How can I cope with a Follicular Lymphoma diagnosis?

Hi Connie my name is Daria I was diagnosed with the same thing a month ago I start my chemo in 3 weeks but I’m taking it very hard so I have to see a psychiatrist bc they are nervous to start my chemotherapy until my head is better bc all I do is cry and it’s not good for the immune system they say! I hope you are doing better please keep intouch

Daria, It does help to be as calm and peaceful as possible when going into treatment. Try meditation or medication or playing music. Reading or coloring books. Keep trying until you find something that helps calm you. As my doc explained earlier this year when I was diagnosed, FL is the best kind of lymphoma to have. It's very treatable and survivable. I finished 6 rounds of chemo earlier today and am looking forward to remission and living with FL. Chemo is tough but you are tougher and can do hard things. Rely on your care team. The oncology nurses are angels and they want to help you get through chemo. Check with your insurance to see if you have access to a nurse advocate that can help you manage the scary new world of cancer. Ask all the questions and continue to ask until you get answers that make sense to you. You will get through this. It's not easy but it is possible. Take care of yourself! Patricia, 65

Ty so much i appreciate you and God bless you 🙏

Daria hope your doing better. I was diagnosed with follicular b cell lymphoma starting my treatment sept 2 next one sept 23.. doing good. I have lost my hair. But that's ok it will grow back.. you've got this just think it could be worse. God has a plan . Pray that you will have joy and peace . Be strong in the Lord and you can do this ..

Hi Judy I had 2 treatments one Thursday and one Friday I did get a rash on my neck and my ear I feel like I have a cold I don’t have a fever I have been in bed all weekend the doctors say if I still feel like this tomorrow they to see me and see if I may have Covid or a viral infection bc I have all the symptoms anyway I go again Thursdays for another treatment and then next Thursday for another one then I go back in 28 days from Thursday and repeat till march I hope yr ok

Daria ,Your treatment sounds different from mine. I had one treatment on the 2nd it was a long one R-chop. Next one is September 23rd tomorrow. They said it won't be as long as the first one 3 to 4 hrs. Hope you dont have a infection and get to feeling better.🙏

Welcome to this supportive community! Receiving a Follicular Lymphoma diagnosis can feel overwhelming, and reaching out here shows great strength. Many community members have found that connecting with others who understand this journey, learning about their condition, and building a strong support team including healthcare providers can be helpful ways to cope. This community is here to listen and share experiences - feel free to ask questions or share what's on your mind as you navigate this path.