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MRI tomorrow, 12/21
Saw my PCP today regarding my headache(s). He thinks I am having stress and muscle tension related migraines. Sees nothing clincally to make him think I have a neurological problem but will have an MRI tomorrow at 1:30 to rule out any suspicions, UGH. That's a test I haven't had. He felt around on my neck and told me to…
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Today is pink kari09's Birthday!
Hope you have a great Birthday - filled with lots of fun and wonderful surprises! -Jenny
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Update
I thought that I would update for anyone still paying attention. The good news: no cancer news. I'm due for a 6 month mammo but I don't have insurance so I need to fix that first. It is interesting as always. When we last left you dear reader, we were on the Navajo reservation in NM. Now my husband, myself and the 3 cats…
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Thank you Hootiegirl (Kat)
My ornaments arrived today and I am really touched. The ball is quite elegant and beautiful and I love the white cross with Hope painted on it - can't argue with that. I will post pix this week. Thanks again, I am not sure how you had time with everything you have going on hope finals were good to you. BTW, I thought the…
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Post radiation headaches, off balance and dizzy
I completed radiation last thursday and have been having headaches, light heaadednesss and balance problems, is this related to radiation treatment?
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Can the pink bus come to Texas please?
I see my onc for my 3 month follow up on Friday the 23rd. I'm sure he's going to say everything is good, but I'm just so nervous. Now don't get me wrong, I love my onc & think he's awesome, but my nerves are frazzled about this appt. I guess it's just knowing that he could tell me the cancer has reared it's ugly head…
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Anastrozole (Arimidex)
I have been on Anastrozole for 3 1/2 years and am now experiencing accelerated hair loss. Has anyone had this problem? Will hair grow back after the drug is discontinued after year 5?
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ornament exchange
Just received my ornament from Cindy, a big thank you! It is a lovely dove with these words on it "May peace be your gift at Christmas and your blessing all through the year". It looks great on my tree (photo posted in the Expressions Gallery). I also received a can of snow, yup you read that right, a can of snow! Thank…
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Ornament Exchange Box Just Arrived
A beautiful box just arrived from our own "Different Ballgame" (Janelle), and I wanted everyone to know that she really went all out. My crystal "Angel of Wishes" has a permanent place on my mantel, and will stay there year around. Also a cute carrot nose showman ornament, and a box of "Real Chicago" Chocolate Mints was…
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My ornaments came today
I got my ornaments along with candy from Karie today...Loved them, have them all over the place...Karie, you have to know I love snowmen.. Thank you so much and Merry Christmas.. Angie
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Cancer Drug Xeloda
I am currently taking 500 mg per tablet of Xeloda,four tablets per day. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. and in March of 2011, I had a reoccurrence which mestatized in my bones. I have been on Xelolda since April of 2011. Yes! Xeloda does cause your fingerprints to disappear. Also, the tips of my fingers are…
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Just wondering
Just wondering if any of you didn't loose all your hair during chemo. I didn't have chemo but when my friend did she lost her hair in patches.Not bald.She wore a scarf while working with the public.Could barely tell it.Did her treatments etc through it all.I just wonder because I hear of others that have all their hair and…
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another scan
Just had my Bone Scan... trying to stay positive....No I'am positive everyting is fine....God has this....ok just had to let that out... hope everyone is doing well.... Take Care Eva
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Thank you Waffle8!
I received my beautiful Angel of Inspiration ornament over the weekend. She will always have a special place on my tree. The picture angel ornament and chocolate were very nice surprises as well. I allowed my husband one "slice" of the peanut butter pie :) Thank you Babette and Happy Holidays. Barb A
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Thank you to my Secret Santa in Pink from Palo Alto
I received a beautiful card and Scarf Pin (Hat Pin), Flower. I wore it today on a scarf and it is beautiful. It was even more special when a lady at Mass remarked on it and I was able to say it came from my sister-in-pink. Thank you so much, I wish I knew who you are so that I could thank you more personally! Hugs, Carol
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Going to see the oncologist
Going to see my oncologist and get my staples out. Not sure which I am more worried about. Doing this tomorrow afternoon I hope for your prayers. I am still scared I have no idea what kind of treatment he'll set up. Ugh my thoughts and prayers are each with you.
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Still having side effects? 3.5 years after chemo?
I am new to this site and a 3.5 year survivor of stage 3 breast cancer. Although I went through chemo (Cytoxin, Adriamicin, then Taxol), surgery and radiation with last treatment in June of 2008, I believe I am still having residual side effects. I wanted to ask if anyone has had trouble with: 1. joint and muscle pain…
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a Cancer Center/Hospital VS. an "individual" oncologist---any thoughts?
as you may have read, I have a kidney stone, ovarian cysts, prior double mastectomy, am diabetic and the list goes on. my question to you all.....I have an appt. at our local Cancer Center in January. with all that is going on, does it seem like a good idea for a fresh approach?? Hugs and thank you!!!
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I am blessed beyond belief!
My only son and daughter-in-law have informed my husband and me that we are going to be first time grandparents! To say that I am over the moon would be an understatement. We are so excited, are already talking about turning one of our guest rooms into a "baby room" and I have been asked if I would consider watching the…
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Coloring your hair after chemo - did you do it?
My hair is finally starting to grow back after chemo. It's about 2 1/2 inches long. Problem is, it came in almost all grey. I want my old color back (dark blonde). My nurse mentioned she didn't want me to use anything with peroxide or ammonia in it. The only product I found without these two ingredients is "Fanciful" and…
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Naughty boy at church
We live in a very small town and our church offers 1 mass per weekend on Sat at 5. My daughter and her hubby wanted to go out with friends to celebrate 3 different milestones and asked us to watch 2 yr old JC overnite...not usually a problem. We hesitated a little to take him to church because he is soooooooo busy. When we…
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Nothing is ever easy anymore, is it...
Woke up Thursday, 12/8 with what I thought was a bug, nausea, headache, neck pain...stayed home from work but felt a little like I was playing hooky. Slept all that day and had no energy from then through last weekend. Missed 1/2 day of work both Tues and Wed this week and had some vomiting plus this headache that made me…
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MUGA Scan
Hi Sisters, Have any of you had a MUGA Scan? I had a double mastectony on Oct. 7th (cancer was on the left breast) and will be done with my radiation treatment on Monday the day after Christmas. I am schedule for a MUGA Scan on Jan. 9th and all that I know and read is that it is to make sure that the heart is not damage…
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Today is Bakerette's Birthday!
Sending wishes your way for a wonderful day! -Jenny
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Today is Kya911's Birthday
Happy Birthday! Hope you have a great day! -Jenny
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First Chemo Treatment
Hi Everyone, I am new to the boards and just had my first treatment on Tuesday of TCH. I felt pretty well until Thursday, but have been miserable since. I know everyone is different, but am just hoping someone can shed some light on when this "flu" will let up some or at least that I am not out of the norm for this to seem…
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I am Completely Blown Away!
The postman dropped off a large box today--way too large to be a Christmas ornament, I thought. Well, it sure was--because it was not only 2 Christmas ornaments, but loads of other goodies as well from none other than my sweet friend, Jean. Let me start with the ornaments--a beautiful pink stained glass and silver angel…
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Chemo drug Navalbine
Hi to all, Just wondering if anyone tried navalbine chemo and that it was unsucessful. I was put on it 3 mos ago and my cea markers are going up not down. I have my 3 mos PET scan this upcomming Friday nd I pray that nothing else apppears other then spots on liver. I am really upset but taking it 1 day at a time. I…
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Sorry it took so long
I just figured out how to add you ladies and man to my friends list sorry it took so long but i'm not very comp.literate.Hugs Frankie
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My granddaughters letter to Santa
I am crying while I type this. My 6 year old granddaughter Rylie wrote a letter to Santa today. She told Santa that she's been a very good girl & all she wants for Christmas is for Grandmas cancer to go away & please Santa take all the cancer away from everyone & make everyone feel good. I am so proud of my Rylie & I just…