When Someone Doesn't Believe You Have Cancer..."I'll believe it when I see it!" We have all heard this statement. Unfortunately, some have heard it from loved ones while facing blood cancer. How sad is that? No... By Leya Elijah-Lyle2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What were your first signs/symptoms of your blood cancer?...And how long do you think you had it before it was diagnosed? I'll admit I'm terrified and eager to hear everyones stores, if they feel comfortable sharing!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesLeukemia
Blood Cancer Chronicles: Book Giveaway - CLOSED...Thank you for participating in the Blood Cancer Chronicles: Book Giveaway! Winners are being selected and will be contacted by email! We're thrilled to give away 4 copies of Ray... By Blood-Cancer.com Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
FeaturedIf you wrote a book about your journey with blood cancer, what would your book title be? ...Share your title below!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments87 repliesAwareness
How to Ward Off the Evil Eye...When I was a reporter at a daily newspaper, I often wrote stories based on press releases that various people and groups sent. Many described upcoming events. We would use... By Ronni Gordon4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Which lifestyle change has had the most positive impact on managing your blood cancer?...1. Regular exercise and physical activity 2. Adopting a balanced and nutritious diet 3. Prioritizing stress-reducing activities like meditation or yoga Something else? Share what has been most impactful for...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Join the Conversation: Popular Forums on Diagnosis, Treatment and More...For several years, the forums section of Blood-Cancer.com has been a place to read conversations, start discussions, and connect with others about living with blood cancer. These forums also have... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eating is Hard...Earlier this week, I started freaking out because I thought I was relapsing. I thought, “No, not now, not again please.” I had been feeling horribly fatigued, to the point... By Katelynn Bauer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Which aspect of your blood cancer treatment journey has presented the biggest challenge?...1. Managing treatment side effects and their impact on daily life? 2. Navigating the complexities of treatment options and decisions? 3. Coping with the emotional and psychological toll of treatment?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesCopingTips & AdviceTreatment
Healing Through Music: A Leukemia Patient's Tale...Dating back to pre-school age, my mom used to tell me she would put a stack of records (dating myself!) on the stereo, sit me down in a rocking chair... By Susan Gonsalves4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Constant Reminders That I Have Cancer...Christmas morning. I was enjoying a relaxing, festive time with my family. My phone buzzed. It was an automated reminder from the cancer hospital. I had an oncologist appointment in... By Bob McEachern3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is ONE Thing Gets You Through The Challenges Every Day?...Blood-Cancer comes with a lot of challenges. I have found that focusing on one thing helps me cope on a daily basis. For me that one thing is being in...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCoping
Juggling Appointments As a Caregiver...Life is busy. Work of course takes up a lot of time, but so do the responsibilities at home like cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc. But what about when a health... By Ann Harper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
FeaturedChemo Prep Tips ...What are your burning questions or best practices to share about prepping for chemotherapy?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments21 repliesTreatmentCopingSide Effects
Blood Cancer … Defusing the Impact...It is not easy to deal with a blood cancer diagnosis or the many treatments that follow. And yes, it is so easy in the middle of treatment to quietly... By Dennis Golden3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Block or Cope...A 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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesDiagnosisNewly DiagnosedCoping
The Power of One Good Thing...I recently enjoyed hearing about the 2023 National Teacher of the Year. Her name is Rebecca Petterson, and she lives in my hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma. We retired teachers are... By Connie Connely3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nk T Cell Non Hodgkins Lymphoma unlikely patient...Hi there, are there any other NK T Cell non Hodgkins lymphoma people out there? I am the very rare patient to match my rare diagnosis: a 35 year old...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesCopingDiagnosisDepression
Birth Control Concerns...This past week, I went to my doctor for an appointment that I thought, for once, wouldn’t have much to do about my past cancer diagnosis. But I underestimated how... By Katelynn Bauer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Has Anyone Minimized Your Diagnosis? ...Have you ever felt like someone has minimized your cancer experience? How so? How did you respond?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments34 repliesTips & AdviceIntimacy & RelationshipsFriends & Family