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Breast Cancer

Archives for November 2009

Friend recently diagnosed
Hi, I originally checked out ACS for myself, having been diagnosed with colon cancer in June. My reason for writing is about a friend of mine. She just started chemo and I was wondering if there was anything that I could do to help make a difference in her day. My treatment is so different. I live 3000 miles away but we…
THANKSGIVING
I WANNA WISH ALL MY PINK SISTERS A VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!! HUGGGS BRENDA
Should Women Start Mammograms at 40--US Preventive Services Task Force
I just received an email from RealAge that outlined the US Preventive Services Task Force recommendations. I sent them a reply. It is as follows: I am a ten year survivor of breast cancer. It was discovered when I had a mammogram at age 46. It was already 2 cm in size. I had just been to the Dr. for an annual exam and she…
Nudist colony‏
A man moves into a nudist colony. He receives a letter from his grandmother asking him to send her a current photo of himself in his new location. Too embarrassed to let her know that he lives in a nudist colony, he cuts a photo in half and mails it. The next day he discovers that he had accidentally sent the bottom half…
Goodbye hair party
Well, finally had to say goodbye to the hair tonight. Told my grandkids that we were having a "goodbye to Nana's hair party" and they loved it. My son did the honors but had some fun with it during the process. First he made a very sparse mohawk, spiked and all, which my grandson wanted me to keep. Then buzzed it all off.…
1 year check-up tomorrow
Ok. My one year check up is tomorrow. All prayers and kindly vibes welcome! xoxoxox Lynn
Hey newbiefromcananda
How did your first chemo go? Did y first one today and everything went well for me. No side effects yet just feel a little tired tonite.
Ornament Quiz...how well do we know our Sisters??
Ok~ who did I send an ornament to? It arrived today, and she laughed and laughed when she saw it was a sequinned, turquoise fish, guppy (??) with a pink jewel in its tail! Tell me, could you have resisted buying such an ornament if you had seen it hanging on a tree in a Christmas store???? I have been grinning since I got…
Ornament on its way
I just received confirmation that my ornament is on its way to its new home. I'll give you all a hint.................it's new home is in California. Keep on the lookout and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
1st chemo tomorrow and worried
Well I have chemo tomorrow at (9:30 am my heart is pounding and it is only 4:20 pm the night before lol) I already feel like I can't breathe I know I will be fine , but anxiety is high....... Thanks everyone Lisa xoxoxo
Is Bilateral Mastectomy REALLY an Outpatient Procedure?
I'm scheduled for a bilateral mastectomy next Tuesday and just found out that my insurance considers this operation to be an outpatient procedure. Has anyone else had a bilateral done as an outpatient procedure? I am not having reconstruction. Thx! Jane
I am struggling
I dont feel like the beacon of light here and I am sorry. I want to be helpful and I feel like I just need support. I have just struggled with mostly diahrea or mixed frequent stooling. It irritates to alarge degree a rectal fissure that got really bad with AC because I had constipation and diahrea I was even in the…
Early, Early Roll Call: Thanksgiving day plans!!
Well, ladies, after today, I am on Thanksgiving vacation! We are staying home this year and not even cooking so it should be a nice, quiet Thanksgiving for us. On the big day, we have a table for 2 at this beautiful restaurant out in Virginia with waterfall views and a wonderful marble bar. They have a 3-course pre fixe…
Bi lateral mastectomy or not
I was recently diagnosed with lobular breast cancer. I am 62 years old and now I have to make the decision whether to have only the left breast removed or have both of them. I hear so much from so many people--I am not sure what to do. My doctor says the chances are 1% a year that I would have it in my right breast. I am…
Tumor markers
My tumor marker from 4 months ago was a 16. Last week, it jumped to a 19. My oncologist says it is still in an acceptable range. I am aware of that, but should I be concerned with such a large jump in the number?
2009's First Christmas Joke--you may have already seen this.
2009's First Christmas Joke Three men died on Christmas Eve and were met by Saint Peter at the pearly gates. 'In honor of this holy season' Saint Peter said, 'You must each possess something that symbolizes Christmas to get into heaven.' The first man fumbled through his pockets and pulled out a lighter. He flicked it on.…
Someone for my sister to talk to....
How do I find someone that my sister can talk to? She has been diagnosed with breast cancer and will undergo a right side mastectomy on Dec. 2nd. She is isolated at home and really has no one to talk to that has experienced what she is going through. It would help her so much if someone could make contact with her while…
Reply from Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Sent them an email and here is their response. Response (Kathryn Ramage) - 11/21/2009 09:16 AMThank you for your feedback on the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (Task Force) recommendation on screening for breast cancer for women not at increased risk of the disease. We appreciate the time and effort you have invested…
New to this site
Hello all, I'm Sharon, 47 and have Stage III bc, bilateral mastectomy on November 9 with 13 out of 15 lymph nodes positive. I go for a CAT and bone scan tomorrow and then see the medical onco on Wed. Of course this whole thing has me freaked out, especially the high lymph involvement. Anyone out there know much about…
IF YOU ARE DOWN, OR A NEWBIE...READ THIS
I posted this under a different heading, but here it goes again: WOW! There are so many new woman to this board, it is hard to reply to everyone. I have been here for awhile and I wanted to share my story. On July 7, 2008, I was diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer, stage 4. I was scared just like you are right now. I…
radiation,10 treatments down.When is the normal to get burns from it?
Hi everyone.I so far have no radiation burns,thank God.When do you usually have burns.I keep a close eye on it and I see no redness or burns.Thanks everyone.Love and Prayers.(Pat).
Heard back from ACS in re: Latest Mammogram Guidelines
I got a 2 page email back from ACS regarding the latest guidelines. They have assured me that they will continue to support the guidelines in place. "Please be assured that, despite the Task Forces findings, the American Cancer Society is not changing its screening recommendations. The Society continues to recommend annual…
Latecomer finally got the ornament in the mail
Better late than never, I always say, but my hubby did get the ornament in the mail today so hopefully it will get there in one piece. This has been so much fun. Have a good day everyone Linda t
Take a deep breath....
Wow, there are so many new women to this board, it is overwhelming! I have been here for awhile, and i wanted to write this post to let all the new sisters know that there is Hope. Here is my story, i was diagnosed July 7, 2008 with Inflammatory Breast Cancer, stage 4. I had 12 chemo treatments of Taxol, along with…
Monday night joke
A teacher is explaining biology to her 4th grade students. 'Human beings are the only animals that stutter,' she says. A little girl raises her hand. 'I had a kitty-cat who stuttered.' The teacher, knowing how precious some of these stories could become, asked the girl to describe the incident. 'Well,' she began, 'I was in…
Mammos after lumpectomy
I have a mammo scheduled on my affected breast on Nov. 30th. I'm nervous because even after 6 months, my breast is still tender. I'm sure it is completely healed but they really smash the breast and I'm sure it will hurt. Anyone had one yet? I'm not worried that they will find anything suspicious because I just finished my…
Monday Funny
SAYING GOODBYE TO MOTHER... We were dressed and ready to go out for the New Years Eve Party. We turned on a night light, turned the answering machine on, covered our pet parakeet, and put the cat in the backyard. We phoned the local cab company and requested a taxi. The taxi arrived and we opened the front door to leave…
I just opened Mine!!
I got my ornament just now!!! Thanks to dyadeb123. It's perfect!! a cute Bear from the hills of Tennessee! My tree has built in pine cones so he's going to feel right at home!! Thanks so much!! and for the cute Turkey card!!! LOL.. P.S. I haven't sent mine out yet.. but I do have it!!! Calleen
Happy Thanksgiving to you all
I want to wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving. I know for some of you my words might ring hollow because you are just starting or in the midst of treatment, and perhaps not feeling so happy. But, there is a light at the end of that tunnel and you will get there. In the meantime, enjoy your family, friends and that big…
Anyone else have to make a decision based on Oncotype DX?
I just received my Oncotype DX score of 20, which puts me just about smack dab in the middle of the Intermediate range of scores, making my decision pretty difficult. I was hoping for either a high or low score (preferably low, of course!!) to help me make a decision about whether I want to undergo chemo. I know that you…

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