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Breast Cancer

Archives for July 2012

fever and splitting headache all day
I called the oncologist 2 hours ago but no call back. Temp going from 99 to 101 depending on forcing liquids. I don't know what they would do about it- does anyone? Don't want to insist on ER if it is going to be something that passes. So sick with this headache...wish I could take something.
Anyone has experience with IPT (insulin potentiation therapy)?
Hello, My mom has starge IV breast cancer and is considering undergoing IPT treatment. I was wondering if anyone has done it and how was their experience. Is it easy to follow, did it help fighting the disease? Thanks a lot for your help.
OUCH!!!
Every time I tried to figure out what to put down as the subject of this discussion I came up with expletives that would get me flagged so I decided to just say ouch. The Ixempra is really kicking my butt. I had bone and joint pains with the previous chemo but this is magnified by at least ten. I wish they would put me in…
Yellow spots on my nipples? Should I be worried?
I found yellow spots on my nipples, and I really don't know what they are or where they came from. There are more on my left, but there is also this really big spot almost in the middle of that nipple too. Any clue of what they are? Should I be worried? Thanks.
Can many X-rays to the chest cause breast cancer?
I recently had pneumonia so I got many x-ray scans done to my chest. Sometimes when I inhale, I feel horrible pain in my left breast. Im really scared I might have breast cancer, but maybe Im just thinking too much. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Invasive Lobular Carcinoma
I am new to cancer - I am 43 years old. I have yet to meet with a surgeon and it is inconclusive whether or not the cancer is in my lymphnodes. What sort of experiences have people had with this type of cancer? Is it treatable? Will I live? They are guessing stage 2 but will know for sure until they are able to verify the…
The Mystery of Cancer
I found this talk by researcher Mina Bissell to be hopeful a new understanding of cancer
Kidney transplant was a success!
My son and I had our surgery on Wednesday. Everything went better than expected. Going home tomorrow. Thanks for all your support and a special thanks to Sue for her posting about giving blood. So happy! Rosesnn
OT Clementine_P and Rules of Civility
Just finished The Rules of Civility last night. Thank you so much for recommending it. I loved it! Kind of a cross between The Great Gatsby and an Edith Wharton novel to me. I loved the history, the atmoshphere and the tender story; I couldn't put it down. Danny is reading it now. I'll let you know if he likes it as much.…
Cancer has found me again!!! Help!!!!
Hello, this is my 3rd Cancer. I had so much radation back in the 80's that it has given me breast cancer. My case is very different, I have a implant stim in my back, which means they can't do an MRI on me. The doctor told me they are not sure what they will see when they go in. They told me that the best option will be a…
Can I just vent for a hot sec?
Hi wonderful ladies, Been crazy busy lately, but trying to keep my head above water. My surgeon went in and drained my wound and removed some of the dead tissue about 3 weeks after my initial tumor removal surgery. Unfortunately when she did the follow up surgery, she found that the cancer has already started growing back.…
SoCal get-together last night - picture posted!
mariam_11_09 drove down from Northern California yesterday to meet her mother and teenage daughter this morning after their cruise. New Flower, my girlfriend Trace and I met her for dinner last night -- a "last meal" for Mariam before she picks up the two of them after they've been stuck on a ship together for a week? :-)…
Today is Ms.Sunshine's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SS HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!! May your day be filled with happy memories and all your wishes come true! ♥ Cat
Today is Kathi M's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KATHI HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Hope your special day is the beginning of a year filled with happiness! Have a great day! ♥ Cat
DIY breast form
If you or someone in your family/friends knits, I have put a picture and links for knitted knockers on my expression page. My daughter-in-law found the pattern and made mine. I took camisoles from Walmart and sewed lycra pockets for the knockers. Seems to be working. Maureen
Tamoxifin with double mastectomy?
I had a left side mastectomy in January and just finished 16 rounds of chemo. I had two tumors that were estrogen positive, so my onc wants me to take Tamoxifin for 5 years. I will be having the right side removed in October. I'm wondering about the need for the Tamoxifin with both sides removed. What I have read about the…
rash under arm and on chest
Has anyone experienced a rash and bumps under your arm and near the incision? I know we have had a bad heatwave, but it is only under one arm, and not the other. I called my cancer center Friday, and no one returned my call---yet.
Lynn Logan, how are you doing?
Been thinkin' about ya and keeping you in my prayers. Post when you can. Love and hugs, Renee
Has anyone heard from Chen?
Anyone have word on how Chen is doing? I worry about her...haven't seen a post from her in quite some time....if anyone has heard from her and can share, please do... Hugs, Nancy
Oh Eileen (CypressCythina) thank you!
So as I sit here posting, my husband comes in and asks if I had ordered anything...while I was so focused I didn't even hear the doorbell ring with the delivery. To my surprise I received a wonderful care package from our dear sweet CC...a precious hand made fleece blanket to keep me warm. And because I know there was much…
insomnia, Ambien, and brain rads, mother-in-law...
The decadron is driving me crazy...I get about 3-4 hours of sleep a night. A little bit when I go to bed, awake through the middle of the night, then a little sleep again around 4 or 5 am. The doc prescribed Ambien, but it scares me. One of the possible side effects is sleep walking...and the brain rads are starting to…
Dr gave this advice for watering sore eyes during chemo:
She asked if I were taking eye drops when my eyes were sore and watering. I told her I did try to use Visine and it burned so much. She said, NO! don't use that because it is a saline solution...use the gel type that contact wearers use. I think she mentioned Oasis, but said any of the brands in the contacts section of the…
Mammo shows something, ultrasound nothing
I had a 6 month follow-up mammogram last week since the prior mammo showed what they thought was scar tissue from a prior biopsy (which was a fibroid). The new mammo shows a "well circumscribed bilobed lesion measuring 9x10x9 mm", and not anywhere near the marker from the biopsy. The radiologist called me in for an…
tightness under arm post mastectomy
Am two weeks post mastectomy for invasive lobular carcinoma. Have PT appointment in 4 days but am looking for suggestions in the meantime. Had sentinal node biopsy along with mastectomy. Despite trying to keep the arm moving and trying to stretch it out, it seems to be getting tighter and definitely hurts more. Feels like…
tightness under arm post mastectomy
Am two weeks post mastectomy for invasive lobular carcinoma. Have PT appointment in 4 days but am looking for suggestions in the meantime. Had sentinal node biopsy along with mastectomy. Despite trying to keep the arm moving and trying to stretch it out, it seems to be getting tighter and definitely hurts more. Feels like…
I'm back!!! Did you miss me? Maybe a little bit? LOL
I've missed all of you, and, I apologize for not being on the board for so long. There are so many posts that I can't answer them all. Just know that I wish all of you belated happy birthday's, good luck on any upcoming tests and treatments and that you all are in my prayers. Sue :)
I Need The Pink Bus On Wednesday, August 1st Please
I hate these tests as much as all of you do, but, I know we have to have them. I have my mammo scheduled for Wednesday, August 1st. Needless to say, the anxiety is building already. If you could come along with me, I sure would appreciate it. Thanks, Kylez
OT~Fauxma is that your house!
Every time I see your picture come up I say what a beautiful house. I'm partial to Victorian and I love it. Wanda
Cried like a baby.
Well, I finally started back on chemo yesterday but I'm so embarrassed for myself. I cried most of the way there and when I got there I found a recliner by a window in the corner of an area that nobody else was in yet. I sat down and the tears just kept pouring out. I don't know when was the last time I felt so alone. The…
Sister's surgery tomorrow
After weeks of waiting till after our family reunion and also waiting for a appt for biopsies my sister is having her surgery.She saw the plastic surgeon today.They have no idea what they may find.She has 2 different cancers.2 malignant in each breast. They will know tomorrow IF Any nodes are involved.If none are malignant…

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