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I’m Julia,
a 19 year old fighting hodgkin's lymphoma
January 22nd was the day I found out I have cancer.
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It all started with a small bump on my neck, then another, and another. With the worst fear of needles, I got through the tests one day at a time. Just when I thought I was done with doctors and hospitals, I got news that no one wants to hear. I have Stage 2 Hodgkin's Lymphoma , a blood cancer that is very curable. I have now completed 12 treatments of ABVD chemotherapy which led to full remission! They weren't exactly fun but the side effects were manageable.
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This site is my journal and a way to share my story. This experience has been challenging but cancer is no match for this gal.
About hodgkin's lymphoma
A cancer of the lymphatic system.
Most common in ages 20 to 40 and those over 55.
Curable through chemotherapy treatment.
My Side Effects
- tiredness
- bone pain / aching
- hair loss
- neutropenia (low WBC count)
- flush face
- constipation
- tingling fingers
- dry skin
- heart burn
- chemo brain
Other Side Effects
Symptoms
- swollen lymph nodes in neck, armpits, or groin
- fatigue
- fever
- night sweats
- unexplained weight loss
- severe itching
- increased sensitivity to alcohol or pain in lymph nodes after drinking
- nausea
- loss of appetite
- mouth sores
My Treatment
A - adriamycin
B - bleomycin
V - vinblastine
D - dacarbazine
In 1 cycle of 28 days, you receive ABVD on Day 1 and Day 15
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