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Severe sore throat. white spot on epiglottis
I have a severe sore throat. Cant swollow let alone drink. Will go to urgent care tomorrow. Is there anything I can do over night to stop the pain? Is it ok to use the lysterine throat spray or throat lozages? I have taken some tylenol even though I am not suppose to. It is 10 pm and ER is not going to happen. Long story!
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Some good news coming out of MD Anderson
http://www.mdanderson.org/newsroom/news-releases/2011/gene-therapy-kills-breast-cancer-stem-cells-boosts-chemotherapy.html
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Newly diagnosed but been there before with my 1st husband!
It is so uplifting to find a place to talk to people who know what you are going through. I was diagnosed after a routine mammogram the end of July. I had surgery (double mastectomy) on August 11. My invasive ductal carcinoma was Stage 2 (2 nosed involved) Grade 1, ER/PR+. The initial diagnosis caught me completely…
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~~ How Has Having BC Affected Your Life, If You Would Like To Share It With Your Pink Sisters ~~
I know that having breast cancer affects all of our lives, some in good ways and some in bad ways. Would you like to share some part of how it has affected your life? Thanks! ♠♣ Love, Susie ♠♣
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Do you have 'moons"?
"Moons" as in the lighter area at the base of your nails - do you have them? I never have had any. Today I was at the fabric store looking at some material when a woman told me that I should see a Dr as I have cancer. My first thought was why are you saying this - my hair is back and my pros. looks great under clothes so…
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Here I am at MD Anderson
Arrived promptly at the Mays Cancer Center (a small part of MD Anderson but huger than most hospitals) at 7 AM. My first impressions: very, very huge place with very futuristic look; many bubbly zen-like fountains and scuptures; many saltwater aquariums; everything pristine. That is my photo in front of one of the bubbly…
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The Pink Bus Is Needed Today Too For Greeneyed Girl/Melanie
Ok Melanie, the bus is gassed up and the pinkies are ready to rock n roll! Melanie is having her ultrasound today and blood work, so, let's go! Sue :)
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Today is JaninMn-SoHardbnMe &Survgal's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JAN(& TWIN BRO) RACHEL, & SG HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing each of you a blessed day and a year filled with dreams coming true! *We haven't heard from any of you in a while. How are you? If you see this please update us on how you are…
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All foods taste BAD
Five days ago I had my first treatment of taxotere and cytoxan, now everything taste bad. I am having to force food down. Will this pass or continue through the remainder of my treatments? Even water is bad.
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pain meds
Thanks for all your responses to my pain med questions. My onc. asked me to try tramadol, which I did for the past 2 nights. So far so good. His script called for 2 at bedtime, but I could only handle 1. Has anyone else had luck with this? I am always worried about side effects. Thanks
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OT - FYI - cork for a cause
This is NOT meant to be an ad or an endorsement of any kind!!!!! Just passing along some info I found. Some time ago there was a post about wine for sale with a pink ribbon on the label. Many of us felt that there should be a contribution to bc research or free care before the pink ribbon should be displayed. Some…
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Exactly who makes the medical diagnoses of lymphedema?
Exactly who makes the official medical diagnoses of lympedema? Does it need to be a doctor or lympedemiologist?
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Prolia>>>
Has anyone taken this??? i had my first shot today it's for osteoporosis i don't have osteoporosis i have osteopenia but my oncologist thought it would be good for me.
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Upcoming mastectomy
Hi, I'm having a double mastectomy on 9-15 and it seems the closer the surgery date the more anxious I get, having trouble sleeping, grouchy with everyone, having a hard time keeping everything on an even keel for the kids (6 & 9); guess I'm just not ready to say goodbye to my girls yet. I know most of you have already…
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Just Diagnosed with Breast Cancer:-(
I am a colorectal cancer survivor and now I had just been diagnosed with breast cancer, so I am on this forum now. I have already lost two aunts and two cousins to breast cancer, and one aunt and my younger sister are also being treated for this. So, I decided for mastectomy because I understand my genes put me at greater…
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Radiation burns
I have had 33 radiation treatments so far. Was going to get my last 6 booster treatments when the skin under my arm started peeling off. The rad oncologist halted treatments for a week so I can heal up before the last 6. Has anybody else burned badly from radiation treatments? I am very fair skinned and I was told that is…
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Having a hard time today
Wow was not prepared for this 3rd chemo kicking my behind. I feel so wiped out today. this has been the worse one so far....and I'm at work trying to struggle through. I'm hot, nauseous, dizzy....WOO....just not feeling great at all :( Think I'm going to have to go hit the infusion room for some fluids!!
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Being Deported next Wednesday!
Saw my MO yesterday and I am all done with my Herceptin treatments! He said I can get the port removed now, so I have an appointment for next Wednesday, Sept. 14th, to be deported. He also said I am now in complete remission! Yahoooo!!!! Bonnie
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Just had followup after tests...
Dr. Says overall my mets are about as stable as they will get with the severity of the involvement. Unfortunately the pain continues. He said we will not worry about the liver until I start turning yellow or my liver functions are bad, and we will keep a watch on it, as it may be cancer. I will only have 3 more chemos,…
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Home from surgery today
The hospital was being inspected today...I'm sure the inspectors were wondering about the pink bus parked out front. I'm betting the silly string, food and beverages, and crazy rubber band shooting women didn't help them pass. Everything went as expected with the surgery. I am home now...groggy, sleepy, and my husband and…
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Chest itches from radiation
I just finished radiation #14 and my chest itches horribly. It feels best with no shirt touching it but they frown at the no shirt option in the school where I work? Any suggestions? Lisa
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Interesting news about fish oil supplements undermining chemo
May be old news for some? But it just popped up on my home page. Fish Oil Supplements Can Undermine Chemotherapy Effectiveness http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/234263.php
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Has anyone heard anything from BJMom1?
I am really worried about Barb. It has been so long since she posted. Lex
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Dizzy anyone?
I wondered if anyone has had any wierd dizziness after completing chemo and radiation. Mine started right during my radiation and has never gone away. They told me that sometimes chemo damages the nerve that controls balance in your inner ear and that causes dizziness. Mine seems to be getting worse instead of better and…
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Has anyone else have to stop taking Arimedex?
I went to the Dr today, Told her about all my side effects I've been having from the Arimedex with my feet mostly. So she changed the Rx from Arimidex to Femara. I am hoping some of these side effects will disappear. Has any one changed from Arimidex to Femara. Have side effects? Did they improve? Some times the pain is so…
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compression sleeves
I have finally gotten the energy to engage a personal trainer to help me. she is one who deals with cancer patients. I am excited about this as I think it will help me regain some strength and muschle mass I lost when I was sick. I am not telling anyone else except you guys shhhhh! Anyway do i need to wear a compression…
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♥ Our honor-roll walk ♥
Hello fellow pink sisters, Since being diagnosed many of us are trying to lead a more active and healthy lifestyle. As I was on my walk this evening an idea struck me that might help motivate us to do more walking/running. For fun, lets keep track of the miles we walk/run as a group and see how far we can get by the end of…
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Lumpectomy scarring
I had a lumpectomy in March of 2011 and my scar is still very large and very red. Is this normal? How long does a scar take to heal? - Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain.
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***Is Anyone Watching "Big Brother" besides me? ***
I couldn't believe it last night when Evil **** left the show. I pray that whatever happened resolves for him. But now, the veteran players don't stand a chance, and, I like them! ♠♣ Love, Susie ♠♣
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New breast imaging system hailed as "breakthrough"
Hi lovely ladies! I wanted to share this with you: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXFYL0Vw_eA&feature=player_embedded