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Today is BJMom1's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR BARBARA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you all the best on your special day & throughout the year! ♥ Cat
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Endometrial cells in cervix??? Update
Just had my pap test a little over a week ago and received a call today saying that my pap was negative but they had found endometrial cells. Since I have been on tamoxifen for 4 months and I know that it can cause uterine cancer I have to have an ultrasound and possible biopsy to figure out what is going on. The only good…
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Dizzy Blonde, tumor markers and that darn ol onc doc
Hope all are having a tolerable weekend. I have a quick confession and question. About 10 days ago, I fell. I "tipped over" as I used to tell my MIL before she died (alzheimers). Problem: I told hubby, ER personnel, and work folks that I tripped on the cord to the iron. Really, I just got a dizzy spell and didn't have…
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Blue Ribbon for a Pink Ribbon
Yup - I got a blue ribbon at the county fair that's going on now, for the tattted Pink Ribbon I entered (made from my own design/pattern). Was suprised as I really didn't think it was that good and primarily put it in because last year there had been no tatting entered and all the other pieces I still have had already been…
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Need some opinions re support for Stage IV patients
When I finished treatment, I decided I wanted to give back, so I've been volunteering as a peer navigator at my health care provider. http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/youseethefuture/cpeernav.html I believe in the philosophy of this program and have felt good about participating. I so well remember the feelings of being…
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Reflection
I sit here and reflect upon this time last year when I learned I had breast cancer. Hearing the word cancer .... what an awful, scary, horrible word to hear! I remember feeling this lump while in bed. Everyone in the house was asleep. Except for me. My daughter and son in law had just flown in from Israel to spend a few…
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OT - Lance Armstrong
I guess I must be the last one to know, but, did you read where Lance Armstrong was banned for life from cycling and stripped of his titles?
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periods
I stopped having my period after my first chemo in April, I had four infusions of taxotere and carboplatin which ended late June. I'm still waiting to see if my period comes back or not. Anyone have this happen to them? And if your period came back, how long did it take after chemo ends?
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"PINK" garbage cans
I have seen a few in my area....don't know which company or how to get it My trash removal company. Anyone else have them or seen them? Denise
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Hi Everyone.
First I want to thank Jean for helping me with updates. I just couldn't do it these past few weeks. And I am sorry that I haven't been posting as much as I use to. But I want you all to know that I think of all of you and pray for each of you every day. This site and the ladies on it have saved my life. I also want to…
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Is There Any Pink Sister Here That Does Or Knows Anything About Scrapbooking?
I have been thinking about it, key word-thinking lol, but, I have no idea where I would even start. What do I buy and is it an expensive hobby? I wish I had some girlfriends that do it, but, none of them do and know nothing, just like me. lol Any help you can give me would be great! Thanks! Angie
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This is not my idea of living.
Last Thursday I received my second infusion of Ixempra and started a second cycle of Xeloda. Over the weekend I developed an infection in my mouth (oral thrush) and yesterday I got a prescription called Nystatin to swish and swallow four times a day. Thankfully it doesn't taste too bad but when I swallow, it feels more…
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OT- I'm so excited!
I'm really excited tonight. I want to shout from the roof tops! I'M RETIRED! Today was offically my last day of work. Now I can enjoy my life. Hugs, Georgia
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Two lumpectomys, Four (triple doses) Treatments of AC and then four treatments of T???
Hello i'm Elaine, I was diagnosed on June 15th with Breast Cancer. Out of twelve Lymphnodes, nine were positive. Had two Lumpectomys,and then they done a full PET scan, which came back negitive. Last week i started my triple dose of A-C, which i will do four cycles of. Then i will do four cycles of Taxol. Then a…
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~Gas up the ol' pink bus please~
Tomorrow I go in for my annual mammogram on the right healthy side. I am half expecting the usual "we need a few closer images" (15 more times)....but secretly am hoping they get the results much smoother this time. No shadows, no areas of concern or changes. My prayer is always that God would reveal anything that needs to…
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Mixed Feelings
First ... I want to say thank you for the birthday wishes. It's a nice surprise and much needed pick me up. THANK YOU!! Last week was such a see saw. I was up and I was down. Let me give you a snap shot. The week before last, I had seen my pulmologist. He went over the results of that methacholine challenge and said I have…
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Happy B-Day MsGebby
How are you holding up? Today you will see the breast surgeon. Courage friend, courage. Please post when you feel up to it. Thinking of you... Rebecca
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Today is Sunrae's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SHELBY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May your special day be filled with lots of love and happiness! ♥ Cat
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Today is Mimivac's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR MV HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you all the best on your special day & throughout the year! ♥ Cat
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Today is ChenHeart's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR CLAUDIA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you Health, Happiness, and Love on your special day & always! ♥ Cat
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just an update...
Yesterday was the first dose of navelbene, everything went smoothly with the infusion. I waited longer for them to mix the meds than it took for the actual drip. I started noticing the metallic taste before we left, so it's plastic utensils for me. That, a few minutes of mild nausea, and a little diarrhea are the only SE's…
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CEA results
I had a bilateral Mastectomy in Apr of 2009. My CEA started at 4.9. It has risen each year and now is 8.6. Going for a petscan tomorrow. Iam a smoker and trying to quit. What does these numbers mean?
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Okay, So Now I'm Nervous--Has Anyone Had Minimal to No Side Effects From Arimidex?
I started Arimidex 20 days ago. I know it's in my best interest to take it. However, I absolutely Hate taking pharmaceuticals (scares me so much), so this whole breast cancer thing with chemo, steroids, etc., etc. has made me nuts. But, I've done everything my team has told me and taken all the proper meds. My onc. said…
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Made it through the pet scan barely.....
Today I went for my pet scan. The last week I have been a hot mess. I am pretty much straight on, but for about 2 weeks I have had trouble sleeping. I weaned off the methadone and Ativan. Could fall asleep, but it lasted less than an hour. Couldn't shut my mind down, with all the good news I have received not to…
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OT~~popcorn
A family friend showed me a frugal healthier way to make popcorn... Instead of buying microwave popcorn bags she makes her own. Take a brown paper bag (the old fashioned kind like you used to use for lunch). And two small handfuls of popcorn, no oil, and tape closed. Regular scotch tape works. Use the regular popcorn…
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On the mend
I'm 6 days post-op left mastectomy. I saw my surgeon yesterday because I was concerned over seeing little blister-like areas at my incision site. Goofy me--had to look at the thing really closely with my 5X magnifying mirror and saw them. Would never have seen them in the regular mirror. Anyway, the surgeon said all looks…
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♥ NED ♥ I am dancing with NED and I am so happy! Let's all happy dance!
That's right, NED! The mammo yesterday still showed the scar tissue but it was the same, with no change. This is such good news! Have I told you how much I hate these tests and scares? I do as I know all of you do too. You understand completely and get it. Thank you for your prayers and good wishes as they worked! Well, I…
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Have to share more GREAT NEWS!
Saw my MO today before chemo..long chat with him...went over everything....then he said words I never thought I'd hear being stage IV.... He told me i was in REMISSION!!!!!! I said "are you saying I am in remission?" he replied, " yes, I'm saying you're in remission".... I was speechless, thought I'd fall off the exam…
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Drive-Thru Mastectomy went well
Arrive at 1:30, Surgery at 4:30, Home at 7! Yes, I'm calling it my "drive-thru mastectomy"! Everything went very well. Came home with a dressing, the dang drain, and an On-Q. Anyone heard of this? I hadn't. Its a small tube inserted right into the surgical area, connected to a big ball in its own carrying case. This…
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Finally got the courage to look at my mastectomy site yesterday--oh boy!
I know way too many of you have been where I am, and I'm really not whining, just telling you how I felt and if anyone shared these types of thoughts. The only word that came to my mind was "horrific." My left chest is not only flat, but looks likes it's been excavated. The scar looks huge, mean and ugly. There is a little…