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Gynecomastia and Tamoxifen
I was Dx with Colorectal Adenocarcinoma in June 2009. I had surgery in November and I started Folfox chemo in January. I took 3 treatments of Folfox due to bad side affects. I stopped short on the chemo and I noticed my right breast getting tender and beginning to swell. Jump ahead to now. I had a mammogram and Ultra sound…
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My brother
I don't know how to start this - I lost my brother 13 years ago December 20. One of his closest friends posted a recently found video of him performing in Greenwich Village on YouTube. It's certainly not one of his best - I think it was impromtu, but it is him. I'd love to introduce you to him, so anyone interested can go…
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just wondering
is everyone told their doctor is the best? both my surgeon and radiation oncologist have the credentials to back up their reputations, but i am wondering if others do. . .
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Chemo Brain
What does this term mean?
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OPPPPPPPPPPPPSSSSSS it Finally hit
Sat was a day of hell. THe side effects of the shot to build up my white blood cells and my tummy went. Took the right meds but the wrong type I took the drowsy ones opps equaled a day in bed for me and thanks to the time change I got uo at 4am.
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hester's blog on stage 4 breast cancer
Too many women are living with advanced/metastatic/Stage IV (all those terms mean the same thing) breast cancer. The good news is that many of these women live pretty normal lives for many years, but the really bad news is that there is not yet a cure. When I first began to do this work, there was exactly one treatment for…
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Arimidex - Dry Skin Patches
Those who are on Arimidex, are any of you noticing dry skin patches various sizes and on various parts of the body? I have a reputation for having great skin. In the last week or so I am noticing dry skin patches (big and small) popping up. Also, on side of neck starting from ear to shoulder, skin feels like elephant hide…
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recurrence near/on incision?
Has anyone had a recurrence on the mastectomy incision or nearby or in the chest wall? If so, how did you find out? Did you have symptoms? Thanks!!
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3 more miles! I did it!
I participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk today here in Phoenix! Nobody went with me as they all walked with me in the Susan G Komen race for a Cure less than a month ago. I did not raise much money since again, everyone already supported me in a previous event. I did however run into a woman who I…
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Just a little tired of being a trooper (long rant)
Well, I had a lumpectomy in May, started chemo in June (TAC) finished Oct 1st. Now I go in for double mastectomy and reconstruction this Wed. I've been trying so hard to keep a happy face on and let everyone know I'm going to be alright (at least that's what the odds say). As surgery gets closer and more people and wishing…
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Eating Before
Should I eat before chemo or is it better for me not to eat at all? Thank You In Advance Judy
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I can just go buy a bra! (or: SATURDAY SHOPPING NEWS)
I went to the L'eggs outlet store today and as I was checking out, decided to be bold and ask them if they had any bras for mastectomy patients(they also carry the Playtex brand). Lo and behold,they had two styles that will hold the prosthetic! A choice of colors and styles..who knew? The one I got is the Playtex 18 hour V…
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exchange surgery - 10 days and counting !!!
Just had to share that I got my exchange surgery date - November 16th! If you don't know already - i can't WAIT to get these expanders out!! I'm completely maxed out - 850ccs! I was getting 100cc fills every 2 weeks until about a month and a half ago. I was in so much pain after a fill that I was in tears -every muscle…
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Don't forget the extra hour today!
Not sure if this applies to everyone but don't forget to set your clocks tonight BACK for that lovely, extra hour. Have a wonderful weekend...Love you guys. Blessings and hugs, Sylvia
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Was there HIP Pain before Diagnosis?
I had a friend who found out that she was stage four Lung Cancer though she had tried for years to find out what was wrong with her. It took years to get this diagnosis and she didn't live long at all. She was a very bright woman who did allot of her own research trying to find treatments that would help her though the…
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Lets focus more on PREVENTING cancer by getting and keeping toxins out of our bodies
I was cured of CML back in 1997 via a bone marrow transplant but picked the Breast Cancer board because I could not find a board about getting and keeping toxins out of our bodies and figured this board might have the most, and the most passionate, readers. I just finished the book Living Downstream and it has totally…
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spasms
i 've been up all night with spasms in my back not sure what to do can someone help me.....
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Shortscake How are you?
Has anyone heard anything from her? I havent seen a post from her in a very long time.
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When it rains it certainly does pour.
I'm in shock at this moment. I was diagnosed with breast cancer Oct. 2009. I've gone thru 10 months of treatments. I'm now having follow up tests, all have been good and expect the PET I have on Mon. to be clear 100%. I'm doing well. My dad was dx with lung cancer at the begining of the year. Doing ok some days better than…
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1st Taxol and smooth sailin'. Bu Bye crappy A/C!
I had my first Tazol today. I feel really good! I had the best sleep from the benadryl! lol. It was the best i had all week! If i wasn't still getting over this cold, I don't think I would feel any different. I guess now, it's a waiting game to see if i get neuropathy. I think that's one of my biggest fears. I guess, I'm…
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Two Buck Traci
So, you drank your gift. Would a biannual meeting of the So Cal chapter of the CSN ladies and gift exchange suit you? Should we cut the crap and just bring liquor? I understand it's suppose to be quicker. Let's see 20+ ladies and if each one were to bring a bottle for each of the other ones...and of course, if a train…
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No salad?
While reading through another posting, I read that several people had been told not to eat salads and other raw foods. I hadn't heard this. I've been living on salads and raw fruits and vegetables. They, along with spicy foods, are all that tasted normal while I was going through chemo.
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Chemo #2
My #2 Chemo treatment is next Tuesday. Already having feelings of dread. Am a very positive thinking person. Got my head buzzed and am learning how to wear scarves and hats. Think I am coming down with a cold because have watery eyes, runny nose and all of a sudden a loss of appetite. Had a good appetite up until…
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One Silver Lining to Chemo??
I found out today that I start my tx's on the 22nd... need to get my head in the game so I can get my groove on and need your help!! Can everybody dig deep and find ONE good thing they found throughout the chemo cocktails. Come on warriors, when we add everybody's ONE good thing together, we can see why we endure this…
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What was your favorite toy you received at Christmas as a child
Chatty Cathy..anyone remember her?
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worring about going back to work!
Hi,I need some advice, now that my chemo is doable I'm thinking about going back to work, I've been out of work since May 28,2010. I have my own cleaning business(self employed)well you know we have to watch out for germs well my job is the most germiest(is that a word lol)but you understand what i mean I've been doing…
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Wine or beer
Has anyone been told not to drink???
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First Chemo
I go Nov 10th for my first chemo. At that time I will have; OV TCH CBC STAT CMP Taxotere and Carboplatin. Getting nervous. I am thinking that after the first infusion, the scary stuff is over That nothing new (unknown) will happen. How about it ladies tell me it is true?
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Fatigue
Exactly what is fatigue? During my radiation I was asked all the time if I was fatigued? I said I DONT" THINK SO..they said you would know if you were... Am I the only one who is not sure exactly the symptoms are?
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waiting for new hair!
I finished my last of 6 chemos on 6/23 and 30 of radiation on 9/2. my hair seems to be coming in, thick, but does not seem to be getting any longer. Anyone else deal with this? I am really hoping to get back to work by dec 6th as i have been on disability pretty much since jan.