Chronic GVHD can affect the mouth and lips in a variety of ways. Learn how to manage the symptoms of GVHD in the mouth and prevent future problems from arising.

Up to 50% of people develop lung problems after a transplant using donor cells. Some are caused by infection. Graft-versus-host disease can cause bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome (BOS). Frequent pulmonary function tests are important to catch breathing problems early after transplant.

Chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a significant side effect of an allogeneic transplant (a transplant using donor cells). Learn the risk factors for developing chronic GVHD, organs it affects and treatment options.

Improvements in bone marrow, stem cell and cord blood transplantation (hematopoietic cell transplantation) have translated into more survivors living long lives. It is important for survivors to know their long-term health risks so that they can get appropriate screenings and care to prevent and treat major health issues long-term.

Recovering emotionally after a bone marrow, stem cell or cord blood transplant can take many months for survivors and family members alike. Living in the present, rather than dwelling on the past or fearing the future, can improve survivors’ emotional health after transplant.

Many people report cognitive problems, such as forgetfulness and difficulty concentrating, after transplant. Changes can range from vary subtle, to annoying and affecting your life-style, to very severe. Learn which strategies are effective for managing cognitive problems, and which are not, after transplant.

Autologous transplants (transplant using your own cells) are most often used to treat patients with multiple myeloma, Hodgkin Disease and non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Potential late effects after transplant require life-long monitoring to ensure a good quality of life.