Breast Cancer
Discussion List
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6 year anniversary
Hey Guys! I havent been on here in a long time. Just needed to tell someone that it has been 6 years today when I had my last chemo treatment. FINALLY the oncologist said I can start coming in every year now instead of every six months. I'm still on Arimedix and have a lot of side effects but I'm still here. Hope everyone…
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Back and ovary pain
I'm trying not to freak out but my back pain has been constant since July. Has bone scan in august it was okay. had a ct scan of lower back and it supposedly shows slightly herniated disc. But I don't completely buy that. Then was referred to rheumatologist due to all my myalgias and back pain. Really no answers on the…
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Prayers please!!!
Hello everyone! I've been cancer free for about 2 years now and am doing fine. However, I would like to request a prayers for my best friend who was just diagnosed with breast cancer and is positive in at least one Gland. She has her first Oncology visit today and will have to have a PET scan to see if it has spread. She…
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WBC: How low is too low?
I know what the normal range is, but how low does your WBC need to be before they defer your treatment? I'm supposed to get my last chemo this coming Wednesday, but my WBC has dropped each time. Last time it was barely within the normal range. I do get neulasta every time. I'm worried this time it will be too low. I want…
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Sad news
This past Thursday, October 22, we lost another friend, our dear sister, Miss Renee. She fought long and hard! a seven year battle. Her husband, Kevin, son Bob and friend Linda were with her. With classical music playing, candles burning and pictures playing of their trip to Paris, she left us.
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Avastin chemo Drug -- Has anyone here taken it?
Hi everyone! So my friend is now facing brain mets. She received full brain radiation and it did not work as well as they wished it did. They are now offering the chemo drug called Avastin, which is usually used for brain cancer but they have seen good results with it for breast cancer brain mets. Has anyone here taken…
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Belated Birthday shout out to Teresa 41 - October 23rd *
Birthday greetings to you, Teresa 41 .. a day late, sorry. Hoping all your dreams come true - Enjoy, celebrate life. Vicki Sam
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3 word Thanksgiving Story
Next month will
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Clinical Trials - Fasting Mimicking diet for Cancer Patients
There is promising work in early stages of clinical trials which uses various forms of short term fasting (or fasting mimicking diet) to strengthen the bodies normal cellular response while tamping down the cellular signals which can speed cancer growth. One researcher working in this area is Valter Longo. Here is a link…
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Hair growth
can anyone tell me what a good vitamin is to take to help grow my hair back... ?
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Hormone Therapy - 10 years?
I really thought I'd made up my mind that I would quit at 5 years in spite of the "latest research". I visited the oncologist today and said, I'll be at 5 years in February, I have enough pills on this prescription to last me through December, how about if I quit end of December? I was given the speech for 10 years and…
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New here
My mom found a lump last month and was diagnosed with breast cancer this month. She is her2 positive and estrogen/progesterone negative. She is doing 6 rounds of chemo and then her doctor will determine what to do next regarding surgery and radiation. Her lump is over 5cm (if I remember correctly, but that just sounds…
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Nice Surprise from my Oncologist today.
I went for my 6 month check up today and was told that I do not have to come back for a year. Imagine that, a whole year. Yea. for me. I also went to the CTU and gave away 37 chemo caps. Yep, I am still doing that. Hugs to all, Donna
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The American Cancer Society Changes Guidelines
https://www.yahoo.com/health/in-shift-cancer-experts-suggest-fewer-mammograms-152825571.html I totally disagree with the ACS recommending women start getting mammograms at age 45 instead of age 40. There are how many women on this site and breastcancer.org that got cancer diagnosed between 40-45 years of age???? Also, 55…
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I am back (NOT that anyone noticed I was gone) lol
I was off the grid for over a week, while at the Mouse House aka Walt Disney World. (4 friends from different states-all meet for great trip) I now am reading to catch up on everyone's posts! Denise
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May have brain mets
The last of August kept thinking I was going to get a headache or my neck would feel stiff. September the headaches came and they seemed like the were behind my left eye. Three weeks ago the pain was so severe behind my left eye that Ihad nausea and kept feeling like my head was bobbing. Went to the Dr. who sent me to an…
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Cutting edge diet research for cancer patients
In this recent short video Dr. Valter Longo (cancer and aging researcher), discusses some of his work regarding short term diets for cancer patients which are in clinical trials now, and what the resarch and population observations suggest is the best macronutrient mix for long term aging and cancer prevention.…
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How do they determine if it's a brand new cancer or a recurrence?
Can anyone explain this to me? Thank you
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October 16th - Happy Birthday to Coral2015
Adriana - happy birthday wishes to you! Enjoy this special day...celebrate all the love, and joy in your life. Vicki Sam
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Problem with Radiation Help
I'm beginning to get burnt with rads, and, I'm using what my radiation oncologist explained to use. What has other people useful for the burn up? Thanks! [Content removed by CSN Support Team]
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Christmas ornament
Hi everyone.Havent been on for awhile.I am a six year surviver.Dont know to many on the boards anymore.Are we having a ornament exchange this year?I always look forward to it.Thank everyone.
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What to pack for first day chemo
I start chemo in the morning. What should I eat before I go? It should take 6 to 8 hours. I know to pack water. I am diabetic and need to know what foods or possible things that might help me.
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scans
Hello everyone... I havent been on for awhile. I do appreciate everyones responses when I do have concerns. With all my appointments and runninig my children around to their activities I am so exhausted. I know I have asked this question before but was wanting advice again on scanning. I know my onc says the guidelines now…
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Happy Birthday MollyZ - !!! October 13th
Hap Hap Happy Birthday to you Molly Z.. Enjoy your very special day -- Enjoy and celebrate! Vicki Sam
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Thermography
Several months ago I ran across a Certified Thermography Technician and she explained the benefits of this type of screening for detecting breast cancer as opposed to Mamography which isn't always accurate. I don't know if the health insurance companies have picked it up yet, but I'm going to find out. As I recall, it was…
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October 12th - Happy Birthday wishes to Puffin2014
Puffin .. Happy Birthday greetings and well wishes to you ! Enjoy your very special day - enjoy all the love, happiness, this special day has to offer. Strength, Courage and HOPE for a cure. Vicki Sam
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Need advice about bilateral masectomy reconstruction survivors
I had a bilateral masectomy last December. I am still sore around the area that the lump was removed. I have been told it could take awhile for this to go away. I am also struggling with the reconstruction .I had the expanders removed last April. I had surgery I September that the silicone bag had to be removed to build…
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Happy Birthday Hearherbelle - October 10th
Birthday shout out to Heathbelle - !!! Hoping all is good with you.. Please check in with us when possible. Vicki Sam
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When does the diarrhea go away!!???
Hi it's me again. I am done with chemo. 6 rounds. For some reason this last one has been very tough on my intestines. It is day 9-10 and still have very bad episodes of diarrhea!!! Been taking Imodium, been drinking plenty of fluids. Just seems like this last one hhas been longer to recover. has happened to anyone else ?
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double mastectomy Oct 26
Just posting an update. I saw the surgeon yesterday. Surgery has been slated for October 26th for double mast. I'm triple positive. Initial mri had mass size at 3.2 x 3.1 cm. With three rounds of taxotere, herceptin, and perjeta chemo, it's down to 7mm x 1.7 cm. I'm very scared of the surgery and what the sentinel node…