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Bras for post reconstruction on one side only
Need a bra that will support the breast that did not have cancer (also did not have a breast lift) and not hurt the reconstructed side. I look really lopsided without a bra but my bras really are uncomfortable. They are underwire. I tried the "tlc" catalog but they did not have the comfortable bra in my size (32C). They…
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getting ready for onco appt.
Havent seen him for 4 weeks. Am going to see f they can do radiation on my right femur/hip less painful. I was told 3 years ago that I couldnt have more rads to pelvic/hip and spine, but this is a little lower than my hip. When I put weight on my right side it sends pain straight up from my knee to my hip! Just hoping for…
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I've been reflecting and thinking a lot sorry its long!
I've been thinking and reflecting a lot maybe this will help me just telling it here. It has been over 4 years since diagnosed the first time over three years since the second time. It has been 2 1/2 years since my fiancé died in a fishing accident he drowned I think of him daily i also have dreams a few times a week of…
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Rash
Just curious if any of you have had the following or something similar. I am now five weeks post rads. Yesterday, I noticed some little red bumps in a cluster on my radiated breast near the incision line and close to where the boost was given. They don't itch, just red raised bumps. Then today I noticed that these red…
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Are you dense and did you find your BC yourself?
I am just trying to get an idea of how many of us are out there who have dense breasts, were still required to have a mammo and ultrasound even though it never diagnosed anything! We really need to do something about this.
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to wait or not to wait
Hi everyone , First of all my prays go out to everyone. I am 32yrs old found a pea sized lump 4 months ago, finally had time to get it checked it didnt go away and grew rapidly, had ultrasound, doctor (gyn) says its a solid mass oval shaped and has characteristics of being benign, told me to wait 6 months to re check, now…
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◄ ☼ Watching Big Brother? ☼ ►
You aren't seeing things. I am really asking who is watching "Big Brother". lol Tonight was the first one and it was cool to see all of the new people in the house again. Lots of players! Can you believe that Rachel's sister is in there? She does look, act and talk just like her. I would like to tell Julie Chen that she…
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The Radiation Room
It seems there are several others that are going through radiation treatments now, besides me, and I thought we might like to post how we are doing, tips or hints or just anything. I hope everyone will post on here if they have advice or tips for radiation. So many of you gave me such useful information. I am hating…
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Ever feel dizzy?
I did this weekend. I thought maybe I got up too fast or something and that is why it happened. So, I am figuring it is nothing. I didn't say anything to my hubby. I just sat back down, so, he didn't notice. It did go away then. I thought I'd see if it's happened to anyone else here. Angie
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How Do You Keep Track of Things to Remember to Tell Your Doctor(s)?
Now that I am on the three-month cycle for the oncologist (and am gradually dropping off the other involved doctors), I have decided that I need to make use of those pocket-sized calendars to keep track of when things out of the norm occur so that I can see if it occurs again/how often it occurs. I can also jot down…
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I'm still here:)
Sorry to have been away for so long. I had complications from the VATS and have been in and out of the hospital. Just want you all to know I'm doing better, and have been thinking about and praying for you all. Hugs Patti
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Update on oncologist visit..
I am so happy. I am still dancing with NED. Thank you all for riding with me on the pink bus. Update on Jenny: She is doing well and has not given us anymore scares. Her surgery is sept 16th. Hugs, Mommaellen
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Panic Attacks
Hi ladies, My reconstruction surgery has been scheduled for August 8th. My doctor is taking the tissue expanders out, and putting the implants in. The expanders were not fun at all, but at least that part is over soon. I haven't had a panic attack in a long time. However, yesterday, after reading over the risks of leakage…
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Sad tonight
I am feeling very sad tonight. I lost another friend to the monster that is cancer. She fought hard for 2 years but lost her battle. I hate cancer!!! Hugs to all, Georgia
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Gotta have Chemo
Ok ladies, I found out today I will need Chemo, so does anyone have little tricks or anything that Drs won't say that helped you get through this? De
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Happy Birthday to Ms. Gebby (Mary) .. August 16th
Mary, Happy Birthday wishes for you dear Sister. I hope you have the most wonderful Birthday! Vicki Sam
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~*^ What's Your Favorite Pizza? ^*~
I am not 100% sure, but, I think everyone loves pizza. I know I do. ( too much lol ) So, what is your favorite pizza? Toppings? Crust? Brand?
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I Finished My Radiation
I am so glad to have passed another milestone in my treatments. The Radiation was over last Tuesday and now I just go in for an Herceptin infusion every 3 weeks. The fatigue is finally starting to go away and I actually stayed on my feet almost the whole day today. Thank you L:ord, it can only get better from here.
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Hoot Owl/Debbie...How are you doing with your radiation treatments?
I haven't heard from you and are wondering how radiation is going for you. Check in please. Candi
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Snowkitty ( Cindy ), How Are You Doing?
Cindy, you haven't posted anything for quite some time. How are you? Update us when you see this please. Hugs, Angie
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Last Red Devil on Mon.
My 4th and last red devil is on Monday and I will be so glad! I have not had a lot of SE and what I have had were not terrible. Thank God! The 3rd was the worst and within a week I was wiped out physically, but, feel much better now. The dr. is going to wait 3-4 weeks to give me a short break before we start the 12 weekly…
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12 year cancer anniversary for my mom
Meant to post this Saturday but the site just wouldn't load. July 13th my Mom hit the 12 year mark from when she had her mastectomy. She actually had 2 different cancers! She is now 80 years old and going strong. When I went thru my bout with BC she was my model of how you get thru it with grace and dignity.
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Udate on Doctor's Appointment.
I saw my Oncoloyist Tuesday and I was informed that my cancer is still local. This is very good news for me because I was told that the chances of the cancer returning in the very same location is 1out of 9. He also stated that I do not have to have chemo only radiation for about 6 weeks. I am getting a second opinion…
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Prayers needed now for Dawne please
I am asking for prayers for Dawne sweet sisters. She has been at the hospital since about 11:30 our time. She has a deep blood clot in her jugular vein. It is a very dangerous situation. She is scared and worried. She is still in the ER Dept but as soon as they get her to a room I am going to go to the hospital. Please…
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OT: Chicago Komen 3-day walk, 8/9-11
I will be in Chicago for the Komen 3-day walk in two weeks. They have released the route to us. The camp will be open for visitors on Saturday 8/10 from 4:30-8:30, if anyone wants to stop by and meet in person! Hint, hint.. wink, wink. Please send me a message, and I will give you the information. The parking for Saturday…
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My Pink Sisters, Can I get the pink bus for Tuesday Morning?
I have an oncologist appt and I would love to have my pink sisters ride along with me. Thanks and Hugs, Mommaellen
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Is This YOU? LOL
Sadly, I think this is me....lol Sue :)
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~~ ☼ What Is Your Least Favorite Cleaning Chore? Share With Us? ☼ ~~
This post is not only for the pink sisters, but, for our pink brothers as well. I know we all have something that we hate to do inre to cleaning, so, what is it? You can have more than one if you want. I know I do. LOL ♥ Susie
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Update on my Reconstruction
Hello all! Today I had my post op appointment. The surgeon said that this situation has never happened before. He said that the tissue expanders that I had in ended up pushing my rib cage in even further. As a result, the concave deepened. He wants me to wait three months to see how much the ribs have rebounded - and to be…
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Turned Another Corner
Hi, big thanks to you that reponded to my last posting about the intense pain while healing up from the thoractomy and taking out 15% of my left lung. I slept in bed for the first time. I slept for about 3 hours without waking up which felt wonderful. It was bad, however, because I can't get out of bed by myself so I had…