Breast Cancer
Discussion List
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Best Wishes to all my lovely Pink Sisters ....
...for a Happy, HEALTHY New Year! love to all of you, Jenny
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Started Tamoxifen
Just wondering how soon before Tamoxifen starts working. Began taking it on 27th December.
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Starting taxol just had last AC tx. Is there much difference in side effects
Will be starting Taxol, just finished AC. sideffects much different?
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New: Educated, but lost in reconstruction options (for 50+ year-old survivors)
I am a confused newbie who has recently been diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma - Clinical Stage 1; ER/PR Positive - in both breasts. When I was first diagnosed (original diagnosis was only cancer in one breast), there was talk about shrinking the tumor using hormone therapy meds prior to surgery. During the testing…
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nosebleeds
I finished my 12th Taxel treatment and happy with myself, "I actually made it. But this past weekend, i have experienced spontaneous nosebleeds and I am so bummed out. I fear not beng able to work because of it. I understood the other side effects but never anticipated this one. I appreciate any comments. Thanks!
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Right, but what should I do on the left?
I have two tumors in my right breast. i will have a Masectomy on that side. I'm eager to hear what you think I should do on the left side. I do have a liaison on the left, but it's not malignant. i have genitics counceling tomorrow. What would you do? Or what did you do, and how do you feel about that decision now?
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3 month follow up
Good evening. I went for my first three month follow up after finishing treatment. I was very disappointed. He asked how I was feeling I said fine he did see you in three months.i am pleased I feel good. I just expected more from the follow up. Is this how they all are ? Thanks and happy holidays Kelly
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Alternative treatments
I was recently diagnosed with Stage 1 and stage 0 invasive and non-invasive hormone receptor positive BC. They are in the process of testing for Oncotype Dx and have suggested starting Arimidex. I am inclined not to start the anti-hormonal therapy because of the side effects. I am also very receptive to alternative…
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almost done with my treatments
I do not post here often but do read alot of the posts and find them helpful. On new years eve I have my final radiation treatment. This will be the end of my treatment for my breast cancer. I had 5 months of chemotherapy, a lumpectomy and bilateral breast reduction and finally the radiation. It seems sort of symbolic…
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Merry Christmas...
Wishing Everyone A Merry Christmas and A Healthy New Year...
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Next week will be 8 yrs
8 years next week since I was told over the phone "THis is not good, but not bad.. you have DCIS" no mention of cancer! I went to the computer and put in DCIS and cancer popped up. TOTALLY unexpected! from there-I had biopsies etc., then surgery (lumpectomy) followed by radaion and Tamoxifen (5 yrs) About 4 yrs into the…
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I love the ornament exchange
I love the ornament exchange! A box arrived today from jennytwist. Thank you Jenny for the beautiful "Li Bien" ornament And the candy. I love everything. Hope you have a very merry Christmas. Will be putting t on my tree tomorrow. Thanks again, this is a wonderful group !
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First Chemotherapy tomorrow
Hello everyone, I haven't checked in for a little bit. I've had so many appointments that it seems like I haven't had much time to just sit down. Tomorrow is my very first chemo treatment and I have no idea what to expect. If anyone has any advice or can let me know what to expect I would appreciate it so much. I hope you…
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My Ornament arrived
Thank you, Vickie Sam for the beautiful Peace ornament. It arrived on the perfect day because I am still in the process of decorating the tree ( I know I've been a bit of a procrastinator this year).My the Lord bless you and your family this Christmas. Love Surf
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Southern Wisconsin & Northern IL women
Hi, My name is Pam. I'm looking to start a support group of breast cancer survivors, in treatment or anything in between women in the Kenosha area. I'd like to meet up about once a month for support & friendship. The group can be structured any way since it isn't formed yet. Everyone can have a say so we can all get what…
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I am pissed off!
I have had 2 chemo treatments and my 'boy'friend who said he would be here for me through this crap bailed on me for both treatments. There was a million lame **** excuses why he couldn't be there. The first one I was REALLY scared and really needed him. It hurt so bad that he did that to me, but I shrugged it off and…
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~a package on my doorstep~
My Christmas Ornament arrived~ thank you to Rutzetta~ for the beautiful Angel "wish" star ornament that lights up! And for my yummy cocoa mix in a mug! I will enjoy sipping and wishing this holiday season~ ~Merry Christmas Pink sisters ~Melanie
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Cramping
Hi everyone. Been on and off site for five years. Bilateral Infiltrating Lobular. Since surgery around five years ago now, getting cramping in the ribs. Can happen any time sitting, lying or standing. Very uncomfortable and wondering about bone mets has any one any thoughts or could tell me if they felt any signs of having…
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Thank you Victoria
The postman left your package in between my screen door and my front door instead of putting it in my mailbox, and since the Christmas tree partially blocks that door we haven't been using it. I happened to open that door this morning and there was your package! Thank you so much for the precious Guardian Angel pin and the…
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INFILATRATING DUCTABLE CANCER
My mother is been detected with INFILATRATING DUCTABLE CANCER grade 2. i'm not clear about which stage it falls under and which surgery is preferable for this kind of cancer. she has a lump of 3cms which was initially detected after second look and mamography one more lump of 9mm is been seen near the earlier lump. she…
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complete response!
I haven't posted in a while but thought I'd give an update. I had a unilateral modified radical mastectomy two weeks ago and recovery is going well. The path report came back last week, and there was no remaining cancer. A complete response! I still have to do radiation as a preventative measure, but I'm cured!
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3 word Christmas story
Christmas eve is
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Puffing2014
THAnk you for the beautiful handmade ornament. This one has found a home for good. You are.So sweet to do this for me. With hugs and prayers, Carol
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I met one real live Angel today!
We had a major snow storm. I went to LDS Hospital for my scans and MRI. My appt. Was at 915a. Got there at 1049a. Called told them I was stuck...... My ex took me. The hospital is up a steep hill. It has always been plowed. This morning, was the worst no plow. Knew the storm was to be big, why didn't have roads plowed at…
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Support and beautiful ornaments, Thank you Jennytwist
Thank you for the support and beautiful Angel ornament and the hand painted wings, both are beautiful, but mostly, thank you for the beautiful words of support. You are amazing for all you do for everyone here on this site. Hugs and a Merry Christmas, Love Carol
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What to expect with Ibrance
Hi, My mom got her Faslodex shot on Thursday. She is starting Ibrance tomorrow. After reading the side effects of Ibrance, it sounds similar, in side effects to chemotherapy (my husband was on chemo for colon cancer for 5 years). Can anyone share with me anything about life on Ibrance? Thank you. Aloha, Kathleen
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Women Who Were Diagnosed With DCIS Currently & 5 to 10 Years Ago (Your Experience & Decisions)
Hello All, I just happened to come across this board as I was researching my options in reference to if I should go the Bi-Lateral Mastectomy route or do the Radiation Therapy. I am currently waiting on my BRAC test results and scheduled for a radiation consult to address my question and concerns this Friday. Just a little…
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? about expansion and recovery from surgery
HI Ladies, I just came back from my reconstruction surgeon. He wanted to do my first expansion today, but no go . It has been 19 days since my double masectomy. I got my drains out last week. My left side healed very good, and where the drain was it scabbed over real fast. My right side has issues, and i am still having…
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TraciInLA Thank You
Every year when we sign up for the Ornament exchange and we anticpate the joy of receiving it. Well mine came yesterday! Not only was I thrilled but then to know it came from one of the coolest ladies on this board. I've had the pleasure of having lunch with her at our So-Cal reunion. I thank you for having an Ornament…
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Wig resource Cheap and Free
I didn't have to go through chemo after my BM so I don't know what you lovely ladies have had to endure with the hair loss and everything else that comes with that nasty chemo. I met another breast cancer survivor when I went for my bra fitings and we are now buds.. She however went through 8 rounds of chemo and lost all…