Leukemia
Hello, I recently got my CBC done twice in a month. In the first report, I had lower lymphocytes (17%) and 5% atypical lymphocytes. However, because of a low vit D level, my doctor asked me to take vit D3 tablets and recheck in a month. My most recent CBC (which I got yesterday) shows that I have 18% lymphocytes where as my atypical lymphocytes are increased to 11%. I searched in the google and found that this may be caused by some forms of leukemia. However, my doctor keeps saying my results are normal. I can't understand how can this be normal? Please answer.23rd February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Immunofixation serum interpretation
My immunofixation serum was run twice and it come back with a a poorly defined area of restricted protein mobility is detected and is reactive with IgM and lambda antisera. Also b12 is 2000H, RDW is 18.2H, and Immunoglobulin A is 22L. Can you give me some direction as I am very confused over this. I am also having pain in my right side ribs and am weak and tired even after a night of rest. thank you TKJ52.23rd February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Breast Cancer Mets to the brain
My mother has been fighting mets to the bone (breast cancer) for three years now. she recently had a PET scan which showed activity in the right side of the cerebellum. she also can't hear out of her right ear. we have scheduled two MRI of the brain but she never goes thru with them. She is more confused than usual has loss of balance and coordination. If left untreated what is her life expectancy22nd February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Lung tumor? Pancoast?
I've been experiencing pain along the inner edge of my left shoulder blade for 3 months. Feels like a pinched nerve. Pain has not improved in spite of chiropractic intervention twice a week since pain began. It has not gotten worse either. Discomfort expands to the neck at times, still on left side. No tingling in the arm or hand, however, a slight feeling of pressure or heaviness in the chest area corresponding with shoulder blade (so right above left breast). Also, at times I experience intense itching at the point of discomfort on the shoulder blade. Naproxen 500mg bid eliminates all discomfort and itchiness. Very energetic, active, skiing and working out several times a week. No change in weight. No issue at all with breathing, deep breaths, etc. In fact, I feel great except that this shoulder blade pain won't resolve. Long history of light smoking although not currently a smoker. How worried should I be that this may be a lung tumor? Symptoms seem consistent with pancoast. Thanks so much for your response. I am extremely worried.21st February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Lymphoma symptoms
A month ago a CT scan revealed swollen lymph nodes in my abdomen as well as a swollen spleen. I've been having pain from my lower abdomen on both sides and the pain is now spreading further down into my groin. Extensive blood work is perfectly normal. The doctor gave me antibiotics which haven't stopped the pain. I'm often nauseated and I'm scared I have lymphoma. Are my symptoms typical for that? What should I do?19th February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Results of pleural effusion
I was treated for pneumonia following a pleural effusion of 1.2 liters. Analysis of 100ml of pink fluid showed atypical suspicious cell clusters. I have some pain in lower right side when taking a deep breath, but otherwise breathe normally. 5years ago I also had pneumonia in lower right lobe where I believe the pain is emanating from. A CT scan showed no abnormalities except for some lymph node enlargements attributed to infection. I'm set up to see a pulmonologist, but I've already been told that I have a 50-50 probability for lung cancer. Needless to say,I'm worried. Any thoughts?18th February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Breast Cancer condition PT2N2
My Wife diagonesed with Breast cancer in right breast in 2010& her breast removed & its report says " INFILTRATING DUCT CARCCINOMA RIGHT BREAST GRADE I" PSTAGE PT2N2, SHE HAS NOT TAKEN ANY CHEMO OR RADIATION TILL DATE AND ONLY THING SHE HAS TAKEN IS SOME HEMOTHARPY FOR 2 MONTHS AND AFTER THAT SHE HAS DONE PTSCAN WHICH SAYS EVERYTHING IS NORMAL NOW I WANT TO KNOW IS HER CANCER HAS BEEN CURED FULLY, IF NOT THEN WHAT STAGE IT WOULD BE, THIRD IS HEMEOTHARAPY IS EFFECTIVE AND DONE A GOOD JOB. WHY ANYTHING HAS NOT SHOWN UP IN PRT SCAN ? 18th February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Hello! I am a 37 year old female w/ no known health problems. Six weeks ago Ihad cbc blood work and blood work that checked my calcium, creatinine levels,all were normal. I also had a chest x-ray at the time, because of a bad cough.Itwas normal as well. F
Hello! I am a 37 year old female w/ no known health problems. Six weeks ago I had cbc blood work and blood work that checked my calcium, creatinine levels, all were normal. I also had a chest x-ray at that time, because of a bad cough.It was normal as well. For the past month I have had discomfort in my mid to lower front ribs. Sometimes it hurts after you touch them, as I sit or at night when I lay on my side. The pain isn't horrible, just uncomfortable. It is goes from rib (left ot right side) to the other depending on the day. I went to my doctor last week and he said it was probably costochondritis and it should be better in a few weeks. My concern is multiple myeloma. I know it is rare in someone my age...but this rib discomfort is really bothering me. I am also having some strange tingling on the top of my scalp (not sure if it has anything to do with it). Should I be worried about multiple myeloma? Would the blood work have shown something 6 weeks ago, if I have rib pain a month later? Thank you so much for taking the time to answer! 7th February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Breast Cancer
I am a female breast cancer survivor. 2008 double mastectomy, no chemo, no radiation. I take Femara. I just started the HCG injection protocol through the supervision of a MD. I was told it is safe. It is prescription HCG, and not over the counter stuff. I am only going to do it for two weeks, is there any research or information to indicate this would not be safe? I was assured by the Doctor it is safe.2nd February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
classic hodgkin lymphona cellurity?
What is classic hodgkin lymphona cellurity? 2nd February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Swollen Lymph nodes
About 2 weeks ago I came down with some fever (100.5F max),accompanied with chills,fatigue & Stomach ache. The above symptoms resolved on there on in couple of days.On the second or third day of illness i noticed a lump on my neck right side size of a bean, saw my primary care doctor who said it was a lymph node, put me on antibiotics for 2 weeks. By next week i had more lymph nodes swollen: both sides & back of neck,behind & next to ear. He checked none swollen in arm pit or groin region. After finishing 2 weeks of antibiotic no change in size of nodes, they are tender & on touch pain a little. He ordered a chest xray & we are waiting for results, he feels it cannot be cancer as they are more generalized.Currently no other symptoms, no fever/fatigue if i forget about nodes feel completely normal. Is it possible these swollen nodes are symptoms of any kind of cancer? What do you suggest our next step should be in order to diagnose the cause? Thanks for your help.2nd February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Primary Osteo Sarcoma
My friend (approx 50 years old), just got diagnosed with osteo sarcoma of the sternum (primary). He is in a massive amount of pain. Please please point me in the right direction as to where I can get a list of the renound physicians or treatment centers, preferably in the U.S (CALIFORNIA), but anywhere in the world is okay. We were told that this is a very rare form of cancer (approx 95 cases reported since the 60's?), and we would like to find a top physican or group that has the experience needed to treat this illness. Thank you so much. 1st February 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Bone Cancer
i am putting my 3 year old son test result here please help me , does he have minor talassemia?HbF=1.1 HbA1=95.6 HbA2=3.3 WBC=4900 RBC=5.5 Hemoglobin=9.6 Hematocrit=33.6 MCV=61.1 MCH=17.1 MCHC=28.6 Platelets=221000 Iron serum Fe=68 Iron Binding Capacity=388 Ferritine=35 ESR=9 RDW-CV=14.9 RDW-SD=33.6 MPV=7.6 PDW=15.9 PCT=0.261 P-LCC=70 P-LCR=20.4 Anisocytes + Hypochromia ++ Target Cells Slight Microcytosis ++ Ovalocyte + Burrcells + 31st January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Back pain and discharge after Anal wart treatment
Hello, I had anal warts a couple of months ago in which my dermotolgist prescirbed aldara for me. I used it for a few weeks, twice a day, three days a week. However, my rectal area became sore, sensitive and inflammed. I still used aldara too the point I could not handle it anymore due to the pain I was experiencing in my anal area. I had to stop using it, and eventually it cleared up with no visible warts. However, a few weeks afterward I had anal discharge and lower back pain on my left side that went all the way down to my buttocks. It is very uncomfortable and painful at times. I went to see my dermo again and he said it was the side effects of aldara and prescribed another topical to treat it. I have used it since then but I am still having the pain. I only have very little discharge now. I am afraid this is anal cancer. I went to the oncologist and he was of no help. Help! 30th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Breast Agumentation
In 2001 I had colon ca and had a colon resection and chemo and ion 2003 it was in my liver. I had a liver resection and chemo (systemically and directly into my liver via a hepatic pump in my abdomen). I want to have an elective procedure, breast augmentation. My oncologist disagrees but does not give me any good information why I should not have the procedure. She said I look fine the way I am. Please tell me if there is any thought in the oncology community about elective surgery. I'm trying to make an informed decision about this. 28th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Bruised calf and lump
I fell and bruised my calf near my knee about a month ago and I've just noticed a lump? I've also been very fatigued lately. What could this be ? 28th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Blood in urine
Blood in urine, frequent urine, dull pain in lower right side and sleepy all the time sleep ofter for 12 hours a day, tingling in finger tips at night27th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
query
when does it mean when ur free kappa and ur free lambda are high in a 24 hour urine test26th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
I had a MRI of the cervical spine done and it came back that I have multiplenonenlarged and borderline lymph nodes scattered throughout the neckbilaterally. The largest in the left posterior triangle measures 12 x 8 x 14mm.What does this mean?
MULTIPLE NONELARGED AND BODERLINE LYMPH NODES SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE NECK BILATERALLY MEANS WHAT?25th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
WBC low
I recently started having very heavy, painful mentrual cycles. I went to the Doctor who drew a CBC. She found a mass in my pelvic region, WBC 2.7, Hmg 10.2, Hgt 29.8, MCV 74, MCH 25.2. My RBC's are normal 4.05. My absolute neutrophils 1.2. Other WBC's normal. Segmented neutrophils normal 42. Plt count normal 283. TIBC % saturation 10. Ferritin 11. I know I'm anemic but that doesn't explain the low WBC's. I have an ultrasound and meeting with a hem/oncologist scheduled. Searching the web for answers for low neutrophil counts is frightening. I'm scared. Any information you give would be great. Thank you. 25th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Herceptin monotherapy for breast cancer
Hello, my lady has stage3b breast cancer. Had lumpectomy 10yrs ago. Triple positive. Had neg nodes then. Minimal chemo. Had recurrence at scar site nov 2010. Tried "black salve" which ulcerated the skin. Had rt mastectomy in oct 2011. Had single positive intra-mammary node and neg sentinel nodes. Had staph infection postop w abscess. Started chemo recently and had drop in wbc to 900, zoster, and varicella-like rash. Placed on rocephin, vanco, and acyclovir. Wbc overshot to 15-19000. Then had severe diarrhea. Possibly c dif. Cultures pending on flagyl. Now we are wondering if chemo is really necessary or using herceptin only. No sign of mets at present. I am a retired neurologist and would welcome your thoughts including any medical articles. 25th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Others
I am 20years into remission from stage 3b Hodgkin's lymphoma. I have cerebral palsy. I am obese and wheelchair bound, just got back from rehab with a diagnosis of secondary lymphedema in both calves. I have a nurse doing wrapping of the ankles and exersise every day, careful of bathing and washing and lotioning the legs. I do have to take a diuretic for blood pressure. In addition to risk of congestive heart failure. (heart's in good shape now), are the odds of a recurrence of the cancer higher? Is my life expectancy shortened even without a reccurence?19th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
I am super paranoid about coming in contact with any carcinogens. I feel likeif I touch something that may be a carcinogen and then it contacts someone elseor they accidentely ingest it, I will be the cause if they get cancer. Is thisa possibillity?
I am paranoid about carcinogens. I feel like they are everywhere and that if I unintenionally expose someone else to them that I am the cause of thier cancer if they get it. Is that possible?19th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
occipital pain
I have history of hodgkins and have been in remission for 14 yrs...recently I have been experiencing occipital pain on a daily basis...any connection?18th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Lung cancer
Mu mum has just beed diagnosed with lung cancer. Chemo isnt an option for her instead they are using a form of talc dont know what its supposed to do but if fizzes. They have given her 12 months is that an accurate prognosis? Do you know of this talc and why cant she have chemo. Sorry dont know what kind of lung cancer it is or the stage.16th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Breast Cancer
My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in the left breast in 1997. She was subjected to tumor removal while keeping the breast. She had lymph nodes analysis and found ok. She was subjected to radiotherapy and hormon therapy through tamoxifen. Since that time she was doing mamograms every 6 months. Just recently Jan 2012, they have seen something in the mamogram in the same breast and they performed sample pathology with a result "Left breast small foci of invasive ductal adenocarcinoma grade 2". This is the same type that was dignosed in 1997. The right breast mamogram is ok. She is 58 years old. Is this a reoccurrence? What is her risk? What is the treatment options? Is it a must to remove the breast? Is there any way around the removal? We are seeing her oncologist tomorrow.13th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Stage IV NSCLC Lung Cancer
Seven months ago, my wife, age 45, and a breast cancer survivor of 18 years, was diagnosed with a different cancer - Stage IV NSCLC Lung Cancer. Her first treatment was full brain irradiaiton followed by front line chemotherapy (cis/carbo-platin plus Alimta (2 rounds cis then 4 rounds carbo platin each a 1/2 day treatment followed by 21 days recovery). This treatment had a neutral effect - slight stabilization of the main tumor (slight increase from 31 mm to 36 mm detected). In addition, new secondary areas in liver and right femur were also visible in the most recent scanner done in mid December. Maintenance thearpy with Tarceva (new Roche oral chemotherapy product) started 2 weeks ago. Back in May a PCR test for the gene EGFR mutation was not detected (negative) which excluded her for using Tarceva as first line therapy. Additionally,mutation of K-Ras gene was not detected. It is my understanding that Tarceva works when EGFR mutation is positive. So, how can Tarceva given daily to her now give any effect? Is this then just a very expensive placaebo or can it work anyway? Are there other treatments / trials / research out there that she could benefit from? 4th January 2012 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
pet scan
PET results: my oncologists is happy with results and said is all from inflammation. Since oct 2010 I have had a total of 5 surgeries on my breasts due to healing problems on right side where tumor was last on in August for pectoralis major repair. right breast incision still inflammed on a small spot about 1 inch for which I needed hyperbaric treatment. I finished chemo in April and herceptin 2 weeks ago. I'm scheduled for final silicone implants in 3 weeks and oncologists said ok to get port out. I would like your opinion on my last PET " bilateral implants present. slight increase in activity about implants on the right more than left. this appears diffuse and is likely postop or related residual inflammation. SUV 1.4 right vs 1 on left. above right breast implant in the axilla, there is a focus of activity with SUV 4.5 of a nonenlarged solitary lymph node. lymph node is nondiagnostic for neoplasm vs inflammation origin." No other problems or uptake seen elsewhere. I'm concerned about that lymph node SUV, is it from inflammation? would it be enlarged it it was bad?. I had 8 nodes taken out, all negative. thanks again 17th December 2011 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Stomach pain and bloating
For several months I have been experiencing almost constant bloating & feeling of fullness. I am 66 yrs. old, very healthy, and have never had any stomach problems. I have also had sharp pain in my upper left quadrant that lasts a short time as well as a hard lump (which feels like my colon spasming) that rises up only during the pain and goes away as the pain subsides. The pain never lasts very long. I also am experiencing general stomach tenderness and discomfort. I feel tired and dragged out most of the time. I am rarely constipated, have not had nausea and have not had fever or diarrhea. I have had two episodes of rectal bleeding with (very little) bright red blood, that did not last beyond one bowel movement. 15th December 2011 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Breast Cancer Surgery Tomorrow
I am a 55 year old recently diagnosed with recurrent breast cancer in the small amount of tissue that was left in the breast that was removed. I had a mastectomy 9 years ago. I am having surgery tomorrow to remove the tumor but am concerned as to why there was so much breast tissue left in my breast. The tumor is 1cm and located in the breast tissue but the surgeon says he will need to remove some muscle as well. Why would he need to remove muscle? Most importantly, I asked him if he would be testing my lymph nodes under my arm (he removed 9 last time and they tested negative) and my mammary lymph nodes as well. He said he would not be testing either because it is dangerous to re-test them again. Does this make sense? How will they stage me if they don't know if it's in my lymph nodes? He says it doesn't matter because I will receive radiation and chemo regardless. This concerns me.12th December 2011 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »