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Genital graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) can affect both men and women after transplant, making sex painful. Topical steroids and, in some women, estrogen is the usual treatment.
Fourteen to 15% of patients who develop chronic graft-versus-host disease after transplant develop bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome (BOS), a common manifestation of lung GVHD. Outcomes are best in patients diagnosed and properly treated early in the course of the disease.
Being a caregiver for a person with GVHD presents unique challenges and stresses. Through regular personalized self-care, community support and a focus on leading a meaningful life, the physical and mental toll of caregiving can be managed.
The immune system fights both infection and cancer. When cancer cells evade the immune system, the patient's T-cells, which are part of the immune system, can be genetically engineered to fight the cancer cells. This is called CAR T cell therapy.
Presenter: Joseph Pidala MD, PhD, Associate Member of the Moffitt Blood and Marrow Transplantation and Cellular Immunotherapy Program, and Associate Professorin the Department of Oncologic Sciences at the University of
Presenter: Nathaniel S. Treister, Chief of the Divisions of Oral Medicine and Dentistry at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Associate Professor of Oral Medicine, Infection, and
Music is one of the only phenomena that stimulates both sides of the brain. When used intentionally, it can help soothe anxiety and improve brain function. Music therapists work as part of the healthcare team to improve a patient’s quality of life.
You do not go through transplant and come out the same on the other side. Transplant survivors and their loved ones draw on an inner strength they may not know they have to persevere and become the heroes of their own stories.
Recovering from a bone marrow or stem cell transplant using donor cells requires life-long vigilance to detect potential long-term complications. Having a support team of doctors and family can help ensure a long, healthy life.
Growth and endocrine problems are common after bone marrow transplant. Yearly screening is necessary to detect the problems early. Lifestyle modifications such as exercise and diet can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. This is a recording of a workshop presented at the 2019 Celebrating a Second Chance at Life Survivorship Symposium. Presentation is 30 minutes followed by 30 minutes of Q&A.
