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Breast Cancer

Archives for May 2010

prosthetics
Hi I am out 12 days since mastectomy, how soon should I go,or can go get fitted for a prosthetics? Doctor has given me a script. Dottie 68
jksjen
I have IDC grade 1, stage III, Have had chemo first, surgery second, and now I am facing radiation and pills. Anyone out there with similiar or exact cancer. 14 lymph nodes negative and 1 positive. How was your experience so far? How long have you dealt with this cancer.
Lynn Redgrave
I was so saddened to hear that Lynn Redgrave lost her 7 year battle with bc. The family isn't saying too much, but is it true that we don't die from breast cancer? It usually goes somewhere else? I don't know if that's true and I was wondering if anyone ever heard that. Also, she and her daughter wrote a book with photo's…
Lucky Me -- update from 21... and scared.
Hello everyone, I was just diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Lucky me. Whatever I have in found in 1% of something, I kinda let me mind wonder. I just spent three days joking around about me having cancer. It made the whole think seem less serious. But, now it's hitting. I'm going to go cry for away.
Not Wearing Prosthetics
I have not been wearing any of my 3 sets of new breast prosthetics. I had bilaterals Jan 5th 2010, and lots of extra fluid, drained 5 times, drains reinserted etc. kept wrapped up to help absorbtion. Everything is good this week, but I am not going to wear the prosthetics until I am sure I will not start building up fluid…
Total Hysterectomy
My 34 year old daughter just saw her Gyn who is a national expert in Braca 1 and 2 genetic testing. When she told him I have DCIS he told her to have me come see him.He said he would recommend at least removing my ovaries. He would prefer removing everything. He says this prevents cancer from returning and a spread later…
5 days later after first chemo
Oh my chemo,It is worse then and better then I imagined.....Seems like I have a lot of side affects..Was very nauseated for 2 days used 2 diff. meds[zofran? and compazine] have a very very very itchy rash on upper body, sores on my tongue, and feels like I am starting a [hate to say it]yeast infection.. But Praise God one…
I'm finished with rads today!
Today was my last radiation treatment and I'm soooo happy! My mammogram is scheduled for Sept. I meet with my oncologist next week. Are there any specific questions I should be asking him? I can't think straight right now so I'm not sure what to ask. Maybe by next week I'll be able to have my thoughts together so I can…
Just Wishing Everyone A Happy Mother's Day!!!!
Happy Mother's Day to all of you! I hope you all have a great day! Anyone have plans? A cookout, going out to eat, or, something you want to share? ♠♣ Susie ♠♣
Radiation
When does radiation start after lumpectomy? I plan the 33 treatment plan. No chemo as of now. Haven't had surgery yet. The doctor told my husband and I it starts in 2-3 weeks. But her nurse just told me 4-6 weeks. I have a appt next week with the surgeon then possible surgery right away after that the same week.. But now…
I'm Ticked Off
Yesterday I read about Lynn Redgrave losing her battle with the beast. I was very sad and then very upset. Seems I'm hearing more and more lately that this one or that one lost their battle with bc. I know we are all survivors and warriors and we know we are cured, there is always that one itty bitty chance it will come…
Weight Watchers - Weigh-in 05/03/10
Monday's weigh-in results. Loss 1 lb. 8 oz. Total Weight Loss: 15 lbs. 2. oz. Walked 5 days, 1 hour per day. Slowly, but surely, the weight is coming off. Hugs, Janelle
hot flashes from tamoxifen
I've given up on bras. I think there is no answer until more healing occurs. Would help if I'd been warned about this. However, my hot flashes from tamoxifen are so frustrating. Has anyone found things that help? I am on Effexor for hot flashes and despression and am thankful for that. I suppose it's just something to…
don't go thru this alone
My onocologist, highly recommended, told me to go off my Zoloft and see how I got along. Zoloft makes tamoxifen less effective and I was slated for tamoxifen. So I did. I got depressed and didn't recognize what was happening. I didn't feel like going on. Fortunately I was talking to my husband who got me help. I worry…
Super Newbie allergic to dye used in MRI's Help!!
I have a question I hope someone else has experienced and can give me some info. I just found out they inject dye with my pre-op MRI.(Also allergic to iodine which is not even in this dye.) Well,I have no luck at all. I am deathly allergic to this dye too. Almost died 10 years ago during a routine MRI for neck problems. I…
Wine/breast cancer/Tamoxifen
Ok, I am ER+ and PR+ and on Tamoxifen. I know that because my cancer is estrogen driven, alcohol is not a good idea at all. But, I love my nightly wine. So, my question is, shouldn't the Tamoxifen counteract the alcohol and lessen my chance for recurrence? I haven't had any wine for a while so it's not a matter of if I can…
That's what we're talking about!
Met with my oncologist yesterday. It has been 5 months since I finished chemo. Since then, I've had a colonoscopy, bone density scan, chest Xray and mammogram. My dr said "As far as I can tell, you are positively fabulous. All your tests look great. Go enjoy your trip to Florida and I'll see you in 3 months!" Praise God…
Cleaning for a Reason
If you know any woman currently undergoing Chemo, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - 1 time per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a…
Look Good Feel Better
Wow! What a wonderful evening I had last night, not so much the makeup (although that was nice), but the fact that this was the first time I was with a group of ladies going through the same things I am! It was good to be able to talk freely, and I think some new friendships were made. I told them about this site, and how…
night sweats part 2
Thanks ladies for all the info. I started effexor last night, and the night sweats have improved. But it has me feeling all drugged up and light headed, so instead of nights sweats keeping me up, effexor kept me up. Go figure lol
Today is LisaMNovak's Birthday!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR LISA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! TODAY SHE IS 43 YEARS YOUNG! WISHING YOU A DAY FILLED WITH ALL YOUR DREAMS COMING TRUE! ♥ Cathy
Newly diagnosed back again
I need to know this. Do any of you wake up feeling this is just a bad dream only to look at you bruised biopsied breast and remember it isn't? Do you feel in between numb and scared to death? Do you have all your friends/ family stop calling after they hear you have this breast ca bomb dropped on you? Do have some loved…
Newly diagnoised with breast cancer
I have run into a very unusual experience., I after being told 4/24/10 I have breast cancer. (my surgeon met with me and was wonderful.)I met her nurse who gave me a bag and in it was a lot of ACS material to read. The next day when I became unfrozen the fear set in. When I called my doctor she was out of town as was her…
My Moms 2nd Chemo today!
I cried myself to sleep lastnight, its really hard just having to accept the fact that it just makes her so sick!! The chemo was changed though!!(i had the names in a paper but i cant seem to remember where its at!) The ONC said that hopefully it decreases the nausea and vomitting which i really hope so but he did say she…
Question about Chemo??
Does the doctor typically prescribe pain meds after chemo? Thank-you. I'm so worried. I start chemo tomorrow. Please pray it doesn't make me too sick. jannie_
How is our Beautiful 50 Foot Woman?
Claudia/Chen <3 - Did you feel all of us surrounding you in the OR this morning? Hoping all is well and that you're getting relief from your gallbladder pains. Post when you feel up to it. Gentle Hugs, Cindy
Update I begin Rads on the 18th of May
Had a CT today for my mapping and 3 little tattos. I am colostraphobic(SP) so the CT was not much fun but I have them give me something to cover my eyes. If I cannot see it it doesn't bother me as much. Except for an MRI which I absolutely hate. I will see the doc and have some xrays done on the 17th and then begin rads on…
ER Positive PR Positive: How much SOY is too much?
I keep asking some questions that I should have thought to ask my doctors but I am so happy that I can come here and receive some guidance. I went grocery shopping yesterday to get healthy foods and for the first time I noticed how much food has Soy in it, even my vitamins. Are we supposed to avoid soy like we are allergic…
I have a family member who just had a double mastectomy and hysterectomy because she has breast canc
The problem has been told to me through my dad and is that the medications she is on are making her hallucinate, difficulty sleeping and crying a lot. Also, my brother's friend's wife underwent a mastectomy and is on medication that has completely changed her personality...she is very mean to her spouse, so unlike her. Has…
compression for shoulder lymphedema swelling
I had bilateral mast 2/10/10 for cancer contained to the breast. I had sentinal node biopsy. Just one node removed. I didn't have rad or chemo. Now I'm having troubles with lymphedema! I was so shocked. I did all the right things and the chances were so slim, like 5%. Anyway, that's enough whining. I'm wearing a sleeve and…

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