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Breast Cancer

Archives for June 2010

Do you ever have just one of those days?
I have been tryin really hard not to have a meltdown...but im just on that edge if just one more thing goes wrong..... Lately ive been over whelmed with having so many doctors appointments and tests and on and on and on....does it ever end? Plus im worried about a couple of tests...the bone density scan that i just had…
I am so excited!
Today for the first time I was able to run and do pilates, in other words - my first strenuous work out after 6 months of chemo. I see light... I am so excited. Hopefully the chunkiness will come off soon. I have 2 weeks till my mastectomy on July 12th. Will the make the most of it = ) Ayse
Just wanted to say to everyone
Been reading everyones posts. Chen, Meena, Starseed and the few others, who at this time "slip" the brain cell I have left. Sounds like even though there were a few set backs, everybody is on the uprise. Very happy to hear the sisters chemos, rads and tests are working and coming back clear. I have 3 drs visits, possible…
Vitamin D and D3
What is the differance? I never heard of D3. I need to start taking calcium and D during my Zometa treatment for bones. Doctor didn't mention D3.
Friendship quilt
Just had to share something warm and wonderful. I attended an embroidery club meeting this morning and was presented with a friendship quilt made by 16 of the women in the group. Each embroidered a square and then it was pieced together and quilted. There was no theme, everyone just did something they thought I'd like. And…
Asking for prayer for Joni Earickson Tada dx with BC
Many of you may know the story of Joni who as a teenager dove into the water and broke her neck. She has lived as a quadraplegic for over 40 years. She's now 60 years old and has had such an impact on the lives of the disabled internationally. She has a beautiful voice, does artwork holding her pencil or paintbrush with…
Aside From THAT, Mrs. Lincoln, how did you enjoy the play????
Many of you know that I am putting on my battle attire to once again wage war against the Beast. I thought he had surrendered but it turns out, though very wounded, he is standing up wanting to harm me. GRRRRRRRRR! Not so fast, Buster! On the heels of that Bad News, there is also Good News! I have not just one, but three…
Word for Today
Psalm 36:5-12...Your mercy O Lord is in the heavens; Your faithfulness reaches to the clouds. Your righteousness is like the great mountains; Your judgments are a great deep; O Lord You preserve man and beast. How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your…
Leg Stabbing pain
I had a double mastectomy on May 24th, 2010. I dealt with the tubes, being uncomfortable and surgical pain with no problems. Now I have pain in my thighs, it goes from needle pricks to leg stabbing, it comes and goes and I have not been able to find a reason or more importantly a solution. Pain pills don't work & pain…
7 DAYS OF INSPIRATION Take one a day...and feel great all week!!!
DAY 1 you make good things happen: Day 2 Let go of just one worry & you'll have more room for joy: Day 3 You can do more than you think with what you've got! Day 4 Things can turn out better even better than you hoped! Day 5 You are strong in so many ways! Day 6 You're worth it!!! Day 7 Life is Great and So are you!!!!
Some good news
Went to the oncologist yesterday--probably ready for a fight since my BP was 181/112, but after he went through all my records etc..and armed with my oncoDX--NO CHEMO FOR ME!! I nearly started floating!! I have like 30-32 burn sessions starting probably after July 4 and he put me on "Arimidex" instead of Tamoxifen. He…
Wine (Whine)
OK, ladies. I've read on this board absolutely no wine during chemo but I've also been told that an occasional 4oz glass of red wine (which I consider a health drink) is OK. Hell, I don't even own a 4 oz glass. So, what's the real deal? I start 6/1 and certainly won't do anything that's potentially harmful. Just checking.…
new port pain - put in yesterday
Hi everyone. I had my chemo port put in yesterday morning and am considerable pain this morning. My port is on the right side close to the center of my chest. I have pain from my port to my right shoulder and up the right side of my neck. No pain on the left side at all. I was told there wouldn't be pain today. Should I be…
Best cancer treatment facility in Michigan
My wife is 30 years old and was just diagnosed with stage 3 inflammatory breast cancer on June 22nd (one day after the birth of our first child). We're both having an extremely difficult time adjusting and coping with this news. We're moving back to the Michigan area to be near family during her treatment. What's the best…
Tomorrow is Barcelona...
7-day Med cruise (Spain/Italy), then 2 days staying in Barcelona...I am getting soooo excited!!! I am taking you all with me...so, if you feel you bottoms being pinched, rest assured that there was a slap that followed...ROFLMAO!!! Hugs, Kathi
Biopsy failure!
Well, I went in today for the biopsy of my right breast because of some calcifications. As it turned out, the spots were so far back in the breast that the normal biopsy machine was not able to get to the area. They tried every angle they could until finally they had to call the doctor in and tell him. Now they are saying…
Just diagnosed with Breast Cancer...Going Crazy...lol
I am 37 years old and no one in my family has a history of cancer… I went for a routine GYN examination and my GYN found a lump May 24th... June 2nd I had breast ultra sound and mammogram… It ended up being two clusters of micro calcification in my left breast… My stereotypical biopsy result that I received Monday stated…
Support groups - any experience or opinions?
Hello, all - 6 months after finishing treatment, I'm finally starting to have a little more energy, and am feeling like I soon might be able to (slowly) start doing something besides work, eat, exercise, and sleep. I was wondering about support groups, and thinking that we don't talk about them much here on this board. But…
coping with stage 4 breast cancer that has spread to lungs and bones
It's a lot to process being told that your loved one has breast cancer that has spread to lymph nodes under arm to also both lungs and rib area. How do you recover and cope with this all????what to do???
I watched rerun
I watched rerun of Dr. Oz today and was amazed to learn that the majority of women examine their breasts infrequently and incorrectly. A female dr he had on the show said each breast exam should take approx 8 minutes per breast. So, the next time a dr asks if you are examining your breasts tell the truth and ask how it…
I'm home from hospital
I came home yesterday afternoon after having bilateral mastectomies. My sentinel lymph node tested negative. Yah! I was prepared for the worse and am actually doing quite well. I spent more time in recovery (6-7hrs)than my surgery (4hrs). My oxygen level wasn't stable. I was up and walking less than 24 hrs. I still take…
Aquaphor Question
I've just completed my first week of radiation and thanks to this marvelous forum, found out I should be using aquaphor on my skin. I bought some yesterday and even bought some cheap tanks because it's so messy, greasy. Does anyone know if there is a cream Aquaphor instead of the greasy ointment? I didn't see any at my…
Radiation Graduation!
Cannot believe I am a radiation graduate today! Wonderful celebration with my new friends in the Radiation/Oncology department. With diploma in hand the tears came as they did when this process began. What will I do on Monday at 2:30? How will I know that I am still fighting this horrible disease when I am not actively…
Living Will
Last night, my husband and I were sitting in the living room and I said to him, 'I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine and fluids from a bottle. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.' He got up, turned off the TV, unplugged the Computer, and threw out my wine. He is SO on my s*** list…
Word for the Day
From 'Our Daily Bread' what shall I say? ’Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. ’Father, glorify Your name’ —John 12:27-28 As a saint of God, my attitude toward sorrow and difficulty should not be to ask that they be prevented, but to ask that God protect me so that I may remain what He…
I am a Chihuaha
I thought this was so much fun, hope you like it. Chihuahua The Socialalite Your single most amazing trait, dah-ling, is that you are charming and gregarious and gorgeous and lively. Oops! That was more than one. No worries, dear, it wouldn't be the first time the rules have been bent for you! Your charisma, combined with…
Thanks for listening
Tired of waiting. Pre-op on tuesday June 29 surgery on July 8th. I have cleaned and made all the arrangements. Now I just sit and wait and worry. It is simple I just needed to say AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I AM SICK AND TIRED OF WAITING. thanks for listening .......
ChemoAngels
A friend of mine (in fact the one who referred me to her breast surgeon) told me about this program. She said it was a wonderful lift to her spirits whenever she heard from her ChemoAngels. It took a while for me to hear back from them, but I just got the notification that my angels have been assigned. If you are…
Where do you draw your strength from?
For me it would be my family. I haven't seen them in over 15 years. After getting my green card I had finally booked my flight - when BC stopped me in my tracks. So, as soon as this is over there's a ticket to germany with my name on it! Ayse
Did Anyone Else Feel This Way?
I finished 6 rounds of Chemo (TAC) May 6th and just started rads this week. Even though this whole ordeal has been stressful, frightening and so not fun, most days I've managed to laugh, find some happiness and be grateful for the many blessings I have in my life. However, this week, with going to radiation therapy every…

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