Behave like....Act like...
For the many who have immensely benefited from radioimmunotherapy (RIT), I say, "Behave like you have lymphoma; act like you are cured".
What do I mean?
Be cognizant, be responsible in your behavior---sedulously follow your physician's instructions in follow-up; make sure certain documents are completed, e.g., health care surrogate designation---and so on.
But, act like you are cured. Do not think, "How long will the remission last? What is the data from the most recent study?". Acting like you are cured means that you enjoy each day, express optimism in full measure and look for ways to help others.
Having been in remission now nearly 4 years after Zevalin therapy for Stage IV non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, I certainly am acting like I am cured.
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