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TRiple negative breast cancer
My mom 69 years old had mastectomy on 17-11-12 and the report indicatestriple TNBC grade-2 on right breast, with out involvement of lymph nodes.(T1N0M0).Around 36 lymph nodes removed with aux. node. The tumor size is 1.8cm max.The drain tubes are still on draining around 2oml/day after 4 weeks. most probably the tubes…
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Newly diagnosed
Hi everyone. I have been newly diagnosed with breast cancer and the emotional rollercoaster has been aweful! Thankfully it seems to me only in one area in my right breast. I am meeting with my PC this Wednesday to discuss my options for removal. I am so confused as to what to do. I have been reasearching both lumpectomy…
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A lovely package on my doorstep~
~~Thank you to Gabe and Abby's Mom~~ Linda, you are so thoughtful!! A beautiful handblown glass "handbag" ornament (in gold & black), plus a silver heart ornament with charms~~ to dangle from my tree! I will think of you everytime i look at them, and will send prayers to you and your family~ I know I have shared the love…
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One more day for results
And yes I am a bundle of nerves.The waiting as you know is awful.Been almost 3 weeks.I Pray the dr. Is right this time and no Cancer.They told me that before and it was Breast Cancer.I need to be well for my daughter.She is 34yrs. Old and is Sick.She has an incurable Illness that caucus a lot of pain.I am her only…
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Ornament exchange.Thank You so much Cindy
I adore the ornament and goodys you sent me.I couldn't wait to hang it on my tree with the last 3 yrs. Of ornaments I have received.I am very sorry I am just now getting back with you.I have been sick and when I would try to get into this sight it wouldn't let me.I so appriatte everything.Opening the box was like Christmas…
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I need my wonderful pink lady's on this sight
Hi everyone.I will get results of my test I had done Tues.They found a lump ??.Never heard it called that.It is on my Esophicos .My colon he said was ok other then diverticktulitis .Don't you love it when your still sleepy after waking up from test.And you don't know if you heard or understood things right.He said he dint…
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Update On Me..Dakota
Hi everyone, I know in my last post I was wondering about margins and such, well I got my answer from my local Breast Surgeon. He told me that because of an extensive breast reduction and where the tissue sample was taken from, it didn't leave him a great deal of room to do the surgery and they weren't sure if the BC was…
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Newly diagnosed IDC, 62 years old and terrified
Hi I am in just total despair and disbelief. I found a lump in my left breast, had it checked out, and found out its Ductal Cancer, HER2+ as well as ES+ and PR+. The treatment plan is sentinel node dye injection, next Sunday, then 12/3 lumpectomy, followed by chemo, radiation , and a year of herceptin and five years of…
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Some stuff I wonder about
So Ive been reading and posting a bit to this board for about a week now, trying to adjust to my new life of a cancer person. Ughh, still seems so sad and unreal for me. I am gearing up for my first hellish weekend, Friday Pre Op stuff, blood, EKG, whatever else, then Sunday, the dreaded Sentinel Node Dye injection, then…
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Beautiful flowers from wonderful friends
That's what I received today! Such a day brightener when it was truly needed. Thank you! Sue
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Bilateral or unilateral mastectomy
Hi! I am a 40 year old recently diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma of the left breast. I have no family history of bc but my tumor was 2.2 cm already. Unsure of any lymph node involvement as I have opted for a mastectomy so I don't know exactly what stage I am. I really would like a bilateral mastectomy with…
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Help with hair pain?
I cut my hair down to about 1/8 of an inch and am finding that as it falls out it is rather painful. Does anyone have any suggestions to relieve this pain. It feels good standing under the shower spray but I can't do that all day. Rubbing it gently with a soft cloth helps a bit too. Any ideas out there?
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Need Advice -Chemo Yes or No Please read and Help.
Hello All, Our mother who is 66 year old was recently diagnosed with stage 2 invasive breast cancer and quickly had a mastectomy (one breast) a couple of weeks ago, luckily it did not spread to the lymph nodes one was taken out and tested. After visiting 2 oncologists post surgery, both recommended Chemotherapy. First…
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update lung function
Seen the Dr today for my results of lung function. He says I have 60% function. I was so hoping for better results. But he said it can still improving. I will be on Pred, for the next three months and come of it slow and see were my lungs are at that time. I feel like they improve each week. Two weeks ago I could not walk…
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Day four
Day four did not start out well for me at all. I woke about 3:00 am with constipation again ( I took 2 senekots before I went to bed) I was nauseaus, and my hands felt like balloons. I had been drinking a lot of water yesterday but hadn't had any water since I went to sleep. Around 6:00 am I finally took the meds the…
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Today is brenda247's Birthday!
Happy Birthday! Hope your day was filled with everyone and everything you love best! Best Wishes for a healthy, happy year! much love, Jenny -sorry so late posting - I haven't been able to get on this site for several days.
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Hi! New here to this site..
Good morning! Just found this site after searching for awhile..seems so simple ACS! don't know why I didn't think of it in the first place! :) I was diagnosed in June, 2 weeks before the closing of our house..we had planned to move to FL, so everything is packed, except our summer clothes (I live in CT)..needless to say,…
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Ca 27.29 marker is lower too! :-)
More happy news. My Ca 27.29 is within normal limits (35). Yay!!! Thank you all for your happy thoughts and prayers. I know that they are helping. Just had to share.
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Still on Cloud 9
I am still new on cloud 9. I have Happy Feet! It truly is amazing to feel normal again. NED is my best friend. I don't even want to think about the beast anymore. I never wanted to think about it no less live it. Now that my life is turning around, I seem to move farther away from anything connected to cancer. I hate that…
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Got My Ornament from Jujubeez
Dear Julie (Jujubeez), Thank you very much for the adorable "a tree, a prayer Trellis Ornament" by Willow Tree. It's a girl with wings standing on a platform with a trellis surrounding her. Her body has a stem down the middle with branches and leaves extending from the stem. This pattern begins from the chest to her…
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1 week post first chemo
Its been a week and I feel good! I think I psyched myself up last night because today is our 27th wedding anniversary and I told myself I better feel good. Woke up early to go to church, had a brunch with family and just enjoyed the day. I hope that this recovery period will be uneventful so I will be so ready for the next…
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Taking Tamoxifen Longer May Better Protect Against BC Recurrence
This is exciting and hopeful news for so many of you that are on tamoxifen. It says that by taking tamoxifen longer, it may better protect against a breast cancer recurrence. I am posting the link to CBS news below: Taking Tamoxifen Longer May Protect Against A Recurrence
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Vitamin D Tied to Breast Cancer Outcome-Study
My sister sent me this article today. My vitamin D level was low and is now being managed by an endocrinologist. Thought this was very interesting. "Vitamin D Tied to Breast Cancer Outcome SAN ANTONIO – Vitamin D levels may be part of the reason some women saw a benefit from adding a bone drug to standard breast cancer…
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What is/was your follow-up plan the first year after treatment? And the 2nd year?
I was diagnosed right after Christmas last year with Triple Negative IDC. Chemo starated in Jan, lumpectomy, and radiation ended the end of Aug. The plan for me is to have a mammogram on both sides once a year and on the lumpectomy side twice a year. A couple of days after the mammograms I see the surgeon and he does a…
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Processing the last 6 months
Had my 6 months post-lumpectomy mammo last month and saw my surgeon. All is well and clear. Saw my med onc yesterday and she said everything looked good from her perspective. She gave me a script for Effexor, to go with the Tamoxifen I've been on for about 3 months now. She says it should help with the ridiculous hot…
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Sentinel lymph node biopsy
I have surgery next week and will have the dye injected. I have heard it is very painful. What can you tell me about this procedure?
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Starting taxol....any tips
Hello everybody, Just finished 4 cycles of A/C . Starting taxol next week for the next 12 weeks. Was NOT fun. Any tips, what should I expect..... Thanks in advance. Mupix
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Update Texasgir10
Sorry it has been so long since I updated. My Mom fell about 3 weeks ago and broke her hip. I have spent a lot of time at the hospital and now running back and forth to rehab now. She is handling therapy terrific for a soon to be 82 yr old!! She was still very active and is doing really well. Dawne is hanging in there, she…
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My Angels Arrived......
Thank you Debi.18 for my ornaments- Peace, Love & Joy. Along with the goodies. The expressions are truly what the holiday season is all about. Constance
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Why should my hair be such an issue
I apologize once more for being negative. After all so much good has happened to me that I really feel I have no right to complain. That being said, Eleanor in another thread brought up the issue of losing hair. I know this has been discussed too many times to mention but here's my take. Why am I so upset about losing…