CAR T-cell therapy is a new treatment option for lymphoma patients whose disease has been resistant to standard chemotherapy. This presentation describes what’s involved in going through CAR T-cell therapy, the CAR T-cell products currently approved by the FDA, and the short- and long-term side effects of treatment.

Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) often affects the genitals in patients who undergo a stem cell transplant using cells from a donor (allogeneic transplant). Genital GVHD can cause pain and can interfere with sexual intimacy. Learn how to detect and treat genital GVHD in both men and women.

This presentation explains how to manage some common eating difficulties experienced by stem cell transplant recipients. It also discusses the impact of transplant and diet on long-term health problems such as metabolic syndrome and osteoporosis, and common myths about the relationship between cancer and certain foods and diets.

This video will discuss why a patient with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) may need CAR T-cell therapy; the steps involved in making a CAR T-cell product; how CAR T-cells are administered to patients; and both short- and long-term side effects, and outcomes associated with CAR T-cell the

Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a common complication after a stem cell transplant with donor cells (allogeneic transplant). This presentation discusses the manifestations of chronic GVHD on the skin, hair, and nails; how skin GVHD can affect activities of daily living; and pharmacologic and non-pharmacological therapies that can help patients who have skin GVHD

A third of patients who undergo a stem cell transplant are either pediatric, adolescent or young adult patients for whom fertility after transplant can be a major concern. A variety of fertility preservation options prior to transplant, and assisted reproduction options after transplant, may enable a stem cell transplant recipient to build a family after transplant.

Dry mouth, mouth sores and reduced saliva production are common after a stem cell transplant. Being vigilant about daily mouth care and finding a dentist who is familiar with problems that can arise after transplant are important steps to take to protect your mouth long-term after transplant.

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells, which are blood cells that are responsible for producing antibodies to fight infections. Patients with multiple myeloma often undergo a stem cell transplant as part of their initial treatment. Maintenance therapy after a stem cell transplant can enable myeloma patients to live longer but can also cause side effects.

Living with graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) can be challenging not only for the patient, but for the patient’s caregiver as well. It is vital for family caregivers to maintain their own health and quality of life while caring for the patient/loved-one. This presentation presents a road map for how to do just that.

The peripheral nerves in our body control our sensation and movement. Damage to the peripheral nerves is called peripheral neuropathy. This video discusses the different types of peripheral neuropathy, causes, risk factors, symptoms, tests to diagnose it and treatment options.