I was diagnosed today with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I will be sharing my story here along the way and hope to increase awareness in the process. I work in health care and had no idea that the symptoms I have been experiencing pointed to cancer.
*Itchy skin
*Night sweats
*Fevers
*Fatigue
*Weight loss
I thought everything was related to my chronic sinus problems/allergies, and didn't take action until the lymph nodes on my neck were noticeably "swollen". The CT scan showed a mass in my chest, which explained my shortness of breath...I thought I was just out of shape! Apparently this diagnosis is common among the 15-40 crowd. While there is nothing you can do to prevent Hodgkin's Lymphoma, early detection is always a good thing.
*Itchy skin
*Night sweats
*Fevers
*Fatigue
*Weight loss
I thought everything was related to my chronic sinus problems/allergies, and didn't take action until the lymph nodes on my neck were noticeably "swollen". The CT scan showed a mass in my chest, which explained my shortness of breath...I thought I was just out of shape! Apparently this diagnosis is common among the 15-40 crowd. While there is nothing you can do to prevent Hodgkin's Lymphoma, early detection is always a good thing.
I'll update when I know more. Thank you for all of the prayers!
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