Ep. 82 – Karen’s Journey: Brain Lymphoma & One Year in Remission

In this powerful episode of Let’s Talk Fng Cancer*, Colette and Julia sit down with Karen, who was diagnosed in April 2024 with lymphoma of the brain. What followed was months of intensive chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant at Stanford, and the battle of a lifetime.Karen courageously shares her journey — from the frightening first symptoms to the shock of diagnosis, the grueling treatment process, and ultimately celebrating her one-year remission anniversary. She opens up about:How her diagnosis was discovered after unusual tremors led to an MRIThe impact of treatment on her independence, daily life, and familyHer visualization techniques during chemo that gave her strength and hopeThe importance of her medical team, her grandchildren, and her work “babies” in keeping her fighting spirit aliveThe emotional shift of going from “cancer patient” to reclaiming her life after treatmentKaren’s story is one of resilience, gratitude, and the power of never giving up.🎧 Tune in for this inspiring conversation — and a reminder to celebrate every milestone, no matter how small.Resources for Listeners:Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Lymphoma of the BrainAmerican Cancer Society – Understanding Brain LymphomaCancerCare – Support Services for Lymphoma PatientsStanford Health Care – Stem Cell Transplant Information