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When is Your Birthday? (Newbies & Goldies)
Hello & Welcome to all of you new here. I'm so sorry you had to join us all this way, but hopefully you have found that you couldn't be in a better place! As you've probably noticed, along with so many other things, we share in the joy of celebrating Birthdays. If you would like to be added to the list, post your birthday…
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update on doctor appt
I went to my oncologist yesterday, i did not get done chemo until 9:30pm, they had to put me in a hospital room to finish chemo since the infusion room closed at 7pm. I am on a new chemo drug called Ixabepilone (Ixempra) and it is a 3 hour infusion. I was wondering if anyone is familiar with this drug. I did google all…
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Still dancing
With all the bad news here lately, I'm happy to post some good. Another mammogram this morning and still dancing with NED. Thanks to everyone here, fighting the fight. marge
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"Without change there could be no butterflies." Author Unknown
"Without change there could be no butterflies." Author Unknown
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arm survived flight as did pump equipment!
I put on expression page a pix of my husband and myself upon arrival to our villa on the beach in Mexico....you can tell I was happy to be back here! But I wanted to let you know that flying with the lymphedema was not a problem. I was a bit concerned...my first flight since all this. I had put on the kinesio tape on the…
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Good Luck On Friday Faith_Luck_And_A_Little_Bit_ Of_Chemotherapy
I read on another post that you were being deported this Friday, the 21st. So, I wanted to wish you good luck. And, do you think you might put it on your key chain too? LOL ♥ Noel
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Interesting Night at the Bowling Alley
Last night was our bowling night so off we went. Upon arrival I noticed we were playing a team of folks that I always enjoy bowling with. One gentleman on the team has been bowling for at least as long as we have. He is aware of my cancer battles and on occasion has lent an understanding ear to my husband explaining to him…
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Prognostic Markers - HER-2/neu
I had a partial mastectomy 10 days ago. Today I had an app't with the surgeon. Every thing is good on my pathology report with the exception of one concern. She really didn't want to discuss it - told me to make an app't with my oncologist. The report says this: HER-2 /neu borderline by IMC and amplified (3-7) by FISH. The…
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I have to tell you all
THANK YOU! The bonsai azalea is beautiful. Lisa's stepmom gave me detailed instructions for its care and it will have a place of pride under our bedroom window. The funeral was well attended and beautifully carried out. Father Fergus offered up a wonderful Mass and our dear friend Sister Pauline read a moving eulogy. The…
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When life gives you...a funny
Thought this was cute...when life gives you lemons, make lemonade..use the lemonade to wash down Zanax!
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2 years post treatment & I have a question
Hi all, I am two years post treatment for my BC recurrence, and I'm doing great, although my stamina & energy levels have not returned completely. I retired from my day-job a year ago & now I work about 25 hours/week at my church. I LOVE it. My question is about the bone/joint/muscle pain associated with Taxotere & blood…
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My last AC chemo is thursday...question about Taxol
I have not really had any effects from the AC...if I wasn't bald I would think it was koolaid going in! Taxol is next. 4 times every 3 weeks. I know I've asked about effects before but I can't recall what they were!! Hair loss still? Fatigue? I'm soooooooooooooo ready not to have chemo anymore and just be done with all…
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Why I've been away
My Sweet Kindred Sisters and Brothers.. I am finally at a point in my life where I feel I can come back here. The last 3 years of my life have been the worst! Some of you know me from when I came here seeking solace from my mind and comfort for my heart... I was welcomed with open arms and have never forgot the comforting…
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Double masectomy question
I had a lumpectomy so I need a question answered on masectomy. I have a friend, she is 51, that was dx'd about a month ago with stage 1 IDC.No nodes involved. She has opted for a complete masectomy. She is really small so the thought was a lumpectomy would really disfigure her. She is small all over so will prob go with…
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JP drain
Thi is the first time I've posted anything. I had bilateral mastectomy with sentinal node removal two and a half weeks ago. No reconstruction. At two weeks post-op I got the right drain removed but the left drain is looking like it may take over 3 weeks, which I don't want. What can I do to help slow the output of the…
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New to this network - Anyone using Alternative Medicine? Stage 4 Breast Cancer
At the end of October I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer. I was given a very poor prognosis with treatment. I couldn't accept this so I started researching and found a survivor who used diet and supplements. I have started on this path about 6-7 weeks ago. Has anyone here gone that route? Not sure I have anything…
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Canadian Air Transport Security - rough with 82 y/o BC Survivor
www.digitaljournal.com/article/302664 Sorry I don't know how to make it so you can just click on it. (If you google "Canadian Air Transport Security - 82 year old woman you'll find several articles on the incident)
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Hello my dear warrior sisters, kindred spirits, Daft Sods, and Radbee's....
It definately has been a hell of a week hasn't it.... or month really. The losses have hit us hard... and each of us has been affected in one way or another and it hasn't been easy. I see that Kari has a PT scan this Thursday... I am praying and crossing fingers for you Kari! Betsy how did your PT appointment go any update…
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I'm back: Friend has ER/PR -; Her2+
Hi everyone! I'm back to actively reading the boards and need a little advice for my friend. She just had ultrasound biopsy: ER/PR neg; Her2 pos. She is having a PET scan tomorrow and is still interviewing surgeons. Tumor is 2 inches, high grade IDC. They want to start chemo soon and surgery after it shrinks. Providing the…
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She's Topless
Donna officially retired the wig. She has been out without it many times, but works as an teacher's aid, and was reluctant to go to work without it. She started Tamoxifen and has no noticable side affects. My sister (stage IV lung cancer) is doing well. All tumors got smaller; chemo is affective. Don't know how long that…
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Any tips for buying wigs/chemo caps?
Hi all, I am gearing up for chemo and am trying to do a little shopping ahead of time. I have searched all of the websites and have some questions. I have always gotten a headache after wearing even a headband or cap for even a few hours so I don't want anything too tight. What are some brands of wigs and caps that you…
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Today is Grandmasueb's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SUE HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Hoping your day is filled with all the things you love most! ♥ Cat
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Not the tamoxifen...
A few days ago, I wrote about a problem I was having which I attributed to Tamoxifen. I was WRONG, WRONG, WRONG. Went to my new family doctor. After explaining my painful experiences with muscle cramping on AI's and Tamoxifen, she said she doesn't believe it's the tamoxifen. She took a closer look at my other meds…
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I am so ready for spring!
We had a little snow last night here in Maryland, but now have freezing rain on top of everything to make a sheet of ice! Yuck! Didn't sleep good last night. I've been up since 4 this morning. I know the days are getting longer, however, it still gets dark too early for me. Still getting dark early, freezing my azz off,…
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cleared TSA w/lymph pump & fake boob
Update...I am at TIA (Tampa) and just cleared TSA. No issue with me...went through regular security...no pat down and no x-ray! Wow, what a surprise. Packed my lymph pump and garment in two carry ons....both max size (machine is large and the garment is arm plus torso, so it is bulky. TSA had me open the one with machine…
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Do any of you guys do the CHAT?
I'd love to chat with some of you all. I can't seem to keep up wioth all the posts and replies!
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Thank you for replying to my first post!
Hi All, Just a little update to my last post. I had a partial mastectomy last thursday. ( it was a lumpectomy with wide margins, really) Anyhow, got results today, it's cancer. ( yeah DUH!) But the onc. said have to wait 10-14 days for more definative diagnosis. I am damm sick of waiting. He said if maybe I can just take…
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Gap between Surgery and Radiotherapy
What is the usual Gap between Surgery and Radiotherapy,as yesterday the surgeon removed the stitches and he told us to go for RT after a month and the other doctor is telling to getting it done with in 2 weeks, My mom underwent surgery on 2nd Jan Wats ur opinion guys
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Aortus and his new car .. Joe here are a few suggestions for you, from your fellow Kindered Spirits
Joe aka Aortus is thinking out loud, about trading in both his cars for possibly a new vehicle .. I just wanted to alleivate some stress and give him a few suggestions == serious or otherwise. TraciinLA .. suggested a giant huge pick up -- Red, as well as a bitc..en stereo system .. I am curious- === does this new red…
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WARRIORS -- Weight Loss Ladies .. How we doing?
Ok .. after gaining 1 pound, sick with a head cold for 14 days .. no joke, serious -- I waddled my way into WW today, and found that I lost 1.4 pounds. What the heck, just by doing absolutely nothing .. no exercise, but I somewhat watched what I've been eating -- which by the way included many 'cup' of soups. My headcold…