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Daily vitamins after radiation
I have just recently finished radiation and wondered when it is "safe" to start taking daily vitamins, D3 and calcium, again? I have an appointment with my onco in a couple of weeks and I know I could call but there are so many of you that are finished with radiation, I was hoping you could answer. Thanks.
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Treatment plan from Med Oncol
Okay, I had my first Med Oncologist visit yesterday. This is the plan Chemo Cocktail will be Taxotere and Carboplatin and Herceptin every three weeks. the Herceptin every week until done with the other two T and C. Then hercpetin every three weeks for a year. Then Radiation for seven weeks then the post menopausal drug for…
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Vitamin D decreases pain (for those on aromatase inhibitor)
I haven't been online in awhile but I wonder if the discussion board has touched on the latest findings re vitamin d and pain reduction for those aromatase inhibitors (arimidex, femara, aromysin)? See article at: http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/SABCS/17546 I plan on bringing the article to my endocrinologist in…
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Stupid things people say
I need your help. Where is the post awhile ago about the stupid things people say?? I have a friend with breast cancer who wants to read that post. Thanks in advance!
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calling all Mom's: How can I make this easier for her?
My Mom is 86, lives about 1/2 hr away. I call her several times a day, I try to keep her updated and ahead of any information I get. However, she is obviously stressed on my diagnosis (inflammatory bc) and upcoming surgery. I know I can't do tons for her right now. She is alone as my Dad died a few years ago. She was alone…
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stomach pain
I finished 4 dense dose A/C and 12 weekly taxol treatments on 12/8. At about week 9 of taxol I had stomach pain and was placed on prilosec once a day. The pain did not go away so week 12 my onc dr. told me to go see a gastro dr. I have been on prilosec twice a day now with pepcid complete twice a day. We ruled out…
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Solo in Tempe, AZ
I have to start chemo in January and I am terrified. I live alone, family is overseas. I moved here 3 years ago but just worked and studied fulll time... not much time to make friends, close friends at least. Reading these sites, realizing what kind of side effects i could be experiencing just terrifies me. And I am…
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I don't understand why I am feeling this way!
I was diagnosed with DCIS stage zero in mid November which I realize is small potatoes compared to other types of BC, None the less I had the same emotions as everyone else when we first heard those words, "you have breast cancer". I cried the rest of that day and all evening. Then I gained control, did a lot of research…
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bras for drains
Does anyone know where to find those bras that will accommodate drains post-mastectomy? I've googled medical supply places around here (Olathe, Kansas) but can't find anything. Do I really need a special bra for 5 days to a week? Can't I just wear loose fitting clothing?
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Is this a lot
Hello and how is everyone? I went to the onc to day and i am done with the first round of chemo he wants me to have 2 more rounds of chemo that means 12 more treatment i have all ready had 6 chemo. total of 18.then he is going to do x rays to see what needs to be done next.just wanted to know if that is a lot of chemo?
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is breast swelling normal
I had the lumpectomy November 18, 2009 and at that time they removed 12 lymph glands, with only one being positive. But now I'm concerned about the swelling in my breast.. Is that normal? I will be starting chemo Jan.7 2010.. The chemo Dr. told me today that the swelling is probably from the surgery and scar tissue. Just…
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♫ ◄ ♫ What Is Everyone Doing On New Year's Eve? ♫ ►♫
Partying? Staying home? Drinking? Not Drinking? My husband made reservations a long ways back to a really nice romantic restaurant for us to have dinner at. I can't wait! We don't go there very often as it is so expensive, but, he felt we could splurge for this. YEA! He says he has a surprise for me. Hmmmmmm I also have a…
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Nerve pain
I am now 3 weeks post re-excision of my (R)breast (and all lymph nodes removed) and have burning pain down the inside of my right arm. I know this is nerve pain from damage done when all the nodes were removed, but does anyone know about how long this lasts? I massage it and use a washcloth to rub the skin, like my surgeon…
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Has Anyone Ever Switched Oncs in the Middle of Chemo????
Has anyone ever switched oncs in the middle of Chemo? My husband is ready to kill my onc. After my last Chemo before I got so sick, I called on Friday and requested a refill on the Lomotil that I am taking for Big "D". I assumed it was called in and Saturday my husband went to the drugstore to pick it up. No meds. I called…
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Thoughts? I feel like crap
Diagnosed IBC Sept, stopped full chemo mid Nov (allergic) Now:nasty cold ear infection that wont quit stomach aches tired (of course) nosebleeds (coumadin) no appetite short of breathnad other piddly stuff I am suppposed to call in 2 hours for desensitization appointment this week.(ICU) I am allergic to taxotere (Cannot…
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82-year 'young' mom and double mastectomy
My sister and I would appreciate any thoughts you have about our 82-year old mother wanting to go the double mastectomy route for stage one cancer in the 'other' breast, rather than having a lumpectomy and radiation, etc. done, as she did last year for a pre-cancerous growth in the 'first' breast. We are concerned about…
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Bone scan
Have a full body bone scan ordered for Tuesday. Oncologist is ordering it because of all the leg and back pain I have been having. Has anyone else had one of these scans?
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soy foods study
http://sitemason.vanderbilt.edu/myvu/news/2009/12/14/soy-food-linked-to-decreased-risk-of-breast-cancer-recurrence-and-death.102305 This is a link to a recently published study on soy foods and breast cancer recurrence. Thought some might be interested, what to eat during and after treatment is certainly bothering me!…
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Another one left for Rainbow Bridge
Friends, Just wanted you to know that Elfin Chin, my daughter's little Japanese Chin and Emmy's friend, left us on Dec 21st for Rainbow Bridge. I sure do miss him. You can see a pix of the little guy from last Christmas, sitting in his new bed. The house is so quiet without him here, since Emmy and him are no longer racing…
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Carkris Birthday Tomorrow the 28th
I think that it is Carkris' birthday tomorrow. So Happy Birthday a little early because I am usually late. Hope you have plans for something special. And I hope they include Ice cream and cake. you will see that is a birthday theme for me. Well, any day is okay but birhtdays are special ice cream and cake days. Celebrate…
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Has anyone experienced this?
I finished chemo and will now be starting radiation. Just wondering the side effects anyone has experienced and also, this may sound strange...but my Rad oncologist said my breast will shrink. Did anyone have this problem and if so was it considerably noticable?
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Happy Birthday E-Hope!
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday today E-Hope! Hugs, Diane ♥
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The RAD B"S Rock Chicago
The RAD B"S Rock Chicago The RAD B'S threw a suprise concert in Chicago Christmas night in honor of there Human Resouce Manager Susan aka Christmass Girl. This up and coming band rocked the city like it has never been rocked before. The lead singer's vocals went form soothing in one song to rock you hard in the next.The…
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I Just Want To Wish All Of You A Very Healthy & Happy New Year!
I pray for all of us to have a healthy 2010! What more could we want???? Well, maybe for my tail to slow down so that I don't get another stiff neck. lol Sue :)
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UPDATE after Third Chemo
I haven't posted in over a week and have been very sick. Spent 2 days in the hospital due to low potassium from Big"D" and vommiting. I made it through Christmas with a lot of help from my grandson. I planned the menu and typed up a time line for the food preparation before my third Chemo. So he just followed what I had…
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Hello my name is Linda and I have breast Cancer
My breast cancer is back in the same breast that the ugly beast was in last time. After many test we know now it has not spread to other parts of my body. I am sooo thankful to God for that. I see my surgeon on Jan 4th to talk about my mastsectomy . I am considering reconstruction at the time of my surgery. Waiting this…
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New here and worried.
I have been reading everyone's emails since November, but have never introduced myself. I really wish I would have found this site sooner. I am 63 years old and was diagnosed with bc in July of 2009, had 5 treatments of chemotherapy,a lumpectomy in Dec. and next is radiation. I, like Megan, have found myself dwelling on…
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C-section scars with TRAM
Does anyone have any experience with this? I have a nasty C-section scar due to excess cauterization to control bleeding after the birth of my second child. How much might this interfere with the possibility of having the TRAM procedure?
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To Chenheart
Hi Chenheart, I wanted to thank you for the nice card. Sorry it took me so long to reply, but I've been to the hospital twice since I got it. Once for an infected PICC line, and once for being "a couple of quarts low" on blood. Had to have a transfusion. What fun. Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised to get a card from you,…
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Surgery Tuesday
On Tuesday, I am having my fourth (lumpectomy, bilateral mastectomy with immediate DIEP reconstruction, D&C and now reconstruction tune-ups) surgery in 2009. I'm then planning that 2010 will be smooth sailing. Actually, I'm hoping to live long and have no more surgeries, ever. I'll have one breast reduced to match the…