"Walking Miracle" and AML Survivor Rhonda Frederick Stewart

Marrow Masters

English - June 22, 2023 10:10 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
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Previous Episode: Dr. Andy Harris on the Challenges Facing Young Patients with cGVHD

Next Episode: Dr. Matt Kalaycio on the Importance of GVHD Clinical Trials

Rhonda Frederick Stewart has been through it all. She was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2012. Her chemo treatment likely led to acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Later, she developed both a brain bleed and an aneurism. Today, she takes us through her journey of survivorship and inspiration.

Rhonda's treatment has led to Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease(GVHD) of the lungs, skin, eyes. and gastrointestinal system (GI system.) Through a combination of communications with her medical team at Johns Hopkins, and a desire to "figure things out," she tells us how she fought through each of these symptoms. In fact, many of her tips and tricks may benefit our listeners.

Throughout her treatment, today's guest developed her "Rhonda Realism." Sometimes, it's a bad day. Rhonda often relies on music, prayer, and her spirituality to get through the bad days. Because, as she is fond of saying (and singing), "The sun will come out tomorrow!"

In fact, she's put her fighting spirit to paper. You can find out more about her book below.

Rhonda's Book The Faith Fighter vs. The Health Destroyer: https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Fighter-Health-Destroyer-ebook/dp/B0B3YC5X9N

Systane eye drops mentioned by Rhonda: https://systane.myalcon.com

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