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My Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT/SCT) story: Will you share yours?

Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) & CAR-T Cell Therapy | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (549)
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@katgob

Yes, so far, so good. Simple dinner and looking for how I feel. I have napped acouple 30 minute bits.
I love the support. I will cover the nurses and staff who help me on the way. Walking is something promoted and the route around floor six is marked by feet on the baseboards.
I watched the minion shows for 1 hour. It made it easy to focus. Fun.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Apr 9 7:10am

Good morning @katgob! Happy Rebirth Day! Wishing you a smooth transition into your 2nd life as you get the infusion of stem cells. Pretty anticlimactic after all the buildup because it only takes about 20 minutes, but gives you a new lifetime. 💚💙
Over the next couple of weeks you’ll most likely feel very tired and possibly nauseated. This will pass so keep up your good spirits. Sending an air hug! 🧬

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Apr 12 8:28am

Hi @katgob…sending a hug. Day 3 for you! The next two weeks can be pretty challenging as your body starts feeling the after-effects of the preconditioning chemo and the transplant itself. As soon as those new cells engraft in your marrow, usually 14 to 20 days after infusion, you’ll start to feel much better again as the bone marrow starts producing new blood cells!

Just so you’re aware, fatigue will be your constant companion for a while. Don’t try to push yourself because it can’t be done. Just listen to your body when it tells you to rest. It’s not a failure on your part! So do your best to keep your spirits up during this period. It passes! Sending positive vibes for strength and courage. 💕

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