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WHY?
Why do so many say "'This' is what will happen"! because that is what "I" (they) experienced? I know that my experiences are not what EVERYONE has/will experience - nor did I experience what many others have. So why assume that you are the be all/know all? I don't understand! We are all fighting a monster called Breast…
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newly diagnosed
I have been newly diagnosed with breast cancer. I am scheduled to see an oncologist from Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Anyone been treated there?
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I'm New Here & Have A Million Questions
When should I expect to lose my hair. My first chemo treatment was last Wednesday, June 23rd?
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What's happens after the implants are in? Is it........
a yearly mamogram or a yearly MRI? Wouldn't the mamogram squish or possibly bust the implants? My plastic surgeon said I would be getting saline implants and never discussed other options. I want to know everyting so I can be sure of my decision to keep moving forward, if I don't feel okay with what I hear I may just…
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TNBC second round HELP!
Hi, my name is Alison. I was diagnosed with TNBC last June. I underwent bilateral mastectomy, chemo and recon in December. I had no node involvement and we all have thought I beat it. Shoot I thought they said I had an 80% chance it wouldn't come back. Well I have been recovering very well,it's been 8 months since my last…
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What do I expect after next treatments?
Hi Everyone. This is all new to me. Glad I found you all. Looks like I'll be spending a lot of time here. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in March, 2010. First underwent a lumpectomy. However, I ended up having a mastectomy of my left breast May 4, 2010. I had my first chemo treatment last Wednesday (June 23rd). I have…
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To Claudia
Dear Claudia, I just heard about your recurrence and I have been thinking about you and praying ever since. I have not been visiting the site very much the last few months so I have been out of the loop. I just want you to know that I have always been in awe of your strength, humor and wisdom. You are the first one to…
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Who else gets shots of Leukine? Side effects?
Friday the 25th I had my appt with the Onc and he informed me how the cycle works. Even though my Chemo peaks after the first week, my blood count will continue to drop for another week. Causing me to become weaker. When I heard that, I was so discouraged i almost cried. I told him I have to work through this... so anyway…
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Happy news--markers down more
My CEA is now down to 5.1 (was 8.8) and Ca 27.29 is now 36 (down from 80. Yea! My oncologist says I don't need to see him for 4 months. My only problem is the zometa is tearing up my veins, but I'm going to try and stick it out without a port for as long as I can. But just had to share this very happy news!
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Word for Today 6/28 ..Faith Persevering in Trail
Psalm 40.....I waited patiently for the Lord; and He inclined to me, and heard my cry. He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps, He has put a new song in my mouth....praise to our God; many will see it and fear and will trust in the Lord.…
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Which post chemo days were the worst?
After first AC on Wed. and doing "okay" Thurs. and Friday, Donna did too much on Saturday, taking my daughter to the mall; shopping for most of the day. Then yesterday; she was miserable all day; felt weak; and couldn't really describe the bad feeling in her body. Is day 4 the worst day? Last night she was saying that she…
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Ladies, please I need advise
I have to risk sounding like a child right now because I am having terrible mood swings and I can't get a handle on what I should do. Please bear with my rambling. I stopped Femara because of this same feeling, and after I did I felt like my old self again. My new Onc. put me on Arimidex and Bingo, here it is again. I want…
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Today is MyTurnNow's birthday!
MyTurnNow, Hope you have a great day - filled with everything you love most! Happy Birthday! -Jenny
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Today is Jadie's birthday!
Dear Jadie, Sending you Birthday wishes - hope you have a wonderful day ... and a year filled with health, happiness and love! Celebrate BIG!!! much love, Jenny
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Photo's posted.
I posted a few photo's in the Expression's gallery of our recent camping trip if you are interested. Hope you all have a good day. Hugs, RE
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A blonde with chemo brain!!!
IF having chemobrain isnt bad enough, add being blonde to that and you could write a joke book! When the chemobrain hits me it hits pretty good...I had to drive 2 hours away to go to one of my doctors appointments and as i was driving down interstate 80 i just wanted to glance down to check my speed and i could not…
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Tamoxifen and emotions??
Has anyone experienced emotional experiences on tamoxifen? I have been on it for almost 2 months now and i swear i am having mood swings...i cry really easy then turn around and laugh and sometimes i will even get mad about silly things...ya know things like that! You know the tipical hormonal issues...except i havent had…
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Housecleaning Services for Chemotherapy patients
I just wanted to share this link... I wished I had know about it before my chemotherapy. http://www.cleaningforareason.org/ Of course, none of you are invited over until I get the dust bunnies out from under the credenza by the front door and they have been there since Christmas. Really, take a look and I hope this is…
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Don't Break the Elastic - Today's Humor of the Day
Don't break the elastic! In April, Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 70+ birthday. Oprah asked her what she thought of growing older. And, there on television, she said it was 'exciting.' Regarding body changes, she said there were many, occurring every day.....like her breasts. They seem to be in a race to see…
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Am I just a big baby...
I walked into a New Balance outlet store looking for comfortable shoes to deal with the @#$%! neuropathy that I have learned is just another side effect of chemotherapy, as if losing my hair and the ability to taste a simple cup of coffee were not enough. Anyway...there was an entire "pink" section, similar to the Barbie…
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I feel lied to - my boob shrunk!
The rad onc told me the radiation would firm my boob. But he lied it didn't firm up - I swear it shrunk a whole cup size. Did that happen to anyone else?
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You know how you hold your breath and hope?
I had a lumpectomy 12/7/09, every now and again it hurts. Not real pain, not a dull ache. In between. Anyone else? I know that it does take a while to heal and rads (33 ended 3/8) expands while scarring tightens, but how long do you feel that intermittent pain? I'm trying to find bras w/o underwire and actually do bra-free…
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Life shows up with NO notification and I MUST adjust...
I feel perfectly fine... No symptoms... Now I am scheduled to have surgery, radiation, chemo, and pain to look forward too...WoW...I am GREATFUL that it was caught at an early stage...I know I am blessed...But...This is alot to absorb... I NEED SUPPORT...TEARS... I know God is Merciful...
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I met a young man today
I went to the store to pick up some 'stuff' for the horses. As I was walking out one of the employees said he was going to help me out (I hadn't asked, only had 1 50lb bag and some light stuff). (My hair still is so short it screams "CHEMO") As he loaded my feed, we started talking and I found out that not only did/does…
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Prayers needed!
I had my 4 year 4 month check-up with the Oncologist. I haven't had a scan in about 2 years but will have that wonderful PET scan tomorrow, Monday. I'm staying focused on my God. I am so overwhelmed at all of you just being so supportive. You're prayers, your words of encouragement. I have never "physically" met any of you…
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Lymphadema
Hi Everyone, I finished rads Friday, got my graduation from chemo before that, and I made it just with a lick of lymphadema in my left arm/hand... I have done physical therapy for it throughout radiation, and have a compression sleeve ( Pink) that I wear every day and wrap it with a Germanic wrap at night.. ( frustrating)…
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Consult with PS; more decisions!
I currently have tissue expanders in and will have my exchange surgery on July 19th. I should have made this decision by now but I'm having a hard time. would you ladies help me and/or share your experiences with me? I have to make a decision on what type of implants; saline or silicone. I've had the discussion with my PS,…
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Arimidex - Any suggestions when I start
Getting ready to start Arimidex and wondering if anyone has suggestions as to best time of day to take or any other helpful hints. I'm pretty nervous about taking it; unfortunately, I don't always do well with meds. aside from allergic reactions to many I also get upset stomach, etc. Oncologist has said be sure I have…
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Rads and swimming pool chlorine.
I figured if I want to know the truth I should just consult those of you who have "been there done that". I had just finished my 8th rad treatment when I mentioned that I was looking forward to floating in my pool which is above ground and only 30 inches deep. I was suddenly referred to the nurse who then dragged the…
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Going to Smokies
Leaving late tonight til Friday. I love the Smokies. Has anyone else been there by Gatlinburg? We see so many beautiful sights, streams, mountains, wildlife (including bears). Last trip I couldn't do any hiking at all, but will be able to this time. It will be so good to put bc on the back burner for awhile. Going river…