Please remember that these discussion boards are a public forum, which means open to the public (i.e. non-CSN members) and the content can be found via internet search engines. Members are strongly advised not to share personal identifiers such as real names, email address, telephone number, street address, etc. This information can be used to identify you and link you to the content you provide. Other areas of CSN are restricted to members only and cannot be found by search engines.

Breast Cancer

Archives for September 2011

5K went well today
I did the 5K walk this morning at the Marathon for the Cause in Sunriver. The proceeds all go to the Susan G. Komen foundation. If your legs are tired it is because "we" completed the course in 56 minutes...a new record for me...must have been all of you along side me. Another great thing that happened is that I met a…
not sure what to think, need input please
It has been 7 weeks since the end of my radiation, I had a lumpectomy...I have been having sharp pain in my breast and it is very spongy and appears to have little holes all over the nipple area and around it..is this a normal reaction after radiation ends? I have an appointment to see my rad onc, for follow up this coming…
taxotere and cytoxan and weight loss
I am about to begin my treatments and I am worried about my weight. Due to the stress I have loss down to 97 pounds, my normal weight is 110. Is weight loss associated with this treatment? I will have 4 treatments 3 weeks apart.
Mentor Silicone Gel implants
After almost 2 years wearing expanders, I am almost (within a little over a month)going to have "the exchange." My ps has highly recommended the sil implants. Anyone out there want to relate their experience with these implants? I am a little nervous about it all. What was your recovery time with the surgery? Thanks!
When it is time to put friendships to rest.....
This girlfriend and I have worked together, gone on trips together, have been friends for 14 years, good friends for about 6. We have plans to go to a show out of town this week. One of the first things she asked is if I am wearing my wig. Said no... then there was silence. (I always wear a cute hat or scarf). Then she…
OT Does anyone watch " The Sing Off"
I was just curious if anyone watches The Sing Off on NBC. They sing a cappella. I have never watched it but will this year. My daughter in laws brother is on it this season. His name is Mitch and his group is Pentatonix. He is 19 and he and 2 other members of the group sang together in High School. I think it will be…
What do we think of WhatNext so far?
After a little encouragement from RE :-), I signed up for the new ACS cancer support site, WhatNext, and have been trying to find my way around it. I see a lot of your names and faces there, too! So...what do we think so far? New Flower and I were messaging about it, and she mentioned that it seems to her very…
private messages
Can you send private messages to other people on this forum? I don't see where we can. Eva
Newbie
Hi everyone. I'm new to the boards and wanted to introduce myself. I'm looking for a place to come and share and perhaps help someone else along the way. I'm 49 and have stage IIIc IDC. I was diagnosed on May 17th of this year after having had a clean diagnostic mammo and ultrasound 5 months prior. There's more of my story…
We need the bus for the EBUS...
I finally have a date for the biopsy. It's Friday at 1:30 pacific time...of course I have to fast again. Not even water this time...so ya'll better be saving all that good food I know you're bringing on the bus. I'm actually more scared about this procedure, called EBUS, than I was about my bilateral mastectomy. Just for…
concerned about estrogen progesterian blockers
Just told i have breast cancer. Lump will be removed in two weeks then radiation and blockers. how bad r the side effects of the drugs. I read about bone loss but does it also make your appearance age faster.
Information about Radiation
I finally have information about radiation: I will have 28 radiation treatments, every weekday beginning this coming Tuesday, September 6. I won't have an electron "boost" at the end because I have had a mastectomy. That means my last treatment will be on October 13, subject to having to miss any days due to illness, in…
Struggling with negative thoughts
I feel like I keep posting the same issues over and over again and you must all be tired of listening but...here it goes again! Driving down this weekend to Virginia beach all I could think about was cancer and death. I started thinking about all the happy trips we'd taken in the past, and then worrying that this was my…
Shout out to MAJW
Nancy: Haven't seen you on the board lately. Hope all is going well with you. Laura
Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy
Hi ladies... So I had a Lumpectomy done..my tumor was .09cm and margin and nodes were clear. When i found out i had breast cancer i wanted my breast gone and was going to get a Mastectomy However, my BS said that a Lumpectomy is just as effective as a Mastectomy...the average women who never had cancer has a 9% chance of…
My breast is tender/painful
It's been 15 months since my lumpectomy/partial mastectomy, 11+ months since chemo, and 9 months since radiation. I honestly don't remember any breast pain except shortly after radiation. This has been going on for about 6 weeks. Lately it's been really tender to touch almost everywhere and I have pains/tenderness in areas…
Migraine Ugh :(
I have had a migraine since yesterday, and, I can't seem to get rid of it. I keep taking Excedrin, and, it has helped, but, it is still here. I feel like someone is inside my head pounding it with a hammer to get out. What does anyone else do for these? I hate to call my doctor. I do have some strong pain pills I could…
Today is Jean0609's Anniversary!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAAAAPPPPPY ANNIVERSARY! Best wishes to you both! Have a wonderful celebratory weekend! ♥ Cat
Today is Kt1127's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KT HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May your special day be filled with love, laughter, and all the things you love most! ♥ Cat
Joining the "boobless" team!
Hey All Thank you all again for your continued support, concern, and humor. It is such a blessing! My boyfriend and I met with an amazing surgeon this week. I'm in a new town and was hesitant to transfer all my care here, but so far, everyone has been above my expectations! Long story, but most important was my boyfriend…
Surgeon
I have only seen my surgeon once shortly after surgery (then DR left taht week) maybe 3 mths later saw dr who took his place..since then..Now 3 1/2 yrs no one other then oncologist and gyno... SHOULD i be looking up new surgeon...i am reading here many keep in touch with surgeon.. Denise
O.T. But who would like a time out?
My grandsons often tell me I have to sit in time out..followed by: Mema sit for 52 minutes...I am thinking OH please sit, no one bother me , just sit ahhhhhhhhhhh hehe lol Denise
PET scan results and update
The spot on my liver (it showed up on a CT scan) did not light up on the PET scan. YAY! No biopsy needed, but it will be watched closely. There is a spot near my lungs that did light up (but did not show up on the CT scan). BOO! That spot will get an ultrasound guided needle biopsy. I'm waiting to hear from the scheduler…
Marathon for the Cause
I am sure no one out there has heard about this. It is a new project to raise money for the Susan G. Komen foundation. It is being put on by Sunriver Resort (where I work). I will be walking a 5K on Saturday and taking you all with me....so be ready! Beside the 5K they are having a kids race on Saturday afternoon. The on…
He's my brother--priceless
Two young boys walked into a pharmacy one day, picked out a box of tampons and preceded to the checkout counter. The man at the counter asked the older boy, "Son, how old are you?" "Eight," the boy replied. The man continued, "do you know what these are used for?" The boy replied, "not exactly, but they aren't for me.…
a funny
A guy fell asleep on the beach and got a horrible sunburn, specifically to his thighs. He went to the hospital and was admitted with second-degree burns. His skin was starting to blister and he was in severe pain so the doctor prescribed continuous saline, electrolytes, a sedative, and a Viagra pill every four hours. The…
OT: Walking & my co-workers
Many of you know I'm a Human Resources Manager in sunny Southern California. For the past couple of years, I’ve been committed to walking on my lunch hour –- and did a pretty decent job of mostly keeping that up even through surgery, 4 rounds of chemo, and 7 weeks of radiation. Sometimes, I’ll walk in a nearby quiet…
OMG - Dr. arrested, held for $1million bail...yep, my Dr.
RE: http://www.dailybulletin.com/ci_18800859 --- I went to Loma Linda Urgent Care and was seen by Dr. Fakhoury. He is a very good, thorough, doctor and a true professional who actually listens. I never felt uncomfortable and I had to totally disrobe and put on a gown. I even removed my underwear and never once felt ill at…
curious how everyone found this site and where in your BC journey
I did not find (or even look) for over 2 yrs (about) it was not until my friend had bad skin cancer on her leg & she said I am a survior! I said OH...I considered myself as "I HAD cancer" that was it until I found this site! I went to dr visit for my husband-Dr taking family history (mine too) He said how is your health? I…
Friday's MRI Results, etc. ...
Friday's MRI results were "lovely" (direct quote). No additional suspicious areas detected. All pre-op exam & test results were good to go, too. Therefore, was spared potential biopsy/biopsies and appts./tests this week - just several phone calls. So relieved. LOVE my new surgeon - she's absolutely awesome! Completed her…

Breast Cancer

Discussion List