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Breast Cancer

Archives for September 2010

Less invasive surgery OK for breast cancer
Removing selected lymph nodes can be as effective as removing them all, study says LONDON — Some breast cancer patients may do just as well with a less invasive surgery to remove selected lymph nodes rather than the aggressive operation normally used to remove them all, a new study says. In the biggest trial yet to compare…
Re Aromatase Inhibitors: Do muscle and joint aches begin within the first month?
I began taking Arimidex five days ago. My oncologist said that I will know within a few weeks whether or not I can tolerate the side effects. I'm wondering how soon others have felt the strongest side effects from these drugs?
Teacher says, "Every time a bell rings...
...a crazy bald lady has completed her radiation." ....and they gave me the bell.
Visit with the Ortho Surgeon
Much like one of the post getting tired of trying to make them see what shape I am in and after not getting the MRI of the lumps in my arm along with the shoulder that were to be done really takes its toll on the ability to try and stay oh so positive. I more concerned about the lumps but because of the pain level and the…
Microcalc's and cancelled biopsy... Thoughts???
I had a baseline mammo done on a Monday that resulted in me going back for a spot mag on Wednesday on the L breast. The report reads as follows: The faint calcifications identified posteriorly in the left breast do persist with spot compression. These calcifications are very powdery in appearance and are grouped rather and…
Any tips on how to communicate with oncologists/staff??
I am beyond frustated with the nurse at my oncologist's. She just called me back to answer a few questions I had regarding Femara. She is very condensending in her tone and trys to passify me rather than answer what I consider to be valid concerns. I needed to know when I was to start the Femera, 4 weeks post-op…
ptsd post treatment?
I'm 51 and was dxed in June of 09, I had bilat mast, did 4 rounds of AC and 4 of taxol, and tram flap recon last Dec. I had a bad scare last July when my onc thought she saw more caner in my neck following an MRI. After a pet and a second opinion my onc requested it was determined to be arthritis in my upper neck. Since…
Nipple Reconstruction Question
Hello Ladies, I have done the expander reconstruction quite some time ago, its been over a year. I was supposed to have the nipple recon but kept getting sick and could not have it done. Well I have decided to go ahead and get it done since I am doing okay right now. I am hoping those of you that have had this done can…
Hi, I'm a newcomer
I'm new at posting but have been reading all of your posts since I was dx in June. I had a bilateral masectomy middle aug. Started chemo last week and I'm doing good. I will be getting chemo every 3 wks. for 4 months. I will feel more comfortable about writing as the days go by, I will join in. I have never done this…
from fry pan to fire........
2 weeks ago had my last (#8 TAC) chemo infusion....today was first day I could actually stand up sraight and walk without extreme pain! Today I also went for CT Simulation for rads........tomorrow I go for x-ray alignment, and the Rads start on Wednesday this week....just 2 1/2 weeks since finishing chemo......but I feel…
Neulasta or Chemo?
I was diagnosed with TNBC on July 5th after having a lumpectomy on 6/30 that the surgeon thought would be benign. Partial mastectomy was 7/14. I am Stage IIB with no lymph node involvement. I began TC chemo on 9/2 with a Neulasta injection on 9/3. Within 2 1/2 days the bone pain was so severe I could barely move (pain in…
sorry traciinla, but i just have to share this!
i did get a blow-up gown when they were preparing me for surgery, it was really warm in the room what with five of us in there (not to mention all of you). the nurse told me they could cool me off with my gown. i couldn't help but mention to my friends that traciinla didn't get a blow-up gown or a pesto recipe. one of the…
Thanks for being here...
I've been reading the boards for a couple of weeks now, and you warriors have answered every question I've had. Thank you for that and the un-intended support, ya'll are amazing! I know you'll ask...I was diagnosed Aug 5th with triple negative IBC. I'm currently doing the chemo thing (TAC), then mastectomy and radiation.…
Vacation Cut Short
I'm back home. My husband and I left early Saturday morning. We drove 9 hours to Myrtle Beach. Had a wonderful dinner & a relaxing evening. Yesterday we got up and went to breakfast. When we returned, my son called & he was at the hospital with my daughter-in-law. We packed up and drove 9 hours back home yesterday. Please…
CANCERVERSARY
This week is my 2 Year Cancerversary!!!! Celebrate with me! Love to all of you who have been my strength and my guidance these past 2 years! Cyber Hugs!!! Pat
Lumpectomy
Getting ready to leave for my BC Lumpectomy. Prayers for "No Nodes" needed and accepted from anyone and everyone. Will let you all know the results.
sleeping difficulties
I am having a great deal of trouble sleeping. I have never been one to fall asleep easily but since diagnosis, I have had such anxiety. My dr gave me antidepressants that seem to have many digestive side effects( I think). Ambian also did not seem to work. My daytime anxiety improved so I was taking xanax only at night. It…
Taxotere, Carboplatin, Herceptin
Just curious how many woman have had the combo of Taxotere, Carboplatin and Herceptin? How is your hair coming in? Would love to find someone out there who had a similar experience to mine, (sparce, thin, hair regrowth one year out with visible scalp) is further out from their treatment, and has a full head of hair now!!!!…
HER2+
I am HER2+ and went for my 6 month after radiation mamogram last week. The technician made a remark that I am high risk for recurrence because my nuclear grade is 3. This is very upsetting to me. I thought that since I was stage 1 and no lymph nodes had cancer, I was very low risk for recurrence. Also, I am getting…
Prayer request
Asking for prayers for an acquaintance that will be going in for a double mastectomy in Texas. MaryAnne is the soul bread winner in her home and surgery is scheduled for the 21st.
New Screen Name
Hi Pinks :) Just wanted to let you know I have changed my screen name to pinkkari09 formally kmsmclaughlin. All is well on my end, busy with school, work and the like. My doctor told me to get busy living, hope that's a good thing. My last pet scan came back with one small spot that they believe is due to surgery so we'll…
NED
I don't want to sound stupid but I am new to this and I have question..... who or what is NED?
Radiation fatigue after one week?!?!
Finished chemo Aug. 24 started rads one week ago. Yesterday and today I am wiped. I'm trying to stay somewhat active but am napping twice a day the last two days. Everything is an effort. I wasn't expecting this kind of fatigue for a few weeks. Has anyone else experienced fatigue so soon into radiation? I feel like a wimp!
prayers please
I go in for my first CT scan since diagnosed in July 2009. With the numbness issue I'm scared... I've been praying so much lately! We lost 2 youngsters (22 yrs old) in our area in the past week. NOT to cancer, but it's WAY too young to die. Seems like a lot of bad news lately, I'm just hoping I won't have some tomorrow.…
Pink glove dance
If you haven't seen this, you need to. It brought tears to my eyes, we are not alone!! http://pinkglovedance.com Maureen
Triple negative breast cancer lumpectomy or masectomy?
I was diagnosed as triple negative early in August. I'm a 58 yr old Caucasian. Originally the plan was chemo, lumpectomy then radiation. Now my oncologist says the surgeon says a double masectomy would be a better choice. The stage is 2B with lymph node involvement. I don't know how many lymp nodes are involved for sure…
Port a cath
When is the portacath inplanted--at the time of masectomy or later? My oncologist said it is up to the surgeon. Should I make a suggestion? ann
Update on being DEVASTATED!!
I am still devastated over loosing my cousin/sister! Most of you probably recall the post i put up about it. Well i had to cut my vacation short to get home after i was informed of them finding her body in a cornfield about 3 miles from my house. The first thing i did was go to my aunts house which she is the one who…
Signing Into website
Why do I have to get a new password message everytime I try to get into the Discussion Board? Having Left Lumpectomy with Sentinel Node blue dye biopsy on Monday, accepting prayers from everyone and anyone.
what to eat during chemo
just wondering what food won't taste like metal to my grandmother. Any ideas would be wonderful and any other tips to handle chemo would be appreciated. thank you!!!

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