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In reply to the discussion: it didn't go too good. [View all]

slipslidingaway

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6. Wishing you both strength as you move forward ...
Sun Dec 7, 2014, 12:11 AM
Dec 2014

and that the tests come out positive and she can proceed to surgery. Many things can take place in those months, memories and medical advances as well, so try and put one foot in front of the other. Easier said than done I know.

Since the time of my husband's first transplant four years ago for a blood cancer (AML) they have made advances for certain types of blood cancers, this article is for ALL and they are working on other types including AML. We met two patients at Sloan while inpatient in November who were undergoing this treatment and were so happy to meet one of them last week in the waiting room for an outpatient visit. He looked and acted totally different from the person who struggled to walk around the hall.

Killing cancer like the common cold
http://www.cnn.com/2013/12/07/health/cohen-cancer-study/

You just never know if you or your loved one will beat the odds long enough ... someone will be the first in a breakthrough. This is a tough journey for those and their caregivers, stay determined, but also try and enjoy each moment. I'm so much better at giving encouragement than receiving it!!!









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