admitted to the hospital for severe lower back pain and swelling of my lower legs...the tumor in my abdominal wall had grown from a golf ball to the size of a baseball..tests were completed..the tumor was pressing on my pelvic nerves causing kidney and bladder problems.. then my blood vessels affecting my urine output..but I had been on a diaretic...they put me on prednisone and low morphine dose..and a catheter...hence I am having 10 rounds of radiation to shrink this tumor in my pelvic area..now at home..but this could have been a disaster..hope the radiation works,,I have had lymphoma for almost 3 years..on imbrutinib for 18 months..blod work had always been good..surgery is not an option...praying and hoping for the best as my daughter turns 50 in June and am planning a party for her..she is the best...will keep you posted..so wonderful to have this great support group..I live in London ontario and we have some of the best doctors in the world..London Health Sciences Centre..worked for them for 28 years..loved it..so proud of our health care.
UPDATE ON MY CONDITION: admitted to the hospital... - CLL Support
UPDATE ON MY CONDITION
Good luck!🍀
Wishing you only the best!
We're all pulling for you!
Just look forward to your daughters birthday 🎂 party, and wishing you well over the next few months.
Colette
Wishing you all the very best with your treatment. Sounds like you have a good team looking out for you
I am full of admiration for you Tlcladygiraffe! Even though you are bearing the burden of multiple health issues, you are full of gratitude and love for your daughter.
So glad you have such excellent healthcare, which is one less worry and something you can have confidence in.
All the best to you and keep us posted - you are one awesome lady!!
XOXO,
D.
Huge best wishes and get yourself fully well for your daughter’s 50th birthday party. Seeing you recovered would be the best present she could receive! 😊
You’re in very good hands and we’re all wishing you well.
Newdawn
Not sure what went into the choice of your handle, which seems to speak to who you are. You are a lady and a giraffe, standing tall and strong to meet whatever comes your way, determined to heal and nourish your body and soul, and finding dignity and grace in the midst of challenges.
I'm reminded of a song we sometimes sing in our spiritual community:
Awaken, Arise! to the wholeness of your being.
Awaken, Arise! to the beauty of your soul.
Awaken, Arise! to the strength that you have in you.
Awaken, Arise! to who you truly are.
May you continue to draw on all you have to fight this and to be there for those you love, including yourself.
Hope the XRT improves your quality of life quickly, so you can enjoy that party.
Sending you love and hope.
Cx
Aren't we fortunate to be living in a time of medical breakthroughs. Miracles every day. Your turn now. Sending you very positive thoughts.
Beattie
Many blessings sent to you from West Virginia in the States. 💙🙏🏻❤️
Wishing you the very best of luck
Praying for you!!!
Starting Venetoclax on Wednesday 
I was diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma on my chin today.
UPDATE-visit to UCHL
Feedback on my new treatment options, what to do?
