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Breast Cancer

Archives for June 2010

Wonderful father's day!
My beau was the star of the show... we visited my stepdaughter in her new condo, and then walked around the 'village' she lives in (now, this is So Calif...so the village is a bit different...lol!). The day was sunny, with just a little breeze to keep it cool. I lost my dad over 20 years ago, but still felt him by my side…
Ninty-five percent sure on chemo
I'm still a little bit unsure of chemo for me. Have IDC, ER+ PR+ HER2- with an ONCOTYPE DX recurrence score of 22. Had a lumpectomy on May 11 and am scheduled for Chemo July 1. Those ONCOTYPE DX charts are pretty confusing to me, but I figure I should hit this damned thing with the big bullets. The invasive part in my…
Feeling Really Lucky and a Little Amazed!!!!!
Today I go for my 24th rad treatment and so far I have only one spot that is tender, above my breast on my chest wall. My underarm is a little browner than my breast but neither is red. Right now I am feeling kinda blessed cause I had such a really rough time with chemo and I seem to be doing okay with rads. I have been…
Mastectomy questions
Good evening to all my new sisters :) I was diagnosed last week, and this week I'm meeting with the oncologist Tuesday, plastic surgeon Wednesday, and back to my surgeon on Friday to discuss my surgery decision. I have a cancerous lump in my right breast, my mammogram and ultrasound did not show evidence of anything else…
A question about rad boosts please
I am making great progress with my rads. I have 11 more to go. I know the last 8 are the boosts. I was wondering if they cause more skin burning in the spot that is getting the boost. I am quite burnt now and just want to know what to be prepared for. Thanks to all for all of the advise you give on this site. It has been a…
Got My Nipples Yesterday!
Oh boy! Oh boy you guys! This was incredible! So easy and I feel like I can start to visualize myself again. Of course for the next few weeks I'll have these styrofoam "monopoly hotels" protecting the little guys so my shirts look extremely strange but WHOOOOO CAAAAAARES!!!!!!!!! Did the whole thing outpatient in my…
Swelling
Ladies, This weekend I've experienced swelling of my feet, legs, and hands. I was on my feet more than usual and it was extremely hot. I'm debating going to the dr. tomorrow. I usually have to see a PA which doesn't thrill me. I'm drinking more water, and keeping my feet elevated as much as possible. Had bilateral…
Pathology Report
Newbie here.....and hearing the words: Breast Cancer has left my mind in a state of confusion. Can anyone help me understand the path reports I just rec'd which in part reads: Two focal of intraductal carcinoma associated with intraluminal microcalcificaton - moderate chronic inflammatory response to both foci of…
Word for the day Psalm 23 very popular scripture
The Lord is my shepard; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your…
it's the little things ; )
so this morning after church, the last of the steri-tape on my port peeled off! hooray! it's been annoying and itchy and now it's gone!
Thanks to all-Ned my new guy
I am dancing! And I want to thank everyone for the support, hugs and tips. I am so greatful to have so many friends that shared their hearts with me, directly and indirectly. The one truth I have found is that we share and understand something that friends and family don't, that we are changed and must find a "new normal"…
Any Chemo-prep Advice?
My wife is starting chemo Wednesday (AC) and has started making lists; but feels unprepared; Claratin, ice chips, ice pops? Nobody has contacted her from Sloan to tell her anything yet, so she is getting all of her info herself (on line and in books), but she doesn't feel like she has enough time to prepare. Went wig…
Non-Paraben Lotions and Creams
I've recently discovered that lotions containing parabens can become estrogen like when we put them on our skin. Big no-no if your cancer was was E and P +. I've been looking for creams and lotions to put on my scars that do not contain compounds like this and was just wondering, what do you all use that is good for the…
Great Books to Read
I just finished reading "The Paperbag Christmas" by Kevin Alan Milne. It was his first novel, I suppose it would fall under "inspirational literature." It's about several young children and their Christmas experiences and a valuable lesson that they learned. I don't want to say much more, in case you want to read it. It…
6 Truths of Life~Things you probably never even knew.....I know I didn't!
6 TRUTHS OF LIFE 1. You cannot stick your tongue out and look up at the ceiling at the same time. 2. All idiots, after reading #1 will try it. 3. And discover #1 is a lie. 4. You are smiling now because you are an idiot. 5. You soon will forward this to another idiot. 6. There is still a stupid smile on your face. I…
My turn for Relay for Life
The Relay for Life was an amazing experience. Emotionally charged events during my 12 hours were the survivor's lap which I walked with a new 33-year old friend who has just completed her first chemo -- and seeing my name and those of my deceased parents up on the screen during the luminaria ceremony. Also very touching…
Greetings from Long-Lost dmc!
(I posted under "Facebook," too...I really wanted you all to read this one! :) ) Whoohoo! I just joined Facebook and it is a blast! It would be great to keep in touch with all of you that way. If you want to join me on Facebook, send me a PM and I will give you my FB name. But....that's not why I'm here today. I am here to…
So! Excited!
today I went Naked, no one stared, the earth did not fall apart. It felt so nice. It really is short but I didnt care, I just kept thinking about what Traci said, to pretend like you intended it that way!!! Anyway, I went to get some pants for an event, and the lady who waited on me was also a breast cancer survivor STAGE…
For all the Dad's that visit here...
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! Gracie
Word for the day for all you warriors out there....God is our refuge and arms us for battle
Psalm 18....In my distress I called upon the Lord, and cried out to my God; He heard my voice from His temple, and my cry came before Him, even to His ears.....He sent from above, He took me; He drew me out of many waters. He delivered me from my strong enemy, from those who hated me, for they were too strong for me. They…
Oh My Gosh is this true.......
Once I start the chemo I never have any periods ever again? Oh my word, this is pure joy to hear this? Finally an end to that crap as well......................YAY!!!!!!! My olders sisters, age 54 and 56 still get there's , I can't wait to tell them.......... Love Ronda,
Jobs
I work in a very small vet hospital. I know that it will be a couple of months at least before I am able to do my job at 100 percent. I plan on going back asap to answer phones and do paperwork. Here is my delima, My husband has a 1 week seminar at a beach resort in September and I want to go with him. After the year I…
Chemo port in the arm
Does anyone have to teach the doctors and nurses on how a chemo port in the arm is done but they wont listen to you cuz they dont think you know what you are talking about? Let me back up a lttle...My doctor said they were going to put my port in my arm and said it was a newer technique they have been doing. They put the…
A few quotes to ponder...
I came across these quotes today, thought they were clever and insightful. "Worry does not empty tomorrow of its troubles, it empties today of its strength" "You can complain that rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice that thorn bushes have roses" "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments…
Not feeling well and can not figuer out why.Any Ideals?
Hi everyone.for the last two days i have felt like a mack truck run over me.i got scared last night from feeling so bad I went to the emergency room.They did blood work and didn,t fing anything wrong.I feel sick when trying to eat.I been taking tamoifin for 2 weeks.I also ach.I don,t have a cold.They forgot to check my…
Consdering Mastectomy
Hi All, Thank you for all of your encouragement and advice earlier regarding getting an appointment with my surgeon and whether or not to see an oncologist as well. I have since seen my surgeon and I have an appointment to see an oncologist this week (only because of my persistance and insistance which is so very…
Arimidex
Hi Ladies, I stopped Femara in March, due to bad side effects and haven't taken anything since. I met my new Onc. on Thursday and he's trying me on Arimidex. I know they all have side effects but I was wondering if anyone has tried more than one? I have hopes of this one working better with my body. He did mention that…
I Made It!!!
Became a rads grad today. I have to say those 33 treatments went quite quickly. Now on to finding out what kind of hormone receptor I will be on.
Got my Score
My onco appointment isn't till Tuesday, But My doctor faxed my a copy of my OncoType Dx results. My score was a 12, I am really curious to see what the Ocnologist reccomends. I had said if my score was lowere than 10 I would feel comfortable in not having Chemo. So much to think about!
"Dance Lessons"
I have 5 more rads! After a year with chemo, surgeries, and radiation, I have been practicing my dance steps with "NED" ...I have gained so many of you as friends forever, and will continue to be ever grateful for all of your help... Anyone for a dance? (: <3 <3 <3 Sandy

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