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O.T. anyone have weekend plans for the holiday?
We are heading north camping (first time this season)-our annual Memorial weekend ttip-with the grandkids in tow.. Denise
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Sirod, how are you doing?
I haven't seen your name in a post in a little while. Hoping you are doing ok and not feeling badly? Check in when you can!! Gentle cyber hugs and prayers that your treatment is going well.
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Discomfort after a lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy
Hello Everyone I'm new to the the forum. I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer about 4 weeks ago before my 40th birthday. I'm 2 weeks post-op and am having alot of discomfort especially where the node biopsy was done. I have searched all over the internet for options to keep my clothing from rubbing and irritating…
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acknowledging you
Ive only been here a few monthes but I can tell some of you have been here supporting, reading, updating, helping and sharing your lives for a long time. While I can also see there is a lot of new folks like myself coming on. This post is to acknowledge all of you. Those of you long-timers that have become so much like big…
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Behind on bills!!
I had breast cancer 3 years ago now am cancer free.. God Bless me.. Now I am behind all my bills
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any insight into today's biopsy?
Hi all. I've popped in here to seek your wisdom about a core needle bio I had today on a breast mass. Normally, I'm in the Kidney and Thryoid forums (yes, that would make it 3 cancers Im dealign with if the bio comes out +). I've had 2 MRI's since August, and 2 biopsies on masses. The first time it was a schlerosed…
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OT: so may new names lately. How about sharing something about yourselves?
I will go first. I am 61 and love to garden using as many native plants as I can. It is a hobby, but also a passion, because I love attracting birds to my yard and the natives attract more beneficial insects that feed the birds. I am married with one child - a daughter who just got married. We live in Louisiana and enjoy…
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My second time with breast cancer ,finished chemo going through radiation looking for support
I guess the title says most of it. I thought I had beaten the beast, but my breast cancer returned. I was doing fine during chemo even though I didn't have the support of my hubby. I'm going through radiation again and I just can't get myself together. My husband is not supportive at all. He thinks he is. The only thing he…
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its me tjhay with a new name
Hi people, its me tjhay with a new name of tjhay1 had to start a new account because i forgot my password and dont have the same email anymore. I got the worse news on Friday. I have breast mets to the bone all over my pelvis and on my spine. I am so angry that a quiet calm is the only emotional expression i can make. My…
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How long does it last?
I thank God that I'm starting to feel better months after finishing my chemo and radiation. I have a question for those of you who have been there. How long does it take for "chemo brain" to go away? Also, how long did it take you to feel like most of your strength was regained? It sounds like we never seem to feel like…
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I am scared that my cancer is back...UPDATE 5-19-2014
I saw my oncologist today and I have a MRI scheduled for tomorrow morning and they are also going to schedule a liver biopsy. All signs are pointing to the BIG C being back. I will keep everyone updated as I find out things. Thanks for your prayers and good thoughts. Hugs Mommaellen I went to the emergency room today with…
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*OT/ Wild Fires in San Diego - AISLING8-Victoria, Are you Safe, fires around your new home?
Thinking about you, and all those currently finding themselves misplaced by those raging fires .. Please check in when possible. Vicki Sam
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Feeling Frustrated...
I was all set to have my Latissimus flap procedure on 5/22 - but after speaking with the doctor, he has decided to take out my tissue expander and let that heal for a few months than proceed to do the Lat. flap procedure down the road. My body is showing signs of severe infection...UGH!!!...Why can't anything just be…
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PET SCAN RESULTS- SCARED
Hi ladies, I haven't been here in a while and I'm in need of support. I had a pet scan done last week and my oncologist called me yesterday to give me the results. He says it came back normal but that it came back with a hot spot in a "weird place" (that were his exact words) the colon. So I have an appt next week with the…
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Happy Birthday Wishes to RE - May 16th
Rena, Enjoy your very special day ... Celebrate. Vicki Sam
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Welcome to Hogwarts~ A Primer for the New Ones not finding much emotional support at work and with "
These lovely, welcoming words were written by the late Chenheart. No one ever said it better! I know she would want me to bump this up for our newbies: So many new ones have joined our family of Kindred Spirits lately~we sigh that you have had to find us, but of course welcome you with open ♥ You may have noticed, or even…
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O.T. Any others with upcoming GRADUATION?
Sunday my youngest will be graduating from her second college program. The first one she decided to not "WALK" though i begged her-so Sunday I'll be in tears with joy and PRIDE watching her walk. IT will be along day and our last name starts with "W" so she'll be at the end. I think at least 1,000 grads. I can't wait..and…
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Felt down
I went to the Oakland A's game for Mother's Day With my family n friends. Guess what happened to me I went to walked on the baseball field for the Breast Cancer wiith all the survivors! Anyways, while I was on the field I was looking around for my friends n family to see where they all at, so my best-friend text me to let…
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ANYONE DECLINE ANOSTROZOLE (ARIMIDEX)?
Hi Everyone: I've been on the Anostrozole (1mg daily) for about 2 months now. Side affects for me have been massive weight gain, painful joints, occasional headaches, just to name a few. Before I started taking it the doctor said the side effects are 'temporary' and subside after 6 months or so. I am all for sticking…
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Mother's day
How was everyones' mother's day? We went to church then canoe ride-then just chilled at home..perfect day for canoeing.. Denise
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Game-Alpha order
A, B . C game right the first word that pops in your head-with the next letter in the alphabet ex: A apple next person B-Banana etc. "A" Alligator
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Arthritis and bone pain much worse
After Taxatere and Cytoxan and going on Arimidex my joint and bone pain has significantly increased. After 6 months I have had my first hand surgery with bone removal and a 2nd surgery for my other hand coming up. I also have bad pain in the tops of my feet where there are more bones than muscle, my ankles. left knee, hips…
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Bad Lung News. I Am Disappointed
First of all, I want to thank you all for giving me wisdom and strength. I would not be able to go through this without having been reading what you all have. I have been off Prednisone since April 29th. The stuff on my lungs is back.(Back in February CT showed progression in the middle of both lungs. Prednisone held off…
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New Treatment
With my aunts diagnosis of cancer, we ran across Atavistic Oncology : http://www.atavisticchemotherapy.com or https://www.facebook.com/AtavisticOncology. They are doing amazing things to help. We have been very impressed with Dr Arguello. Has anybody else had a success story with them? Alana
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New to network
Happy Mothers day!! I have stage 4 breast cancer and have been in treatment for 2 years. This is my second time around, had stage 1 in 2008. I'm so glad to have found a place to talk to survivors and understand what I'm going through. I'm still working,but trying to get on SS disability. Just had a petscan and cancer is…
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Hap Hap Happy Birthday - Jenny Twist!!!
Jenny - Enjoy your very special day !!! I wish for you Lots of Love, Happiness, and Joy! Vicki Sam
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Right Underarm and Right Breast Swollen and Mammogram normal
I have been battling with Right Underarm Swelling and my Right Breast is swollen as well. I have been to my OBGYN and sent to a Breast Surgeon. Ayear later after being told its not cancer my breast is still swollen and my right underarm is swollen and very uncomfortable. I am now with a new provider and she sent me for a…
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Hello survivors!
I haven't checked in here in ages. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2003. I had 8 months of treatments - chemo for 3 months - radiation for 6 weeks - 3 more months of chemo. Then I took tamoxifen for 5 years. In July it will be 10 years since I finished treatments. I feel great! Of course I am 10 years older,…
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Abbreivations --- For our new members -- just a guideline for all
*There can be multiple meanings for some abbreviations in medicine. For example, PE is also an abbreviation for pulmonary embolism. (Tamoxifen users are at increased risk for pulmonary embolism.) * AC - one of the five most common types of chemo given to women with BC. Iit's probably the MOST common drug combination given…
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Expanders out, implant in - Hands and joints very painful
Just had surgery on Friday the 2nd. Thought this would be easier. I am so sore under my arms I can bearly move them. Anyone else have this problem after expander removal and implants inserted.