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Breast Cancer

Archives for August 2011

Alcaline phosphatase during hemoterapy
If anyone has experience about alcaline phosphatase during hemoterapy. I have breast cancer and metastases on bones , and I received three hemo, but my alcaline phosfatase is eleveted. It was 160 before hemo , and now is 280. Does that mean that chemotherapy is not working?
♥ Our honor-roll walk ♥
Hello fellow pink sisters, Since being diagnosed many of us are trying to lead a more active and healthy lifestyle. As I was on my walk this evening an idea struck me that might help motivate us to do more walking/running. For fun, lets keep track of the miles we walk/run as a group and see how far we can get by the end of…
Pink Bus For Kya911 - Judy Monday - August 15th
Let's all get on the pink bus for Judy Monday please as a new lump was found and she sees her doctor tomorrow. Thanks, Lex
Shout Out To Marsha Mulvey
How are you doing now Marsha? I remember you were having a hard time the last time you posted. Hugs, Diane
Hershey, PA meeting update October 29, 2011
Hey girls, our meeting is getting closer! Here is the list of our attendees so far: 1. Jean 2. Lil 3. Linda (linpsu) 4. Sue (sbmly53) 5. Char (cahjah75) 6. skipper54 7. Waffle8 8. Margo (tommaseena sp?) 9. Penny (carkris) 10. Bunny Jane The following are the ones that are not attending, still undecided, or I haven't heard…
Shout out to Chen
Haven't seen you post, but I hope you're feeling better and back on your feet (or should I say knees?) Miss you. Chickadee
Anyone find benign cysts after treatment?
I had my 1 year mammo/ultra sound after completing treatment for IDC Stage 1C Triple Negative with no node involvement (had 2 lumpectomies--2nd to get clear margins--completed 6 rounds of chemo and 33 rads on 4/1/11) and was called back for closeup pics and another ultra sound. Now I have a sterotactic biopsy scheduled for…
Feeling Better
Hi Everybody, I'm finally beginning to feel a little better. I don't have a lot of breath yet but it's coming back. maybe I will have some good days before my next treatment. I could not have gotten through this latest crises without Andie's untiring help and support. I was really was down for the count and she was right…
Cancer Insurance
I believe that the insurance agencies who sell cancer insurance are taking advantage of people's fear of getting cancer in the selling phase and then taking advantage of the stress of cancer patients in the settlement phase. I was sold a Cancer policy on three premises: 1) there are many expenses associated with a cancer…
2 Years and Counting -- Getting my life, my pretty and my groove back!!
August 14, 2011 ... I had breast cancer, but breast cancer no longer defines me. I am a breast cancer SURVIVOR! Another year has passed ... There is hope for getting back to our 'normal', or my new normal as many of us will never look at life thru those rose colored glasses. I no longer take anyone, or anything for…
invasive ductal carcinona
Hi - my sister called me to let me know that she has breast cancer. Did a 2nd check of the other breast and the radiation oncologist could not find any lunps. Needless to say the doctor wants to remove both her breasts. How do we find a good doctor in the NY-NJ area for a 2nd opinion? Thank you, Julie
How do you keep positive?
I forgot after being off regular chemo that the days following can be "Debbie downers" yesterday I needed half a xanax just to turn off the "how much longer do I really have left?" thoughts. I don't want to think like that but when does it just become what is true? I feel like I have more cancer cells in my body than…
so scared
Just got results from my biopsy. Infiltrating ductal carcinoma. Nottingham grade 3 of 3, score 9 of 9. Associated DCIS: present. Grade of DCIS: 3 Estrogen and progesterone analysis are still pending. The grading and scoring don't sound very good. I have an appointment with a surgeon on Tuesday, the nurse that gave me my…
Cypress Cynthia...
I belong to breastcancer.org and there is a thread about hot flashes. You had written a wonderful thread on tips to handle hot flashes. I tried looking but can't seem to find it one here to post the tips over there. If you have it, could you bump it up or repost it for us? Plus, I would like to have a second look at it…
Recommendations for books.
Any recommendations for books on after the treatment? I am guessing I will be worried for quite some time of recurrance. Just wondering if any suggestions?
May I
please get you ladies to come with me Monday Aug 15. Another lump found. Not time for my first mamo, but dr's are not sure if it is a tumor or not. would be wonderful if I could get a ride there on the pink bus. I would like it if some of you would go in the clinic with me. Hugs Judy
WHAT NEXT?
There is a new ACS web site that you may find interesting. It is much different from CSN and has its own feel. You can list your story there in segments (kind cool format) and you can post questions and will be linked to others with a like dx. Check it out if you think you may be interested. Several CSNers are there now,…
ANy experience wiht this doctor in the Los Angels area?
Dear Friends, I am seeking a second opinion on my DCIS treatment options. My husband made an appointment with Dr. Michael Galitzer who runs the American Health Institute in Los Angeles. He is also a Dr of integrative medicine. If any of you have had experience with this Dr, I hope you can share your thoughts about him and…
Increased uptake on Rib. - Anyone have this before?
Does anyone know what this means? I had a bone scan last week for pain in my hip that has not gone away one day since it started in January, 2011. When the results came back I did not have any problems that they can see on my hip or femur. But, they found there to be increased uptake on the rib close to where my cancer…
Confused, need some advice, input - someome tell me what to do!
Okay, had appt with medical oncolo yesterday. I am 4 weeks post op for lumpectomy, came back grade 1 no lymph involvement estrogen/proges positive, herm negative. A week after surgery, the surgeon gave us the lab results and told us that considering my results, he thought IV chemo was "overkill". Well the doc yesterday…
Gassing up our Pink 'Support' bus .. for HOOTIE GIRL / Kat -- Monday, 8/15
Kat, Thinking of you, and we will all be there with you for your biopsy. Prayers and positive thoughts coming your way, Dear YOUNG WARRIOR. Sisters: I will be sporting my pink 'bling - bling' flashy, ostentatious jogging suit - pink flip flops, sun glasses and a X large Starbucks coffee mocha -- so I am ready to go! Please…
arimidex and swelling
I started Arimidex 3 weeks ago. I have noticed in the last few days, that my feet and hands are swelling. For LE, I am suppose to drink a lot of water. Is that the same for this swelling? I know for some fluid retention, you are not suppose to drink too much. It is all very confusing. I did email my doctor but she has not…
Day 3 after 1st chemo dose...
I had my first chemo Taxoter on Wednesday. I have felt a little tired yesterday and today and had insomnia both nights. Now I am starting to feel a little queasy and a little more fatigued. Hope this is as bad as it gets! Day 3: Doing ok. It is manageable. Tired, some nausea off and on. Cracker seem to help. Have been able…
Bus trip for Char on the 17th?
In her post about losing her angel wings Char asked if the bus was free. Who's on board! I'll bring the dip and some fudge.
mouth sores
I'm starting to get mouth sores and discomfort. Never had these before with cytoxin and taxotere., just with this new carbo/gemzar I'm on. What should I do about them? It even hurts to open my mouth for a spoon. I used a waterpik on gentle and bled from that. It hurts to brush my teeth like its stabbing my gums. Just…
**Another Shout Out To Laurissa and Kari**
Just wondering how your chemo is going Laurissa. How are you feeling? And Kari, did your counts go up where you can start your chemo? Lots of prayers for you both, Sue :)
Bus trip for Vigee on August 18th
Did I miss the plans earlier? Looks like her BMX is scheduled for Thursday 8/18. I have lots of silly string ready and you now how I love covering people in bright pink!! Especially if they are looking grouchy or don't seem to be appreciating our rowdy antics! Who is driving? I'll be ready. Hang in there girl, we are with…
l who has breast cancer that spread to the lung ?
I would like to find any person with breast cancer that has spread to the lungs. Help
Feeling down
Hi all, i am feeling down today. My pain had been really decreasing, even had one or two normal days pain free. Don't know if it is me over doing it, doing more without the nerve block shots and cortisone, etc etc. My scar tissue feels just awful tight, pinches, pulls, etc. My old pain stuff is back...I called the pain…
Treatment “flashbacks”: Isn’t it crazy what our minds do?
Earlier this week, I found myself ruminating incessantly on “what-ifs”: What if I have a recurrence? Will I have to do chemo again? I wonder if it would be the same chemo drugs, or different ones? Would I still be able to work? I should take more time off work next time.... I should ask friends to help drive me to…

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