Black and Brown Thrivers

How can prayer support us through cancer?

A CALL TO PRAYER 🙏 Good morning everyone in the community.. For quite some time now I’ve been asking Our Lord and Savior to guide me in the direction He has chosen for me which brought me to O4M in the first place.. Since then I’ve been praying for more direction and guidance daily. Over the past week I’ve come to realize that A CALL to Prayer is something we here could all use and with the help of Our Lord and Savior I’m offering a chance for those of you who would Love to become closer to Jesus to join me and anyone else in Prayer for our salvation.. For those of you whom wish to participate I’ll make it easy as possible.. It doesn’t matter what religion you belong to or how much faith you have just add your name in the comment section below and you’ll be included in my daily prayers.. Along with the entire community..🙏 If each and everyone of us every morning prays together for our salvation and Christ’s intervention in these times I’m positive our prayers will be heard.. We have nothing to lose or fear and EVERYTHING TO GAIN.. Through Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Amen.. Starting tomorrow morning Friday July 10th 2026 will be the beginning of my journey in faith for everyone of us.. A simple Our Farther as Jesus stated in Matthew 6; 5-15 is what I’ll be praying. As far as I know it’s the Only Prayer ever given to us by Jesus in the bible.. I hope Everyone has a Blessed day ahead.. God Bless You All Thomas O

Can you get IV vitamin C infusions during chemo?

has anyone received IV vitamin C infusions along with their chemo? If so, how many times a week do you receive the vitamin C Infusion and how much do you receive.

What are the early warning signs of multiple myeloma relapse?

I was recently diagnosed with multiple myeloma and I'm currently on Revlimid (lenalidomide) and Darzalex. I just read about how multiple myeloma typically follows cycles of remission and relapse, and I'm trying to learn what warning signs to watch for. The article mentioned things like new bone pain that doesn't improve with rest, rising M-protein levels, unusual fatigue, and frequent infections as potential early signs of progression. Since I'm new to this, I'd love to hear from others who have been through this journey about what to expect and how you've managed. • What early warning signs did you notice during your experience with multiple myeloma? • Any tips for staying on top of lab results or communicating concerns with your care team? Link: https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/multiple-myeloma-progression-and-recurrence/how-to-recognize-and-act-on-multiple-myeloma-relapse/

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How to recognize and act on multiple myeloma relapse

Learn the early signs of multiple myeloma relapse and the difference between biochemical and clinical relapse to guide your care decisions.

What are early warning signs of multiple myeloma relapse?

I was recently diagnosed with multiple myeloma and I'm currently on Revlimid (lenalidomide) and Darzalex. I just read about how multiple myeloma typically follows cycles of remission and relapse, and I'm trying to learn what warning signs to watch for. The article mentioned things like new bone pain that doesn't improve with rest, rising M-protein levels, unusual fatigue, and frequent infections as potential early signs of progression. Since I'm new to this, I'd love to hear from others who have been through this journey about what to expect and how you've managed. • What early warning signs did you notice during your experience with multiple myeloma? • Any tips for staying on top of lab results or communicating concerns with your care team? Link: https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/multiple-myeloma-progression-and-recurrence/how-to-recognize-and-act-on-multiple-myeloma-relapse/

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How to recognize and act on multiple myeloma relapse

Learn the early signs of multiple myeloma relapse and the difference between biochemical and clinical relapse to guide your care decisions.

How can I get support when facing cancer?

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How do I cope with dismissive doctors during cancer treatment?

I have experienced negative interactions with medical staff as if I didn't exist. Totally turned head as I was speaking to him. If I wasn't so concerned about the nodules in my throat which were diagnosed as Hurthle Cell Carcinoma I would have cancelled surgery all together.

How to manage aromatase inhibitor side effects?

I have hormone receptor-positive, Stage I breast cancer and started anastrozole in July after completing surgery. I've been reading about managing side effects like joint pain and hot flashes, and I'm learning there are evidence-based strategies that can help without compromising treatment effectiveness. The article I found mentions that joint pain and stiffness affect up to 50% of patients on aromatase inhibitors, and that switching between different AIs (anastrozole, letrozole, exemestane) is a legitimate strategy if one becomes too difficult to tolerate. I'd love to hear from others who have navigated this journey. • What strategies have helped you manage joint pain or other side effects while staying on treatment? • Have any of you switched between different aromatase inhibitors, and what was that experience like? Link: https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/breast-cancer-treatment-and-side-effects/a-strategic-approach-to-managing-aromatase-inhibitor-side-effects/

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A strategic approach to managing aromatase inhibitor side effects

Learn strategic ways to manage aromatase inhibitor side effects like joint pain, weight gain, and hair thinning during breast cancer

How do I cope when stopping cancer treatment that's working?

I’m new here. Looking for a community that offers some support and understanding as to what we are all going through. I’m also looking for suggestions. I was diagnosed in 2022 with stage four metastatic prostate cancer. It had metastasized to my lower pelvic bone. I started on abiratone acetate with prednisone. I went through four weeks worth of radiation treatment. Cancer is currently in remission. I had to be taken off of the abiratone because of the side effects. The side effects aggravated my arthritis and it also caused me to have mental problems. My first oncologist would not believe me on any of this, so I went to the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. I had severe chronic osteoarthritis in most of my joints prior to the cancer diagnosis, I had several hand surgeries to deal with, loss of cartilage in my left wrist and right hand. I was deemed unable to work because I did physical labor as an electrician and wound up retiring sooner than I expected. This caused my first breakdown. I am on Lupron injections since pretty much the beginning. This all seems to be working and keeping the cancer in remission. The Lupron injections will stop at the end of this year. I’m three years into this journey, and I am having emotional problems dealing with the fact that I’m gonna be taken off of the Lou prawn which is keeping everything under control. I recently talked to my oncologist over the phone and we had a productive conversation, but I’m still scared. I’m 68 years old. I do know that I’m at the end of my life, but I really don’t wanna go this way. from what I can tell research Wise from reliable sources like Mayo Clinic and Moffitt Cancer Center, which I am going to on a regular basis I probably have another 3 to 5 years left. I’ve had three nervous breakdowns and it’s just overwhelming. I’m probably doing better than most of you physically. I do still go to the gym twice a week with a trainer for half an hour, and to the YMCA swimming pool for at least 45 minutes three times a week when my schedule permits. I don’t sleep well anymore and I’m just incredibly tired. I just really am afraid of the pain that it’s gonna be involved as the disease progresses and I’ve had severe pain with the osteoarthritis most of my life from at least my mid late 30s. I’ve consulted with my pastor, and I’m on my second Counsler, who seems to be very supportive. I am trying to advocate for myself on tests with my oncologist and also my other doctors as well. I currently have seven doctors and I take 10 prescriptions per day. I know that this will eventually catch up with me and it’s just very depressing. I’m just tired of it all.

How do I cope with metastatic breast cancer pain and fear?

Grand rise everyone! We are here with our whole self in this present time. We thrive and we become someone that we never was. I guess. When you do the work on self you've come to realize on how strong you really are how smart you really are how informed you really are how resourceful you really are. How self-love and self-care really works. Cancer is no joke. But to heal and recover you have to have some type of humor and live your life. As for me, 2024 diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. Within the two years I've been through four treatments. This time I'm on xelodas with Herceptin. Herceptin through IV. And Xelodas orally. They say my liver numbers went up and it's not subtle. And I got some new pain which started in June. My hip and my lower back. It has something to do with my metastasis. I'm in pain and I'm in fear. And that's the truth. But I strive to move on and move forward and do the best that I can to do the work on me and with the doctors. All is well to all of us 🫶🏾💪🏾🦋🫂💐

What should I know about Hurthle Cell Carcinoma treatment options?

Hi everyone I've been diagnosed with Hurthle Cell Carcinoma. Had 2 surgeries now just waiting on an updated treatment plan. My mom and 8 of her brothers and sisters all passed away from some form of cancer. I figure I'm next in line. Refuse Chemo.