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Does any one find out that after only a total of four Treatments that they still get tired very easy
Hello I find out that after a total of four Treatments that I still get tired very easy and my last treatment was June the 10th. I still shouldn't get tired this easy . I'm still working part -time because that is all I can handel for now. I still hear different comments also like you cut your hair. I find that when I get…
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Insurance Issues
Just to FYI you all. It is a FEDERAL law that you can not be penelized for a preexisting condition if you are covered by insurance at an employer and then change jobs and get new insurance as soon as it is available. HIPAA When you leave your employer they should give you this form called "Proof of insurance" You give that…
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Tamoxifin
Hi! I have been on tamoxifin for about 6 months. I was having trouble with night sweats and hot flashes so my doctor put me on effexor. It helps for a while but now the night sweats and hot flashes are back. Has this ever happen to anyone else? If so, what did you do? Thanks in advance. Ida
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vision problems
I've been having problems with my vision. Sometimes I feel like they are out of focus and I can't get them coordinated with each other. Vision is also alot more blurry than before I started on Taxol and decatron. I'm 60. I plan on going to my eye doctor after the first of December, but I'm just wondering if any of you have…
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hair loss
Could someone please tell me how I can care for my scalp. I have not totally lost my hair but know it is going to happen. Is there anything speial I should do? I was told to purchase a wig which I have done. Is there anything I should wear underneath the wig? I was told there may be alot of itching and I should use a…
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How much longer?
I finished my 8 chemo sessions 6 weeks ago (AC and then T) and I am still feeling so tired. Is this normal? My legs are so weak and I still have tingling in hands and feet. I know I am impatient but I wish I would feel better soon. I am so tired of being tired. I am working and I am so tired from "pretending" to be OK when…
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double mastect -- dcis
I was diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma in Situ in July. I have had two excisions(lumpectomies) and they have not been able to get clean margins. My surgeon was willing to try a third surgery, but I decided it was time to do more research. My DCIS is multifocal, low grade. Three additional surgeons have said that they…
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Atlanta Breast Cancer, Stage IV - Met
I need treatment, I have COBRA and am out of network and employer provides no insurance. There has to be some place I can get treatment to stay alive.
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RECONSTRUCTED WOMEN WITH AGING OR REPLACED IMPLANTS
I am looking for others whose implants ruptured or were replaced due to age (expected to rupture as they were getting old) to find out: 1. How you decided whether or not to replace the implants with another pair 2. If you waited until your imlants ruptured or replaced them before they could rupture 3. If you replaced your…
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Gypsy Book
Hi everyone, I have been reading a book about gypsies during the holocaust.It is about a clan of gypsies that try to escape being sent to a concentration camp but end up getting caught. In one part all the gyspies heads are shaved. The young woman who the author of the story was marrried to comes toward him with her hands…
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CONGRATULATIONS WARRIOR AND jANV
Dear Warrior and Janv: Congrats on your pending nuptials. It is a awesome feeling to know that you are involved in bringing two people together and I and your Daughter have jan. May your love and experience of life join the two of you together as one voice one heart and may your love outshine the stars in the sky. Know…
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Rosie O'Donnell - Trial Quote
I know that we don't typically use this forum for social or political commentary, but I was just wondering what everyone thought of the Rosie O'Donnell quote that recently came out in the media - I'm referring to the statement she made to a staffer regarding having developed cancer as a result of her alleged lying - part…
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healing from radiation
I hope someone out there can give some info. I was diagnosed in oct 2002 with invasive ductile carcinoma. Had lumpectomy and auxilary node removal...11/11 pos. went through ACT chemo and 6 weeks of "agressive" radiation treatments. All of this ended in July. I am still having a lot of swelling, redness, pain and heaviness…
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HELP !!!
I know that Taxotere/Taxol cause problems with pain and tingling in your hands..but is it normal to have fluid drain from your nail beds? I had two fingers that had an infection so I'm on antibiotics for that. This is really discouraging. The numbness is starting to fade a little but I don't understand the drainage? Please…
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lots of depression
Hi everyone, I just wonder if anyone gets as depressed as I do.I went through a divorce ,remarried and now going through chemo.My16 year old is talking to me but my 18 year old doesn`t want to. All of my struggles are almost too much. When I look at myself with no hair ,I can hardly bare it. I just want to sleep all the…
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WARRIOR
To all who Read this Our beloved friend warrior has gone on a mini vacation. He will be back in the midst of our realm and told everyone to expect him next Sunday. You all have a Blessed Week Kelly
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becker implants
I would like to get any other impressions from someone out there who has a becker implant that did not have to have chemo or radiation. Is there someone out there like me? My implant is 8 months old and may well drive me crazy.
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chemo side effects
Has anyone experienced foot problems i.e., tender or numb toes, sore areas on bottom of the foot, brittle toenails? Just wondering if it's the chemo or something else.
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where is cctc web site
Hey all you ladies that go to cctc, I can't get there anymore. Hummer.... you there?
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Arimidex
Good morning, everyone: I am trying to order Arimidex for my sister who lives in the Ukraine (former USSR). Can anyone suggest a reliable online pharmacy to buy Arimidex? Previously I was buying Arimidix for her from Maple Leaf (Canada), and we were very satisfied with their service, but they require American prescription,…
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MOM
THanks for al the prayers about my mom she is meding slowly and is stil li nthe hospital I hope she goes home soon because my dad is losing it. Keep the prayers coming and know that I appreaciate all your love and support helping me get through this. For those who dont know my mom had cancer surgery a week ago. Thanks Love…
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You wonderful survivors!
You never cease to amaze me! Thank you so much for your input and yes, I will pray for God to protect me from satan in my dreams. Isn't it weird how I know to put God in charge but sometimes I try to handle it on my own and well- I am totally incapable. Thanks for reminding me to refocus on my prayer. I will read the books…
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prayers, please
My friend Ben needs prayers and a lot of them. His cancer has returned in different places than before, which is normal. It is in the Thyoid and the vocal cords. He has just given up and I can't get his positive attitute back. For those of you that said your prayers for my friend Jean, this is her father. He is my world,…
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lump on reconstructed breast update
Well, after two months I finally found out that the test showed the lump was fat necrosis so I'm fine. Thanks for all your prayers last night. I'm sure I slept better because of them. My presentation went fine. I found out just before I had to present. I wish this road was less rocky for all of us, but your support was…
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komen race
I just got back from Austin, Tx where I attended the komen race for the cure. What an awesome experience. I believe I heard there were about 16000 participants and about 700 survivors signed up for the race/walk. Of course I walked,lol. I was very emotionally moved by the experience and met some great people. If my…
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Judy22
I don't remember how many of you remember Judy Evans, but she's one of the very first I met here when I became a member. She had BC which went to her liver. She has been fighting it for years. We kept in contact even though she didn't get on the chat or contribute anymore to the message board. Well, please say a prayer for…
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Lump in reconstructed breast
Well, its been two months and a full round of doctor's appointments but I still don't have results. I had a biopsy last Tuesday. I'm out of town and had 4 calls from the doctor that did the biopsy today. I started panicing but remember a note on here earlier about HIPPA and thought maybe she can't leave even good news on…
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bad day
I have worn my hair long but when I got chemo I was told to get it cut . Yesterday , I brushed my hair and hair was falling everywhere. I still had enough hair ( since mine was thick hair) to go to work. I drove over to drop some papers off at the chemo building and asked my nurse who helps me if my hair would at least…
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SusanG update
Hello everyone. I apologize for not giving updates on Susan until now. She went up on the 20th and I on the 23rd (actually did not arrive at the house until 3Am on the 24th). She had been in appointments leading up to her surgery on the 24th. Dr Cody did a lumpectomy and took 5 sentinel nodes, all of which showed negative…
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breast reconstruction
Hi I was wondering if anyone can give me feedback on breast reconstruction surgery. I am looking into having reconstruction on both sides using the back muscles, along with implants. Has anyone gone through this proceedure? If so, are you happy with it? Are there concerns I should know about? Riley