Paula Campa | Multiple Myeloma Survivor

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In Dec 2010, I really didn’t know what kind of cancer I had. I only knew I was in terrible back pain and had little if any desire to get up out of bed. If it was not for my husband and children, I probably would’ve accepted a more conservative treatment to controlling this awfully deceptive form of cancer. I accepted so many different treatments from radiation, to back surgery.

I just wasn’t getting any better and believed I might just be crazy. My family pushed me to search on the internet and find someone somewhere who knew about multiple myeloma. UAMS came up first on the internet page. Today, as my Doc says, I’m cured. Cured or in remission, I am so blessed to be a patient of UAMS. I am hopeful and happy to see everyone else beating this disease one-day at a time.

May you all be filled with the blessings of the season. And thanks to the wonderful people who dedicate their service to defeating multiple myeloma and cancer for good. My family love you and thank you so much.

Paula Campa

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  • disqus_EjeMYXJOou

    Paula, what a beautiful testimony to UAMS, its doctors, and its staff. My husband went through treatment at the same time as you (he too is in now in remission, praise the Lord). We all spent many difficult days in the infusion center, but patients such as you gave others the will to continue. In spite of how you felt day to day, you still managed a smile and friendly hello. You were a fighter every step of the way, and it paid off. Your example helped others to work toward their goal as well. I must also mention your husband–he was such a wonderful caregiver as you went through treatment. I will never forget the day the two of you walked in wearing your Air Force caps. You had just gotten your remaining hair shaved off, and in support, he shaved his head as well. What a show of love that was! It was so inspiring to everyone! Wow! I am so happy you are now able to relax and enjoy life! Congratulations! ~~~Marcia Reed

  • Jane Girouard

    Paula, I was delighted to see your post on facebook!! We met in Arkansas in early 2011…my daughter, Jody Proescher, was undergoing treatment for MM and is also in remission!! Thank God and Dr Barlogie!! I think of you and Fernando often…Miracles happen at UAMS….congratulations!! You got yours!!! The holidays are upon us again. Wishing you and Fernando a wonderfully Merry Christmas and a Happy, Happy New Year!!!
    ~~~~Jane Girouard

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