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Breast Cancer

Archives for September 2009

One year ago
Sept 8th was the one year anniversary of my mammogram, then second mammogram, then ultrasound, then second ultrasound by the radiologist herself and her proclamation that I needed to have a biopsy and she wanted me to have it within a week. "Gee, doc, do you think it's anything serious?" Well, a year has passed. I've had…
Met with Oncologist
Hi everyone! I met my oncologist Wednesday for the first time and have definitely learned a lot. Quick recap: had excisional biopsy and discovered my cancer is invasive; had lymph node biopsy and all 4 nodes were clear. I'm Stage I invasive well-differentiated ductal carcinoma. We did the BRAC test to find out if I have…
Dancing with NED
It is official...my final pathology report came back from my bilateral on Tuesday, no evidence of disease!! WOO HOO I am so excited now I can rest a little easier and move forward with reconstruction. Thanks to all the ladies (and gents) here that have offered encouraging words, compassion, support & comfort! I dont know…
New to the Websight
I just got on to this websight last night and began reading some of your discussions. I'm so glad I found you, because it's great to have women to talk to that have been there and done that and know what it's all about. I was diagnosed on December 2nd of 2008, had a mastectomy on December 23rd. I've had 8 rounds of…
BEING ANEMIC AND HAVING TO TAKE BLOOD
HAS ANYONE BEEN REALLY ANEMIC AND HAVE TO HAVE BLOOD? WENT FOR BLOOD WORK TODAY AND MY WHITE COUNT IS LOW. PUT ME ON ANIBOITICS AGAIN. MY RBC BLOOD COUNT IS IN THE 7.7. I HAVE TO GO AND HAVE 2 OR MORE PINTS OF BLOOD TOMORROW. KINDA SCARY!!! AMANDA
How Long????
Hi all..... I finished chemo May 29th....and it has been getting better...i've had two reconstruction surgeries since then, and have another to go (hysterectomy) later in the year. My question is...when do we get all of our strength back? It seems like some days i can just go and go...and then the next i can't get out of…
Was recently diagnosed....need some insight on what to expect!
On the night of the 10th of August me and my husband were getting ready for bed. He was looking at me and then asked me what is that lump on your breast. I just kind of laughed and said what are you talking about. So I looked down and on the top of my breast there was a lump. I felt it and it was about the size of a golf…
Day 8 of Sue's Rads
Well, here I am again, whether you want me or not. lol I do think, that after tomorrow's post, that I will just post at the end of the week. There are so many more important discussions going on, that I don't want to take up space. And, if you want me to quit altogether, just say so. No problem. It is such a beautiful day…
peggy day 8 rads
everything well no infection now all gone no red god bless you luv peggy
Has anyone here been dx with phyllodes tumor?
I went to my doctor because I had a lump in my left breast, that grew very large, very rapidly. Of course my doctor sent me for a mammy and ultrasound. I was referred to a general surgeon who said that because of the size of the tumor (it was the size of an egg) and was freely movable that he was almost positive that it…
Heres the plan!!
Just returned from oncologist appointment.I will have port placed on Monday. The plan is to begin chemo next Wednesday 9/16. I will be taking Adriamycin and Cytoxan once every 3 weeks for 12 weeks, then I will get Taxol every 3 weeks for 12 weeks. Will repeat PET scan to see how the liver cancer is responding to treatment,…
Been asked to be in Oncotype DX study/ and venting
I'm still lurking around.. I finally got my path report read to me. I am stage 2A hr/pr+ her-. grade 2. tumor was 2.3 at biggest point no lymph node involvement... all indications say I had a very well behaved tumor. anyone with a DX like mine or close?? Newbies: (I had bi-lateral masectomy/reconstruction using the tram…
Breast Cancer Filtrating Duct HER@ negative and Hormone negative
I have Breast Cancer Filtrating Duct HER2 negative and Hormone negative, my cancer re-occured. in March 2009 I had Chemo for 6 weeks to reduce the Tumor, once they couldn't reduce the Tumor they did Surgery, after the Surgery I had a Scan only to find out that lesians on my Lungs and at that time I was told that they may…
2 Weeks Post-Op
Goodmorning !! My name is Deedee...I am a 43 year old mother of a 4 and 5 year old and married to the greatest man on earth (atleast to me :) ). I had a bi-lateral mastectomy with a tram flap reconstruction...I had 6 drainage tubes and now i'm down to 1...Yeeee Haw !!! When they went in for the Sentinal Node Biopsy they…
Bikini Puppy
A shapely lady in a bikini walked into the ocean to take a swim. A large wave came up and washed over her, tearing off her bikini top. She came out of the surf with her arms folded across her chest. Little Johnny, playing in the sand looked up at her and said, "Lady, if you're going to drown those puppies, I'll take the…
Greatest Losers...results are in!!
So sorry everybody for not posting sooner. Elm did inquire who won as she was so sweet to make a bracelet for the winner!! I just know it wasn't me and I am soooooo jealous because I really, really wanted one! Eating lots of ice-cream has side effects... I ended up not losing an ounce (boo whoooo). This was not the reason…
Good appt.
Saw Dr. T before I went to chemo today and he is pleased with the results so far (2 weeks). It has definately shrunk some, nipple is not as inverted and he can feel a definate boundary around most of it now, which he couldn't 2 weeks ago. Blood work was good. We talked some about the mass that the PET Scan showed along my…
Day 7 of Sue's Rads
I can't believe it has been 7 treatments, a whole weeks worth of rads already. It is going fast. Today they seemed to have a little trouble getting me situated on the table, so they kept moving me with the sheet that is under me. I always want to help, but, they want you to lay perfectly still and just let them move you.…
5 days till cruise
HI,EVERY BODY.i AM GETTING EXCITED ABOUT MY FIRST CRUISE.a LITTLE NERVOUS BUT EXCITED.MY CHEMO STARTS 4DAYS WHEN I GET BACK.SO I AM GOING TO ENJOY NEXT WEEK.lOVE AND Prayers.(PAT).
Is anyone still scared?
I had surgery, rads and sometimes still get so scared. Does anyone else? I guess the fear is that it will come back. There seem to be so many just on here with recurrences that it is hard to forget. Kylez ♥
Dissapointed about look good feel better class.
Hi,I was so looking forward to this class.I drove quite a way for it.Got their and no one showed up except one other lady.i was so excited this sounded like it would be pretty neat.me and another lady waited one and a half hours.She was as dissapointed as i was.I called and talked to a really nice lady from Acs.She…
Question on feet swelling.
I had so far 4 rounds AC and Just started last week Taxol & Hercepiten. My ankles swelled up really bad. Had second round today, nurse called doctor and she said as long as the swelling went down she is not to concerned, however I am to call if this continues. Did anyone have this problem ???
peg day 6 and 7 rads
everyting went well doing great no burning yet infection all gone god bless dont forget get your free make up kit and skin lotions and free hair care for radiation luv peggy
Run 4 your money Margo..... Filthy joke of the day..about seamen too! LOL
These 3 sailors hit land at the Statue of Liberty and have 4 days shore leave..... The first night they go out drinking until they can't remember their names! Day 2 they spend on the beach... Night 2 Clubbing...Then One had an idea.... "Hey, let's go visit a brothel!"... one of the others says he's not that keen on soup so…
'Ere we go again.....Tamox vs Happy pills..LOL
OK.......I had my appointment with Dr Charisma-Bypass today. I told him I had stopped taking the tamoxifen as I was scared to death by all the bad publicity.. also the interraction with Zoloft (which at the moment is definitely higher up my wish-list) anyway, he told me that he keeps on top of all this stuff and there is…
Not good news
I was diagnosed with breast cancer on 8/7/09, this was followed by a whirl wind of other tests. MRIs, CTs, bone scans. MRI showed an area of concern on my liver so a PET scan was ordered. Results I got today returned with 3 areas of malignancy on my liver. I was wondering if anyone here has breast and liver cancer, or had…
Just so you know where I will be!
This weekend is the annual ocean voyage Reggie makes with his Tribe members. It is a voyage done in a traditional Native American plank canoe, about 25'long made of redwood, with 11'long redwood paddles. Reggie is one of the captains of the crew, and this is a spiritual homecoming for members of his Tribe. The homecoming…
Restrictions after mastectomy/reconstruction
Has anyone ever had restrictions upon returning to work after a mastectomy and/or reconstruction? I was told I could not return to work if I had any restrictions at all, like "use a cane" or refrain from lifting x pounds. (I work for the state, so I guess they don't want to worry about workmen's comp should I get injured…
How To Pick a Bra?
Hi Everyone, I am about 3 months past a left mastectomy and feel like the soreness is gone enough to start wearing a bra again. I have looked at many websites but just find them confusing. I did buy one of those post-surgery camisoles with the fiberfill inserts, but it is made of spandex material and is just too hot to…
Chicago physicians
Hi I normally post on the caregiver board but was hoping someone on here might be able to help me too. We are looking to get a second opinion from a breast cancer oncologist in the Chicago area. Live downtown but will certainly travel for a good doctor! Any Chicagoans out there who can give me a suggestion? Thank you! tt

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