A cancer diagnosis in your 20s or 30s can raise questions most people never expect to face so early in life.
In this episode, we speak with Chris Pagliarulo, who was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at the age of 29, about the medical, emotional, and practical realities of cancer during early adulthood. We explore issues that are especially relevant for adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients, including delayed diagnosis, fertility preservation, treatment side effects, career disruption, relationships, and finding connection with others who understand. While this conversation highlights experiences unique to AYAs, patients and caregivers of all ages may hear pieces of their own experience reflected in what Chris shares.
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Mentioned on this episode:
- Young Adult Resources
- Hodgkin lymphoma
- Fertility and family planning resources
- Patti Robinson Kauffman First Connection®
- Light The Night
Additional Blood Cancer United Support Resources:
- Information Specialists
- Financial support
- Online Chat
- Free Nutrition Consultations
- Free telephone/web patient programs
- Free booklets
- Clinical Trial Support Center
- Support groups
- Caregiver support
- Caregiver Workbook
- Survivorship Workbook
- Advocacy and Public Policy
- Patient Community
- Mental Health Resources