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Breast Cancer

Archives for May 2010

weight
Hi all, I'm having a bi lateral mastectomy with deep flap recon. next month. I was wondering if any of you who have had this surgery lost any weight after this. I have had chemo & radiation and have gained about 15 pounds. I know I can get it off , but I was just wondering if you noticed this yourselves. Thanks
Sugar Levels
All of a sudden my sugar levels are high. Never had a problem with this before. I was just wondering if this was some kind of side affect.
Extreme skin sensitivity!!!
I can't bear anything to touch my chest after bilateral mastectomy 2 weeks ago. Has anyone else had this problem?
My wife and mood swings
OMG.....talked to her on the phone 10 minutes before she got home and she was 9 kinds of happy....walks in the door and its Hagar the horrible. This is the biggest challenge and she hasnt even started surgery or treatment yet....what is next? Oh BTW....I was told I could keep my happy a$$ on the couch and s*x was not going…
tamoxifen & middle back pain
Since I been on tamoxifen, the middle of my back hurt so bad that within a few hours I will drop to the floor. I been taking effexor but helps all the other side effects of tamoxifen but not the awful back pain. Anyone with advise. Help me. It is really making me think negative about everything.
Xeloda chemo pill... 3 weeks in...
Hi, Sorry haven't been on much lately, I've actually been feeling pretty good! The Xeloda chemo pill went pretty well for me. I didn't get nauseous. I did get the hand foot thing, where your hands hurt and turn red, but it's not too bad, just kind of annoying. A little bit of joint pain, but not too bad. And, an allergic…
New Hair.
Thanks everyone for your comments on my new hair.I do check in on this sight to see how all you wonderful people are doing.I just don,t have as much to post about.That being a good thing. I will never forget your kindness while going through Breast Cancer.So many times I didn,t have anyone to talk to.And I would come on…
Brave young man with breast cancer
I am impressed by this courageous young man in my metro area. Although we know men can get breast cancer, most wouldn't publicize their experience with a "woman's disease" and encourage men to examine themselves. On Bret's website, the ribbons are blue! KANSAS CITY, Mo. - KMBC.com -- At 24, Bret Miller is sending a message…
Info for all newbies
Any member can private message (PM) another member on this site. This will provide privacy for all you need to PM someone is their user ID (Mine is Marcia527). At CSN Home: Left of the screen under CSN tab is CSN Email. Click on it and you can PM. Or under the Connect tab click on CSN Email. Never post private info (name,…
Melt-down yesterday
Dear sisiters, I just need to vent. Okay, I finally fell apart. Yesterday I was scheduled at 1:30 for my monthly Zometa treatment. I arrived early, checking in at 12:45, and understanding that I might have to wait a while because they do things by the schedule there. The way I see it, when I check in, I'm turning myself…
Any DCIS people whose doc's say no need for Oncotype and Her testing?
My surgeon is saying they do not test for Her and oncotype testing for non-invasive cancers like DCIS. Also no need for lymph node testing. Since I am stage 0 grade 2. I am feeling concerned about this. Especailly when my Mom had her cancer in 1 year between mammograms grow to a size of a lemon. It was different then mine.…
Questions about chemo
I am new here, so just a little background. I was diagnosed 4/27/10 with Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma Stage IIIA. Things have moved very quickly since that day. It was decided that since the tumor in my right breast was so large, I would do chemo before surgery, followed by radiation. I had my first treatment 5/13…
Question
Would any of you be comfortable walking around with lumps in an arm without really knowing that they are not cancer?? MRI doesn't see them as cancer but then again don't breast cancer patients have lumps that are found on MRI's biopsied, mine seen on altra sound at the time. I am going to Oncologist today for follow up…
Chemo 2
Have to go to my 2nd treatment today..Have to say I am still nervous even though I know what to expect this time....But on the plus side I will be half way there after today....This is a journey I never thought I would be on but it sure is an eye opener.....Praying for a cure....
free hat and tote bag for cancer patients
I know I have seen some "freebies" on this site, but they were a bit hard to find. I just received a nice free tote bag with goodies inside from www.thelydiaproject.org. I also received a nice turban hat and a denim bucket hat from www.hatsoff-to-chemo.org. There are a few more things I'm expecting in the mail, but I want…
How risky are silicone implants?
Hi, I haven't written in a long time. I am finished with my heavy duty chemo and have decided to have a mastectomy, which brought me to my next topic reconstruction. What was your personal experience with implants? Are they very risky? I would appreciate your input =) ... as always. Ayse
Not dealing well...need some HELP!
Forgive me, please, in advance, if I go off. This has been extremely hard for me. I AM a "survivor, thank the good Lord above. But....for how long? I am basically having a hard time with the loss of my breast. That is our "femininity!" Like if a man lost his penis. GOSH! My husband has "tried" to be patient and…
Lymphodema question
I am truly looking forward to the opportunity to come to this website and be a strong source of support for all who will come after me. Although I do pray for everyone on this website, I seem to have more questions that answers at this point in my recovery. Diagnosed with DCIS on March 24 of this year ... followed by a…
post treatment.... breast mri is anyone else in same boat???? HELP
okay ladies.... I am wondering if anyone else is in the same boat? My breast specialist is requesting annual breast MRI's (which I was well aware) My problem... The insurance company is considering this a major diagnostic test. Which I have a $5000.00 out of pocket deductible. I am finding this unfair!!!!! Since they cover…
Anyone on Effexor for Hot Flashes?
I'm going to my follow up appointment with my doctor today and wanted to at least discuss the possibility of taking Effexor for my hot flashes. I've been taking vitamin E, which has helped some, but I'm still really having trouble sleeping at night. I generally try to take care of symptoms using more natural routes and…
suggestions
Wife recently diagnosed with breast cancer will start chemo in mid-June followed by radiation. What suggestions do you have for me as her caregiver? Special things to do to help her? Any specifics that would help her during and after chemo? Thanks to all.
pathology report yesterday
This is my first post. I was diagnosed May 4 (biposy report), had lumpectomy May 11. Was hoping to be stage 1, but since my tumor is twice as large as they thought I'm stage 2a. I know it's stupid, but it was a real blow. The good news is lymphnodes are for sure negative and margins are clear. I just keep thinking that I'm…
A thought for all my warrior's
There are two ways to live: You can live as if nothing is a miracle; or you can live as if everything is a miracle.
The Rollercoaster Ride Continues
We had the first appointment with the oncologist last Thursday, expecting that he would have the revised pathology from the retested core biopsy. The original pathology from the biopsy said ER+; then the pathology from the tumor said ER-; making my wife triple -. So we get to the appoinment, and it's pretty apparent that…
1 Down 32 To Go
Well I had my first rad treatment yesterday. Wasn't to bad. I did get nauseated, got a little headache and was just a little tired but am better this morning. Hoping it was just nerves and stress from worry about what it would be like. I am getting IMRT and it takes about 10 minutes for my sessions. The prep time takes…
Radiation Day 1 done!
Radiation day 1 done! 32 to go. I feel like I am on my way to the finish line. I can't see it yet but I know it is there. For some reason I actually feel relieved today. Maybe it is because I was so worried about starting the radition. I know I am ready to face whatever is in store for me in the next 7 weeks. Hugs to all
donate meds?
Hello! I have a supply of aromasin I won't be taking (bad side effects) does anyone know where I could donate it? Seems like a waste to just throw it away when someone could use it. thanks, j
itchy head
Hi Ladies, My wife is having problems with her head itching, I remember reading a few months ago some of you ladies mentioning a lotion that helps. Can someone help me with this??
I was asked when I plan to retire!!
Maybe it was just a bad day, maybe I looked unusually tired today. They all know about the BC and bilateral, but no one ever talks about it. But today, a boss directly asked me when I plan to retire. You know, it is too early for me to retire, my evaluation was perfect, and I feel like I do a good job. Maybe it was a kind…
whats wrong with me?
whats wrong with me some days I feel strong,but there are days that I cant stop crying.I cant be alone that,when Im with my family Im like Im okay laugh,go out for dinner or just watch tv. but give me some time alone and I loose it,I realy try so hard to control myself but the tears just come out. whats wrong with me…

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