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Breast Cancer

Archives for November 2011

The C word...
I'm actually stealing this from another source but I have to say it...don't you think that if there was a CURE for cancer, one of the richest and most influential men in the world...Steve Jobs, would be alive today???
talk BC too much
I rarely complain but I was told the other day that BC must really bother me since I mention it so often! I never realized I did bring it up ...much...but I"LL keep note of it! I am not trying to bring anyone down. I thought I talked of it in positvie manner. I DONT" COMPLAIN but will say OH with Lop sided boobs things…
as I typed...good friend is in surgery
My friend is having surgery for BC right now..keep her in your thoughts..supposed to take 3 hrs.... Denise
Just wanted to share a Video about the "Cure" for c
Hi lovely sisters! Just wanted to share this link with all of you: http://www.ted.com/talks/jay_bradner_open_source_cancer_research.html
Hi Pinks, Sorry for taking so long to update :(
Hi Pinks, I want to say sisters, but we have some brothers on here to and I'm sure they don't mind being addressed as "pinks" after all, real men wear pink, right? As with Laurissa, this Carbo/Gem has been really tough. I'm currently down to just the Gemzar because the Carboplatin has broke my blood down so bad that I've…
Starting Tamoxifen today - best time to take?
Hi everyone, I had been planning all along on taking the Tamoxifen at night after reading someone's post about nausea. But suddenly now that the day is here I am wondering if I should take it in the morning/daytime? Your thoughts/advice/experiences would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Julie
Looking for used Elasto-Gel cold caps????
Hello everyone! I just recieved my 2 Elasto-Gel cold caps in the mail today. I will be starting chemo on wednesday and will be using them. I could only afford two right now. I have been doing a lot of research on these and I feel like I should have more than two. I was hoping someone out there has some that they would like…
Another Game~Why not :)
Starting with A we write the first word that pops in our head! Apple
How do you know?
I have never personally had cancer, I participate in Relay for Life every year, I have several family members that have had Cancer, my grandma surpassed her 5 yr mark after a lung cancer DX in 2004, my other grandmother had BC back in the the late 70's she is now 80. Her BC was caught VERY early and she had a Mastectomy on…
I'm so discouraged
I'm so discouraged.After 3 months of contemplating getting a new doctor I made a appt.Why am I so upset in doing this??? It took sometime for a needle biopsy order and I was very upset but I'm hurt having to make a change. I'm not going to put him down.I just wanted more prompt healthcare. I keep saying "WHY did it come to…
More fun :)
This game consists of two words that go together. You change of the words to make another thought. These are fun. Brown Bag
Sad day for me
I checked my emails and got word that a friend and animal lover I worked with passed away.We had a OPEN HOUSE and celebration yesterday for the 5 year anniversary of us being in our new shelter. He passed away suddenly on Saturday.Would've been a sad day at our the Open House celebration to find out he had passed.I've been…
This Was Fun Before - So Let's Try It Again!
I still can't remember who originally started this game, so, I can't give you credit, but, thanks! So, let's do it again! Hugs, Leeza ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Take my word and change one letter to form a new word. My word is Dare
What to do if you think you received the wrong chemo at one treatment?
I need help deciding what to do. I believe that I received the wrong chemo treatment at my second session. The nurse hung up my second bag and read my name and birthdate. It was correct. She also said that bag took 1 1/2 hours. I said that's odd because last time it took 3 hours. She said probably because it was the first…
Finally happened!!!
For the past 2 years, diagnosis, treatment, surgeries, etc... I have been dreading the day when I would run in to some "friends" that dropped me after my diagnosis. It was very difficult to deal with at the time and I have practiced in my head what I would ay when it happened. Well, Saturday it happened. I ran in to both…
Today is Lafera 12's Birthday!
Sending Big Birthday wishes your way - hope you have a wonderful day! -Jenny
Introductions
Hi Ladies, I know I have MIA for a while but I was always on the sidelines, keeping an eye on everyone. I think everything finally took its toll on me, the moving, the working on my house every free minute I got and my constant struggle with breathing. I had another episode of lung, sinus etc... infections and I dropped…
A sad day!
Yesterday we lost another loved one. My gma Miller! She was 94 years old and she lived a full life and we are all ok with her passing for she always dreamed of going home to see gpa again. Now they are both in heaven and once again together! Yet for us still here we will miss her but we will always have her memories! We…
A dilemma...
As many of you know in August I found a local recurrence. This led to finding two little lymph nodes between my lungs with the nasty cancer. I also have lymphedema in the left (cancer side) arm, chest, and back. Like most lymphedema, sometimes it's better and sometimes it's not. So here's the dilemma...do I do the manual…
New Member, looking forward to giving and getting a little support!
Hi Girls! I finished treatment in May, and am doing great now, just a few bothersome things like peripheral neuropathy and leg pain. Mainly, though, I have changed so much emotionally, it's really weird. Also very personal. This happened at a time when everything was changing in my life, kids went off to college, we sold…
Been part of this website for over a year for my mom....now I'm here for me...
Hey ladies and some gents! I've been lurking for a few days and finally have the gumption to type it out....I have breast cancer. I have been in awe and inspired by all of you and glad that I have a large sorority of sisters in this with me! Wish we could meet over a few cocktails instead of this forum!!!! Although I feel…
mwallace (Marge) this one's for you :)
My avatar of lighthouses are pictures that I've taken and here's Montauk Light. Have a good night everyone.
Char & Traci - how are you doing after the storm last week?
How long did you go without power? Any other damage? Sue
Symptoms of uterine cancer
Since Tamoxifen is often prescribed for women who have breast cancer and there is a link between its use and a rarer more aggressive form of uterine cancer, it's important to be familiar with the symptoms of uterine cancer, some of which are: Symptoms Abnormal uterine bleeding, abnormal menstrual periods Bleeding between…
chat site
Hi i'v been trying to get into the chat site but to no a vale anybody having the same problem Hugs Frankie
Just wanted to update
I thought I would let everyone know that I have taken a leave from my job to get rid of the stress and confusion from the job. TO just relax and play. And to let this new chemo drug to work. Everyone has been very supportive about this. I just want to tell everyone will keep update dating when I get any news on how this is…
cancer door
Hi all, I'm afraid this one's a bit of a vent. Has anyone discovered that with their diagnosis came a "cancer door" or window? What I am referring to and am discovering is that MY business is no longer my choice as to with who, what details,when, or where it is shared. Because I knew no better, of course every step is…
Southern California Brunch pictures
Hello Dear sisters, As you probably have heard Penny is coming to LA on Saturday. I hope you will make a last minute decision in favor of coming . I made our reservations at: Turquoise Address: 1735 South Catalina Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (310) 373-3234 ‎ turquoise-restaurant.com Time is 12PM. There is Public…
neulasta
Some say the Neulasta was the worst part of chemo for them. I know it's different for everyone though. I had my fisrt chemo yesterday and the Neulast today.How"d you all do?
Sore throat after Neulasta shot?
Good Morning! I have finished 11 taxol (did not have 12th due to nuropathy) I had my 2nd F/A/C on Tuesday my bloodcounts were all very good so I was surprised when the Cancer center called me that evening and told me my ONC had ordered a Neulasta shot for me. I called Him to confirm because he had not mentioned it to me…

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