood CancerWhen you go through a blood cancer diagnosis and its many treatments, such as I have with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, it is very...reactions6comments
How Comic Book Heroes Saved Me Through My Cancer TreatmentsSuperheroes are great, aren’t they? With their flashy costumes and exciting story arcs, most of us love to read or watch Superheroes...reactions20comments
Being Alone at Times with Blood CancerLet’s see 79 years, 7 months, and 11 days ago as of this writing at exactly 12:45 PM on a bright sunny...reactions14comments
Dealing with Difficult People: Drama Mamas and TrollsI recently asked my oncologist if my low blood levels caused my irritability. She said, "Cancer makes your body tired, and your...reactions6comments
Back At It - Doctor's AppointmentsA long time again, in July 2017 (wait…was it 2016? Oh geez, the years are blending into one big blob), nonetheless, a...reactions4comments
Scan, Scan, Everywhere a Scan2019 has been the year of the scan for me. I’ve had 3 MRIs, several x rays and one PET/CT scan since...reactions7comments
Decisions, DecisionsHi. My name is Matt. I’m a Libra. I’m a multiple myeloma patient. I like the Minnesota Vikings, dogs, hiking, swimming pools...reactions7comments
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...reactions6comments
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
Others May Not “See” It. But I Feel It.During Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go...reactions3comments
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...reactions10comments
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
Common Misconceptions About Cancer PatientsA person's experience with blood cancer is unique to them. In my 7 years of survivorship and working in the cancer space...reactions14comments
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
