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re: Bone marrow transplant w/chemo - anyone ever done this or know anyone who has?
Posted on 11/3/21 at 1:33 pm to Horsemeat
Posted on 11/3/21 at 1:33 pm to Horsemeat
My mom’s brother and sister both went through chemo and bone marrow transplants. both had leukemia
My uncle went through it first back in the early 90s. One of my aunts was a perfect match. He took his initial chemo here in BR then went to MD Anderson for the transplant. Think he was in a sterile room (very small) for about a month. He still says it was the roughest period of his life. Had shingles all over his body. Does not go bad for check ups because he doesn’t want to make choice to go through it again. Says he wouldn’t. After bone marrow transplant he now has a different blood type
Aunt went though the same thing in mid 2000’s. But her body rejected the bone marrow and her organs shut down and she passed away.
My uncle went through it first back in the early 90s. One of my aunts was a perfect match. He took his initial chemo here in BR then went to MD Anderson for the transplant. Think he was in a sterile room (very small) for about a month. He still says it was the roughest period of his life. Had shingles all over his body. Does not go bad for check ups because he doesn’t want to make choice to go through it again. Says he wouldn’t. After bone marrow transplant he now has a different blood type
Aunt went though the same thing in mid 2000’s. But her body rejected the bone marrow and her organs shut down and she passed away.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 1:42 pm to browl
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Posted on 11/3/21 at 2:08 pm to Horsemeat
My niece was diagnosed with T-ALL in December 2019. She finally entered remission in July 2020 and went through chemo and radiation before receiving a bone marrow transplant from her sister in August 2020. She is doing well now and seems to be very healthy.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 2:29 pm to Horsemeat
My dad did at MD Anderson about 15 years ago. Did the sterile room for a month. He had a few hiccups but overall was a great success. Medicine has changed a lot since then. Ended up succumbing to cancer a few years ago - unrelated to the bone marrow transplant and the associated disease.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 2:32 pm to Horsemeat
My father was a leukemia candidate for bone marrow transplant in the infancy of the procedure 30 years ago, had a compatible donor, but would have had to go into remission and regain sufficient health in order to do it, and did not. So I am a registered donor, and give blood and donate to related causes.
The best I can offer is to remind yourself that if other people can do it, then you can too, and that the purpose of it is to save your life and give your loved ones more time to enjoy having you with them. My grandfather had a saying that I repeat when necessary: "You gotta do what you gotta do."
If you should start a GoFundMe or similar, see if the admins will allow notice here. Otherwise, post updates when you are able.
The best I can offer is to remind yourself that if other people can do it, then you can too, and that the purpose of it is to save your life and give your loved ones more time to enjoy having you with them. My grandfather had a saying that I repeat when necessary: "You gotta do what you gotta do."
If you should start a GoFundMe or similar, see if the admins will allow notice here. Otherwise, post updates when you are able.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 3:21 pm to Horsemeat
I did stem cell but essentially same thing. Ask me anything.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 3:43 pm to Horsemeat
Little sis had non matching marrow transplant after full chemo and radiation almost 20 years ago. Still with us.
They have come so far since then.
They have come so far since then.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 3:47 pm to Horsemeat
Sending you all the prayers and love in the world. God bless you, friend. I admire your courage so much. Wishing you the very best. I’ll keep praying.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 3:50 pm to Horsemeat
Its going to be bad
You will falter
but just keep your family in your mind
you want to see those grandkids or kids running around well into your old age so just keep fighting
IT CAN BE BEATEN
You will falter
but just keep your family in your mind
you want to see those grandkids or kids running around well into your old age so just keep fighting
IT CAN BE BEATEN
Posted on 11/3/21 at 3:53 pm to Horsemeat
2003 MD Anderson
- chemo
- bone marrow
- be isolated
- old days you wore mask when going to the store or to your blood work, PA visit, or dr appt.
- it will go by fast.
- chemo
- bone marrow
- be isolated
- old days you wore mask when going to the store or to your blood work, PA visit, or dr appt.
- it will go by fast.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 4:01 pm to El Segundo Guy
quote:
My dad has had a stem cell transplant twice for multiple myeloma. Once in his late 60s and again maybe 5-7 years later.
Did the stem cells smell like spaghetti o’s? I remember thinking an autologous stem cell transplant would be this crazy process. The harvesting was, but the transplant itself was basically getting hooked up to an IV infusion for 15 minutes.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 4:07 pm to Areddishfish
quote:Basically what I ask everyone - how tough was the treatment, meaning the pain and nausea, and what was the recovery like? Any long term side effects, how long did it take to feel semi-normal again?
I did stem cell but essentially same thing. Ask me anything.
I went through a tough regimen already and was saddled up with some tinnitus in my ears and neuropathy in my toes, kinda wondering if that's going to exacerbate that or if it'll be other stuff.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 4:10 pm to Horsemeat
Please let us know when it’s starting so we can be praying fervently for you
Posted on 11/3/21 at 5:56 pm to Horsemeat
Autologous transplant here, back in 2016. I tolerated it rather well and am a actually typing this while on the elliptical. I am lucky that I had/have a great doctor and a great support group. The advice I received came from a lot of experienced doctors and researchers. Their advice prepared me and also helped alleviate some things.
Prep physically: get moving. Your lungs take a beating. Get those puppies in shape. If you’re skinny…add a few lbs. The more you can “afford to lose”, the better. Don’t be unhealthy though. Shave that head, get it over with.
Prep emotionally: you got this. It’s a hill, not a mountain. Maybe not a La hill, but nothing a person can’t handle. Does it hurt? No. Do you feel like shite? Sure. Do they have a med for whatever you’ll feel? Absolutely. Will your experience be as bad as you think? Only if you let it. Brother, make this transplant your bitch.
Physically what to expect: it’s chemo, you already know it makes you feel “different”. No different here. I was tired and it got a little worse as my stay went on. I did have a severe throat ache. Swallowing felt horrible. But, I used a spit suction thing and survived. That was the worst symptom I had. And do not try milk products when your throat hurts. They coat your throat and will staaang ha!
Don’t play around with the prevention stuff like breathing exercises and mouth washes. They all help to keep you out of trouble with symptoms. I also moved as much as I could. Do laps around the floor, make it a competition. Eat when and if you can. Resort to shakes if you have to. Your taste may get altered, so if you like something…eat it.
But hey….Superman takes a break from time to time. Don’t be a hero. If your nauseous, ask for meds. You hurt, ask for pain meds. You’re tired, take a nap. Don’t worry, the nurses won’t come on here and call you a liar if you tell us you didn’t need any of that. :)
Emotionally what to expect: I got really antsy wanting to get out. That messed with me the most. BUT…you have no immune system and you’re there for your own benefit. Unlike the argument about COVID precautions, this you should take seriously. Any setback because you went outside and took your mask off means you’re in there longer. Remember, long game here. You’re doing this to be here forever. What’s a few weeks in the hospital?
Getting up and moving, eating, keeping a positive attitude, all of these things will have you saying “ehh that wasn’t that bad.” When I was in there, I was in competition with some considerably older folks on who could walk more laps in a day.
And remember, you being strong is for you AND your family. They see you doing ok, they’ll follow suit.
What to expect after: not saying you’ll be hemmed up for a long time - bc you won’t - but don’t get frustrated if your fatigue and lungs take a while to recoup. You’ll bounce back just fine, just be patient. I did a triathlon one year after the transplant….granted, in the swim I had a kayaker following me bc, in her words, “yes…it looks that bad…” Ha! But I finished an 800 meter swim, 20 mile bike, and 5k run!
All-in-all, you got this. Is it something I would wish on anyone? Absolutely not. But am I glad I did it? Absolutely not. Ha.
Just know you CAN do it. It’s been around for a ling time and it doesn’t kill you. Just a tap in the nuts. Get it.
Prep physically: get moving. Your lungs take a beating. Get those puppies in shape. If you’re skinny…add a few lbs. The more you can “afford to lose”, the better. Don’t be unhealthy though. Shave that head, get it over with.
Prep emotionally: you got this. It’s a hill, not a mountain. Maybe not a La hill, but nothing a person can’t handle. Does it hurt? No. Do you feel like shite? Sure. Do they have a med for whatever you’ll feel? Absolutely. Will your experience be as bad as you think? Only if you let it. Brother, make this transplant your bitch.
Physically what to expect: it’s chemo, you already know it makes you feel “different”. No different here. I was tired and it got a little worse as my stay went on. I did have a severe throat ache. Swallowing felt horrible. But, I used a spit suction thing and survived. That was the worst symptom I had. And do not try milk products when your throat hurts. They coat your throat and will staaang ha!
Don’t play around with the prevention stuff like breathing exercises and mouth washes. They all help to keep you out of trouble with symptoms. I also moved as much as I could. Do laps around the floor, make it a competition. Eat when and if you can. Resort to shakes if you have to. Your taste may get altered, so if you like something…eat it.
But hey….Superman takes a break from time to time. Don’t be a hero. If your nauseous, ask for meds. You hurt, ask for pain meds. You’re tired, take a nap. Don’t worry, the nurses won’t come on here and call you a liar if you tell us you didn’t need any of that. :)
Emotionally what to expect: I got really antsy wanting to get out. That messed with me the most. BUT…you have no immune system and you’re there for your own benefit. Unlike the argument about COVID precautions, this you should take seriously. Any setback because you went outside and took your mask off means you’re in there longer. Remember, long game here. You’re doing this to be here forever. What’s a few weeks in the hospital?
Getting up and moving, eating, keeping a positive attitude, all of these things will have you saying “ehh that wasn’t that bad.” When I was in there, I was in competition with some considerably older folks on who could walk more laps in a day.
And remember, you being strong is for you AND your family. They see you doing ok, they’ll follow suit.
What to expect after: not saying you’ll be hemmed up for a long time - bc you won’t - but don’t get frustrated if your fatigue and lungs take a while to recoup. You’ll bounce back just fine, just be patient. I did a triathlon one year after the transplant….granted, in the swim I had a kayaker following me bc, in her words, “yes…it looks that bad…” Ha! But I finished an 800 meter swim, 20 mile bike, and 5k run!
All-in-all, you got this. Is it something I would wish on anyone? Absolutely not. But am I glad I did it? Absolutely not. Ha.
Just know you CAN do it. It’s been around for a ling time and it doesn’t kill you. Just a tap in the nuts. Get it.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 6:11 pm to Horsemeat
What is the underlying cancer?
I had AML twice before so the transplant chemo wasn’t too much worse than what I had already. It still sucked major balls though. On the 9th it will be 6 years post.
Where is your transplant center?
Are you getting allogenic or autologous?
My youngest sister was my donor. Perfect match. I’ve met others that had an easier time with transplant. I developed terrible mucositis. I was t hungry much anyway but it felt like someone was scraping my throat with knives. I was hooked to a pain pump my whole 28 days inpatient. Highly recommend. Nausea is terrible but I only had issues during chemo. Once the chemo was done it gradually left. You can try a continuous drip of Zofran. Won’t make it completely go away but helps.
I lost taste for about two months which made eating less fun. Eat when you can to keep your weight manageable. I could barely walk without a walker for about a week after getting out of hospital. The body is very tired after that. Don’t get discouraged if this happens to you. Also stay diligent with all your meds. It’s monotonous but you don’t want to mess up your hard work of the transplant.
I developed moderate to severe GVHD. If you are getting an autologous transplant this won’t apply. GVHD made the cancer completely gone but it unfortunately wiped out my lungs to the point of needing a double lung transplant. A lot of people get GVHD without lung involvement but I was the lucky 10% haha. I’m 31 with about 30% of the function my lungs should have at my age.
I had a few months before GVHD set in and in those three months I built up my body better than it had ever been before. An exercise regimen is very helpful.
Also lock in with a good psychiatrist and counselor. This is a very hard task to shoulder it alone.
I had AML twice before so the transplant chemo wasn’t too much worse than what I had already. It still sucked major balls though. On the 9th it will be 6 years post.
Where is your transplant center?
Are you getting allogenic or autologous?
My youngest sister was my donor. Perfect match. I’ve met others that had an easier time with transplant. I developed terrible mucositis. I was t hungry much anyway but it felt like someone was scraping my throat with knives. I was hooked to a pain pump my whole 28 days inpatient. Highly recommend. Nausea is terrible but I only had issues during chemo. Once the chemo was done it gradually left. You can try a continuous drip of Zofran. Won’t make it completely go away but helps.
I lost taste for about two months which made eating less fun. Eat when you can to keep your weight manageable. I could barely walk without a walker for about a week after getting out of hospital. The body is very tired after that. Don’t get discouraged if this happens to you. Also stay diligent with all your meds. It’s monotonous but you don’t want to mess up your hard work of the transplant.
I developed moderate to severe GVHD. If you are getting an autologous transplant this won’t apply. GVHD made the cancer completely gone but it unfortunately wiped out my lungs to the point of needing a double lung transplant. A lot of people get GVHD without lung involvement but I was the lucky 10% haha. I’m 31 with about 30% of the function my lungs should have at my age.
I had a few months before GVHD set in and in those three months I built up my body better than it had ever been before. An exercise regimen is very helpful.
Also lock in with a good psychiatrist and counselor. This is a very hard task to shoulder it alone.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 6:15 pm to Horsemeat
My son had it done when he was 10.
Was brutal but he has a badass mentality.
Was brutal but he has a badass mentality.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 6:33 pm to Horsemeat
Prayers going up for you baw. Keep swinging!
Posted on 11/3/21 at 7:21 pm to Horsemeat
My friend’s teenage son had bone marrow transplant for leukemia about 15 years ago. Perfectly healthy at 28 now. I assume it wasn’t too much fun…. God Bless you.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 7:30 pm to Horsemeat
Sounds exactly what my dad went through 24 years ago. He was 50 at the time and celebrates 74 in 7 days.
It took a few years to come back, but he is still active and healthy.
It took a few years to come back, but he is still active and healthy.
Posted on 11/3/21 at 7:54 pm to Horsemeat
My dad had a similar procedure five years ago, it’s kept him alive but his quality of life hasn’t been great. It is a remarkable piece of modern medicine though, no way he would still be alive without it.
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