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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…
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Rude people stories
I'm posting this because someone else's story helped me (Chen's, maybe?) and I want to pay it forward. A few months ago, when I was just starting to grow some hair (buzz cut stage), I was waiting for my food at Panera's when an old man (definitely NOT a gentleman)came up to me and said that no matter how short I cut my…
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Done with radiation! Mixed emotions
Hello Sisters! I'm done! Yesterday was my last day. Now that it's all said and done, it went by fairly quickly. I never got a rash, just very red and slightly tender. This site has helped a lot! I had a weird and unexpected emotional reaction. In some ways I felt sad to stop. There's part of me that felt as long as I was…
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Mastectomy June 1st - So Scared!
Hello ladies. I'm having a unilateral mastectomy on Wednesday, June 1st. I found out almost three weeks ago and in that time to now I've had my emotional ups and downs. Just when I think I'm doing o.k. and can face this strong the emotions and fear creep up and take hold. I'm scared and my husband is too. This will be my…
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Wig funny
So, I found a couple of wigs that are human hair and didn't cost a huge amount of money, I justified what they did cost since my insurance covered my prosth. and 3 bras. My stylist has colored them to be as close to my hair as she can and they do look good, if I do say so myself. I have had numerous compliments on my "new…
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Taxel and herceptin````( Please help me)
Getting ready in a couple of weeks to start my nexy 4 teatments. I ame a little scsred of this toxel has anyone had much trouble with it....The unknown scares me i will be having 4 treatments of toxel every two weeks then herceptin ecery week for 8 weeks then it goes to every three weeks for a year....
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Two Kindred Spirits need the Magic Pink Bus and our Prayers for appointments on Wednesday and Thursd
Roll out the magic bus again in support of our kindred spirits. Enamei for surgery on June 1st and mwallace 1325 on Thursday for checkup. Hugs to all. Donna
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UPDATE: OK. Tomorrow is the day I start Taxol.
So, I will be thinking of all of you. And I will imagine you are all there with me. Thank you for all your support sisters!
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Insomnia.....
OK I know I am hyped up on steroids and my doc even gave me ambian but up at 4am just sets me up for a long day of feeling sleep deprived and grumpy. I know during my initial diagnosis I went through a similiar thing and it passed. Do you just get up when you can't sleep or do you try to relax and rest....I have all the…
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Suvivorship Anniversary
Today, June 1st, is my 2nd Survivorship Anniversary! I can't believe the saga that is cancer started two years ago. It seems so long ago, but I am glad to be on the other end. No looking back, I continue to move forward-come what may. My best to those who are in battle with the beast and my regards to those who are no…
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OT - "Your card's being canceled."
Scam! Saturday evening Hubby got a text from 'Sentinial Federal Credit Union' (there are a couple of branches of SFCU around here) saying that his card was being canceled - well no can do as he/we/me don't have any accounts with them. My first thought was someone had stolen his identity - he thought that it was just a…
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port question
Does anyone know if there is a difference in "installing" your port on the left or right side of your chest area? Mine is on the left and from what I read ... that's the "main" location. But ... I have a friend who had a port on her left side ... went through chemo ... then a couple of years later had the port removed.…
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TDM1 clinical trial....anybody tried it?
Going to start it in July.....anybody out there doing it? Wondered about the side effects and how you are doing?
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Looking for a tasty, healthy, megavitamin smoothie recipe
One thing I have decided as I head into this continuing chapter of my treatment is to eat BETTER! I can not believe that with all the meds I put in my body that my nutrition isn't better but today is a NEW DAY! Someone told me that Vemma is really good but you can only buy it through Amway. I am trying to cut back on sugar…
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reoccarance of TNBC
My wife had Triple nagitive breast cancer in left breast got surgery done in Dec 2010 followed by Chemo 4ACand 4Taxo completed 3weeks back and getting prepared for radiation. Now we got pet-ct done and found a soft tissue nodule opposite to anterior end of 5th rib. Is it reoccurance Can radiation be enough.
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Study for Overweight Breast Cancer Survivors in San Diego, St. Louis, Birmingham, and Denver
If you are overweight, have had cancer and live in one of the above areas, you might consider joining the Energy Study. Read more at armyofwomen.org: Energy Study
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www.rapunzelproject.com
Anybody hear about this treatment.? I just found out about it after my treatment ended and hair started to grow back. Maybe I would of tried it.WWW.Rapunzelprodject.com or on facbook.Kenraprofessionalrapunzelprodject
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bone scan results...all clear!
Yipee!! My doc likes the word remission...and that works just fine for me. Now the next step is to get ready to go back to work in July. Thank you again for all the support. I just don't have the words to adequately express how much it means to me. Happy Hugs, Linda
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need some advice
I realize this is kind off topic...and in some ways not... Let's just say at this point I am still a bit overweight and in the process of growing my hair back. Treatment ended in December for me... Recently, my husband decided to friend an ex girlfriend of his on facebook. I was devastated to say the least. I am sure the…
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Roseaca.....Uggh!
Hi everyone! Just wanted to pop in and let everyone know that it turns out my butterfly rash was diagnosed as Roseaca. Although I am glad it was not anything more serious, I am not a happy camper of another chronic disease to contend with. If anyone has ANY suggestions or ways to cover it up or has delt with this, I would…
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Today is Kim59's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KIM HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May each candle on your cake become a wish that comes true! ♥ Cat
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This has, in a way, made us better.....
I know there are so many men who have left after hearing a breast cancer dx. To all the women out there who have had the misfortune of being victim to the weak spirit of a man, I am so sorry for your pain and my heart goes out to you. Having said that, I would like to take a moment to put a shout out to all the men who…