Myeloma- Bortezomib-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (BIPN)

“Peripheral neuropathy is a common and important nonhematologic, dose-limiting adverse effect (for MM) of bortezomib-based chemotherapy…” From ’94-’97 I underwent chemotherapy

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Second Opinion from a Long-Term Myeloma Survivor, Cancer Coach

Myeloma cancer coaching and a second opinion from a long-term myeloma survivor. Learn about both conventional and evidence-based non-conventional therapies.  I like to tell my friends and family that

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Myeloma Chemotherapy Treatments Tips & Tricks

Yet there are many tips that don’t often make their way into those conversations (about myeloma chemotherapy treatments), and if they do, you’ll likely have more questions when you get back

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Clinical Trials for Low-dose Lenalidomide (Revlimid) are Inaccurate

“Clinical trials are the driving force behind most oncology discoveries and FDA approvals; however, strict eligibility criteria restrict many patients from participating, potentially leaving out

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Cancer Genetic Testing- Are Patients Living Longer?

Cancer Genetic Testing can identify the DNA that drives a tumor not the organ or body part, but evidence that they help patients is missing… I often answer cancer coaching questions by telling clients

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Low But Persistent Risk of MGUS

Interestingly, the risk for MGUS progression in the IgM group — 10.8 times higher than the general population — was higher than that seen in non-IgM patients — 5.7 times higher than the general population. If

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5 Nutritional Supplements Every Man Should Take-

The 10 Leading Causes of Men’s Death in the U.S. and the 5 Supplements that Reduce the Risk of Men’s Death This post is about nutritional supplements. More to the poing, this post is about

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Cardiac Rehab-Lower Blood Pressure-Nattokinase- Non-toxic, Inexpensive Therapy

“…These findings suggest that increased intake of nattokinase may play an important role in preventing and treating hypertension.” I developed a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) from aggressive

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Chemotherapy and Alcohol Abuse

This article will tell you some of the different ways that alcohol can hinder your treatment and your overall health. One of the most stressful and life-changing things a person can ever face is hearing

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CIPN – Female Cancer Survivors Beware…

Almost half of female cancer survivors had persistent symptoms of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) for many years after treatment ended The two immutable truths of cancer survivorship

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How to adopt a positive mindset in the face of adversity

Adopting a positive mindset will help you to come to terms with your illness and to find the strength to keep fighting. When the worst happens, it can be hard to find the silver lining. It can start to

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CBD Effects on Cancer

CBD Effects on Cancer Many people use cannabidiol or CBD as a treatment for a lot of illness. Some claim that CBD offers a lot of benefits in the human body. This article explains what cannabidiol or

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