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Abbreviated TX Because Of Age

A MyLymphomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Sacramento, CA

I am in remission from DLBCL. I was treated with Rituxin infusion every 21 days for 6 cycles. Also I took imbruvica and Revlimid orally. I am 88 y/o . Anyone else have similar TX?

June 29, 2023
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A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I did quite well on the TX. However, I could not eat much secondary to nausea and lost weight. I was very tired and couldn't do much. It was immotherapy TX that I got. I did not lòose my hair.
I am in complete remission now. Remission does not mean curred but if l get a couple more years, I will be OK with that.
Now, most of my energy has returned for an old lady !
Best wishes and they will certainly find a TX for you.

August 22, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Yes, I could do very little. I had to have someone drive me to monthly Dr. appts and weekly lab. It was an effort to anything as far as fixing food or anything around the house. I had groceries delivered.
But, now that I have been in remission for a few months, my energy has returned.

August 24, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I am 90 and looking forward to a similar treatment.

August 23, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I am 75 y/o and thought that I was too old for treatments to be effective. None have been prescribed yet, though the DLBCL was identified positively, one CT scan done, and a PET scan scheduled. My only major symptom is ongoing fatigue and some nausea. Your post is encouraging for me because of your age.

August 22, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I’m 72 and just diagnosed with large B cell lymphoma. I think that’s what you also have? I’m just waiting to hear about treatment. Have the treatments been tolerable? Sounds like you’re doing well! I’m encouraged from reading your post.

July 13, 2023

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