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 MRI
• The impact of treatment on her independence, daily life, and family
• Her visualization techniques during chemo that gave her strength and hope
• The importance of her medical team, her grandchildren, and her work “babies” in keeping her fighting spirit alive
• The emotional shift of going from “cancer patient” to reclaiming her life after treatment

Karen’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 Brain
• American Cancer Society – Understanding Brain Lymphoma
• CancerCare – Support Services for Lymphoma Patients
• Stanford Health Care – Stem Cell Transplant Information