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cluster of microcalcifications BIRAD 4c
Hi, On Wednesday my diagnostic mammogram findings were a clustered coarse heterogeneous and fine plemorphic calcifications. There is also a second cluster of fine, linear, branching calcifications, both in approximately the same area of my right breat. Calcifications measure 15mm. My ultrasound demonstrated a simple cyst.…
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National Cancer Survivor’s Day
National Cancer Survivor's Day is June 5, 2011. Ticky
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Psychological effects of chemo?
I am wondering 3 things. I realize everyone is different but I guess I am asking in general. 1. Is the following psych response normal or should I talk with my nurse or doctor? 2. Do these feelings go away, or are they here to stay forever? 3. Can I get past these things while I am still in chemo? If so, how? What seems to…
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Working out really helps me feel better - just want to send out some positive vibes
Hi everyone, I am just out of my second round of TC and I actually feel better than I did after the first time. After the first treatment I was almost looking for side effects and worrying what might come. But as I got over the worst days (days 4-6 for me), I started working out every day and now I feel pretty great even…
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Surgery date July 7 and feeling weird! How does it feel to not have a breast?
Hi: I'm almost done with chemo, thank God! The last one is tomorrow. Then on to surgery! Right breast scheduled to come off July 7. I just got a prescription today for a prothesis from my oncologist. I'm now looking at the fake breasts that I can order through TLC and feeling so weird about the whole thing. How will it be…
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Low heart rate after second TC chemo - woke up with a pulse of 49! Anyone experience this?
Hi everyone! Feel nervous after waking up on my day after chemo with a pulse of 49. After the first chemo my heart rate instead went up to 100 bpm, but I do believe that was a few days after chemo. Did not check my own pulse for the first couple of days. When my pulse was high my MO attributed it to a sedentary life style…
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Great Day
I was in bed this morning and got a phone call from a Sacramento number that I didn't recognize. It was my brother who moved to Tuscon a few years back but kept his CA cell. He was almost to Salt Lake City and he would pick me up for lunch with his wife, both whom I not only love, but like! They are on their way to…
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Cell phones
Here we go again.Cell phones can cause cancer.I was looking on my Yahoo home page.It was the headlines.They are doing more research.The info was alot and can't remember it all but now I am back to not wanting to use my cell as often.I do once in awhile to my sister and then I do it when I call out of state people. I have…
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Upcoming Events
This Saturday is the Relay for Life - Columbia, Howard County, MD. A good friend of mine is doing the Survivor's walk. Lets all walk with her! Her name is Rose. Next Saturday is the Relay for Life, Laurel, Prince Georges County, MD. Due to other health issues I cannot walk in this one this year and will be walking with…
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getting harder to stay positive
Last Tuesday was my first scan since Jan. 31. Friday I got the results and they're not good. I will start with the spots in my bones, which have been stable for about a year - and still are. I guess that's the good news. The tumors in my liver have significantly increased in size. Unfortunately, the largest 5 or 6 have…
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Just one word....NED
Just returned home from having my six month mammogram, and they really put me through it this time. After review, there are no signs of the cancer...three years out. Just wanted to share....excuse me, as I have a dance partner calling. Hugs, Judy
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Thank you, thank you, thank you....
Hello Ladies. My mastectomy surgery went well yesterday. I went into the operating room feeling at peace thanks to all of you! Thank you all for your prayers, words and thoughts of encouragement, and for all the positive energy! I felt surrounded by so much love and support. Thank you so much. I'm home now and going to…
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Today is Beetle25's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR BEETLE HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May your special day be filled with all the things you love most! ♥ Cat
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made a decision
Thank you ladies for all the advice. I have made a decision. I am going to fight this with both barrels. never have been a quitter and I am not going to start now. Yes you are all right this is worth fighting for I have kids I want to see grow up and how would they feel knowing mom gave up and did not fight to see them…
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Praise Report... Pathology Report... ;0)
Pink Sisters... First and Foremost Thanks So Much for your Prayers, Support and Presence last week during my surgery. All is Going Great!!!. I met with the surgeon yesterday, who informed me they found No Cancer in the nodes removed or in the Breast tissue. The Chemo basically eradicated the Cancer. I'm Elated!!! Prasie…
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☺~~~Turn The Music Up Sweet Sisters ~~ I Am Dancing With NED~~~☻
I am so happy, so relieved, so glad it is over! My husband and friends were just beside themselves with this good news, as I am! The tech's that did the mammo and ultrasound were so kind to me. I couldn't have been in better hands, literally. lol It did seem like forever though for the radiologist to read them, so, I was…
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Would love some of your thoughts!
So I kind of laid out my story on the "herceptin" [post), but would really love to hear some of your thoughts on choosing to NOT do chemo. I went through chemo with my first cancer in 08, and I still ended up with it spreading to my liver and needing a liver resection. When I was first diagnosed with breast cancer they…
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Taking decisions...
I had an appointment today with the PS... I will have bilateral mastectomy and we picked the implants: "gummy bears"... my husband asked: can I choose the flavor? hahaha hope so ;) ) again waiting for my surgery date, but I think all the doctors appointments are done, just to wait for the date.... mmmmmmm Oh, my hubby…
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DANCE DANCE DANCE
Ladies I am dancing with ned, I had a pet/scan on Saturday and when i went to the Dr.today for my results he said i was cancer free.OMGOSH i praised the Lord in the office and my Dr. really opened up and told me having faith helps when your going threw a crisis like this I didn't really know until today how spiritual he…
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mammograms after a bilateral mastectomy, anyone?
I have been doing some research and would like to know if anyone else is having mammograms or breast MRIs after having had bilateral mastectomy, with implant reconstruction. I have saline implants and my surgeon wants me to get mammograms, but I refuse. I am a four year breast cancer survivor and have had 2 breast MRIs…
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I am on the path to firing my oncologist!!!!
I am one step closer to having a new oncologist!!! I called the office of the Dr a friend recommended and asked if he was accepting new pts for a 2nd opinion..YES! The RN took some cursory info from me, and asked why I wanted to have another opinion. I said that though it is true that my oncologist has kept me alive, which…
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New to CSN - chemo guidance
I was diagnosted with breast cancer 1/2011. Had a double mastectomy 2/14/2011. Diagnosis HER2 NEU POSITIVE (stage 2b or 3a). Chemo regimen started 3/2011. AC - have had 2 treatments so far. I have 2 more to go. After these 4 of the AC I will then have Taxol and Herceptin for 12 weeks. Then after that I have Herceptin for…
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Pregnancy after chemo
Ok ladies, I know that this is a question for my doctors, but I would like any insight you guys have. I am 30 years old and will be starting TAC soon, I will find out have many rounds on Tues. My questions is if any of you were able to or know anyone who was able to have children after chemo. I have 1 daughter who is 2,…
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Today is NewFlower's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR OLGA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May your special day be filled with all the things you love most and the coming year with all your wishes coming true! ♥ Cat
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Anyone have a caringbridge? If not........
A friend suggested I do this, twice. Finally I bit the bullet and created one and let me tell you all, it is so helpful. It is like journaling. I guess really that is what it is. It helps to get those feelings out. It has also made updating my family and friends so much quicker and easier. I highly suggest it for everyone…
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Tumor Markers Increased
Please can someone answer this question. My daughter is a 4year (July) survivor. Her original diagnosis was Stage 2a HER2 positive. No nodes involved. She had bilateral mastectomies and did 15 months of chemo, 12 months of Herceptin. Appr. 6 months after tx. her periods started.They wanted another child so she went thru…
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Those with FlexiTouch MLD
Have you had a "blow out" with one of the garments? My upper body part has had what I'd call a 'blow out'. 3 of the sections are now 1 for about 1/3 - 1/2 of the length. It blows up and sort of looks like a small 'football' and is hard - never releases pressure. I have a call into the manufacturer but it'll be tomorrow…
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estrogen information please
back 15 years ago I had a hysterectomy at age 28 and put on estrogen. I have been on it ever since. Now with the breast cancer I can no longer get a script from my doctors. Do any of you have any advice for going through the oncoming hot flashes? I hate the fact that the decision isn't mine to make. I should be able to…
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I've been lurking alot lately
I've been lurking alot lately, and please know that you're all in my prayers. I hate to ask but Thursday morning is another 6 month check with my MO. Kinda nervous, so prayers would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. marge
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Disability.....questions
I am a SPED teacher, out for summer...weehoo. Through all this I have worked full time, protected myself through FMLA, have great insurance (health/life) and my intent is to return to work in August, although requested to go to a part time position and was denied. I could take a short term disability upon returning if the…