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new to site
Hi Everyone! I'm fairly new to this site and have really appreciated the information and support you all give - a true "sisterhood"! I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer (why do I feel I need to capitalize those beginning letters? Must be the teacher in me! lol and the trama!) October 2011 and have been dealing with it, not…
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1 Week -- Prayer and Candle VIGIL -- starting 8/28/11 -- 8:00 EST // STRENGTH, COURAGE AND HOPE
We have many of our fellow WARRIORS facing difficulties regarding treatment, new medication, side efforts, and .. new recurrence with the beast. While each of us handle our personal journey diversely -- please know that we are thinking and praying for each of you ... 24 hours a day. Support is as close as a 'click' away. I…
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We're home!
We had such a wonderful time! The last full day, we spent on Mt Rainier with my sister and niece, and it couldn't have been better. Because of heavy snows last winter, the snow is still melting and the wildflowers were glorious: white and yellow avalanche lilies, bear grass, aster, lupine, paintbrush, etc. I was in heaven!…
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Lung cancer(new drug)
I read yesterday in the paper there is a new drug that will help people fighting lung cancer.I know there are a few on here with lung tumors.I wish I would have wrote it down.Maybe look on line to see what it is.Not sure if it is being used or will be prescribed soon.It is a breakthrough. Lynn Smith
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Partner Disgusted by scar
It has been one week since my bilateral mastectomy. I will never forget the look on my partner's face when I took off the bandages and she saw my scars for the first time. She tried so hard not to show the terror on her face and to stop herself from crying. Since then, she has been acting differently. She doesn't kiss me…
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1st day of Tamoxifen....what to expect...5 yrs!!!
I have finished 6 rounds of chemo and rads..now ready to start this one a day pill called Tamoxifen....oncologist tells me me the benefits outway the risks!
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Terminal
Have any of you been told by your Dr. that you are terminal and only have X amount of time left? I have and it is very hard to cope with.........tell me how you are dealing with your own situation please.
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Biopsy and surgeon visit
I had my endometrial biopsy on Thursday afternoon and won't be hearing those results for 7 to 10 days, I really didn't know what to expect but it wasn't bad. Thanks for the advice about taking ibuprofen prior everyone. I started going to this gyn because that is all she is...no baby deliveries, no surgeries, so she…
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Anyone want a bus ride Sunday evening?
I had the CT scan and already have the results. Of course the lump at the mastectomy scar showed up, but so did a small spot on my liver. None of the docs would say if that small spot was or was not something or nothing. (I hope that made sense.) So I'm now scheduled for a PET scan... So if anyone wants to go for a bus…
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swollen calves and feet?
Hi everybody. I'm feeling much better. But since getting out of the hospital my feet and calves are retaing fluid. Could this be from all the iv fluids given me for 4 days? I see the doctor on Monday but wondered if this happened to any of you. The diuretics didn't help much at all. Hope it's not another serious thing…
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Breast Cancer 101
Lots of good information here: http://blog.armyofwomen.org/2011/07/breast-cancer-101-with-dr-susan-love/ Suzanne
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today's update
Today was the 2nd infusion of my new chemo combo of Abraxane and Herceptin, it went well. Last week went very well too after switching to this regimen, I (of course) am in hopes that this week will be a repeat of that. I posted a week ago that there were no pre-meds given with this but today they decided to start with…
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OT - Life Is Too Short To Be Stupid
I have never understood actively risking one's life in the pursuit of of fun, entertainment, or sport. Life is too short to be stupid. While driving home this afternoon from day camp, the girls and I were passed by an ambulance and fire truck responding in full emergency mode, sirens on, lights flashing, to what appeared…
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How do you REALLY--- I MEAN REALLY ---FEEL---I MEAN REALLY FEEL two (2) years POST-DIAGNOSIS?
Hi All, I have not been on this site for quite some time now. I just have to say that I am STILL wondering, STILL thinking about the possibilities of "what if", STILL feeling lonely, STILL medium depressed, STILL wondering what my future might hold, STILL wondering about how I should be caring for myself now, and STILL…
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OT- A Prayer for the Homeless During the Hurracane
Hi sisters-- Please pray for the homeless (and those with addictions too?) who will be out on the streets during the hurricane. Hoping nothing bad happens to anyone, and that the city accomplishes to make everyone safe. This is a song for the Homeless: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt2mbGP6vFI
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invasive ductal carcinona
My 57 year old sister advised me she has breast cancer. It is progestrin & estrogen receptive. HER 2; 4 cm PET SCAN: SUV 3.0 no indication of any other involvement. She is scheduled to have her breast removed and was wondering - does she really need to have her lymph nodes removed? Why can't they just biopsy the lymph…
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Need a Laugh?
While conducting some business at the Court House, I overheard a lady, who had a mammogram today then was arrested for assaulting a Mammogram Technician, "Your Honor, I'm guilty but.....there were extenuating circumstances." The female Judge said, sarcastically,"I'd certainly like to hear those extenuating circumstances.I…
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ARIMIDEX SIDE EFFECTS
How many of you are taking Arimidex? How bad were/are your side effects? In January I had a lumpectomy (2.5 cm) and two out of 10 nodes were positive. I have Stage II breast cancer and I am HER and estogen positive. I've gone thru my chemo treatments and will begin radiation soon. Presently I am receiving Herceptin…
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I'm Gonna Love You Through It
In case anyone has missed seeing this I must post what I think is the greatest video ever. At least for us Pink Sisters. Copy this link onto your browser. http://www.cmt.com/videos/martina-mcbride/682633/im-gonna-love-you-through-it.jhtml?xrs=playershare_fb
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In support of our chemo warriors
I've opted to change my profile picture. Won't you join me?? This photo was taken of me and a fellow co-worker just seven months ago. Bald is beautiful ladies, mo-hawks??? Not so sure. Loving support in those chemo rooms, Lorrie
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Triple negative x
Can anyone assist me with triple negative x breast cancer info
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Triple negative x
Can anyone assist me with triple negative x breast cancer info
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It's Hubby fault I wound up in UC - DR says!
YUP - I wound up in UC (Urgent Care) yesterday and the Dr says it's Hubby's fault - I agree -absolutely his 'fault'! Night before last while I was playing the 'puter, he was playing on his Smart Phone and found an App that turns phone into a flashlight. So he put it on his phone and grabbed mine and put it on it too. He…
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My Hair Hurts! Really?
Good Morning "Kindred Spirits" :) I'm having a hard time with this hair thing, it never hurt like this in 2009 when it fell out. I have these bumps all over my head, they itch, they hurt, and it feels like someone is pulling my hair out. Did anyone else have this? Last time it just fell out so I shaved it and it was fine,…
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Today is debi.18's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR DEBI HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you Health, Happiness, & Love on your special day & always! ♥ Cat
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Having a cough for the past 3 weeks. I
I have had this cough and nothing comes up. Sometimes some nasal drip but mostly dry cough. I have finished rads in Nov. 2010 and had a lumpectomy. Don't know if I should call doctor... is it weather. Hate to have to go in after all of last year. Just don't want it to be something. My onc. says surgeon got it all and it…
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SLEEP
Let's talk about sleep (post chemo). How many ladies get a good night sleep without taking any sleeping aides? How many ladies have to take something to sleep most nights...if so what do you take??? During my bc last year I took Larazapam. Is that habit forming if I continue? When I go to bed I know right away if it's…
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Char
Char, You look great! Wow, Love the hair color! Great picture. Hugs, Annette
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To the East Coast
To those on the East Coast ..please be safe.
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Round Three Chemo -- Kicking my Butt
I am so frustrated! I had pneumonia last time and never quite got over that - now my asthma has kicked up. I've been on steroids for 5 weeks and can't seem to get better. I know everyone has something and this just happens to be mine. I cough constantly. I haven't been able to lie down for weeks. Does anyone else get…