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"cancer vaccine" being developed by the Army
http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=66697 This may be old to some, but it was new to me. It is just for HER 2 positive cancer I believe.
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my mom died nov 25 2011im 27 yrs old
I need someone to talk to whos moms recently died
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Done with chemo-follow-up CT scan Wednesday!
Well I made it through chemo with my final treatment on December 14. It was by no means a picnic , but I made it through with a few side effects that I am hoping will go away (like the weight gain :) ) or the ones that won't I think I can deal with. Now I have a ct scan this Wednesday to check on a liver spot from back in…
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Last Herceptin today,
I started my Herceptin along with Taxotere,clopatin, and herceptin, last Jan 28, 2011. Today I graduated,had my last Herceptin. Thank God, I will have my mammogram tommorow, please remember me in your prayers. I will stay postive.
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Do all of you think about a recurrence sometimes to where you get afraid of every little pain you m
I feel so bad for all of you that are going through recurrences right now and I pray for each and every one of you daily. It just seems that sometimes if I feel a new ache or pain, I get so worried that my cancer is back and I hate to call my doctor just to have some some test or something to check it out. Is it just a…
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2nd Biopsy same breast
I am a 2 year breast cancer survivor. On December 27, 2011 I had to have another breast biopsy. My last mamo came back questionable. It was a sterotatic biopsy which was kind of painful. Still dealing with discomfort and pain. Well as of Friday January 6, 2012 I have not heard anything from my oncologist and that is after…
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I could not get through this without all of you
First, I want to thank all of you who have offered your wisdom, support, prayers, kind words and encouragement to me during this truly horrific time in my life. You are all going through your own trials, yet you take the time out to comfort me in mine. I hope this does not sound cliche, but I truly love each and every one…
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I have finished chemo and finished radiation now what?
It feels very strange to be done with treatment. I have to admit I am a little more emotional than i have been throughout the whole process. I am both relieved and excited to be done with treatment but worried about recurrance and getting on with the business of living. Any advice is welcome!
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Results OK - Ok, Can you ride the Bus on Tuesday, Jan. 10th please - Sonogram due to Spotting
Hi pink sisters-- So I haven’t had my period since April of this year. Background information: egg retrieval March 2011. First Chemo: April 1, 2011. Last Period: April 15th. Last Chemo: July 7th. Tamoxifen: since August. Today I noticed I had brown spots so I contacted my GYN (oncology) and she wants to do a sonogram for…
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Port Removal on Friday!
I am so excited to finally get my port removed. I have had it since March 2010, and it is time to go! I was given the choose of staying awake or be put to sleep. I choose to stay awake. I have had enough of fasting and waiting in recovery! Ready to be in and out. I would love to hear your thoughts, it is not too late to…
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Thanks everyone
I got my appointment moved to today, doctor said he's pretty sure it's Fibrocystic Breast Disease but am going for an ultrasound on Wednesday just to be sure. I have never met a better group of people than when I came here, you all were so friendly and supportive of a total stranger. I will of course be visiting again to…
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Going back to work during radiation
I have not been able to work for 6 months. I had a lumpectomy 11lymph nodes removed. Stage III with 1lymph node involved. I work In health care setting and could not work during chemo. I start radiation in the next week. I've used all my sick/vacation time and my savings are going fast. I am so tired of worrying about…
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Came back to say hello and thank you
Hello, I finished up chemo in August, radiation in October, and started Tamoxifen in November. I didn't post all that much compared to most of you here, but I did read a lot of your posts. Thank you for the support you did provide me when I asked for it. I am so very grateful to all of you for the strength you gave me, and…
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A special note to Pinkkari
Just wanted you to know that however I am today in reacting to my new status, I've learned from people like you. I've read all of your posts and hopefully responded to at least most of them. Talk about an amazing, courageous, inspirational woman--that's the definition of you, my dear. You have never failed to amaze me with…
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Shout out to Chen!
Anyone heard from Chen? Let us know how you're doing. Miss you! Sylvia
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1/2 done with whole brain rads, baby granddaughter upate
So today was #8 of 15 total brain rads, going by fast. Tired of not being able to drive at all, feel like the driving Miss Daisy movie. Down to 8 mg steroids so not so hungry, less reflux, hoping for more sleep, but this was 1st day of reduced dose. I am not a 4 hr sleep per night gal....like my 6 to 7. Feeling like I am…
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anybody know about HER2+ cancer?
It suposed to be a real aggresive kind. Maybe somebody could reply. I am new. Ilona
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Triple negative breast cancer
When I first had my core biopsy the results came back er+ pos- and her2-. I recently had a lumpectomy and my lymph were negative and I had clear margins. When the results came back from the lab all was different than biopsy. I was triple negative the tumor was very very small early stage 1 2.1mm and grade 3. I went to see…
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Core Biopsy Update
Ouch! Had two core biopsies yesterday and I have stabbing pain. Tylenol is not cutting it. One of the biopsies was on a cystic tumor and the doctor basically sucked all the fluid out. The one done in my pectoral muscle doesn't really bother me. I thought it would be the other way around. I hope I can put a bra on tomorrow…
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Thank you, my pink sisters....update on my sis....
Just got the call...my sister is doing well. She came home from the hospital yesterday, no nausea after the procedure. Both sides sentinel nodes removed, she will learn in a week what the path is from that...but she said that the surgeon said there were 'no surprises' during either procedure. SO, thank you, my sisters in…
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OT - No baby today
Mommy was willing but the maternity ward was full. Silly full moon did it. If she had gone into labor they would have had to take her, but they had no space for electives. She is to be at hospital tomorrow a.m. at 5:30, with strict instruction to not have that girl til I get back from rads between 9:30 and 10 (oh the power…
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Army of Women--anyone on hormone therapy?
For those of you who aren't aware, Army of Women is an organization that helps women with breast cancer connect more easily with current studies. For those of you who want to volunteer, check the site out. I have been eligible to participate and have participated in two studies. The most current study that I took part in…
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Today is CAChick's Birthday!
Hope your day is Fabulous from beginning to end! Happy Birthday! -Jenny
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healthy New years habits
what are some healthy habits you have adopted and would like to share? I have been eating good whole foods and I have been exersizing. I am enjoying ball exersizes as getting down on the floor hurts the muschles and joints. I also try to get my green tea in. Traci suggested Republic of Tea and I really enjoy it. any…
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Just diagnosed 2 hours ago.........
I am 18 months out from a Papillary Thyroid Cancer DX. Had a total thyroidectomy with Radioactive Iodine Treatment. I had some positive nodes that were removed, as well. At my 6 month checkup, they discovered another positive node (and a few more "iffy" ones) and hoped to get that with the one year tracer dose of RAI. It…
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Generic Arimidex - Roxane Pharmaceuticals???
Is anyone taking the generic form of Arimidex? Could you please tell me what Pharmaceuticaul company you getting your drug from? I thought I read that some women are experiencing more side effects from the generic brand vs. the real deal. Do you know if there is any difference, except for the cost, and a few slightly…
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System down again?
I miss my chat gang. When will this system be fixed:)???????
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Anybody Hypoglycemic?
My last blood work showed that I am now mildly Hypoglycemic and we are going to be keeping an eye one it. Almost all the sites I've found only deal with when dealing with diabetis - diabetic. From what I've read it seems that several small 'meals' a day and eating protien and complex carbohydrates are the way to go deal…
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RE: Gemzar
I am changing from Navelbine to Gemzar.... Can anyone give me any info on Gemzar> I was on Navel bine for 3 mos from a reoccurrance of breast cancer and it stopped workin after the first month. Is Gemzar stronger then Navelbine and have stronger side affects? Please help if u have any info on this drug so at least I have…
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New and need to know about leg pain.
Hello Everyone, I wish I had found this site 6 months ago. I just finished 6 months of chemo on December 15. My tumor has shrunk much more than they anticipated (Yeah!!) and I get to have surgery at the end of January. Chemo has been over for two weeks and my leg pain is still horrible. Since I'm trying to get my colon to…