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Up and down day -- Update
It has been 3 years today since I heard the words "you have cancer". I am happy that I have been dancing with NED since I finished treatment. I was doing fine today until I got a phone call from a close friend. He told me that they suspect he may have prostrate cancer. He is going for a biopsy on the 9th and asked if I…
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~~ A Funny HA HA Picture ~~
I just had to post this! It was too funny! Poor kitties!
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Update - Do I dare ask?
So, went to my oncologist for my 6 month visit and was told I am woefully anemic...again. He said that he is virtually certain that I am bleeding internally and is sending me for an endoscopy and colonoscopy this Friday. I know if there is anything it will likely be a polyp or an ulcer both of which are very treatable. Of…
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Herceptin (Trastuzumab) for Breast Cancer Linked to CNS Metastases
During the past decade it has been frequently observed that patients with breast cancer treated with a taxane-containing chemotherapy regimen, either in the adjuvant setting or in the metastatic setting, presenting central nervous system (CNS) involvement as the only evidence of disease progression. More studies were…
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Off topic....but you guys have such strong powers....
My beau of 22 years is not doing well. He was dx'ed in 1980 with heart problems that, over the years, have come and gone...always knew a day was coming when there would be a big event.... While we were on the cruise the end of February, he slowed down, barely making the tour of Jerusalem. He was short of breath, and his…
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told me two years to live
I haven't been in for a while trying to sort things out. I had posted about having about four surgery's after August 2012 till November the fifth 2013. After taking the drains out at the end of Nov. I was drained about every week until I started my radiation treatments. I had my mastectomy the fifth of Nov. 2012 then…
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Lighting candles tonight
I will be lightiing candles tonight and hope others do also. The first one will be for those who were directly harmed by the terrorist attack in Boston yesterday. Those who were physically injured, their families and loved ones and those who will forever be scared emotionly/mentally by the trama that they lived through…
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A little good news for today
I had my annual mammogram this morning, my 5th mammogram since completing treatment 3 1/2 years ago: "All clear, see you next year!" So now I'm sitting here with my celebratory iced blended mocha the size of my head, and finally breathing for the first time today this week. Traci
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Wow.........I can breathe again!
I've never had asthma so I didn't know what it was like not being able to breathe normally. I now feel so sorry for anyone with asthma. At least I was able to get my breath back. I had my thoracentecis yesterday and it was much more involved than what I had expected. After researching on the "net" I thought I would go to…
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squamous cell breast cancer
anyone know anyone who has had and survived this cancer. My friend just starting radiation after sternum was removed and reconstructed and mastectomy during the same surgery. Looking for anyone who knows someone that she can talk with. This is so rare her Dr's have never seen it.
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A Prayer For Boston
Lord, I pray for those affected by the explosions in Boston. Please wrap your arms around these families, and, give them strength as they work through this tragedy. Amen p.s. I will also be lighting a candle for Boston.
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Oncology appointment tomorrow
I have a feeling that this is about herceptin (since Muga just came back normal). My appointment is at 1:30. I'll keep you all posted!
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Other Physicians Than Oncologists
I was wondering what others' doctor's lists are like, as far as who they regularly see for general health. I have been to my ENT doctor for my annual thyroid check (either sonagram or needle aspiration biopsy) and my GP (because they supply my bp pills as well as thyroid meds.) I have not yet returned to the OB-GYN people…
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a bit off topic-just different cancer
I heard a friend of mine (dont' see often) from Kindergarten has had diff kind of cancer for some time-yesterday it effected her heart and she is now on life support. PLEASE send good thoughts her way... Denise
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Drug Interactions
http://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/tamoxifen-index.html?filter=2&generic_only= I was prescribed Cymbalta by my endocrinologist today. He tried to cover up that this is for depression by saying it is for peripheral neuropathy. He already said that I looked depressed and wanted to help. However, he did warn that this…
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Question for you Ladies
There is a woman at my work who was recently diagnosed with BC. I do not know her, as I work in a very large federal office building. I know she was recently diagnosed because an all hands e-mail was sent asking for personal leave to be donated to her while she goes through her treatment. I feel like I should go up and…
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Still Dancing with NED *^*
I was lead into the exam room followed by 3 doctors and a student. Talk about frightening! But NED is still doing the cha cha with me. NO METS, no arthritis ... only a fractured rib where most of my pain is. I've no clue how I fractured a rib. She asked me if I was hit or was in a car accident. I said "I know my memory is…
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Pink Bus Wed-anyone coming along
Going to cancer ctr for my "FIVE" year- appt... I took half a day off-maybe we can stop for breakfast on the way. Denise
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3 word story
Spring is here
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Home After Liver Biopsy
Everything went off without a hitch this morning. A big shout out to Irene who, like an angel, described the procedure in detail and put my mind to rest. The interventional radiologist took 3 separate biopsy specimens, but it didn't hurt at all! That versed and fentanyl--enough said. I went in at 6:30 and arrived home…
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Test results back.
Hi everyone.Thanks for all the Prayers.Biopsies came back no Cancer thank God.The mass is rather large.I have had to stay on this dr. To find this.Three Colonoscopys since Jan. This year at my urging that something is wrong.He said to come back in two years unless I have pain and I said but I am still having pain.He says…
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Today-NOT sure if I asked for PINK Bus ahead
I think I did...so for any that rode along this am to Dyson Cancer Center for my FIVE year (i go annualy but this marks five yrs) appt with radiation center. ALL IS GOOD happy to say..even after slight scare at the end of Nov with surgery-which i have posted was ONLY scar tissue... Denise
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CypressCynthia?
Haven't see a post from you in a while, how are you doing? Concerned, Doris
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Anyone on Arimidex for more than 5 years?
I've been on this drug for 4 years. My oncologist said she may recommend I stay on longer because recent info shows that it can continue to prevent recurrence in early stage cancer. Anyone else told this? Roseann
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NED, PTSD, and Vit E
Dear Pinks: Whoopeedoo! 3D mammogram negative, tumor marker normal, blood test, liver function, etc. all normal, except blood sugar is a little high, must stop eating all those cookies, ice cream and breads! The oncologist was quite pleased with me, it is now 3 years past the last chemo for Stage IIB, Grade 3, HER+ IDC.…
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Prayers needed today please
Hi everyone.I so need my Pink sisters Prayers today.I find out today if I have Colon Cancer and what they want to do for the large mass they found.I am very scared and worried.I have waited over two weeks for results.Been 4yrs. In July since Breast Cancer.I know like always I can count on you guys.Thanks so much.I Love you…
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Texasgirl 10 fighting strong!
Dawne is having some stomach issues with the Xeloda, but so far it has not been to bad for her. She is also very tired with it. It has been one week today since she started it. I have not talked to her as much this past week. Her beautiful daughter and newest adorable granddaughter have been in from out of state visiting!!…
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Chemo versus Hormonal therapies
The other day I went to lunch with some old friends from my old summer job. We always met for lunch in the spring and I was happy that they continue to include me. The only difference between last year and this year, is that I have no hair this year and wore my best turban with the fringe of bang. I sense a different…
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I have an odd Question
I was wondering if anyone has had problems with their face breaking out.. As a side effect to cancer. I am being treated for rosacea but the dermatologist wasn't sure that, that was what the rash was...I use the Metro Gel as ordered but it's not helping much.. I haven't had any cancer treatments yet so that can't be the…
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my journey continues
please tell me where oh where has my sleep has gone. i feel a zombie docs are no help i even had a sleep study nothing showed. every oc has now told me to live with it good one beforedx i was sleeping fine. they dont ant me to use melaton touchy liver now ft with this ai se which is no fun.