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Interview 32
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Since his illness he has become quieter and calmer, more understanding of others and prefers speaking with people to fighting them.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosed in 1996 after developing swellings in his neck and face. Treatment: chemotherapy, radiotherapy and a stem cell autograph. Two recurrences. Treatment included an allogenic bone marrow 'mini transplant'.
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Interview 45
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His cancer experience gave him confidence and a reason for living, making him want to help other young people with cancer.
Diagnosed 1996 with stage IV Burkitt's lymphoma, a type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. He received chemotherapy as an inpatient for five months, followed by 15 sessions of radiotherapy.
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Interview 19
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Being told she was in remission was one of the best feelings and going back to work gave her an amazing mental boost.
Hodgkins Disease diagnosed in 2004 after finding a lump in her neck. Eight cycles of ABVD chemotherapy put her into remission.
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Interview 08
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Tries to make the most of life since his diagnosis and does things now that he only thought about doing before, such as travelling.
Diagnosed in 1995 with Hodgkin's Disease following breathlessness and arthritis-like symptoms. His doctor also detected swollen lymph glands in his neck. Six cycles of chemotherapy put him into remission.
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