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Re: Chronic anemia + sluggish bone marrow = frequent transfusions
Jessica,
I guess I don't understand why the cancer center feels the risks are greater with Aranesp than with blood infusions.
Have you tried taking liquid chlorophyll and having a lot of dark green leafy vegetables in your diet? It might make a small difference that would add some more QOL. If you add these it would be best to add something that would also thin the blood. I guess the cancer center wouldn't be as enthusiastic about the addition of more red wine . . .
I have heard exercise helps with blood counts. I know it sounds crazy because you are so tired. Maybe a little walk would help?
I've seen this with anemia before and am so sorry about the terrible fatigue.
May every sleep be restful, and may you find a solution to this anemia soon.
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Stage IIb Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, Pagets, 3 of 15 positive nodes
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Additional treatments:
GP2 vaccine, San Antonio Med Ctr
Prescriptive Exercise for Cancer Patients
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