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It's Just Benign: Connecting Benign Brain Tumor Survivors Everywhere
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Ann Manzi commented on maria toscano's blog post Trying to be strong"Maria, Hi. Read your blog and sorry that you doubt yourself. You have been through hell and accepting changes is very difficult. I hope that if you change any meds, it is under a drs. supervision. I was anxious about taking walks alone…"
Ann Manzi replied to Lisa Morgan's discussion It could have been worse....why can't I leave it behind me!"Lisa, Hi. I read your posting and I think you are still processing what has happened. You need to give yourself time to accept what has happened and keep talking about it. I was diagnosed with a brain tumor in August; having no symptome except…"
Ann Manzi posted a status"Out and about this weekend with family and friends. Love living life..... Ben Franklin do isn't good so wigs are off the manequin and on me"
Ann Manzi left a comment for John"Hey John, Love seeing your mask of courage and you got something I didn't; a diploma......I just left the room ringing the bell for the end to this lag of the journey. Wishing you the very best and keep in touch.ann manzi"
Ann Manzi posted a status"Ended the radiation Wednesday, seizure Thursday, always a step back to gain steps forward. Fellow travelers.... keep the faith."
Ann Manzi posted a status"First day wo a treatment. Now focusing on getting stronger and living life. Brought home my mask as my trophy of courage."
Ann Manzi commented on Paul Gerrard's blog post surgery,was it worth it?"Good morning Paul, despite not feeling quite right. I am so new to this journey that I may not be much help. But my suggestion to you is to become your own advocate, search for answers, get second opinions and empower yourself so not to be afraid. I…"
Ann Manzi posted a status"Two more radiation treatments.....yeah and then the waiting game for results."
Ann Manzi commented on Paul Gerrard's blog post surgery,was it worth it?"Lisa, I wish you find the necessary support to cope with the ups and downs. It can be unbearable at times and sometimes you feel like you are in the twilight zone. If I can be of any help, please contact me. We are all different but trying to find…"
Ann Manzi replied to Beth Rosenthal's discussion help end my munching"Beth, Hi. I sometimes think, I deserve something that isn't healthy..... I read recently that if you eat with your less dominant hand, you will eat half. Of course, I haven't tried it but maybe you could be brave. Take care, ann"
Ann Manzi commented on Paul Gerrard's blog post surgery,was it worth it?"Not sure if I can help; but know that other's walk in your steps. I woke up with a seizure in August 2011, diagnosed with a very large meningoma and had a cranitomy surgery at Jefferson in Phila., and home three days later. I finish my 30…"
Ann Manzi left a comment for princess kabakole"Sorry I didn't get back to you and not sure how to add you as a friend. Hope you are enjoying this day and every other. ann"
Profile Information
- Who are you?
- Survivor
- What type of tumor do/did you have?
- meningeonoma
- What kind of info do you want from this site?
- hear other people's journey
medical treatments
- What state or country are you located in?
- Pa
- How did you find itsjustbenign.org? Please be as specific as possible.
- met Beth at Survivor's tent at Race for Hope, 11/6
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 10:59pm on February 4, 2012,
John said… Here are my parting gifts from radiation therapy.
- At 8:15pm on November 10, 2011,
Beth Rosenthal said… Hello Ann. I'm so glad that you joined. Last weekend was awesome!
My standard greeting...Hello Ann and welcome. I started this site because I had such difficulty finding benign brain tumor survivors, like myself. I'm a long term survivor (but have many side-effects): diagnosed in 1985 at age 11. Besides connecting with survivors, we can exchange medical info, get support, etc. There is a Q & A with a neurosurgeon and a nutritionist under the Resources tab. Also there are many different groups such as religious discussions, migraines, seizures, depression and anxiety, etc. Thanks again for joining. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
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