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Nick_seven

Updated 6mo ago

Dealing with Mantle Cell Lymphoma: Need Advice on Chemo Options

Hey folks, 66 here. Got hit with Mantle Cell Lymphoma about 7 years back and have been keeping an eye on it with regular blood tests. Then, boom, a couple of weeks ago, this big lump just showed up out of nowhere. My doc's talking about starting chemo and laid out my options: Rituximab with Bendamustine or throwing Cytarabine into the mix as well. If anyone's been down this road and can share their experience or advice, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks a ton!

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"Rituximab and Bendamustine are often used together as a standard treatment for mantle cell lymphoma, and adding Cytarabine can enhance the effectiveness of the regimen in some cases. However, the cho...See More

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JosephBe

8mo

I went through a treatment mix of Velcade, Rituxan, Cyclophosphamide, Adriamycin, and prednisone, and honestly, it did wonders for me. By the end of my treatment, my PET scan was all clear, showing a complete response. Now, I'm on Rituximab as my maintenance treatment.
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CalamityLeslie

6mo

There are many different treatments available however it depends on your unique situation as to what one will benefit you the most. I think the most impotant thing you can do if you have not already is find a MCL specialist. They can match you to treatment by your biomarkers and your unique MCL much better than a general oncologist can . Hoping you get the right answers

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