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Breast Cancer

Archives for August 2011

what about 2nd opinions
I was just dx infiltrative duct carcinoma after mammo & biopsy. This announcement is still sinking in. However, my husband exclaimed I should get second opinion on the lab results. Does anyone have experience with this(2nd op; or husbands LOL)? and do u think another biopsy would have to be done?
Lab reports
this past Tues was too low for me to get my Chemo Gemzar. The hemogloblin was a 6 and they said that my white count and red count were to low also. So I ended up getting the shot to boost your white count 3 days in a row and and on Wed sent me to the hospital to get two units of blood for the first time. I real say I do…
Breakthrough...
So I'm here at the hospital waiting to get my port put in so I started to read suzanne somers book breakthrough...mistake...in her book an oncologist states that if you have IDC (invasive) than chemo is basically a waste time (he didn't say it in those exact words) blah blah blah...that book gave me a scare...anyone else…
Today is Mizcaldwell's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR LORI HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Hope your special day is all you wish for! ♥ Cat
OT - out of touch for a while
It seems like the board goes crazy when I go away for a few days and there's a lot to catch up on when I get back. This time I'm not going anywhere but my computer is. It's about 6 1/2 years old (I know, I know, just like the lady on the commercial where they come in and build a computer store in her house. But the monitor…
Chemo Over & Not Feeling Better - HELP
Nine days ago I finished my chemo. 4 rounds of A/C and 12 of Taxol. I expected to start feeling better since I didn't have chemo this week but I feel so weak. My legs feel like lead and I can only do a little and have to sit down and rest. Can some of you ladies weigh in on how long after chemo did you begin to physically…
When is your birthday?
Hello & Welcome to the Newbies, I'm sorry for the reason you are here. You couldn't have found a better place to be while on this journey though! One of the many things we share here are our birthdays. Myself & JennyTwist have a list compiled of birthdays. If you would like to be added to the list, please post the date.…
Top News Today - New leukemia therapy destroys cancer by turning blood cells into "assassins"
You all probably know by now, but this is GREAT news. I pray it will develop into something great for everyone suffering from this illness. http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504763_162-20091135-10391704.html
1 down....11 more to go
I had my first chemo (taxol/herceptin) today. I feel pretty good so far, just really tired. I think mainly due to the fact that is was such a long day. We were there from 9:30 to almost 4:00. Had a double dose of herceptin and they started the taxol super slow to allow my body to get used to it. I hoping the side effects…
Its almost been a year
And what a year it has been. I was diagnosed the end of August 2010 and I feel like it was so long ago. my hair is growing back, I have my last herceptin the 2nd of Sept., I have my reconstructive surgery scheduled for the middle of Sept. and my life is starting to return to normal and I feel like I am not ready for it to…
Pink bus for Pam 5?
Hop on board quickly her scan is at 6! Good thing the police can't see us, but if you read her post "I think I'm in trouble" you'll know this scan is a good thing and that she needs our support.
what's your opinion?
Okay folks... This is the news I got: invasive ductal carcinoma,er &pr positive, grade 1 stage 1.. less than 5mm.. I am scheduled for breast MRI next week, assuming that this is clear doctor says lumpectomy with radiation would be appropriate. She said that I had one of the best scenarios she has seen in a long time. She…
Yesterday was MY birthday!
I just wanted to say how grateful I am to have another birthday. Yesterday I turned 49. I will hit the 1 year cancerversary on August 24th! I have 2 or 3 Herceptin treatments to go and then will get "deported." Almost done....but will always be here for support and to give any advise I can offer. Bonnie
"Angel Wings" being removed next Wed
After RE is done with the pink bus maybe you could send it on over to me. I'll be having my "angel wings" removed from the sides of my body next Wednesday. I won't know the time until Tuesday afternoon between 3-5 pm. I'm a bit anxious but can't wait to have them removed so my arms will be able to lie next to my body. I…
I have breast cancer.
Wow.. I got the results of biopsy yesterday and it was confirmed. I have appointment this morning at the Virginia Breast Center. I am well I don't no what I am right now. Anything I need to make sure I ask? I didn't sleep well last night. Janet
what is with this coach purses?
It explains why it is so hard to get on this site when you have this going on.
lymph edema and trampoline
I was in a class this evening and made an off handed comment about jumping on a trampoline this week and one of the women said that jumping on the trampoline is good for LE. I looked up the 2 and found this article! I am totally excited to have a great excuse to go to sky high with my grand daughter. (most days I will use…
The Decision to have a mastectomy was a no brainer for me, next surgery option not so much...
I made the decision to have the mastectomy when the surgeon drew a picture of my breast and the precancer and DCIS in it as soon as she gave me the info on mastectomy and lumpectomy. It really was an easy decision. I hade my mind made up before I left but took a night to rest on it, woke up with the same strong conviction.…
I think I may be in trouble
Last night my lungs started to burn. I didn't have any asthma because they were dry but I still couldn't stop coughing. I was really surprised because I'm still on 50mg of prednisone. I call the onc doc today and he called me back saying I may be reacting to he chemo drugs. He's only seen this happen about 4 times in his…
***This is a BEAUTIFUL song, and wanted to share with all of you.****
Sisters -- As I sit here by myself, listening to the songs sang to our Father, I think of all of you. I pray you all overcome this physically and mentally. I pray for health for everyone. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdq9Q8wJdjc
Calling all Sisters in Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Indiana & Michigan
Finally, finding sisters and Joe who live in the midwest. I do believe we have an adequate number of us for bonding, laughing, drinking and eating. Who would like to meet in Chicago for lunch. I was thinking the 3rd Saturday in October. Depending on who is coming and where you are coming from would determine location for…
Wine Whine
First, let me preface this with the statement that I'm absolutely not against monies raised to fund breast cancer research. Afterall, I had it and I want a cure found. I do wonder about all the pink stuff being sold and what all the money raised is actually being used for. Second, I'm sick and tired of pink, pink, pink,…
It's a Small World - Today I Met a Sister... SPARKLE
Wednesdays I volunteer at Lynn Sage Breast Center - Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago. I escort women to the dressing room who come for diagnostic breast testing. I am always talking and during the course of conversation with Rhonda, I found out that she also is on this discussion board. Her name is Sparkle. I got so…
MyTurnNow, Debbie - How are you?
I thought you were suppose to see your oncologist this week to get your treatment plan Debbie and I just wondered if he had a plan for you now. Good thoughts and prayers, Lex
Went to American Cancer Society yesterday
Just in case my hair falls out again, I'll be prepared. My sis and her daughter took me to help decide. They had a human hair blond made by Pantene Locks of Love. It took weeks and 6 ponytails to make. I took that one. My niece has a beautician who will alter it for me. The 26th ? I go to Look Good Feel Better. I sure…
Chemo before surgery?
I just want to thank everyone who responded so much for the love and support. It meant so much to read the heart-felt advice. I met with the oncologist who was wonderful, and he spent almost 2 hours with my husband and I discussing the proposed treatment. I still need to meet with the surgeon. I will likely have chemo…
Tamoxefin and Effexor and exhaustion
So I'm starting month 3 of tamoxifen and week 2 of Effexor 3.5ml and am exhausted all the time. I think the only time I'm not tired is when I'm asleep!! Just walking up stairs winds me. After this week my dosage of Effexor will be doubled! Will I be a walking zombi?! Sometimes I wonder if all these meds are worth it! I'm…
Lumpectomy vs. Mastecomy
New to board. Did chemo first. Tumor shrunk. Next step surgery. Triple negative - Stage IIB. Prefer lumpectomy. Seen some pictures of bad cosmetic results. Would love some feedback.
finding lumps in other breast after treatment?
Hi there, I don't post much but I do read the postings on this board regularly and you are all always in my thoughts, heart and prayers. I am almost done with Herceptin, the Onc. thinks Friday is my last treatment and I have the nip and tuck and port removal surgery on Oct. 14. Yeah, now I can't wait to be done and in that…
aromasin
Hi, I was just sswitched from tamoxifin to aromasin for 5 years. Has anyone else been on aromasin and what were your side affects?

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