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    • August 29, 2010 at 8:30 pm
    Jim M.
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      Hi Monica,

       There is always hope. I was diagnosed stage 3C with an unknown primary. It was discovered when it got to the lymph nodes. I had a lymph node dissection, radiation, and 4 doses of Ipilimumab along with vaccines. I've been NED for 2 years, 10 months. There are many here who have been NED longer. Once you find out the results and get a game plan you will feel more in control. If possible find a melanoma specialist, get a 2nd opinion (or more). Consider now what you can do to boost your immune system i.e. food, supplements, exercise.

       

       Best of success and God Bless,

       

       Jim M.

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