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Does Letrazole make you tired?
I feel like I can't make it thru the whole day. I am full of energy in the morning but by sun-down I am so tired. Any hints to how to beef up my energy?
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One of the BEST Retreats!
This Retreat was one of (If not) the best Retreats I've been to as far as what I got out of it. It didn't start all that great though. Somehow I didn't get notified that the inipi (sweat lodge) had to be canceled so I was there at 8:30 for it - Retreat starts at 12. So I drove to Bear Butte (Lakota Spiritual area) to be by…
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Today is WinSomeBullDog's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR WSBD HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you Love, Laughter, great food & wonderful gifts on your special day & throughout the year! ♥ Cat
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Camp Kesem.... If you have kids 6-16, this is for YOU!
If you have young kids, you need to check out Campkesem.org. If there is one near you, check for openings. It is the most fabulous thing that cancer will do for your kids. It is funded, organized and run by college kids, who most likely have had parents with cancer. I was kind of worried about sending my 7 and 11 year old…
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Pink Bus Needed For Katie17 On Thursday
Katie is having a skin and nipple sparing mastectomy surgery on Thursday of this week so let's all get the pink bus gassed up and ready to go to support her. Wishing you good luck Thursday Katie! Hugs, Kylez
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OT for Trader Joe’s fans: Cookbook & yummy recipe recommendation!
I know we have a lot of Trader Joe’s fans on this site –- did you know there are cookbooks out there devoted to recipes using Trader Joe’s products? I had no idea –- where have I been? So, after some Barnes & Noble retail therapy (you can buy them at Amazon, too), I spent this weekend cooking from what seems to be the…
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Calcium vs Fasomax
Has anyone been told to continue taking calcium rather than be prescribed Fasomax? I am already osteopena but my MO said to continue with calcium. He did prescribe Fasomax or any other bone building med. Just asking Thanks for all your support ... Love you and pray for you every day :)
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I hate the term "cancer survivor!"
Hi - I'm new here; dxed with Stage 2 breast cancer 2 1/2 years ago. Pretty easy ride. I hate the term "cancer survivor" and would like to start using another term. Cancer fighter; Cancer soldier; Cancer winner; Cancer victor; Cancer winner; Cancer standout - something - anything but survivor. What do you all think?
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New to board, Her 2 Neu pos
Hi, I am new to the board and enjoy seeing many peoples comments and stories. I am 40 and just had my first chemo treatment a week ago, all went really good, no nausea at all. Just got tired and achy. I'm on a mix of three different drugs, 2 will be given for four treatments and herceptin for an additional 13. I was lucky…
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Intraoperative Radiation Therapy with Lumpectomy
I am considering a lumpectomy procedure to remove my tumor. An issue I have with lumpectomy is that it requires radiation be applied to my breast after the procedure. I am extremely hesitant about the side-effects caused by radiation, particularly to my heart, lungs and blood vessels. I was considering mastectomy to avoid…
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Non-stress related incontinence
It's a bit embarassing but I've had an occational drip of incontinence since back to early chemo times. Has anyone else had this? I don't know if this is related to the treatment or just my wonderful luck? It's not happening when I sneeze or laugh etc. It's kind of weird for me. I didn't say anything to the doc 'cause…
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Sticky fingers
I am having a problem that I am wondering if anyone else has had or if I just am getting "lucky" again. Shortly after finishing 6 rounds of chemo, my fingers started to hurt. Never had arthritis before. Now I'm having trouble with trigger fingers. They lock up and I can't straighten them unless I use the other fingers to…
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Does anyone have implants?
I had a lumpectomy to remove my cancer, I'm about to start radiation. I'm worried as to the effect it will have on the implant? I asked my oncologist and she said there is a 50-50 chance it will. Has anyone had my problem?
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Just so tired
of this. I feel like saying anything about anything to any doctor just doesn't matter. I did see the new MO. He is a good doctor. I like his mannerisms and how easy it is to talk to him. I did mention the thyroid results and he didn't flinch. I take that to mean I shouldn't worry. I don't want to be a PITA with my doctors.…
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I FINALLY heard
"you are N E D"! How sweet it is .... I saw my new oncologist and he had encouraging words to say. He said "you are a healthy young woman". He did a thorough exam and could not find anything wrong with me. I am set for a CT scan .... he says there is no need for a PET Scan because the lung nodules will not be seen on that…
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For Stress-Free Travel Follow These Simple Tips
Whether you are experienced with traveling or you are a new traveler, there are many decisions that must be made. Luckily, travel planning is simple if you know how to approach it and have the right information. If you are planning on traveling soon, or simply have an interest in travel, this article provides excellent…
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1st round of Xeloda down.
Was done with my 1st - 2 week cycle of Xeloda last Friday so have been off for 1 week now. My doc ordered it as 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off and I haven't seen that anywhere on line, But, it is probably good since my CBC yesterday showed a BIG drop in WBCs. Will see MO this coming Friday before starting next cycle. Scan in 4…
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my soulmate passed away 5 weeks ago....
not sure how this works my first time on this site...thought i would try to find a support group to chat with. My husband Paul my soulmate passed away 1 week after his 68th birthday after a long 2 yr battle with breast cancer / was diagnosed with Brain tumors christmas eve 2011 and passed away March 18 2012....my life is…
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update
Well one week over with rads and steroids, was a hard ride for me. Sterouds made me beeing like in a fog and I am soooooo tired. Headaches and pressure against my skull is gone (thank goodness) I am sure that it is a good sign. I will see the Dr. Monday and will find out about the progress. I know I was'nt supportive to…
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Pictures posted!
Having a great time in Florida! Convention was over yesterday....now some fun time. Got to meet MyTurnNow and Natly15 this past week. Posted pictures on my expressions page.
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This is my first time posting
I'm so glad I found this site! It's taken me a while to get to the point of sharing my journey with anyone - I had a hard time coming to grips with having breast cancer let alone talking with others. I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Invasive Ductal Carcinoma in June of 2011. It followed an abnormal routine mammogram. I…
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when are you considered cancer free
Post surgery? at follow up? My dr never says anything other all your tests are good.. WHICH OF COURSE IS EXACTLY WHAT I WANT TO HEAR... WHAT DO YOU all go by for cancerversay? date diagnosed, date of surgery, date of last treatment? or different to each person? Denise
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~~ Do You Have A Favorite Movie Or Seen A New ReleaseThat Is Good? ~~
We watched A Few Good Men again the other night and just love that show. I think my hubby and I have the lines even memorized. LOL Just curious if you have a favorite one or if you've seen any of the new ones lately and what you thought of them. Popcorn anyone? Leeza
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HELP!!! Fingernails - I know it sounds silly, but....
I just finished my year of chemo - (only the Herceptin was a year). My hair is coming in fine - I've even had to have it cut a couple of times (YAY!!!!) - my fingernails colorwise look fine. The problem I am having is they are so weak and brittle that they keep splitting down into the nail bed, at least my thumbs do. I…
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Just checking on everyone
Don't know if anyone remembers me or not but I have kept up with you guys. I don't get on here much, every couple of weeks to just see how everyone is doing. I guess you would call me a stalker. So far I am doing really good. It will be three years on May 14 that I found out that I had breast cancer. In October it will be…
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Tough few weeks
Wednesday 9th may I am going in fo a skin sparring mastectomy with reconstruction only 2 weeks after have an olfactory neuroblastoma removed.. It has been a tough few weeks. Fingers crossed this goes well as this all hasnt hit me yet and not looking forward to that happening
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Post double mastectomy surgery advice
Hii-I am having a double mastectomy next thursday for a DCIS diagnosis. Although it is considered stage 0, the cells ate high grade and the area is large relative to the size of me. Does anyone have advice for post surgery care? Is sleeping difficult! Should I get special pillows? Did you have a nurse come to help you at…
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RX for estrogen supressors
This is my first post. I've been in treatment for almost a year. I've had so many set backs that I'm just now getting to the meds that block estrogen. My biggest concern is the side effects of joint problems(to name one). The med I've been given is Aromasin. I'm hoping some of the people here can share about their…
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Penguin Cap Therapy
Hello, Has anyone out there had any experience with the Penguin Cold Caps? If so how did you manage your hair in between washings and could you wear a pony tail? Any help would be greatly appreciated!! Also, did you have to wear the cap for three hours after the Chemo was finished? Thank you, Renee
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Do the Kindreds have any idea AT ALL as to how much I love you?????
I have been having the hardest time getting on the boards~ it seems that months go by without me being able to post! If this indeed posts, it is because the love of all of the Kindreds, coupled with Komputer-Karma is with me today!!! I have had a bit of not so good news lately, but I will try and be brief with the recap!…