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Breast Cancer

Archives for June 2003

Protecting radiated area post-rad
Hi! I'm looking for tips on protecting radiated area years after receiving treatments. 2.5 yrs. ago, I finished 33 radiation treatments to my left breast (preceded by chemo and lumpectomy). Although, I didn't sustain any really bad burns during the treatments, the area has remained sensitive. 2 yrs. post-rad, the area…
Taxol Treatments Start Tomorrow
I just finished three rounds of A/C on June 17th. I begin my first of three rounds of taxol tomorrow. I have been told that I should not be nauseous. I have lost hair on my head the eyebrows are thin but I still have eyelashes. I need advise - what should I expect from Taxol?
CAAT
Hi everyone! As a public service announcement I want to let you all know about the promising cancer treatment called Controlled Amino Acid Therapy (CAAT). I have been volunteering there for 3 years and have seen and heard of many patients responding. I have even answered the phone and spoken to oncologists requesting our…
Chemopause
Well, I guess that my last (4th) Chemo treatment (AC) has done what my oncologist hoped for -- sent me into early menopause (I'm 44 now)...whether it's permanent or not is yet to be determined. I'm into the hot flashes/night sweats BIG time (every 10-20 minutes round the clock; it wakes me up at night A LOT, and is ROYALLY…
back with more questions
I saw my ONc.last Fri. and everything is fine.Thank the Lord!!! had ct scan before seeing my onc. asked some questions but,for my own insecurities always feel like you need that little bit more. I use to post and read at this sight almost 3 years now. Have been through all the chemo rad. herceptin once a week for 6 months…
Bone met bioptsy
Hi.....On Monday I am having a bioptsy to determine if my b/c has spread to my bones. Is it a painful procedure? And if the test is positive can there be treatment? My bone scan showed hot spots near my tailbone and towards my right buttocks......my MRI was good.......I even had an xray to be sure. I lost my right breast,…
7 Down 1 to go
Well all of you wonderful helpers, I have completed 7/8 ths of my treatment. Last one scheduled for 7/17/03. I really can't wait. The taxotere has taken it's toll but the upside is some hair recovery and knowing the end is in sight. Following the last treatment will be the removal of the port and the rest of the…
Nipple Reconstruction
My tale of double mastectomy, chemo and hair loss, reconstruction via expanders and finally the new prostheses at age 65 is much like many I've read on this board. However I have been unable to learn much about the experiences anyone has had with reconstruction of the missing nipples. I have an appointment next Tuesday,…
MRI & Esaperation (sp?)
Last week when they did the Diagnostic Mammogram and Ultrasound, they found two small spots on my other breast. They believe they are cysts, but could not tell for sure because of the size. They have scheduled me for an MRI of that breast on Monday and scheduled to esaperate (sp?) it on Thursday. They are wanting to make…
New Insurance Plan
To be fair, I think that the state of Maryland is trying to meet the health care needs of its citizens, even cancer patients. It recently created the Maryland Health Insurance Program which appears to offer some kind of prescription coverage in addition to some plan choices at a somewhat lower cost. If it really works, it…
increased breast tissue
I had a mastectomy 2 years ago this month on my right side. Yesterday I had a mammo of the left breast & today my doctor's office called to say the radiologist reported increasded breast tissue and to have a follow-up mammo in 6 months. However my doctor is suggesting I make an appointment with my surgeon right away. My…
Hair Loss.....and Chemo side effects
I start chemo in about a week (after my port is "install"). I know that I will lose my hair. My question is: Will I lose all the hair on my body? I know that everyone is different with chemo but what can I generally expect? I'm really nervous about all of this. I can now think clearly since the shock is slowly wearing off.…
1st treament and now have acne 3 days later
Please help. I'm 47 years old and thought my acne days were behind me. I've just had my first AC treatment 3 days ago and have a painful breakout on my chin. Is this normal acne? almost feel like blisters. Do I treat it as normal acne? Any suggestions appreciated, thanks Amelia
reece's news????
Did anyone hear what the Doctor's office wanted with reece? She said in her message she was due to see the doctor on Tuesday. Beth
Has any heard
I sent a message in eary June concerning Glow, and I have not gotten a response from her. Has anyone heard anything from Glow? The last message she wrote she stated that she was "terrified." We all have felt that horrible feeling of terror. I am concerned for her.
Question on White Cell Counts Shots
I just finshed my third and final treatment of A/C. It was done once every two week on a Tuesday. My doctor gave me shots I have to give to myself at bedtime starting on day three (Thursday) through the next Thursday to help increase the white cell count. Is anyone else doing this? For whatever reason I cannot seem to get…
Soreness for so long?
Hi everyone. Here's my complaint for the day: I am 5 weeks out of radiation. I still am having soreness and pinching sensations in my breast. The radiation angried up the surgery sites (lumpectomy and axilla -- 21 nodes removed) and I am concerned about the continuation of sensation (sometimes it really hurts!). My skin…
I have new doctors!!!!!!
Thank all of you for your support last week when I found out my doctor was being deployed and was sent to a new doctor I did not like. Anyway, I called my insurance company and told them I did not like the new doctor. They called me back and now I am being seen by the Head of the Department at the Medical University!!!! He…
A song about Hope and Support
Hello guys !!! I found a great link where you can download a song of an amazing latina singer-songwriter and breast cancer survivor , Soraya . The song is No One Else and with every download Aventis will donate $1 ... check it out : http://www.livingwithit.org/offering/soraya.html or : http://www.soraya.com/lwi/index2.html…
Post-Chemo effects
I had my last chemo treatment on May23,2003. This is June 23 a full month later. My energy level is in the cellar or close to it. When I walk there's definitely no zip to it--very slow--and that's as fast as it gets right now--like my legs/body don't want to do what my brain wants them to--more like a tortoise. I tire…
Oopherectomy vs hysterectomy
Just wondering if anyone ever convinced a doc to do the hysterectomy instead...and if so ..how did you do it?? : )
Exercise after Mastectomy
It has been 3 months since my mastectomy. My surgeon saw me a couple times after surgery and he thought I was doing great with the daily exercises he gave me. Lots of illustrations and descriptions with the exercise sheets. I do the exercises at least 30-40 minutes a day. I used to do an hour a day, but my oncologist…
disappointed in friends and relatives
A heartfelt thanks to all of you who replied. Much love and luck to all of you...you are very kind survivors. Sue
Recurrence/Oopherectomy/Prophylactic Mastectomy
Hi, I am searching for your thoughts and insights. At 33, I had stage 2 BC with no nodes involved. Mastectomy, chemo and tamoxifen. In 2000,at age 38 4yr.11months out, chest wall recurrence. Chemo and radiation. Now on Zoladex (yippe, I am still premeno.)and Arimidex. I am having an oopherectomy ( ovaries removed), so I…
phone call from dr. - scared now
HI I recently had an endometrial biospy(had breast cancer in august), any way - I got my results on June 12, over the phone - all was normal, I was told. So yesterday, I got a call from that doctor's office, but they did not leave a message (I have caller ID). Now, all kinds of scary things are going through my head - what…
Raising money for the Race for the Cure
My mother had breast cancer and on Sept 14 we are trying to get the biggest group of people together for the Race for the Cure and I am trying to raise as much money as possible. If you are at all interested please check out this site. http://hooterhelpers.chariteam.com PLease check it out even if you are not able to…
Raising money for the Race for the Cure
I am trying to raise money for the Race for the Cure. I am participating in the race on Sept. 14 and I am trying to raise as much money as I can. My mother had breast cancer and I really want to try and make a difference by helping them find a cure. If you are at all interested please check out this…
Tingling in Arm
I had a left mastectomy three weeks ago yesterday. The feeling is slowly coming back into that arm which is a good thing. However, if the fabric from my clothing touches certain areas it burns. My doctor says it's "hypersensitive". It feels like real bad sunburn. Will this ever go away?
Treatment for Lung mest
Had bi lat mastect 4/02. Susequent tumor right axillary. Went through 1 yr chemo, first cmf then 4 adriamycin, 4 taxol. Now have another growth right axillary and spots on lung. Was told I need more chemo and that lung is first priority. Please let me know course of treatment taken by anyone in similar circumstance. THANKS
The rug was just pulled out from under me.
Thank all of you first for your replies to "I was just diagnosed" I met with my surgeon on Monday. She was GREAT. She spent an hour and a half with my husband and I. She did tell me there is concern that part of my tumor may be invasive. She went over the pros and cons of a Lumpectomy and Mascectomy. She also discussed her…

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