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Newly stage 3 diagnosis

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    • August 4, 2014 at 2:03 am
    Happy_girl
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      I had been posting anonymously- but after encouragement from several people, I created a profile.  I am so thankful for those who has posted and shared their thought and opinions.  I feel like I am all consumed by my diagnosis right now and constantly afraid…. Afraid that I'll miss my baby girl grow up….leave my best friend.

      * I believe next I will have a clnd.  My sln was originally said to be clear- but then 4 months later said to have a microscopic cell.  I'm so uncertain about what is coming next.

      thanks for your thoughts!

      ~ also…. Thoughts on interferon???

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        • August 4, 2014 at 2:58 am
        brittanyx
        Participant
          Sending positive thoughts your way. You are very strong. I’m stage lllb and will be doing interferon for a year. I’ve talked to many people that have done interferon and are and have been NED. You’ll probably hear about the horrible side effects, but can’t base somebody else’s experience on what you could experience because every body is different. Some people experience side effects worse than others. No one should ever regret what treatment they decide. Keep being strong. If you’d like to be be in contact or have someone to talk to you can always message me!
          • August 4, 2014 at 2:58 am
          brittanyx
          Participant
            Sending positive thoughts your way. You are very strong. I’m stage lllb and will be doing interferon for a year. I’ve talked to many people that have done interferon and are and have been NED. You’ll probably hear about the horrible side effects, but can’t base somebody else’s experience on what you could experience because every body is different. Some people experience side effects worse than others. No one should ever regret what treatment they decide. Keep being strong. If you’d like to be be in contact or have someone to talk to you can always message me!
            • August 4, 2014 at 2:58 am
            brittanyx
            Participant
              Sending positive thoughts your way. You are very strong. I’m stage lllb and will be doing interferon for a year. I’ve talked to many people that have done interferon and are and have been NED. You’ll probably hear about the horrible side effects, but can’t base somebody else’s experience on what you could experience because every body is different. Some people experience side effects worse than others. No one should ever regret what treatment they decide. Keep being strong. If you’d like to be be in contact or have someone to talk to you can always message me!
              • August 4, 2014 at 5:09 am
              Socks
              Participant

                *hugs* I'm IIIc myself. Getting ready for my next set of scans soon. Personally I chose not to do interferon but that's based entirely on my life and my personal situation. I feel that, for me personally, it's not a good idea. Make sure you go over all the options – and the pros & cons of each – with your doctor. Ask about clinical trials, etc. 

                And do everything you can to remain positive. It sounds kind of silly, but a positive attitude really does help!

                • August 4, 2014 at 5:09 am
                Socks
                Participant

                  *hugs* I'm IIIc myself. Getting ready for my next set of scans soon. Personally I chose not to do interferon but that's based entirely on my life and my personal situation. I feel that, for me personally, it's not a good idea. Make sure you go over all the options – and the pros & cons of each – with your doctor. Ask about clinical trials, etc. 

                  And do everything you can to remain positive. It sounds kind of silly, but a positive attitude really does help!

                  • August 4, 2014 at 5:09 am
                  Socks
                  Participant

                    *hugs* I'm IIIc myself. Getting ready for my next set of scans soon. Personally I chose not to do interferon but that's based entirely on my life and my personal situation. I feel that, for me personally, it's not a good idea. Make sure you go over all the options – and the pros & cons of each – with your doctor. Ask about clinical trials, etc. 

                    And do everything you can to remain positive. It sounds kind of silly, but a positive attitude really does help!

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