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Breast Cancer

Archives for January 2012

OT - No baby today
Mommy was willing but the maternity ward was full. Silly full moon did it. If she had gone into labor they would have had to take her, but they had no space for electives. She is to be at hospital tomorrow a.m. at 5:30, with strict instruction to not have that girl til I get back from rads between 9:30 and 10 (oh the power…
Thank you, my pink sisters....update on my sis....
Just got the call...my sister is doing well. She came home from the hospital yesterday, no nausea after the procedure. Both sides sentinel nodes removed, she will learn in a week what the path is from that...but she said that the surgeon said there were 'no surprises' during either procedure. SO, thank you, my sisters in…
Today is CAChick's Birthday!
Hope your day is Fabulous from beginning to end! Happy Birthday! -Jenny
New here with Her2+
Hello, I am new here. I was dx with Her2+ breast cancer 2 years ago it was stage 1 and was advised to have simple double mastectomy no treatment needed. I have to also tell you I had implants already as I had gastric bypass several years prior and lost 136lbs and went from D cups to A's. The surgeon and Plastic surgeon…
Relay Team Name Help
Hello Everyone! I feel like this board has the most activity so I am choosing to ask you for help. I am a member of this board because Cancer has touched my life on several occasions. I have lost many members to Cancer, first and foremost my mother at the young age of 42. I am participating in my local Relay again this…
Done with chemo-follow-up CT scan Wednesday!
Well I made it through chemo with my final treatment on December 14. It was by no means a picnic , but I made it through with a few side effects that I am hoping will go away (like the weight gain :) ) or the ones that won't I think I can deal with. Now I have a ct scan this Wednesday to check on a liver spot from back in…
Some 'HAPPY' news -- Just want to share with all of you -- thru the good times, and bad
So I've been hitting the walls for 1 week -- My Internist called last Tuesday, and wanted to see me .. asap. It turns out that my biopsy for 'hemorrhoids' during my colonoscopy in late December == turned out to be a legion. Not a polyp, but a legion. Biopsy inclusive, possible anal cancer. Specialist and Surgeon…
Thanks everyone
I got my appointment moved to today, doctor said he's pretty sure it's Fibrocystic Breast Disease but am going for an ultrasound on Wednesday just to be sure. I have never met a better group of people than when I came here, you all were so friendly and supportive of a total stranger. I will of course be visiting again to…
My appointment to oncologist Wednesday.
I had uterus cancer in Oct. had surgery and was early stage so no other treatment was needed. Unfortunately soon after I had breast cancer, once again had surgery a lumpectomy. The results, were clear lymph nodes were negative. The tumor size was 2.1 very early stage 2 and it was grade 3. I was er+ pr- and her2-. I have an…
FINALLY the dutch have made me welcome!!!!
A new 24-hour cooking TV channel, NCIS (TV show), herring, chocolate, and oliebollen (read fritter...mmmmm!).... I can now live here comfortably!!!! *grins* (Next, I work on getting some snow, and a frozen canal to skate on...) Hugs, Kathi
2nd Biopsy same breast
I am a 2 year breast cancer survivor. On December 27, 2011 I had to have another breast biopsy. My last mamo came back questionable. It was a sterotatic biopsy which was kind of painful. Still dealing with discomfort and pain. Well as of Friday January 6, 2012 I have not heard anything from my oncologist and that is after…
I have finished chemo and finished radiation now what?
It feels very strange to be done with treatment. I have to admit I am a little more emotional than i have been throughout the whole process. I am both relieved and excited to be done with treatment but worried about recurrance and getting on with the business of living. Any advice is welcome!
Any advice for mouth sores during chemo?
One of my friends is going thru chemo and she has mouth sores now. I didn't have chemo, so, I don't know what to tell her that might help. Her oncologist only told her to suck on ice chips, which she does, but, is there anything else? Can you give me some suggestions as to what she can do to help with the mouth sores?…
I'm a rad grad
Completed my last rad Friday. So glad to be finished! I celebrated by keeping the grandbabies for the night. We went to the zoo Saturday....I'm still exhausted from that trip! We had a great time!
Anyone been on Gemzar? Starting next Wednesday.
Hello to all, I am a Stage IV Breast Cancer survivor with Mets in my Liver and Bones. I have been in and out of remission since 2007. Just thankful to God for each and every day and moment. Just got my 3 month CT scan results and it appears that Halaven has not been working for me. So on to the next and newest chemo drug…
Acid Reflux after Chemo
I just had my first chemo treatment of Taxotere and Cytoxan on Thursday. Yesterday I had some acid reflux and now feels like I have sores in my throat. I have gargled with soda and salt but the irritation is further down than just the back of the throat. Does anyone know how to prevent further acid reflux and lessen the…
OT: Calling all Trader Joe's fans! Suggestions for sbmly53
So our poor, underprivileged Sue (sbmly53) is finally getting a Trader Joe's in her neck of the woods come springtime, and has already started her shopping list...I think she may be planning to camp out in their parking lot overnight for opening day! So, all you Trader Joe's shoppers out there -- let's help her with her…
UCLA lecture"CHEMO BRAIN"- COGNITIVE CHANGES AFTER CANCER: "I CAN’T FIND MY..." - TUESDAY JANUARY 10
"CHEMO BRAIN"- COGNITIVE CHANGES AFTER CANCER: "I CAN’T FIND MY..." - TUESDAY JANUARY 10, 2012 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Patricia Ganz, MD, UCLA Professor of Medicine and Health Services, medical oncologist, and researcher, describes and discusses symptoms such as difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, and cognitive impairment…
O.T.-oral surgery asap
exactly 10 yrs ago fell skating and snapped front tooth off-cap was good until 2 days ago...now fracture up to root/nerve-painful now waiting game for an appt (and COST our of pocket) LONG process 8-12 mths..I refuse to do it without being knocked out! I have been known to pass out at Dr office or at procedure..... Thanks…
Cards for MissRenee
I have received enough money for the flowers for Miss Renee. I have some extra and am thinking of something else to do for her. Thanks to all! If anyone would like her address to send her a card, please private message me and I will send her address to you. xoxo, Jean
Caregiver/sister looking for others with triple neg/BRCA1 positive
Hi folks, I'm new to the site and am hoping for some help for my sister. She was diagnosed with triple negative invasive ductile breast cancer just before Thanksgiving. She had the BRCA gene test right before Christmas which came back positive for the BRCA1 mutation. She has not yet had surgery (soon, probably this month)…
Pink Bus Requested for KathiM's Sister-Monday
Monday is surgery day for KathiM's sister. All aboard; bus is gassed and I've got cafe au lait and beignets. I get a window seat this go round. Who can join me?
Deep gratitude at a difficult time
Kevin and I came home between movies to see our dog, Jake, for awhile. Low and behold, there on my front porch was a gorgeous flower arrangement in one of the most artistic, beautiful vases we have ever seen. (Kev put it on with my screen name.) Jean, Sue, Claudia, Kathi M., Penny and all of the wonderful Kindred Spirits…
Prayers, please for my sister....
Monday is surgery day....2 lumpectomies, one lump in each breast.... Hugs, Kathi
Arimidex and Fibromyalgia
Arimidex and Fibromyalgia. Anyone have any side affects such as itching?
Today is Scotch Freckles' Birthday!
Sending BIG Birthday wishes your way - hope you have a fantastic day - with love all around! -Jenny
Steroids suck - no baby girl yet
Was having posting issues yesterday so couldn't let you all know the latest. Saw MO on Thursday and touched base on some issues, kind of a little hand patting session to just make sure I am actually hearing what I am absorbing, I am, so that helps. My daughter drove me to the appt and then we picked out some clothes for me…
Here's the plan---What advice or experiences can you share?
Since I first posted here on Jan 2, it has been a whirlwind of phone calls, tests, and appointments. I've had a CT scan, bone scan, and breast MRI, plus the receptor tests were finished. No mets, thankfully, but triple negative and aggressive--75% on the KI67 proliferation index. If the mugascan to check heart output is…
Please cheer me on
I've decided to let my hair grow. Every time I've tried since chemo, I think it's going to be thin, but ok, and then it gets about 2" long and it's obvious it's not ok and I cry and buzz it short again. My friend is a hairdresser and she's going to help with keeping it shaped to grow into a style. My New Year's resolution…
OT - an awesome song and slide show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEpvwKD3CVg

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