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Marina’s Stage 4 BRCA1+ Ovarian Cancer Story
Marina A., Ovarian Cancer, Stage 4, BRCA1+ Symptoms: Bloating, abdominal pain, heartburn, fatigue, chest pain Treatments: Chemotherapy, upcoming surgeries (radical hysterectomy & splenectomy), possible HIPEC, PARP inhibitors (future plan)
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Nolan’s Stage 4 Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) Story
Nolan W., T-Cell/Histiocyte-Rich Large B-Cell Lymphoma (T/HRBCL), Stage 4 Symptoms: Debilitating fatigue, flu-like symptoms without a fever, swollen lymph node under the left arm Treatments: Chemotherapy (R-EPOCH & RICE), bone marrow transplant
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Amanda’s Stage 4 Hodgkin Lymphoma Story
Amanda P., Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Stage 4 Symptoms: Intense itching (no rash), bruising from scratching, fever, swollen lymph node near the hip, severe fatigue, back pain, pallor Treatments: Chemotherapy (A+AVD), Neulasta
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Courtney’s Stage 3C High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer Story
Courtney H., High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer, Stage 3C, BRCA1+ Symptoms: Noticeable body changes, fatigue and frequent napping, random abdominal pain, severe constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss Treatments: Chemotherapy (carboplatin & paclitaxel), PARP inhibitor (olaparib), surgery (interval debulking, thoracoscopic thymectomy)
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Jessica’s Stage 4 BRAF Mutation Colon Cancer Story
Jessica T., Colon Cancer, BRAF+, Stage 4 (Metastatic) Symptoms: Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting, anemia (discovered later) Treatments: Surgery (hemicolectomy), chemotherapy
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Paul’s Stage 3 Rectal Cancer Story
Paul K., Rectal Cancer, Stage 3 Symptoms: Frequent bowel movements, loose stools, blood spotting in stool Treatments: Chemotherapy (CAPOX), radiation, upcoming surgery (colon resection)
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Partner with Your Oncologist for Better Multiple Myeloma Care
Partner with Your Oncologist for Better Multiple Myeloma Care Myeloma patient advocate Cyndie Dunlap and her doctor Dr. James Berenson discuss what makes their patient-doctor teamwork truly effective.
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Building Bonds Episode 1: Patient-Doctor Partnerships for Better Waldenström Care
Building Bonds Episode 1: Patient-Doctor Partnerships for Better Waldenström Care Dr. Shayna Sarosiek and Waldenström macroglobulinemia patient advocate Jason Euzukonis discuss what makes their patient-doctor teamwork truly effective.
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Caitlyn’s Stage 4 Melanoma Story
Caitlyn M., Melanoma, Stage 4 Symptoms: Severe pain on the side pain that worsened over time, pelvic pain and a feeling of pressure resembling labor, swollen lymph node on the cheek Treatments: Multiple surgeries to remove tumors, targeted therapy (Opdualag/nivolumab and relatlimab-rmbw)
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Melinda’s Stage 4 Rare Adrenal Cancer Story
Melinda N., Adrenal Cancer, Stage 4 Symptoms: Swelling in the face, stomach, hands, and feet, high blood pressure, acne on back and chest, itchy and tingling tongue, burning in the eyes with discharge, hair loss on the head, hair growth on upper lip and chin, bloating and stomach pain, food aversions, easy bruising, slow healing,…
