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Rituxan: It's not chemo, but.....

Every now and then I actually post something pertinent to my disease, and while I'm not really posting anything here, I am directing you to another website, which I consider of invaluable importance for anyone suffering with leukemia or lymphoma.

Rituxan is one of those drugs that has definitely proven its worth over time. Used in combination with other chemo drugs [and often times alone], it has increased the period of progression free survival (PFS), and the overall survival (OS) for those suffering from leukemia or lymphoma.

But despite being a wonder drug, and not really considered chemotherapy per se, that doesn't mean it isn't without its side effects and complications. Nor does it mean it won't [still] be my drug of choice (initially as a single agent therapy), when the time comes to start treatment, even after reading this article.

So if you're one of those people with leukemia or lymphoma, this is definitely a must read, as you either have or will be taking this drug at some point, and the article is helpful in explaining how Rituxan works, and the long term implications of extended use.

And while you're at it, you might consider perusing the site for other useful information. There is a wealth of knowledge there, and Chaya Venkat, the author, is one of those people, who despite not being a doctor, has the innate ability to describe things in terms everyone can comprehend. She is also one of the most knowledgeable people I have come across, and whose motives I believe above reproach.
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