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Almost There
I have only 10 more rads to go and (stick a fork in me, cuz) I'm DONE!! Started the Arimidex last month and that is going fine(just some nausea and bone pain) but nothing like taxol/neulasta! I'm poised to cross the finish line and just want to say that the support I've received from all of you have made my journey…
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Wish me luck twisted sisters!
First of all I wanted to say, there's so much going on and I am not able to respond to your posts, busy,busy, busy looking at homes, training for work etc. But I do check on you and know that you are in my heart and in my thoughts. But the good news is, I am on a roll. Flying into NYC tonight and looking for a new home all…
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Feel remarkably well - day after first Cytoxan/Taxotere chemo - others felt well too? when does it h
Hi everyone, I read about some of you here experiencing extreme fatigue and joint pain after your first round of Cytoxan and Taxotere. Did you feel pretty much great until it just suddenly "hit you"? Im 24 hours out and still feel well. Have a very slight headache, and feel like my the tip of my tongue is burnt like I…
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effexor
Hi all, I just saw my onc. who gave me a 30 day prescription for Effexor. I am on tamoxifen and dealing with night sweats and hot flashes. I am hesitant to try a new drug, but he said the dose is very low and to try it. Anybody have any issues with it? Thanks
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What do you consider your cancerversary date?
Is it when you were diagnosed, had first or second surgery, completed chemo, completed rads or what? There seem to be a lot of dates to choose from! Thanks for your opinions. JoAnn
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Chemo pals - headaches?
To all of you who are on or have been on chemo, did you have headaches? If you do or have, did they last a long time, like a week or more? I started Taxotere and Cytoxan a 9 days ago and have pretty much had a headache off an on all week. Caffeine tablets help some (I love Coke and usually have a glass every night, don't…
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metastic breast cancer/taxatore and herceptin
is anyone going through this? side effects from taxatore i get such leg weakness sometimes i cannot walk I am on treatment number 5. I was told herceptin indefinite, well that is scarey anyone going through this as well.
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Lymphedema Pump news
My pump came yesterday! What a nice early Christmas present. It is such a relief and help for my condition. I don't want any of you who are concerned about getting lymphedema or might have a mild case which is controlled by massage, wraps, or sleeves to get concerned. Not everyone needs a pump...but if you do, it is a…
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Which doctors will be long term?
This morning I got a call from my MO to book an appointment after my rads are finished in early July (Hormone therapy). I also have a September appointment already lined up for my breast surgeon who's office told me I would be seeing him every six months. I guess I don't understand why I would have to meet with my breast…
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Today is NancyJane4's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR NJ HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Best wishes on your special day & throughout the coming year! ♥ Cat
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Greater Than Our Suffering
Hello fellow Pink Sisters. I wanted to share something with all of you. I've been writing through my breast cancer journey since it began last year. I keep more than a journal, I blog online. When I started the blog it was primarily for me to have an outlet to express every step of this journey and how I'm trying to come…
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Junk Swap II
Junk Swap II is coming. For those who were not here for Junk Swap I - the 'rules' are - How much or how little you want to send is up to you. While it is a "Junk Swap" - it is not a 'garbage send' but nothing is too small or silly to send (Examp;e - among the 'junk' I got was a little flower pot that has a little daisy in…
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Toenail
I am losing my toenail. Should I see my foot Dr or just let nature take its course. Dr taking it off It is painful to walk on, but I can,t stand the thought of the Dr taking it off. Has this happened to anyone else. What did you do about it? You would think going though chemo & now doing rads I could handle Dr taking nail…
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Thank you
Thank you all who replied to my post I want to say this site is very helpful and I am amazed that so many people r affected in the same ways and to be able to read identicle stories as to what your personal experiances are its a great thing and we all have r demons thank you for helping with mine have to wonder does the…
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Navelbene
Just ended almost 3 yr run of Taxol & Avastin because I now have liver mets in addition to the bone mets. My onco wants to start me on Navelbene once I get my port a cath blockage fixed or get a new port. Would appreciate any feedback on experience with Navelbene.
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Taxol and White Blood Cell Shot
My wife finished the first four sessions of chemo (some red stuff) and now she is on Taxol. I do not know how she does it. At times she is really down. Between the Taxol and the shot for improved white cells she has pain in her bones. Now she is dizzy and I have not found that in any of the info I looked into. Has anyone…
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Radiation and nursing bra - it helps!
I've had 22 treatments, breast only in the prone position. I'm fair and have a pretty good sunburn, but no blisters. I'm not sure about others, but i have found it's very annoying to have anything touch my nipple including clothes. While braless and loose tshirts help, i feel strange without a bra. So I bought a pure…
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a prayer for all
this was a prayer stone my sister bought for me and my neice had it blessed so let me share it with all of you Glorious Saint Agatha patroness of those who suffer from breast cancer I call upon you and seek your help please intercede for those afflicted with breast cancer obtain for them comfort during sufferings strength…
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comments
Can you beleive the comments of some people about this ordeal. I finished chemo Sept 29, and finally feel a little good about removing my wig at work. Everyone loved my new thick curly hair. Then one of my customers said " Wow it almost makes you want to have chemo to get thick hair" What a jerk. If only they knew.
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Need Surg/Oncology recommendations for TN 2nd opinion.
Can anyone give me a recommendation for surgeons and/or oncologists and hospital/clinics in Tennessee? Middle Tennessee to be specific? I need a 2nd opinion for bilateral BC please and I have been waiting for surgery since March. Thanks!
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Buzzed the hair
I had my second treatment of A/C Thursday and my hair starting coming out a little in strands on the way home. I decided to buzz it to ease the anxiety of seeing it fall out. My husband borrowed the neighbors clippers and went to town. He actually seemed to have fun doing it. I think it helped him be in control of the…
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Did anyone else just feel lost and depressed for no reason after there surgery even though your prog
It just seems i have no control over my emotions and its realy hard to talk to people sometimes and i realy feel lost like what happen I had so many other plans and here I am with not one thing i started to do even in my grasp but i know ill get through it but it all happened so fast i dont think i believe it yet Ido plan…
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Today is KMS3566's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KAREN HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you a day filled with all the things you love most! ♥ Cat
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PLEASE HELP ISSUES AFTER BREAST CA SURGERY
HAD BILATERAL MASTECTOMY 03-29-2011 LASTED EIGHT HOURS GIVEN ANTIBIOTIC EVERY 3/HOURS WHILE IN HOSPITAL WENT HOME NEXT DAY WITH MORE ANTIBIOTIC TO TAKE FOR 14 MORE DAYS. SINCE THEN I HAVE BEEN BLOTED UNABLE TO EAT ANYTHING EVEN WATER MAKES FEEL FULL AND I GET BLOATED. ANYONE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM, PLEASE HELP. A BIG HELLO…
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OT Heart Tips
Some heart tips to prevent heart disease. 1.Reduce plague buildup with Vitamin C. Take 360 mg or more daily and you are 30% less likely to develop heart disease. 2.Lower your risk by 40% by being social.(Pick the right people)I don't always!!!! 3.Pause to take 1/2 hour naps 3 times a week to reduce risk by almost 40%…
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Hair - does it all come off around the same time?
Tomorrow is day 10 since my first treatment of C/T and I know what's left of the hair on my head can start coming out anytime. I was wondering about all the other hair though? Like will my hair on my legs, my eyebrows, etc. all start coming off around the same time, or does that usually take longer? The one thing about…
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finished chemo - leg fatigue and stiffness
I had my last chemo one month ago today!! The last two treatment were difficult with finger numbness and pain and leg fatigue. I could barely walk up a flight of steps or around a block. My legs are still very weak and stiff as if I did too much excersise. Fingers are a bit better but I appear to be loosing two nails.…
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Mothers Day~What was the best piece of advise your Mom ever gave you.
This will not only be fun to do, but will also pass along great words of wisdom from our Mom's!
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red face - is it an effect of the chemo? Sort of like a red scalp before hair falls off?
Hi everyone, My husband was just commenting on how my face is red. Although I am light blonde, so you can't really see it, I have much body hair, all fast growing (but of course I groom it). So my conclusion is that my face is red, because the hair follicles in my pale white face with thin skin (blush easily) are being…
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Today is CanoeGirl's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR MARCY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! May all your dreams & wishes come true! ♥ Cat