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Interesting Study re Sequence of Chemo
This was sent to me from Oncology Stat today. Chemotherapy Sequence Affects Early Breast Cancer Outcomes "Chemotherapy Sequence Affects Early Breast Cancer Outcomes Elsevier Global Medical News. 2011 Jan 7, B Jancin SAN ANTONIO (EGMN) — The sequence in which paclitaxel (taxol) and anthracyclines (such as adriamycin) are…
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Peripheral Neuropathy ******
I am 3 month out since my last Chemo and have been struggling with pain, sensativity & numbness in my fingers(neuropathy) Can anyone who has experienced this same side effect of Taxotere share with me how long they had this.... I wake up at night with alot of pain - the Dr prescribed naperxon (sp) and I'm also taking…
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YAY!!! MY MOMMY IS DONE WITH CHEMO!!!!!
HEY EVERYONE MY MOM IS FINALLY DONE WITH ALL 4 OF HER CHEMOTHERAPY, SHE JUST HAD HER APPT. WITH HER ONCOLOGIST AND HE GAVE HER THE FIVE YEAR PILL CALL TAMOXIFEN.... HAS ANYONE HAD ANY EXPIRIENCE WITH THE FIVE YEAR PILL??? I WOULD REALLY LIKE SOME FEEDBACK ON WAT MY MOM MIGHT EXPERIENCE OR ANY SIDE EFFECTS OF THE PILL...…
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Bad news
Moopy was dxed with liver mets this morning. Chemo starts this afternoon - carboplatin and gemzar most likely. Hanging in the best we can.
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Today is ElizaRose & MWallace1325's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR ELIZA & MARGE HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you both all the best on your special day & throughout the year! *Haven't seen either of you post in quite some time, hope all is well & if you see this you will check in and let us know how you…
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pet scan update
I went to my doctor for my results and they were not good. My tumors are growing in my liver and abdomen so the chemotherapy is not working except to make me sicker (if there is such a word!!), I have been given info on a trial which looks promising, i have all the paper work and I am going to sign them asap.…
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Tissue Expanders????
Had a skin sparing double mastectomy about three months ago. These (gas jugs) I mean tissue expanders are driving me crazy. My right side is still either bruised or something underneath the expander where the alloderm attaches to my muscle. Doc's don't seem to be worried, but i am very active and that area becomes pretty…
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~~Cypress Cynthia~~
I just want to say a big thank you for all of the information and links that you post on here for your sisters in pink. I know you gave me some very good information and I really appreciate it. You are amazing and I just want you to know that! Big hugs, Diane
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Bestymorgan- any update?
Hi Betsy, I was wondering how you were making out with your nipple reconstruction. What did the doctor say on Tuesday? Does he still think there's hope for saving it? I hope it works out for you- for both of us! It will be two weeks for me on Thursday, and one still looks pretty good and the other is still black and hard.…
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Has anyone had mets on there liver removed?
I am new to the site and I am wondering if anyone with mets on the liver has had them removed?I am a Stage 4 IBC patient with mets on bone liver,abdominal area and female parts!!I had been in remission for alil over a year when the mets started showing up on the scans again and I was told about having them removed my oc…
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so frustrated
This is nothing compared to everyone elses battle. but I just have to vent, I am so tired of being tired. I started working and I love it and I still am good at it and feel I can do some good. But I cant do anything else and that is two 8 hour hour days!!! I do have over an hour commute each way and of course an 8 hour day…
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What time of the day do you take tamoxifen?
Does it matter what time of the day you take the medicine? Currently I take it at night. I am asking because my hot flashes are sooooo bad during the night and then during the day I am freezing. Do you think it would make a difference if I took it in the morning instead? I am having a hard time sleeping thru them. Thanks…
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Dear Chen Heart
it wasn't enough that you organized our ornament exchange, flowers for Heidi and donations but you took the time to send a thank you note. You are such a thoughtful person and we are indeed blessed to have you on our board. I especially loved your label! Char
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6 weeeks
He was told i burn easy. I dont want it. i will be the one to get a secondary cancer from this. **** it stands i have the port to thank for making my heart race. now i have heart problems.
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Chemo pills??
Has anyone heard of or used the chemo pills? What about side effects? Hair loss?
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Help..fingernails are separating
I've just finished chemo and my last 2 treatments were Cytoxan/Taxol. My fingernails appear to be separating from the nail bed. I see that the "white" area is extending down to about half way on one nail so far and the sides are white (instead of the normal pink color) which I'm thinking means that the nail is going to…
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I have a date!
For my next surgery that is :( LOL Cat scan in the morning Pre op on Thursday at noon Surgery at 7am on Monday I have to arrive at 5am, have MRI at 6am and surgery at 7am. To top it off Monday is my birthday!!!! Suppossed to only have to stay one night, fingers crossed!!!!!!!!!!!! Since I had so much trouble with my IV's…
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What's with all othe meds during Chemo??
Seems like an overload of the same meds... I begin my 1st Chemo this Thursday - 8 treatments beginning with AC; I've picked up meds: Lorazepam; Prochlorperazine; Venlafaxine; Pantoprazole. The NP has let me know that these will help with nausea, hot flashes and a few other chemo side effects ~ which I'm really glad of...…
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Kathi M .. How is Mom?
You both are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know. Vicki Sam
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Moopy .. How are you doing ? We are here for you ..
Thinking and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, dear Sister. Strength, Hope, Courage and Healthy results -) Vicki Sam
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Mama G, how are you doing?
You have been in my prayers. I hope you things are doing better.
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Dancing with NED!!!
Do you hear the music? NED and I are dacing up a storm. Love that rock 'n roll music! I got the all clear on my mammogram today! I want to thank all of you for being with me today. I felt all of your positive thoughts and hugs. It was so crowded in the room that they made my husband stay in the waiting area...lol. Hugs,…
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Been thinking about Marine alot
Anyone know how he is? I am sure he has it hands full.
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pathology reports
I had my lumpectomy on January 4th and it went "as expected"(whatever that means) I'm going for pathology reports on Wednesday. The waiting sucks! Worried but at least,I have started on the fight against this thing called cancer. Wish me luck--I'm really worried Denise
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Having port removed tomorrow
as an outpatient procedure in the hospital. My husband is taking me. I'm going for rads an hour earlier. I have a horrible cold but still went to radiation today. Fortunately I didn't have to cough during the treatment. Oh, I found out that every Monday I see the dr and I get weighed. We have a big storm heading our way…
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Avon walk - who has done NY?
This years walk is on Oct 15 & 16. 26.2 miles the first day and 13 the next. Yikes! Do you really walk the whole way or what? What is the time frame? I would love to do this. I have an appt to get a shot in the hip (darn bursitis!) on Monday. I can walk the halls of the local school until better weather, and then outside.…
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Low red blood count!
My red blood count is 8.8 after my first four chemo treatments. Had a double mastectomy with expanders. I am supposed to have my fifth treatment tomorrow if my blood is ok. Just wondering if there is a link between breast surgery with expanders and a drastic drop in red blood count. My iron is fine, but have not checked…
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Snow Day
We had 7 inches of snow at our house in Northeast Georgia, it is a record. Everything is shut down, interstates and everything. Now it is freezing rain. The News has been on since 5 this morning, just watching the snow. Sometimes we need the break! Snowy Hugs, Rhonda
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Thank you to the Heidijez angels
To Heidi's CSN angels: On behalf of Heidi's Mom and family members, I wanted to take a moment to thank all of you for the beautiful flowers that were received at Heidi's home. Heidi's Mom placed several of the beautiful blue petals in Heidi's hands as she told her that they were from her CSN angels. Heidi's Mom is also…
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Succesfull surgery
thanks guys Because of the wishes recieved frm ur end,my mothers mascetomy went on well and now i am waiting for the report from the doctor hope it is positive