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Breast Cancer

 

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• Having a really hard time...

  I don't really know how or why, but I'm feeling overwhelmingly anxious, and emotionally sensitive as I come closer to my last radiation appointment on the 15th. I've come through so much and I'm begin…

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  Started by emamei

  Most recent by skipper54

  Aug 12, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• ***This is a BEAUTIFUL song, and wanted to share with all of you.****

  Sisters -- As I sit here by myself, listening to the songs sang to our Father, I think of all of you. I pray you all overcome this physically and mentally. I pray for health for everyone. http://www.y…

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  Started by LoveBabyJesus

  Most recent by LoveBabyJesus

  Aug 12, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Newbie

  Hi Ladies..as much as i hate to say this but i'm now part of the club...i'm 39 and was diagnosed with IDC stage 1 grade 3 on July 5...had a lumpectomy, nodes and margin are clear...great right?? well,…

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  Started by epark

  Most recent by debi.18

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Coming back fast after chemo ends??

  Hello All You Lovely, Lovely Ladies, I was diagnosed with IDC, ER+, Stage 3b in April. After 5 rounds of A/C and one Taxol (BAD reaction) I received my last chemo on July 12th. The tumor went down to …

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  Started by Vigee

  Most recent by smalldoggroomer

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• depression in cancer patients

  As some of you know I have been struggling over the last month with depression and am starting an inpatient program at our local hospital tomorrow. A dear friend of mine sent me this link which I pass…

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  Started by dbhadra

  Most recent by skipper54

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Just diagnosed....

  Hello....just need someone to talk to. I just got results yesterday-invasive ductal carsinoma-1.7cm grade 3. Don't know what any of this means. I meet with the oncologist on Monday. Any advice or thin…

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  37 comments

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  Started by lccollins

  Most recent by Sunrae

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Tamoxifen and hair loss

  I have noticed for a while now that whenever I wash my hair a good amount of it comes out of my head. This is about 4-5 times the amount that used to come out. I am not going bald by any means but am …

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  7 comments

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  Started by helen e

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Laughter is Good Medicine

  I will warn you that my friend told me you should not read this with a full bladder. Its pretty funny. Enjoy, my friends! A WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM If you read this without laughing out loud, there is…

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  Started by Chickadee1955

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Lumpectomy and sentinal node biopsy

  Tomorrows the "big" day. I'm stressed, nervous, in some ways angry, and depressed. I am doing some laundry, cleaning off my bedside table, and clearing off the recliner just in case. I am making a lit…

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  13 comments

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  Started by Madelyn80

  Most recent by DianeBC

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Fosamax wkly pill vs Reclast annual infusion

  BCBS would not approve Reclast for me...unless I could not tolerate the Fosamax weekly pills. It always is about money. So, I have been on Fosamax with usual muscle aches, night sweats, etc. Tolerable…

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  7 comments

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  Started by cavediver

  Most recent by jnl

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• lymph edema and trampoline

  I was in a class this evening and made an off handed comment about jumping on a trampoline this week and one of the women said that jumping on the trampoline is good for LE. I looked up the 2 and foun…

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  Started by mamolady

  Most recent by butterflylvr

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• The Decision to have a mastectomy was a no brainer for me, next surgery option not so much...

  I made the decision to have the mastectomy when the surgeon drew a picture of my breast and the precancer and DCIS in it as soon as she gave me the info on mastectomy and lumpectomy. It really was an …

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  Started by cinnamonsmile

  Most recent by DebbyM

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Stef- Fauxma, how are you and Den doing now?

  It has been awhile since you updated us, and, I am just hoping that you are both doing much better. Hugs, Lex

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  Started by Alexis F

  Most recent by DebbyM

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Just Wondering... Suggestions for Appreciation Gifts

  My last chemo is next Wed... I am sooo Grateful and Appreciative of the attention and caring service I received from my Oncologist and the lab staff. I would love to take them a special treat next wee…

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  Started by Mitzi333

  Most recent by Mitzi333

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• finding lumps in other breast after treatment?

  Hi there, I don't post much but I do read the postings on this board regularly and you are all always in my thoughts, heart and prayers. I am almost done with Herceptin, the Onc. thinks Friday is my l…

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  Started by mariam_11_09

  Most recent by DianeBC

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Today is Sunrae's Birthday!

  HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SHELBY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Today is a good day to have a great birthday! :-) Hope your day is filled with all th…

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  27 comments

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  Started by Cat64

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Today is TJHay's Birthday!

  HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR TJ HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May every candle on your cake become a wish that comes true! ♥ Cat

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  14 comments

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  Started by Cat64

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Today is LadyParvati's Birthday!

  HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SANDY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Best wishes on your special day & throughout the coming year! ♥ Cat

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  8 comments

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  Started by Cat64

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• PET scans semi-annually

  Had my appt with Onc today. Last week his nurse called to let me know PET/CT scan was clear... But today I questioned necessity of having them so often. Had one in February, then again in July.... he …

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  11 comments

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  Started by cavediver

  Most recent by jnl

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Mastectomy coming up

  I have a consult with my surgeon and plastic surgeon regarding my upcoming mastectomy soon. I was wondering what sort of support garments, clothing, and anything else I will need for when I get out of…

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  9 comments

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  Started by Marjorie123

  Most recent by jnl

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Dear New Chemo Patients

  There are quite a few posts from women having a lot of ugly side effects with chemotherapy lately. Prior to my chemotherapy a year ago, most posts were about how few side effects women were having. Or…

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  18 comments

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  Started by Double Whammy

  Most recent by DebbyM

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• It's a Small World - Today I Met a Sister... SPARKLE

  Wednesdays I volunteer at Lynn Sage Breast Center - Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago. I escort women to the dressing room who come for diagnostic breast testing. I am always talking and during …

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  13 comments

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  Started by Different Ballgame

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• The waiting is over ):

  It is cancer.. I don't know what else to say today. I haven't had much sleep I am sick to stomach, and off to see a surgeon this morning. Is there anything I need to make sure and ask?

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  14 comments

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  Started by n2summer

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• Went to American Cancer Society yesterday

  Just in case my hair falls out again, I'll be prepared. My sis and her daughter took me to help decide. They had a human hair blond made by Pantene Locks of Love. It took weeks and 6 ponytails to make…

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  13 comments

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  Started by laurissa

  Most recent by weazer

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• 

  TC chemo starts Wednesday. Any suggestions?

  My TC chemo starts Wednesday. Does anyone have any suggestions to make it easier? Nurse told me to eat breakfast and a light non greasy non spicy lunch and to drink lots of fluids before getting there…

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  17 comments

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  Started by atiredparent

  Most recent by Noel

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
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  BC and Heart issues?

  Good morning Sisters, here is my question, is there a link between BC and having heart issues? I had bilateral BC in 2009, surgeries in Jan 2010..lumpectomy and mastectomy ok yes chemo and radiation..…

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  Started by upnorthlive57

  Most recent by upnorthlive57

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• 

  Im a first time gma!!!!

  So everyone understands this is a bitter sweet situation. I have a family member...lets call her bitchzilla. She put a wedge between me and my daughter years ago. Not only did she put this wedge betwe…

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  20 comments

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  Started by jo jo

  Most recent by cahjah75

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• 

  Hi ho, hi ho Taxol sucks!

  Well the powers that be won't let me work part time but because I'm not officially approved for short term disability I get to go back to work today to fulfil my contract. I'm telling you ladies I tho…

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  9 comments

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  Started by stayingstrongfortoday

  Most recent by BMS

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• 

  Treatment plans, Side Effects, you Kindreds know, the usual!!!

  I have had trouble being able to get onto the boards~ not sure why! No other site is so problematic and thus discouraging! Today I was able to, so I will let the Kindreds know what's happening with me…

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  16 comments

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  Started by chenheart

  Most recent by cahjah75

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer
• 

  HMO and out-of-network coverage

  Has anyone here had any luck getting approval to be treated in an out-of-network cancer center? My sister was (2nd sister in 10 years) diagnosed last month. Is trying to get treatment in an out-of-net…

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  6 comments

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  Started by Help4Sis

  Most recent by deeb111

  Aug 11, 2011

  Breast Cancer