Stories of Hope
Below is a preview of stories of hope from people with lymphoma and their loved ones. Read about these inspiring individuals, who with courage and the right support were able to find the strength to battle their disease.
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The views and opinions expressed in these stories are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the position or views of the Lymphoma Research Foundation.
 Susan
As a way to give back, I became a mentor for other cancer patients through a non-profit cancer support organization. Read more.
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 Tanya
While conscious of the perils of my diagnosis, I more fully cherish each moment of my life and every person in it. Read more.
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 Mike
Living with a serious disease can be a test. If you or a loved one has been there, perhaps you can identify with my story. Read more.
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 Midge
After 14 years of remission, I am a survivor. However, a friend corrected me, "No, my dear, you are more, much more, than a survivor - you are a thriver." Read more.
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 Paula
The goal is to make sure awareness and funding for the blood cancers continue. Before my disease was diagnosed, I honestly can’t say I ever heard the word lymphoma or blood cancer. Read more.
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 Sandy
I know that I was diagnosed with something incurable, which has had a huge personal impact, but that doesn’t stop me from hoping for and working towards a long and fulfilling life. Read more.
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 Jackie
I would really like to help others who are diagnosed with lymphoma. Even though my journey was very rough, the results have been worth it. And I welcome the opportunity to encourage everyone to stay the course. Read more.
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 Drema
I had one woman say to me when I was going through treatment, "I’ve never been around someone that has cancer", and I said, "Well, I’m still the same person." Read more.
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 Kimberly
I am now feeling thankful and blessed for every day I am symptom free. Feeling healthy and wanting to share my experience, I started doing some research online and found the Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF). I didn’t want to look back and say, “I wish I would have done more.” Read more.
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 Bill's Story
I often say that cancer was the very worst thing that ever happened to me - but at the same time it was the very best thing - and it changed my life in a way that not many other things could.
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 Kristin
Lymphoma has changed me. . . . now I use my experience to help others.
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Scott
I am feeling GREAT ever since my doctor said, "Congratulations, you are now in remission."
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Barbara
"If you notice a lump that will not go away; go see your doctor."
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Mitchell
"The first morning I was awakened by this beautiful Medical Technician . . . She has been my wife for over 31 years!"
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Nancy of KY
"I am almost two years post transplant . . . three years post diagnosis and I am cancer free."
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Ami
Ami was treated for indolent follicular lymphoma and has been in remission since September of 2008. Prayer, faith and the power of a positive spirit has helped her through this hurdle. She feels that being in the present is the key to a happy life.
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Brian
Brian was diagnosed with MALT lymphoma, an indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and he is in complete remission today. He never felt sick during treatment. The experience has changed his attitude about life for the better and he wants to help others.
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Janna
Janna's battle with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) and recovery from a double umbilical cord blood (UCB) transplant helped her clarify priorities and identify things that give her life positive energy. She achieved her dream of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, and it was there that she celebrated her third "birthday" after her UCB transplant. She has been tumor-free since September of 2005. Read more.
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Bob
Coping with recurrent Hodgkin Lymphoma. "My key messages to lymphoma patients are always keep hopeful and keep searching for other choices. Be proactive and find a good support network," says Bob.
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Lisa
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey. A woman of faith knows that in the journey she will become strong. Such is the story of Lisa, who before December 17th of 2004, had no idea what lymphoma was.
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Nicole
Nicole was diagnosed with lymphoma at 25 and is now a 30 year old mother to two beautiful girls and cancer free!
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Hugh
Hugh has exercised regularly all of his life and shortly after treatment for large B-cell lymphoma he is back on his bike and enjoying every day. Read more.
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Betsy
Read about Betsy’s treatment experiences, including radioimmunotherapy, an FDA approved lymphoma treatment that became available approximately five years ago, with a schedule that lasts just one week. Following her positive experiences and close to five years of remission, Betsy has become a committed patient advocate and has worked to raise over $124,000 to fund lymphoma research. Read more.
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Bill
Bill, a physician, often jokes that he is the busiest unpaid physician in the U.S. After being diagnosed with follicular lymphoma, Bill decided to leave his thriving surgical practice to dedicate himself full time to patient advocacy. Read more.
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Diana
Read how Diana, diagnosed with indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma found an inspiring buddy, Carol, who had been in her shoes and had words of wisdom. Read more.
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Carol
Read how Carol had the courage to walk down the aisle and dream about her future while going through treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, thanks to her spouse, Dan, and Diana, her lymphoma buddy. Read more.
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Kelly S.
After learning that her Hodgkin lymphoma had relapsed for a fourth time, Kelly never lost hope!. She traveled out of state to learn about her clinical trial options. By taking an investigational pill just three times a week, she has achieved a lasting remission, and continues to live life as she wishes at home with family in California... Read more.
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Kelly W.
Kelly was only 25 when she found out that she had Hodgkin lymphoma. Since being diagnosed and treated, Kelly has found the courage to no longer be scared of the small things like swimming in a lake, watching a horror movie, or sleeping with all the lights off. She is also trained for a marathon to raise money for lymphoma research and hosted fundraising events. Read more.
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Linda
Linda, a state trial judge, was diagnosed with indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma and found her lymphoma "buddy" to be a lifesaver when she was undergoing treatment. Linda feels that positive things can come out of a cancer diagnosis, including her daughter deciding to pursue a PhD in microbiology/virology to become a cancer researcher. Read more.
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Nancy
Nancy found it challenging to accept that lymphoma would be a part of her life for the rest of her life after being diagnosed with indolent, follicular non-Hodgkin lymphoma. However, becoming an active participant in the local LRF Chapter and participating in fundraising events helped Nancy gain the strength to continue with treatment and help others. Read more.
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Norman
19 years after being diagnosed with small lymphocytic lymphoma, he is working as a Certified Public Accountant, playing racquetball, skiing, and enjoying time with his wife and family.. Read more.
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Sean
Climbing Mount Everest is full of many life-threatening challenges, including 100 mph winds, a dramatic loss of oxygen, snowstorms, and deadly avalanches. But for Sean, a Hodgkin lymphoma survivor, his diagnosis was the biggest uphill battle he ever faced. Read more.
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 Wendy
Wendy is a 52 year old mother of three, doctor of internal medicine, author of several books on cancer survivorship, and 16 year (and counting) long-term lymphoma survivor who, as a Healthy Survivor, has been getting good care and living as fully as possible. Read more.
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