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Hanging in there. WBC 1.7
Well, neutropenia again but, at least WBC is >0.5...Lol. Also have thrush again. I have had minimal fever today-yay. Although I don't really like the way it zonks me, I took marinol yesterday and today because it really helps my appetite. I was able to really force fluids after taking it yesterday and I think that is why…
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Breast Cancer-Taking Chemo
Good afternoon, i am taking taxol can you put any nail polish on your toenails? Bare toenails do not look good in sandals. Lol. Thanks, carol
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PINK bus request
PINK Bus...request.. A bit early but while I am thinking of it...JUNE 6th...I am going back to my surgeon (mammo just prior same building) Anyone want to ride along? NO TIME FOR llunch I must be back for half day of work...but snacks are good for 10:L00AM Denise
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Happy Birthday - Aisling8's -- Victoria
Birthday wishes for a wonderful, fun filled day. Enjoy and Celebrate life. Vicki Sam
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Crazy Horse Volks Marche
Anyone else doing the Crazy Horse Memorial (Custer, SD) Volks March on June 1 & 2?
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Please take a moment this Memorial Day to remember
Please take a moment today in all of your festivaties to remember what the day is about. It is to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice - their life - so that we can enjoy our lives. Memorial Day is not about 'Veterans' - we have our 'Veterans Day' in Nov - it is for those who can never be 'Veterans'. I have…
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Tamoxifen
I was diagnosed at age 31 of breast cancer, I had to freeze my eggs before I started treatment. I had ftreacherous treatments & 33 radiation treatments. now my oncologist wants me to be on tamoxifen for five years. I have a strong family history of breast cancer & my sister had stage 1a ovarian cancer. My genetic test came…
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Aromasin troubles--bone scan pending--need pink bus
Hello everyone, I feel a little unsure about mooing about my problems when there are folks here dealing w/ much more difficult stuff, but here goes. All through treatment I have had trouble w/ weird or very intense side effects w/ chemo and associated meds. I had bilateral mastectomies in January 2012 finished chemo in…
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Just Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
Hello Everyone, I was just diagnosed with breast cancer, don't even know what stage I am at yet until more tests are done. Just do not know what to do, what not to do. In other words in my mind I am very confused, scared and angry at the same time. I have been very tired lately and do not know why, have not done anything…
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Handling stress from waiting for treatment decisions?
Diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer in late March. Had first surgeries in April and reexcisions in early May. The surgeon said I would have lumpectomies and radiation. After the surgeries he sent me to the oncologist. The oncologist ordered more tests. He is concerned about both breasts having cancer at the same time.…
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2nd Week after 1st chemo !
Good Morning Everyone ! I first want to apologize for not being here with all you beautiful strong people for almost a week now. ((((hugs))), I am into my 2nd week after my 1st chemo and its has NOT been a picnic. I mean it hasn't been real bad but its like I never know from one minute to the next what I am going to feel…
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Help - Anyone know anything about sewing lycra?
I need a swimsuit! Can not find a suitable one that fits. Basically at my age, what I want is a takini but all I've found are all too big. So today I was in the fabric store and patterns were on sale for $0.99 so the thought hit me make one (40+ years ago I made a lot of bikinis for me) so the thought hit me - make one! I…
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I am newbie to site.
Hi I have stage3 breast cancer and have started taxol chemo. Any positive thoughts for this chemo? Thanks carol
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5 years survivorship, 1 year mBC, new Scan results- lets celebrate together
Hello my dear old and new friends, Sorry, I have not been posting lately due to high fatigue and side effects from experimental drug. This week marks my 5 years Survivorship from stage IIIC and 1 year mBC. It has been a wild ride with incredible swings up and down, being in Marianas Trench, and climbing back. I would like…
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Home from my 2nd surgery
It went ok. They took out all nodes under my right armpit. My arm hurts and I am on strong painkillers and pretty much stoned :) Now I have to wait for path report and there is still one big decision to make what to do with my left breast. Take care, Carmen
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What i need to do in Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, and occurs in rare cases in men. Last month i got this major illness in my body really i am so disappointed. I am looking and doing more ssearch about this critical illness. I found one book A Cancer Survivor by Julia Fortune if you have any reference books or any solution…
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I have to share some good news!
My ENT Surgeon just called with the results from my neck dissection.....all 25 nodes taken were clear!!!! So I only have to have radiation on my lower lip and chin:) All of your prayers worked, thank you all so much!!!! I will get my VATS path results next week.
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I have to share some good news!
My ENT Surgeon just called with the results from my neck dissection.....all 25 nodes taken were clear!!!! So I only have to have radiation on my lower lip and chin:) All of your prayers worked, thank you all so much!!!! I will get my VATS path results next week.
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Done with chemo/Now in hospital
Had ct scan this am. No fluid in chest. Pain is actually from 2 emboli (blood clots). So I came home, and got a phone call about an hour after from the on call oncologist. I never met this one and I think he thought I was trying to get out of coming in when I asked how long I had to be here. He explained it was life…
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♥ ♥ ♥ Who Will Be Watching "The Bachelorette" With Me? ♥ ♥ ♥
It starts Monday! The new bachelorette is from Sean's season and her name is Desiree Hartsock. I am sure if you watched The Bachelorette with Sean, you will remember when he sent her home, she said " You're making a big mistake." Apparently, she got over him. lol They say it will be a more intense and romantic season than…
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hurtfull words
Durning a sonogram at the gyn office ,by the Tech. I was crushed by what she said. The is what she asked , "What kind Of breast cancer did you have?", I said" 1st stage'. Then she said," Well that's like not even having" Cancer" at all. I still can't believe this even happened to me after 3 years of cruling treatments, and…
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Organic Healthy Foods
Non GMO Food Companies With Printable List Of Brands. This is a link to the down load and print... http://www.undergroundhealth.com/non-gmo-food-companies-with-printable-list-of-brands/ Also on the page click on the link for The 10 most cancer causing foods God Bless!... Kathy
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Update Round Two
I was doing great today. They gave me emend and aloxi to ward off problems. I was doing so great I ate a chicken sandwich (I've been living on Ensure) and some kind of strange lime slushy. Last ten minutes of therapy, Danny claims I turned blue grey and begin barfing. I must have the wimpiest stomach on record!!! They gave…
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What do I do???????
Hi Everyone, It has been a while since I have been on but I need some advice from my pink sisters. I have a friend who has ovarian cancer that went to her lung and is now in her brain. I call her home and just get the machine. I call her phone and the voice mail box is full. I text and no one answers. I know she is in the…
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Wishing The Pinkies A Wonderful Memorial Day Weekend!
Have a wonderful holiday! Sue :)
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So angry...
Hi. I was diagnosed earlier this month with breast cancer. I start my treatments next week, and I am absolutely terrified. This entire thing feels like a giant nightmare, and I just want out of it. I'm beyond angry that this is happening, and I feel absolutely alone. I can't tell anyone how i really feel, because it will…
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OT : I am Camping this long weekend-ANYONE else?
First camping trip of the season...taking grandsons with us... Denise
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Hello, I'm new here and have a question regarding reconstruction and smoking
Hello everyone and hope all is well for you! I have been going through quite the struggle with all of this. I will breifly fill everyone in on me... I have Graves Disease, Lyme Disease and now Breast Cancer. My life has been filled with battle after battle but I remain positive and l hopeful. During all of this, I have…
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Good path report
No node involvement, clean margins. Phew!! Slept about 9 hours. Now on to this damn neuropathy. Take care, Cindy
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Has anyone here had the surgery to even up your breast after reconstruction? If so, I have some que
1. How did the doctor do the procedure? 2. Did you come home the same day? 3. How long did the pain last? 4. Did you lose any sensitivity? Thanks in Advance Mommaellen