OrganizedWisdom Health - Leukemia and Lymphoma

Microsoft Co-Founder Paul Allen Has Lymphoma

AmyS — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:51:55 GMT

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. He is currently undergoing chemotherapy. Allen is 56 years old and received his diagnosis earlier this month.

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Sjogren's Syndrome and Lymphoma

Irish1970 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:59:48 GMT

Approximately 5% of people affected with Sjogren's syndrome also develop lymphoma which is cancer of the lymph nodes. Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease that most often affects the salivary glands and tear ducts. Dry mouth and dry eyes are common symptoms because the glands do not produce the proper amount of fluids.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Has Leukemia

AmyS — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:49:53 GMT

Basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has announced that he has been suffering from leukemia for almost a year. Abdul-Jabbar has chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), which was once considered a fatal disease, but oral medications may now keep it under control in up to 90% of patients.

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Hand-Foot Syndrome

Jkg0679 — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:08:41 GMT

Hand-foot syndrome is a side effect of chemotherapy that causes a skin reaction that appears on the palms of the hands and/or the soles of the feet. Symptoms of hand-foot syndrome include tingling or numbness, swelling, redness, peeling skin, and tenderness or pain. Blistering can occur if there is no change in treatment.

Fast Facts:

Hand-foot syndrome typically occurs within a few weeks of beginning chemotherapy, although it can appear at any time.
Hand-foot syndrome can be treated by changing treatment, or taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen, corticosteroids, and/or vitamin B6.
Hand-foot syndrome may be prevented by changes in activities and clothing, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding caffeine.

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Mitoxantrone and Pregnancy

KenyottaE — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:57:09 GMT

The use of mitoxantrone during pregnancy is not recommended. There is a risk of your child having a birth defect if mitoxantrone is used during pregnancy. In animal studies, there was evidence of a slow in fetal growth due to mitoxantrone. Mitoxantrone has been classified as a Pregnancy Category D drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Fast Facts:

Mitoxantrone is used to treat certain types of cancer, including but not limited to breast cancer, acute myeloid leukemia, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Mitoxantrone has been approved to reduce the frequency of relapses in people with multiple sclerosis.
Researchers also observed that pregnant animals given mitoxantrone experienced premature labor.

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Mitoxantrone Dosage

KenyottaE — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:21:16 GMT

For mitoxantrone users, the recommended dosage is 12 mg/m2 once every three months. Due to the potential for heart problems while taking mitoxantrone, there is a lifetime cumulative dose limit of 140 mg/m2. Your health care provider will evaluate you prior to each dose of mitoxantrone for heart problems and infection.

Fast Facts:

Mitoxantrone is used to treat certain types of cancer, including but not limited to breast cancer, acute myeloid leukemia, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Mitoxantrone has been approved to reduce the frequency of relapses in people with multiple sclerosis.
The amount of mitoxantrone you receive is dependent upon your height, weight, and other medical conditions you may have.

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Mitoxantrone Drug Interactions

KenyottaE — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 02:50:07 GMT

It is important to know what drugs may interact with mitoxantrone before using it. If you are currently taking azathioprine, colchicine, plicamycin, or zidovudine, you should tell your health care provider before taking mitoxantrone. The use of these drugs while taking mitoxantrone could possibly increase your risk of side effects.

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Mitoxantrone is used to treat certain types of cancer, including but not limited to breast cancer, acute myeloid leukemia, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Mitoxantrone has been approved to reduce the frequency of relapses in people with multiple sclerosis.
If you change how you are taking other medications, stop taking them, or switch medications while you are taking mitoxantrone, consult with your health care provider.

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Remission

Jkg0679 — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:22:33 GMT

Remission occurs when a disease is responding well to treatment and symptoms disappear. This term commonly refers to cancer or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), though other conditions can go into remission. Remission does not mean that the disease is cured, and symptoms can reoccur at some point in the future.

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Partial remission is the term used when most, but not all, of the symptoms have improved.
Complete remission is the term used when symptoms disappear completely.
Remssions can last anywhere from several weeks to many years.

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Mitoxantrone Warnings and Precautions

KenyottaE — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:32:16 GMT

Before using mitoxantrone, you should be aware of the warnings and precautions associated with taking the drug. You should let your health care provider know if you have liver disease, shingles, or any allergies prior to taking mitoxantrone. Prior to use, you should be evaluated for heart disease. The use of mitoxantrone can increase your risk of congestive heart failure.

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Mitoxantrone is used to treat certain types of cancer, including but not limited to breast cancer, acute myeloid leukemia, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Mitoxantrone has been approved to reduce the frequency of relapses in people with multiple sclerosis.
While taking mitoxantrone, you should avoid contact with people with contagious illnesses. Mitoxantrone can make you susceptible to infections.
If you experience chest pain, difficulty breathing, or bleeding while taking mitoxantrone, seek medical attention.

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Cladribine Side Effects

KenyottaE — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:18:49 GMT

The use of cladribine may cause unwanted side effects. The most common side effects of using cladribine include coughing, fever, nausea, and diarrhea. If you experience shortness of breath, unusual bleeding, or severe exhaustion while taking cladribine, seek medical attention immediately. Most side effects occur within the first several days of starting cladribine as your body gets used to the medication.

Fast Facts:

Cladribine is used in the treatment of some types of cancer, and can reduce the number of relapses that occur in multiple sclerosis.
Treatment of multiple sclerosis is an off-label use of this medication. While cladribine is not FDA-approved to treat multiple sclerosis, some doctors prescribe it for this purpose.
You should also seek medical attention if you have chills, rapid heart rate, or tingling in the hands or feet.
Your health care provider will also monitor you for blood disorders, which are another possible side effect of taking cladribine.

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