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♥ This Is My Story And I Am Sticking To It ♥
First, let me say how much I have missed you all and how much I love you all! As some of you know, I have been very busy with my collecting of money and clothing for the homeless. I started this a few years back as there was a growing need for it in the communities around here. It is just awful to see men, women and…
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medi port
I'm getting my medi port on Monday, anyone have suggestions? I'm right handed so should I get it on the left side or does it really matter
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A cute quote......
Life isn’t a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, latte in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming ‘Woohoo WHAT A RIDE’! I thought you ladies and gents would like this. I hope you are all well,…
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A Question For You: Has anyone gone to a tanning salon to get a jumpstart on a tan?
I haven't used one, but, it seems so many of my friends go and have such a nice tan already that I was thinking about maybe going a few times just to get a jump on a tan. I just wondered what any of your experience's were if you've gone before or are now. I've read conflicting stories on whether they are bad for you. I…
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Lymphedema?
My surgeon prescribed a compression sleeve for me last week and sent me to their home medical supply store. The small Jobst sleeves were too big--I'm small boned, so I tried a medical supply store in the town I live in. They had a different brand that runs smaller and they said it fit perfectly. The compression level on…
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can ovc spread to the breast
Hello I have ovc and just was told that a mammagram that I had done that they want me to have an ultra sound. My question is can ovc spread to the breast? any info would be greatly appreciated. I have been battling ovc for 3 years now and am still on chemo. Feels like its always something to worry about. I posted on the…
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I am very scared!
I went to my Gyno on Monday for my yearly & to tell him I had an issue with my left breast.. My nipple had inverted & breast has hardened. He looked at it said nothing & sent me to a breast specialist. I saw her on Weds - yesterday. Within 10 mins of being in the office she said she was very concerned that it is cancer…
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Breast cancer and no insurance
Hi A family member of mine has been diagnosed with Stage I DCIS. The doctor gave her the option lumpectomy w. radiation or mastectomy. She has no insurance at all. What do people do in such situations? It is horrifying, not only does one have to face hearing the word "you have cancer", but now she has to worry how on earth…
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Fosomax (Alendronate)
Hi, 6wks ago I had a double mastectomy with 2nodes removed for a rare secretory carcinoma of the breast. Margins and nodes were clear. My doc prescribed Arimidex and so far so good. About a year ago I was treated with chemo and pelvic radiation for Stage 3 Anal cancer, at this time NED. After a bone density test I have…
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THREE YEARS for me!
Yesterday was the 3 year anniversary of my lumpectomy. I consider this my anniversary of survivorship, since this was the date the cancer was removed from my body. I had my follow up from the colonoscopy and endoscopy. Two polyps removed, the one in the intestine he said was the kind that becomes cancer so good thing I had…
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Tumor Marker Elevated
What I feared from the start of having tumor tests has happened--and it's only my 2nd test! Got a call today that all of my blood work except for the tumor marker was normal. Tumor marker was slightly high at 45 (40 is the high end of normal). I have to have it retested in a month. If it comes back the same or higher I'll…
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I'm just back from Kaua'i
and checking on my pink sisters (and brothers) here. I am so sorry to see all the newbies in just a little over 2 weeks' time. But, as you probably have already seen, you've come to the right place for questions, advice, encouragement, and an enormous amount of love and caring. To all those who are struggling--my prayer…
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update
Well one week over with rads and steroids, was a hard ride for me. Sterouds made me beeing like in a fog and I am soooooo tired. Headaches and pressure against my skull is gone (thank goodness) I am sure that it is a good sign. I will see the Dr. Monday and will find out about the progress. I know I was'nt supportive to…
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Considering reconstruction - I need to hear from you
I'm considering reconstruction with implants. I'm a little concerned and would like to hear from some other ladies who have gone thru this. I had my right breast removed 10 years ago because of cancer. Lymph nodes were also removed on my right side. Went thru chemo and radiation then. Last year I had my left breast removed…
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This is my first time posting
I'm so glad I found this site! It's taken me a while to get to the point of sharing my journey with anyone - I had a hard time coming to grips with having breast cancer let alone talking with others. I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Invasive Ductal Carcinoma in June of 2011. It followed an abnormal routine mammogram. I…
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Hi... I had an excisional biopsy with a wire localization last friday. Waiting for my results...
I just feel pretty lost right at the moment. I haven't had any cancer issues at all and I am hoping it stays this way. But...realistically I am here for a reason. I havent been able to think of anything else. I may hear from the BS today or tomorrow. I opted for a phone call when the results come in then I can discuss them…
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Slow growing Cancer Tumors that mammograms don't reveal
I took annuanl mammograms for the past five years because an abscess left scar tissue. I had biopsies that were benign. Then last year in August test results revealed a 9 centimeters cancer that was not a lump but was flat in my breast. After surgery the pathologist revealed that it was a slow growing cancer that does not…
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Stage 1v breast cancer with mets to
entire spine, both femurs, hips, ribs, sternum, clavicle, and knee-still being heavily treated. Pleural effusion- pleural thickening, nodules, scarring. We just recently had a scan came back with a liver lesions--taken Halaven...What does this mean? Should I be worried for my husband? Being treated with halaven, zometa,…
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Need Help Deciding Lumpectomy w/ Rads or Mastectomy
Hello, I am 41. My tumor is 1.4 cm and my docs told me I am a good candidate for lumpectomy followed by radiation therapy. They also say that most likely I will not need radiation if I choose a mastectomy based on the nature of my cancer and appearance and feel of my lymph nodes. So I'm currently struggling with the…
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Do the Kindreds have any idea AT ALL as to how much I love you?????
I have been having the hardest time getting on the boards~ it seems that months go by without me being able to post! If this indeed posts, it is because the love of all of the Kindreds, coupled with Komputer-Karma is with me today!!! I have had a bit of not so good news lately, but I will try and be brief with the recap!…
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BC Treatment in India
My wife (age under 40) was diagnosed with BC (to be precise TNBC - out of the 3 - one of the harmones is focal positive, the other 2 are negative) in March 2012. She has a lump on her right breast the size of an apple that grew quite fast (started from the size of a cherry to apple in less than 45 days). The tumor was…
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Lost Disability - any suggestions for my appeal?
Im looking for ANY help...diagnosed stage IIIa jul2010, lumpectomy jul 2010, 16 weeks of chemo (completed dec 2010) 30 rads (completed May 2011). BRCA 2+ had total hysterectomy. On tamoxifen and suffer horrible side affects, bone & joint pain...have had MASSIVE lover back problems since my first chemo txt...I decided to…
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Any News on HootieGirl/Kat?
I am sure she is taking care of business but I wanted to know if anyone has heard from her. **Hugs** Mary
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Gentle hugs and Prayers for " MaggieCat " -- having her biopsy today !!
Positive thoughts -- for you! Hoping all goes well :-) Vicki Sam
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HELP!!! Fingernails - I know it sounds silly, but....
I just finished my year of chemo - (only the Herceptin was a year). My hair is coming in fine - I've even had to have it cut a couple of times (YAY!!!!) - my fingernails colorwise look fine. The problem I am having is they are so weak and brittle that they keep splitting down into the nail bed, at least my thumbs do. I…
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Feedback Needed: Study Shows Radiation Treatments Negatively Affect Cognitive Functioning
Hi Everyone, I'm in the midst of deciding between a mastectomy with reconstruction or lumpectomy followed by radiation. I was told that it's likely I won't need radiation treatments if I get the mastectomy. In researching these options, I came across a medical research study that found radiation negatively affected breast…
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Chicago Band-Concert local-proceeds to Breast Cancer
I went to one of my favorite concerts! It was not advertised that i am aware of..but all proceeds went to BC! I was so happy to hear! Also WE each bought T shirts & mine was very cool design with PINK...and then on bottom PINK RIBBON...I can't wait to wear it.. Denise
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Time for Intros again - our family is ever growing
Hi Ladies and gents, I was diagnosed back in 2009 stage 2 invasive breast cancer. surgeries, chemo, yadi yadi yadda.... and here I am to tell the tale. This board has been my saving grace, especially since I was pretty much going through it on my own - that is, till I found this amazing board. And all of a sudden I was…
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Mammosite5
I would love to chat with someone who has had a lumpectomy and then did the Mammosite 5 radiation. I had surgery on March 2,2012. Finished radiation on the 15th. Just wondering how the healing process has gone for others. I don't know anyone else that has had this kind of radiation to discuss how things were for them.
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Pictures posted!
Having a great time in Florida! Convention was over yesterday....now some fun time. Got to meet MyTurnNow and Natly15 this past week. Posted pictures on my expressions page.