Follicular Lymphoma: Strange Guilt...People who know me have heard me say this a lot: cancer is an emotional disease as much as it is a...reactions7comments
Online Dating in the Cancer Age...So, as many of you know, I’m single now, and sort-of, kind-of, searching for a new relationship. I’m not going at it...reactions5comments
Michael Padjen...Mike was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in July, 2017, just 2 weeks shy of his 60th birthday. He had no idea there...
As a Cancer Survivor, Can I Make Plans for the Future?...We have experienced many challenges in our “battle” to deal with cancer. So, what is next as a cancer survivor? I personally...reactions2comments
National Family Caregivers Month 2018: Caregiving Around the Clock...November is National Family Caregivers Month and we want to honor the caregivers of our community who make sacrifices to provide their...reactions8repliesCaregivers
A Cancer Survivor’s Q&A With Her Mom...I am so grateful to be this lady’s daughter and to learn from her each other every day. Our struggles and happiness...reactions2comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Each year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
After Buildup, Stem Cell Transplant Anticlimactic...It is natural for leukemia patients to worry about an upcoming stem cell transplant. I worried plenty. The whole concept was momentous...reactionscomments
Fighting Duvet Days Instead of Allowing Them...I rarely feel like an ill person. Well, unless I have a cold but that only happens once or twice a year...reactions2comments
Has anyone had bowel problems after stem cell transplant?...I post stem cell transplant but I still have lots of semi formed bowel movements. My dr says keep.taking immodium. Anyone have...reactions2replies
Running Away from Cancer...I have never loved running. In fact I’ve always dreaded it. For the longest time, a run consisted of slowly jogging a...reactions5comments
Dental Health While Undergoing Chemotherapy...Did you know that chemotherapy can affect your dental health? I only now realized the impact of chemotherapy on the health of...reactions3comments
The Reality of Life as a Caregiver...November is National Family Caregivers Month, and we are recognizing all caregivers who have supported loved ones who have blood cancer. To...reactions5comments
Finding Financial Assistance for Cancer Patients...The rising cost of cancer drugs and care often imposes a significant financial burden on cancer patients and their families. Even for...reactions2comments
Better Living Through Modern Chemo-stry...Almost everyone in the world has heard that word, “chemo.” Even if you don’t know anyone with cancer, have never had cancer...reactionscomments
Join us on Instagram!...Did you know that you can find the Blood-Cancer.com community on Instagram? We're excited to continue sharing the same great information about...reactionscomments
Starting Conversations: Advanced Directives...For some, starting conversations regarding end of life care can be very difficult. When is the right time to start that conversation?...reactions9replies
Halloween Costumes to Embrace the Bald!...Halloween is around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a Halloween costume! While you can have a lot of...reactions1comment
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & Responsibilities...Informed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
A Life-Changing Moment...Hello, I am 53 and was surprised when I was told in the early part of 2014 that I had Multiple Myeloma...reactions7comments
