Lymphoma - it can happen to me - and did

taffy19 · Sep 22, 2012

Everyone is so kind here and it does help a lot. It is scary to face these treatments but a lot of friends and relatives from the TUG members here seem to have won this battle so there is hope.

Since you are a fighter too and have a positive attitude as well, I feel confident that you will get better, Ellen.

Hugs and good vibes from CA. Stay strong and keep us informed.

heathpack · Sep 22, 2012

So sorry to hear this. My best to you!

H

KCI · Sep 22, 2012

Praying for you...keep strong....

Patri · Sep 22, 2012

That fall was fortuitous, so your case got diagnosed sooner. Prayers for you, and your family, as you go through this together.

Quilter · Sep 22, 2012

Put me in the TUGhugs line. Will be praying for you. Love your perky attitude.

Suzzanne

pjrose · Sep 22, 2012

Oh Ellen, not another trial for you to go through. You WILL beat it, with your attitude and lots of hugs and good wishes from friends, including TUGgers!

{HUGS}
PJ

LisaH · Sep 23, 2012

Oh Ellen, what a year you have been through and yet you still have such a positive attitude. Please state strong and you will beat this disease. The treatment for lymphoma has come a long way in the past decade and the odds of winning this battle are getting better than ever.

MuranoJo · Sep 23, 2012

Ellen,
I'm wishing you the best through this.
Your spunk (I can't resist reading your posts) will get you through. And you will get through.

SueDonJ · Sep 23, 2012

Oh Ellen, what awful news. I'm sorry to hear it. Good thoughts for you and your family as you wander this new road. Be good, take care of yourself.

rickandcindy23 · Sep 23, 2012

Ellen, my prayers go out to you this morning--this beautiful Sunday morning. You really have had more than your share. You handle everything that comes your way with such grace.

GetawaysRus · Sep 23, 2012

Assuming your doctor is right (that you really do have a lymphoma and not some other problem), you first need a diagnosis. (If they are seeing enlarged lymph nodes, not every enlarged node is lymphoma.)

Lymphoma is common, and there are many different types of lymphomas. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphomas (NHL) are far more common than Hodgkin's, B cell tumors are more common than T cell lymphomas.

A decent starting point:
http://www.cll-nhl.com/2012/08/making-sense-of-all-different-lymphomas.html

capjak · Sep 23, 2012

My Prayers are with you.

Please get a second and third opinion from the best doctors you can find.

pianodinosaur · Sep 23, 2012

Dear Ellen:

Our prayers are with you. DW and I returned from a European tour in October 1992. Shortly after our return, DW developed a painful lump in the right axilla. It was metastatic breast cancer. Her mother developed a Non Hodgkins lymphoma in 1999. Both DW and her mother are doing very well.

We joined HGVC in 2001. I have had the pleasure of treating my wife and her mother to three cruises and four timeshare vacations using HGVC points. I am certain that you will have a good response to chemotherapy and that you will have many good times to enjoy.

Best wishes,

Pianodinosaur

GetawaysRus · Sep 23, 2012

pianodinosaur said:
I am certain that you will have a good response to chemotherapy and that you will have many good times to enjoy.

Everyone on TUG means well, but don't assume that you will need traditional chemotherapy. Get a diagnosis first from a biopsy.

Hodgkin's is usually treated with chemo. But for some forms of Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, there's a chance that you might not need treatment initially. And there is also a possibility that even if treatment is needed, it might be immunotherapy rather than chemo. Monoclonal antibody therapy has dramatically changed how NHL is treated.

andrea t · Sep 23, 2012

Hi Ellen...You're a strong woman and you'll beat this. Keep the faith. Sending prayers your way....Andrea

Tia · Sep 23, 2012

Positive thoughts and prayers sent your way

glypnirsgirl · Sep 23, 2012

Ellen - May your family and friends support you and your strength and faith sustain you.

I wish you the best in overcoming this obstable.

elaine

Karen G · Sep 23, 2012

timeos2 said:
Ellen -

So sorry to hear of this latest challenge. Positive attitude and a good fight are the best weapons. You are in our prayers.

Can't say it any better than that!

Zac495 · Sep 24, 2012

Thank you!

Every one of your messages warmed my heart so much. The biopsy is tomorrow. I'm scared,but I'm determined. THere are too many places to visit on this earth before I go - and besides, my kids need me. THEREFORE, I WILL WIN!!!!!

I will update. You have no idea what you all mean to me.
Love,
Ellen

lamb · Sep 24, 2012

Wishing you the very best as you determine the next steps towards your success in this health battle. Keep positive and remember that it's OK to lean on someone for additional strength.

GetawaysRus · Sep 24, 2012

Bookmark this site - you'll want to come back to it later:

http://www.lymphomation.org/

joyzilli · Sep 24, 2012

Good luck tomorrow, Ellen....you have a great attitude....you will beat this!!

pammex · Sep 25, 2012

Ellen, I am so sorry you are having to go thru this. Good luck tomorrow on the biopsy and keep us informed, and talk ,and keep talking, it helps and lets all the stress out and the tears if so needed. Be kind to yourself and realize you wil have ups and downs and that is okay...we are all here for you and praying for you.

You might recall I am a breast Cancer Survivor, 3 years now.....has been a rocky 3 years filled with complications but I am a Survivor...and here on TUG , and Timeshare Forums and other sites is how I got thru my journey. I never would have made it without all the wonderful folks on here and the other sites...so I thank them all..including you as I recall you sending me prayers and such. Feel free at any time to PM me, I am here if you need to chat.

You go girl....sock it to Lymphoma....put it in remision...you can do it! :cheer:

luvsvacation22 · Sep 25, 2012

Ellen, keeping you in prayer today as you undergo the biopsy. Praying the Lord will be a shield around you and give you strength, peace and complete healing.

EileenSRN · Sep 25, 2012

Ellen,
You've been added to my prayer list! My husband had the benefit of hundreds of prayer warriors to give him extra time. I know prayers work almost as much as attitude. That positive attitude will go a long way.
Eileen

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