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Breast Cancer

Archives for February 2011

Today's TSA experience
just cleared security in Tampa....scan AND followed up with pat down! I must look radical today.....short spikey hairdo and all! I mentioned I had a prosthesis, and agent knodded yes, your hand. (I was wearing my compression glove) I said no, right breast. No reaction.......very polite and professional......scan took…
Chen sees her oncologist Thursday
Sending lots of hugs and good wishes and hoping and praying for good news. I will be there with that venti caramel skinny latte with extra whip ;-)
Hungry girl needs turmeric
I'm reading Anti Cancer and honestly, I feel empowered to change my life. I'm in search of tumeric recipes. Actually, I'm in search of any super delicious recipes that you may have to share. Specifically ones that support an anti cancer lifestyle. I've given up my two breasts, a healthy right arm, alcohol (for now), 8…
Question about lymph nodes after mastectomy
I have some swelling in my left armpit area. That's the side of the mastectomy. That was in Aug. of 2009. I've been out of chemo since Dec. of 2009. I can feel something, but I'm not sure what it is. Has anybody had a recurrence to show up in the lymph nodes? I only had four nodes removed during the sentinel node biopsy…
Prayers for Christchurch earthquake please!!
I live in New Zealand and in the middle of my "oh woe is me I have cancer" pity party...Christchurch, is hit by a 6.3 earthquake right on lunchtime on a beautiful sunny day...people everywhere please, please have them all in your prayers tonight xx…
TAXOL
Hi. I'm new to the forum. I was diagnosed in Sept. 2010 with Stage 2 IDC Breast Cancer. I've had lumpectomy and axillary node dissection in Oct. 2010. I have had 5 of 8 rounds of chemo so far. I'm currently on TAXOL. I've had a horrendous time on chemo - every side effect in the book. I'd like to hear from others on how…
Let's direct everything good toward Cypress Cynthia
She had her PET scan today. And we all know how the waiting game goes. Let's direct all our good vibes towards good results for Cypress Cynthia. And let's turn the waiting game into fun. I will start the first question and you can direct towards anyone you want. Mine is of course toward Cypress Cynthia. Tell me when and…
A 'girls' week at the gym ... a look into my life, hahahaha
A WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM .... This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine Dear Diary, For my birthday this year, I purchased a week of personal training at the local health club. Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I…
Is it possible to work out during Chemo?
I'm 19 years old and was diagnosed with a malignant phyllodes tumor in my right breast back in September. It's basically a rare form of breast cancer that most of my doctors, even the sarcoma experts at the cancer institute at Harvard, had never heard of. I'm not sure if any of you have either? I'm about to enter my 5th…
did anyone watch Dateline last night?
I was surprised to hear that many chemo treatments haven't changed since the 70's. They interviewed someone who used hair samples at his clinic to come up with alternative treatments---I think they said 200 pills a day. The woman from a NYC hospital negated all of what the other doctor was doing...except for his compassion…
Life
I found out on Valentines day that one of my friends passed away. She had battled breast cancer for so long and it kept coming back in other places. I am so sad, but I am also greatful to her. She was the one that talked me into getting my first mamogram. It was then that I found out that I had early breast cancer. The…
1st chemo tomorrow...so scared!
I thought I was doing ok...now its just one more sleep till chemo and Im so scared! Sweaty palms, upset tummy, thumping heart...I dont want to do this AT ALL!! Please tell me it gets better?
How to choose between two oncologists?
My mom saw an oncologist last Friday and they talked about her treatment. The oncologist told that she has breast cancer with lung and spine mets. He told her that he prefers that she starts with chemotherapy not radiation since the cancer has already spread to the lungs and the spine. He was still waiting for more tissue…
How do you handle the waiting without fear?
I guess I need some advice from you all... After dx in 7/10 of Stage 1C IDC, Triple negative, med grade I had 2 lumpectomies (to get clear margins). I've made it through 6 rounds of chemo but my tumor markers were going up instead of down (31-8/25/10, 36-1/7/11 & 41-1/25/11). My doctor didn't like the upward trend, so I…
/I want Control
Well going down this morning to get hair wig and cut done My hair is long and I will donate it pay it forward I feel better about giving my hair to someone else that is going threw this fight.And it won't bother me as much, I hate the idea of loosing it to chemo I want to give it away instead on my terms only This diseases…
Way OFF TOPIC: 1941 American Woman's Cookbook
Just have to share that my girlfriend dug out her grandmother's 1941 "The American Woman's Cook Book" to show me, and it's such a trip back into cooking (and women's) history. It has sections on packing a healthy lunch for your child at school, which is still pretty relevant, and on "Entertaining without a Maid," which I…
One down, 5 to go
Hi, All. Well, after my 4 rounds of chemo last Fall (TCH), elevated liver enzymes, a two month break and lumpectomy surgery (which went well), I am back on the chemo train. I am having 6 weekly treatments of Taxol, with Herceptin every three week from now until September. I had the first treatment last Thursday of both the…
I need help with....
My mom has breast cancer which has mestases in her liver. We have tried chemo but it makes her very ill. To give you more context she has always had a very weak constitution and her stomach is very sensitive to medication. She now has shingles and has severe pain in her arm where they are located. In addition, she has alot…
Anyone out there from MA?
Hi I was wondering if anyone out there is from Massachusetts? I thought it would be nice to talk to someone close to home. Not that i do not appreciate all you gals from other states! Dianne
TSA here I come...again...
tomorrow I will be flying back to Mexico.....2 flights, 2 opportunities for TSA to show their new training, sensitivity, etc. I am practicing my polite "may I see a supervisor" just in case. I will be wearing my prosthesis and my lymph pump equipment will be in the carry ons. Will let you know if any issues this trip. My…
Today is Cahjah75's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR CHAR HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you Health, Happiness, & Love on your special day & always! ♥ Cat
Today is Sea60's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SYLVIA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, good food & great presents and a year filled with extra special blessings! ♥ Cat
Got tread?
I know weird title but let me explain. Ever since my diagnosis and this whole cancer hooplah, I have become super sensitive, I was sensitive to begin with, and also my tolerance for stress is below what it used. I get overwhelmed quiet easy. I can cry at the drop of a needle. And therefore keep anything sad or depressing…
You can all pile out now, ladies, it's been fun...
But please remind me never to take a busload of yowling, bored, restless pink sisters on any more roadtrips! I gave you iPads, candy bars, magazines, milkshakes, and I even stopped off in Rock Island, Illinois so you could ALL get a pedicure. I sent my puppy angel Eefy back there to try and settle you down, and now all she…
Our PinkKari09 -- is starting chemo tomorrow, Monday - February 21st .. Good Luck, and prayers for
I will be the Sister to the left, holding your hand during infusion. Brrrr, my hands are cold .. Keep warm, dear sister! Peace, Strength and Kindness .. Vicki Sam
GEEZ MAYBE BEING BLONDE IS COOL AFTER ALL.
Sick Leave I urgently needed a few days off work, but, I knew the Boss would not allow me to take leave. I thought that maybe if I acted 'Crazy' then he would tell me to take a few days off. So I hung upside-down on the ceiling and made funny noises. My co-worker (who's blonde) asked me what I was doing. I told her that I…
a little low...hair falling out..not a good weekend
This weekend was particulary hard. Went to an awesome U2 concert on Friday, but felt quite removed from all the fun...extra tired and so conscious of my hair. My scalp has been quite painful and hair started falling out after 3rd chemo on tuesday... It is amazing how many people (with the greatest of good intentions)…
Masectomy bras
' Does anyone have a comfortable mastectomy bra that they would recommend?? I'm presently wearing one that hooks in the front, and keeps coming unhooked because the bra straps slip off my shoulders!! Very irritating!! Thanks in advance for any replies!! Linda
REmission, NED etc..
In all my Dr visits post surgery, treatments,etc...my dr have only said "all tests (blood, mammo etc) look good.. I have never heard the words remission, NED etc...AM I the only one... either way I still am...cancer free (almost 3 yrs) Denise W.
I'm on my 3rd glass of wine....sigh....(depressed and tipsy)
The wierdest conversation I have had in my life (and I have had MANY, as you can imagine) is one earlier tonight with my sister...concerning our mom.... So, the short of it is: I said "I feel that mom is trapped inside a body that is no longer capable of sustaining life without LOTS of help. We need to find out what is…

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