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Breast Cancer

Archives for March 2011

PAIN IN RIGHT KNEE
I'm hoping someone can give me some advice, remedy, suggestions on how to alleviate some of the pain in my right knee. I started Arimidex on January 5, 2011 along with a daily dose of vitamin D (1200 units) and calicum (1000mg). For the past couple of weeks I've noticed my knee beginning to ache more and more. I have a…
Coping Part 2,,,
I want to thank all of the wonderful women who responded to my initial post "Coping". I am so grateful for all of you, for your words of encouragement, support and advice. Both my mother-in-law and a friend contacted me yesterday asking how they could "help" me, my husband and our daughters as I go through this cancer…
All Aboard for GrandmaX3..... WHIIIIIIIISSSTLEEE!!!
Yeah, the turn up has been very large lately. So this time we are taking a train. Relaaaax, it has a dining cart and really comfortable seats. Sorry I know you just got back but Grandmax3 needs us for her MRI Biopsy and CT scan. So just grab those tote bags and whatever else necessary for the trip. Victoria, I know it's…
halfway through rads today
11 days down, 11 more to go. But let me tell you, this twice a day stuff is pretty tedious. My skin is doing pretty good so far, only red and a little itchy. And the expected fatigue has kicked in. But when those 11 days are done, I will be done with treatments and will only have follow up stuff to deal with. Hugs and…
Question about pain with Taxol ?
I just finished up my chemo ( YAHOO ! ) on the 28th of Feb. I started chemo in mid October - I had 4 treatments of A/C and 12 treatments of Taxol. I've also had to have nulasta shots ( 3 sequential days ) after each Taxol treatment due to low white counts. The nulasta pain seems to be gone, but the Taxol pain is awful. (…
Discovery and Space Station
I know this isn't directly related to BC but I feel I need to at least write about my feelings now. I am so thankful for all that science has given to so many areas of our lifes - especially health issues. Just a little bit ago I bundled up (it's 2F here) to go out and watch the Space Station pass overhead followed a few…
A Question
I'm having trouble finding a bra that fits. I had reconstuction Oct.29, 2010. My old bra size is too small. The main problem is I need a bigger size around but once you get past a 42 the cups start losing padding I need to even things out. Any suggestions? I hope this made since. Janie
Securing the pocket -strange post op
Recap: exchange surgery 12/29/2010. Both sides slipped to underarm. Revision surgery to secure pocket Feb.11. It's been a rough 3 weeks. Having the chest tissue stitched to reinforce, feels just like the description. Yuck! Every move you make tugs and pulls at the stitching. Just the thought makes me queasy. I have been…
Coping
I'm a married 42 year old mother of three daughters, ages 10, 8 and 7. I was diagnosed with Stage 2, Grade 3, Triple Negative, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer on September 23, 2010; tumor size was 3.5cm and two out of 18 removed axillary lymph nodes were positive for cancer cells. I had my lumpectomy and axillary…
abdominal and lower back pain should i be worried
I'm 6 weeks out of chemo just started radiation as of today i have had 9 treatments and in the last week my abdomen and back has been hurting i had port flushed today and onc.Dr. took a urine sample has anyone ever had this? really nervous!! radiation only to the left side where mastectomy is.MOLLYZ
A big thank you!!!!
Thank you all for the flowers!!!! They came on Sunday, I just did not get on here to thank everyone. I love they, they are a beautiful purple, a burst of spring in my house. My hubby took me away yesterday for our anniversary, it was great to get away overnight. But, thank you all for the flowers, I loved them
Neupogen shots at home
Hi, all. So, with 4 weekly rounds of Taxol to go, my white blood cells decided to take a dive and now I am getting Neupogen shots twice each week. Instead of going to my oncologist's office, we got them through our prescription drug plan and yesterday my husband gave me the first one at home! Have to say, he's a little too…
Surprise???
My boss wants to meet me this afternoon... She said she can't tell me till I get there. I am worried to say the least. Wish me luck. Hugs, Ayse
Going for Consultation for a lumpectomy today
The biopsy results were not clear, so they are suggesting a lumpectomy. Are there any specific questions I should ask?
never seen this subject
Just curious-about having the wire locators ( think that is what it was called) just prior to breast surgery I was taken to a room sitting in chair right up to machine like mammo machine to wires pushed in breat. THen afterwards all taped up and could not move until post surgery. I wanted to be loopy but I was told I could…
Happy Mardi Gras!
Laissez les bons temps rouler! (let the good times roll) Hope you all have a happy day!
Shout Out to Meena
Meena havent heard from you in a few days. Know you were feeling low but please post when you feel up to it. You are very special to all us pink sisters and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Lots of love and (((((((((HUGS))))))))))
Thanks to all my Pink Warriors
My chemo yesterday went off without a hitch!! I can't believe it, I'm finally done! I wanted to thank all of you wonderful ladies for the support and comraderie. Sorry, I'm having a chemobrain day. Everything I write or type comes out wrong. You know what I mean, don't you? I go today for my LAST NEULASTA shot!! Whoppeee!…
Pet scan tomorrow
Having my pet scan tomorrow, she, my onc, expects to see more signs of disease due to the lack of medication and my set back in November. My apointment is at 9:45 in the am. My next appt is the 15th and I will get results then. Ya'll coming with me? Need to reserve some ROOM :) ♥
NorCal get together
I am so excited to meet all of you! I get a big smile every time I think about it! Here are the details.... Saturday March 26, 11:30am (This should give Chen time to get back to he brother's birthday celebration. It will also give others time to shop or explore if you want.) BJ's Brewery 3531 North Freeway Blvd Sacramento,…
still feel sick
1st chemo last thurs tried to go to work today came home at noon felt sick so frustrated. I have 7 more to go and just already tired of feeling like crap. Taking the meds trying to eat but no matter what either feel sick after eating or stomach aches and the urge to get sick. Not sure what to do. Di
implants are too low
I went to my PS and he said my foobs are too low. They do sometimes bother my ribs. The procedure is called thoracoabdominal flap procedure. My understanding is that they go through the mast. scar and attach something (maybe the pocket) to the rib cage. PS said it is a very painful surgery (Yah). I was wondering has anyone…
Junk swap ladies & anyone else...
I'd love to send you SNOW! We got 2 ft overnight. What a nightmare getting to work. Hubby got up at 5:30 to snowblow our long driveway, but I had to wait for the town to do our road - and then they only plowed one lane. I held my breath and drove down the hill & around the curve and hoped I wouldn't meet anyone. Phew! The…
Word game .. Phase 2, as requested
Word game .. Person 1: Dog Pound Person 2: Pound Cake Person 3: Cake Flour Person 4: Flour Sack So Let's Start with Flour Sack.
Taleena... How are you doing
You have been on my mind. I hope things are ok on your end. When you have a chance, let us know how things are going for you. Take care, God bless. BL
NED is doing the Texas 2 step!!
Sorry ladies but NED is busy tonight!! I had my first mammo since chemo ended this morning and is was all clear. God Bless (((hugs))) Janice
How was your exp. with Chemo treatments?
Hi - I hope YOU ARE ALL doing WELL. I am glad I found this forum. I am new to this forum. I Need all the help and support I can get. Tomorrow I meet my Onco so I am not sure what treatments I am getting. I always pictured chemo to be like the end of the world. So I thought I may ask some of you how your exp. was. Are you…
Junk Swappers - names are sent
If you haven't gotten a PM from me with who you are sending to let me know - think I sent them all out and to the right person. If you have any questions you'd like to ask the person you are sending to PM me with them and I'll ask - it's kind of fun to keep it a 'Secret' until the box actually gets there as to is sending…
How Was Your Breast Cancer Found? With A Mammo, Self Exam or What?
I think this discussion has been posted before, but, I thought I would ask again how my pink sisters found out they had breast cancer. ♠♣ Susie ♠♣
OFF TOPIC: An extra prayer for Marina, please
I had an experience on my way to work this morning that has me a bit shaken, and just wanted to ask for an extra prayer for a young woman named Marina. As I was crossing the street walking to my office, a woman was also crossing toward me, and a car just ploughed into her out of nowhere. Knocked her right to the ground.…

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