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Breast Cancer

Archives for January 2011

New blood test for cancer?
Just heard a little about it on TV but as I understood there is a new blood test that has been developed that is supposed to be so much better at detecting cancers and the type. one called it a fluid (or did they say liquid) biopsy as it is a blood test. Anybody see anything or know a site with the info. What i heard…
AND JUST FINISHED CHEMO # 4.... WHATS NEXT????
HEY EVERYONE JUST WANTED TO SHARE THAT MY MOTHER JUST FINISHED HER FOURTH AND LAST CHEMOTHERAPY... AND IM SO SO HAPPY... MY MOM WAS DIAGNOSE LIKE AROUND JUNE OF 2010 AND RAPIDLY HAD A MASECTOMY, SHE STARTED HER FIRST 2 CHEMO MEDICINE THRU THE HER VEINS BUT THEN DECIDED TO HAVE A PORT IN HER, THE THIRD CHEMOTHERAPY WAS OK…
Interesting Article
Ladies, Just wanted to tell you to go to www.msn.com they have an article on a promising new blood test that will find those small cancer creatures in our blood. Seems to be effective and major cancer, like breast, colon, lung, etc. Still in testing stage but Johnson & Johnson are teaming up with researchers to get it…
I hate this port
The docs dont listen they can get blood from it it working fine they dont care. I cant deal with this any more the pain is to much. I want my life back
Dance with NEDs
.... Hello, What is the meaning of this statement? Thank you in advance.
Mama G
Just wanted everyone to include mama G in your prayers, she is having her MRI after cyberknife. Anyone else besides mama and Moopy having tests? anyway praying for good results for our wonderful ladies.
Off subject, cuz maybe we need it - yesteryear TV
As you know, I am caregiver to my parents weekends. After all the chores and caregiving, I have time on my hands so I channel surf. Even with 180 channels, there is often nothing interesting on TV. This weekend, Encore was running a "Wagon Train" marathon. I know that dates me! Even as a young child, I knew what handsome…
Not lymphedema but has anyone had other swelling issues?
I occasionally have issues with retaining fluids but since starting chemo treatments I had noticed swelling in the ankles the week after throughout my 6 rounds. The last 2 treatments however, my feet, ankles, lower legs, hands and left eyelid are swollen. My pcp gave me Lasix and it worked the first time but now seems to…
Facebook
I know that so many of our sisters are on facebook and that sometimes, when you need to step back from this board, you can keep in touch there. So, I did the FB thing last spring. If, I haven't mentioned it before, I'm more than a little challenged electronically. I never told my parents about my BC. It was easier to hide…
Final reconstruction question
Hello, I'm fairly new to this network and have mostly been learning through looking at other people's issues and answers. But now I have a question I hope you can help me with. I had a single mastectomy in September with latissimus reconstruction and an expander. Only after surgery my docs determined I needed chemo…
PAIN.....
My goodness, all of a sudden everything hurts. My legs, my back, but especially my heart. Reading about all these sisters losing their battles hurts so bad. What are you all taking for physical pain? I've tried everything over the counter with no luck. I'm so sick of it....
Lost another sister
Just got a call that we lost another sister yesterday. She did not post to this group, she was older than most of us, in her 70's, but a fighter none the less. I feel so sorry for her and her son, she moved to Texas to live with her son from Chicago. She received treatment at the same center where I go until they told her…
shy violet - I miss you
Shy, I haven't seen you post in a really long time. I worry and wonder about you. Can you please let me know you are doing alright. Love, Ayse
Let's cherish stage IV survivors - thank you from the bottom of my heart
Today I would like celebrate this special group - stage IV survivors. There are many wonderful women among us here on this board Thank you for your input and dedication to this board. You give us courage, teach bravery and grace, share your experience and wisdom. I feel blessed that I met you here. Thank you from the…
Today is TLynn0102's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR TLYNN HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you all the best today & throughout the year! ♥ Cat
Today is JMG86's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JULIA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May all your dreams & wishes come true today & throughout the year! Haven't heard from you in a long time-how are you? Hope you are doing well! ♥ Cat
Systane ultra
Have seen a few post on watery eyes. My eye Dr. had me use Systane and it really helped. You can buy it over the counter.
It's morning here, and the skies are filled with geese....
9AM, and the sun barely up!!!! The geese fly in a V shape. The one at the point cuts the air, and makes is easier for the rest to fly. It's magnificent to watch as the point falls back, and another from the flock takes over, since this point position takes the most work...the whole flock takes turns. Today is Sunday.…
Need to vent...I am so..
I am so tired of feeling bad. Chemo changes your body. For me it feels as though my body is no longer my own and dammit I want my body back. My last chemo was 2 weeks ago a total of 16 treatments. I am tired of nausea, vomiting,constipation,hypersensitivity to smells, and bad tastes that linger in your mouth. Now the next…
My husband is so supportive.
I just tried to discuss with him something I read on here and he said, "I'm not going to discuss it." Nice. Great support, huh? Oh, I forgot, I'm done with treatment, I should be good to go.
I wanted you all to know how much you mean to me
These are the words to a song from the musical Wicked. I really love this song because it expresses so much. I have a very dear friend who has had a heart ailment for nearly 20 years. A heart ailment so severe that the doctors said at best she would live 5 to 10 years with. She and I have always used humor to deal with…
I got a real hairstyle!
This is 8 months after chemo cocktails and I have 2 out of 10 more rounds of avastinto do.
Poem I found on the net
If I Could.... By Mike Hall I'd like to look into your eyes and tell you that this nightmare will vanish in the morning or take you on an ocean cruise......in hopes that cancer couldn't follow If I could, I would take you to the happy, carefree places of your youth To the hideouts where sunshine and laughter rule the day…
still so sad about Heidi....and does anyone "repeat" themselves????
I was told that I repeat myself in conversations.....I have been on arimidex almost 2 and 1/2 years. They said I have never done this until this diagnosis, treatment....but, now I feel like I am afraid to talk for fear I will bore someone to tears. I guess it is getting really old to them. :(
One of the obligations of saying Hello....
and welcoming someone into your life, is saying "Goodbye" with just as much respect and love. It is part of the total experience. I was asked at a recent interview why I still go on supporting others...even when there are some I cannot help or save...The discussion subject is what I said in response. I am a better person…
scared and worried
Hello everyone. It's really great to have a place like this to just talk and throw questions out there. We have all been through this bc thing. I have a lumpectomy scheduled for Tuesday and radiation to follow, however,I went to my surgeon for my preop and was told (because I asked) that I am ER and PR negative and HER2…
just wanted to say....
❤♫❤♫❤.•*¨`*•..¸♥☼♥ ¸.•*¨`*•.♫❤♫❤♫❤ ╔═════════ ೋღ❤ღೋ ═════════╗ ೋ ❤❤~~HAPPY NEW YEAR!~~❤❤ ೋ ╚═════════ ೋღ❤ღೋ ═════════╝ May 2011 bring a CURE before we lose another precious pink fighter!!! ♥ Libby
tips - no hair yet and snow skiing
For you skiers or cold weather girls out there - I'm from Florida and need some tips. Going skiing in a couple of months and still won't have hair yet (I do feel better in a wig here.). Can't see wearing a wig to ski tho. Under my ski helmet, should I wear a light weight covering over my head to keep warm outside or is the…
Positive Actions
Here is an article from Living with Breast cancer This clearly is the day of resolutions. My only thought this year is to try to notice and appreciate my life even more. The usual suspects of exercise, nutrition, weight loss, etc. are already part of my life (ever notice how crowded the gym becomes the first few weeks of…
I have to escape for a while
After this sad news about Heidi today, I need to pray, think, meditate, and show those all around me how much I love and care about them. I will be praying for all of us who are suffering or fighting, confused, lost, or frightened. I'll be back soon. Hugs and heartfelt prayers, Renee

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