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please not again
I just found out tonight there is a chance my grandma has breast cancer. I am so stressed out. I have been caring for my husband who has oral cancer and now this!! I just lost my Dad in 09 to brain cancer. I don't know how much more I can take!! Anyone else feel hopeless?
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Off Topic (OT) .. Ants, ants everywhere .... Does anyone have any clever ideas on how to get rid of
Ants everywhere -- after arriving home from USC College game -- our home was infested with ants .... We have had visitations from these creatures for the past several weeks -- however, last night we had a infest-ion in just about every room of our home .. HELP Raid is no longer working .. Any ideas????? Thanks for any…
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Neurofibromatosis and breast cancer
I have neurofibromatosis (NF1),it is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow in the nervous system,people with NF1 have a five fold chance of developing breast cancer.I suspected I had NF1 because I had textbook signs and symptoms.Thankfully,my symptoms are mild. Luckily, at MD Anderson(MDACC) there is a specialist…
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taxotere and cytoxan and weight loss
I am about to begin my treatments and I am worried about my weight. Due to the stress I have loss down to 97 pounds, my normal weight is 110. Is weight loss associated with this treatment? I will have 4 treatments 3 weeks apart.
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Today is Karaokelorie's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR LORIE HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Best wishes on your special day & throughout the year! ♥ Cat
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Today is Jean0609's Anniversary!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAAAAPPPPPY ANNIVERSARY! Best wishes to you both! Have a wonderful celebratory weekend! ♥ Cat
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anti-cancer virus?
Anyone see this? http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-14730608
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concerned about estrogen progesterian blockers
Just told i have breast cancer. Lump will be removed in two weeks then radiation and blockers. how bad r the side effects of the drugs. I read about bone loss but does it also make your appearance age faster.
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Finally.....good news
I've had 6 Taxols. I have BC that metasized all over....I have refused to hear my 27.29 numbers since they rose into the 200's. Well today I found out that since the taxol my numbers are going down!! I was 678 (YIKES) the beginning of June and now I am 321!! Today was also the first time in over a month that I did NOT need…
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OT - ants everywhere
Little black ants just everywhere. Didn't have near this many in previous years. Any ideas on how to get rid of them? I hate using spray cause then I have an even bigger mess to contend with! Thanks!!! =P
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Concern about Pam5 and Question
Hi, Everyone! I'm here tonight, because Pam's not in any shape to go online. She's felt terrible for the past three days, and she's running a fever tonight of 101--even after taking ibuprofen. She saw her GP today, because she can't seem to stop coughing. He said he couldn't really detect infection in her lungs, but…
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ductal with lobular features
Any info on ductal with lobular features invasive tumor type
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Question about fighting Time and cancer
Hi sisters -- I want to start by saying I don't mean to sound offensive to anyone, but I wish I could understand this. I often get confused about something that makes my days blue. I am sure you hear or read about people saying "she/he fought for 3 year", or whatever the time may be since their diagnosis. What exactly does…
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complete hysterectomy and bc
I was 38 yrs old when dx with bc. estrogen positive. Onocologist said, chemo would put me into menopause and later I could take tamoxifen to keep my body from absorbing estrogen. After a little research though I decided to have complete hysterectomy. That way I can make sure my ovaries will no longer produce estrogen. Your…
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O.T. But who would like a time out?
My grandsons often tell me I have to sit in time out..followed by: Mema sit for 52 minutes...I am thinking OH please sit, no one bother me , just sit ahhhhhhhhhhh hehe lol Denise
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Triple negative x
Can anyone assist me with triple negative x breast cancer info
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private messages
Can you send private messages to other people on this forum? I don't see where we can. Eva
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OT Does anyone watch " The Sing Off"
I was just curious if anyone watches The Sing Off on NBC. They sing a cappella. I have never watched it but will this year. My daughter in laws brother is on it this season. His name is Mitch and his group is Pentatonix. He is 19 and he and 2 other members of the group sang together in High School. I think it will be…
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Crazy rash? infection? on breast
So I am 3 months out of rads and now I have some crazy rash on that breast. When I went to the gyno 3 weeks ago and she gave me my breast exam she asked if I was doing anything for under my breast. I didn't know there was anything wrong under there! So I went home and started using the nystatin cream and powder that I used…
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Marathon for the Cause
I am sure no one out there has heard about this. It is a new project to raise money for the Susan G. Komen foundation. It is being put on by Sunriver Resort (where I work). I will be walking a 5K on Saturday and taking you all with me....so be ready! Beside the 5K they are having a kids race on Saturday afternoon. The on…
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ONE year ago yesterday
I lost great friend to BC-I have known her since the day I was born-she was my 2nd mom-my mom died 4 yrs ago so she was my run to person in time of need! I miss her dearly! just venting... (worst thing I was in Disney at the time-I missed funeral by 24 hrs-I know out of my control but still feel bad about missing it) Denise
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One more thing crossed off the post-cancer treatment list
Went today and had the 2nd and last of what I call my "chemo cavities" filled. I hadn't had to have a filling in years and years, had 1 break and need repair about 5 years ago but no cavities in probably 30 years, I thought there was nothing left to fill. My check up after chemo and rads showed 2 new cavities and now they…
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2nd faslodex down, MD Anderson to go...
Just had my second set of faslodex shots (ouch). So far, so good though. No terrible side effects. Monday, we leave for Houston. Fingers and toes crossed that that will be a good experience. I am feeling well physically and really hoping for the best. And, update...Amtrak was adopted by a friend of the vet tech. Very mixed…
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He's my brother--priceless
Two young boys walked into a pharmacy one day, picked out a box of tampons and preceded to the checkout counter. The man at the counter asked the older boy, "Son, how old are you?" "Eight," the boy replied. The man continued, "do you know what these are used for?" The boy replied, "not exactly, but they aren't for me.…
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OT: Walking & my co-workers
Many of you know I'm a Human Resources Manager in sunny Southern California. For the past couple of years, I’ve been committed to walking on my lunch hour –- and did a pretty decent job of mostly keeping that up even through surgery, 4 rounds of chemo, and 7 weeks of radiation. Sometimes, I’ll walk in a nearby quiet…
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a funny
A guy fell asleep on the beach and got a horrible sunburn, specifically to his thighs. He went to the hospital and was admitted with second-degree burns. His skin was starting to blister and he was in severe pain so the doctor prescribed continuous saline, electrolytes, a sedative, and a Viagra pill every four hours. The…
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Today is Kt1127's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KT HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May your special day be filled with love, laughter, and all the things you love most! ♥ Cat
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Got implants 2 weeks ago
And I am disappointed that my left breast is noticeably smaller than my right. My left was the one with the Cancer and was already the smaller one before BC.I was hoping it would be more the same size as the right one. Anyone else have this problem and what should I do? I had told my ps a month before my surgery I thought…
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OMG - Dr. arrested, held for $1million bail...yep, my Dr.
RE: http://www.dailybulletin.com/ci_18800859 --- I went to Loma Linda Urgent Care and was seen by Dr. Fakhoury. He is a very good, thorough, doctor and a true professional who actually listens. I never felt uncomfortable and I had to totally disrobe and put on a gown. I even removed my underwear and never once felt ill at…
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Friday's MRI Results, etc. ...
Friday's MRI results were "lovely" (direct quote). No additional suspicious areas detected. All pre-op exam & test results were good to go, too. Therefore, was spared potential biopsy/biopsies and appts./tests this week - just several phone calls. So relieved. LOVE my new surgeon - she's absolutely awesome! Completed her…