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Anyone else sometimes feel crazy, like me???
Today has been a very emotional day for me. I was told on Friday I would be having chemo, by my RO who works downstairs from my MO. My oncotype had been sent off to the lab about 9 days prior, so I was not expecting him to be the one to tell me this news, nor was I expecting it come so soon. Here is the conversation: Dr.…
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If you had an oncotype, how long did it take to come back?
I am really just curious. The doctor and the lab said 10 to 14 calendar days, but mine was back in like 8 days. Is that really unusual? It made me start thinking today that maybe they mixed mine up with someone else's. I know that it's probably accurate though. So how long did yours take to come back, if you know? Thanks!…
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Blood Tests
I see my oncologist next week.I always get a blood test.It isn't to check for markers but a routine test I am told.Do any of you know if estrogen levels are detected/looked for in those routine blood tests. I asked my doctor the last time I saw her IF she was checking for return of cancer.She said NO I don't need that…
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Help pick a team name
I am doing the relay for life next month. Would you guys help me pick a team name. My friends and I have thought of a few names, but I know you will come up will something perfect. Thanks Kathy
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Acne during Chemo?
I didn't have any problems - but then I'm 'ancient' LOL! At the "horse forum" I go to a lot, there is a young woman (I think she's 15 - 16) that recently started Chemo for (IF I remember correctly) a bone cancer. She asked what would help with the acne she's gotten since starting Chemo - so told her I'd ask here. So any…
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Other teachers here?
I teach Kindergarten and was diagnosed this past January. So far I have only had a lumpectomy and re-excision. The only thing I told my children before I was out was that I was having a little operation and when I would be back at school. I found out on Friday afternoon I will be receiving chemo so needless to say, these…
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Saw Surgeon today -
he NEVER wants to see me again! YEAH! He is sending report to my PA and want her to see me every 6 months - no problem at all and wants yearly mammos (for the 'one' that is still there) sent to him! So now 2 Doctors have told me they never want to see me again (my Rad Dr and now my Surgeon). I see my Chemo Dr in July or…
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Any American Idol Fans? Who are your Faves?
I think this is the best season EVER and love the judges. J-Lo so far gives constructive criticism, Steven just seems to enjoy all the singing. I have so many Faves: Scotty (country singer) Pia, Casey, James and Stefano. The talent seems to be far better than most of the stars of today. Ok I admit it I'm a reality junkie…
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Your port - general, sedation or just local?
What did you have if you have a port, when you got it placed? I do not do well with general anesthesia (severe nausea, takes a long time to wake up, etc.) so if I don't have to have it, I don't want it. Twilight sleep would be OK because I had that when I had my re-excision and it seemed to wear off pretty fast with no…
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sorry need to vent
I don't usually post just drop by now and then. Still coming to grips with this and one year anniversery is scary. Keep asking myself did I make the right choices. May be losing my job because of a mistake. Not sure because some people get fired and some written up. have not been sleeping. been there 24 years. So if I lose…
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How do I know if Tamoxifen safe for me?
I was diagnosed in Sept of 2010 with Stage 3 bc. 2 tumors in right breast with 4 out of 18 lymph nodes involved. After undergoing a lumpectomy, 8 rounds of chemo (every two weeks) and 30 rounds of radiation, my dr has prescribed Tamoxifen for the next 5 yrs with an AI for 5 yrs after that. After researching the drug, I am…
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Neulasta
I had my first Neulasta on Saturday and last night was in a lot of pain took 2 tylenols only for it to come back..... PLease any suggestions..I'm telling the Dr. next time i see her to stop it....Denise
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Skin rash
Has anyone experienced a skin rash with chemo? I've been through 4 rounds of a/c and mine started gradually on my arms and chest as little red dots that were tender to the touch. They have gotten somewhat better but my legs are now COVERED in a bright red rash that seems to have become predominant after my first taxol…
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Doc Appt/estrogen question
Went to the doctor today. I found out about blood work that is done. I asked my doctor if she could test my estrogen level. She said the CBC shows estrogen levels. I asked her" will it show my tamoxifin is working to lower my estrogen level". She explained our bodies have estrogen even though we take tamoxifin.Its just…
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a bit scarred about starting radiation tomorrow
I am new to this board, just found it a couple days ago and I am still trying to figure it out. It seems like you are all so very thoughtful and sincere. I have had chemo and a left side mastectomy and now I am suppose to start radiation tomorrow. For some reason I am very unhappy about the thought. I can't help felling…
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Adolescents and moms with BC
Our youngest, a DD, is 11. Our two oldest are 23 and 20, all are still home and know I have BC (was diagnosed this January). So far the boys have asked a few questions, one frequently will just clean the house if he is off (I think his way of coping since he was never asked on those occasions) and the other and his GF made…
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Today is RooDee1968's Birthday!
Best wishes for a day filled with wonderful surprises and love all around you! -Jenny
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Demographics & Cancer?
I know there are many contributing factors causing cancers, but it's just so hard to ignore how many people in our subdivision growing up have been diagnosed. The subdivision was built back in the late 50's not far from an air force base. This was of course, your typical neighborhood back in the 60's & 70's where all of us…
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Nauseous on Herceptin
Ok why am I so abnormal? I have been feeling nauseous a couple days after just having Herceptin. I asked my oncologist about it and she said it is not a normal side effect of Herceptin, But about three days after the last 3 treatments of only Herceptin I feel warm in my face and nauseous. Last night I felt like I was going…
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Pics of my hobbies now posted on my expressions- Enjoy
Just posted some pics of my hobbies. Im hoping one day I will get good enough to be able to sell what I make.
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I'm baacckk -
from Retreat! It was probably the best and most intense (for me anyway) that I've been to. For me, the negative 'highlight' was locking myself out of my room this morning at about 2:30 - 3:00 (we have to give up watches for the duration so I'm not sure the time). Tomorrow - I'll tell more - going to sleep. Susan
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Has anyone had mets on there liver removed?
I am new to the site and I am wondering if anyone with mets on the liver has had them removed?I am a Stage 4 IBC patient with mets on bone liver,abdominal area and female parts!!I had been in remission for alil over a year when the mets started showing up on the scans again and I was told about having them removed my oc…
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Just wanted to pass this along
I don't know how many of you remember me posting about my cousin also having BC. I have been keeping in touch with her and she has finished her treatments. She had a lumpectomy, 4 chemo treatments and 33 rads. She did really well with all of it and had very little side effects. She never joined our group but she did join a…
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OT - A very long day
Work has been rough, a new huge difficult computer program started today. We have been training for weeks, a dozen programmers from that company came to help us 'go live'. So many things went wrong, we had to keep 'adjusting'. Everything I learned seems to have to be revamped, so at the end of the day I'm not sure which…
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Trying to get up to speed - Need Info
Hi folks, I've been looking all over the last few days and this seems to be the best breast board (BBB) around. A little history. I was diagnosed with kidney cancer ('03) and thyroid cancer ('04). Been NED in both cases since then. The first part of March, my husband and I were both sick with some sort of flu-like deal. As…
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Can't wait for chemo!
O.K. everyone....here I go...today is the big day and I am looking forward to it! My chemo of taxotere and Cytoxan starts. My body and mind are prepared and ready with positive thoughts to send me on this journey. My family and friends are my support group....and they are ready too. I had a lumpectomy in Jan. stage 2 with…
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Results from Orthopaedic Surgeon
For those of you who have been keeping up with my plight, I am pleased to report that my visit to the ortho surgeon on Tuesday resulted in him finding no deficiencies in my hip bone, and therefore no need to worry about cancer or another bone spur. However, after seeing the xrays, and stating that he found no reason for my…
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Monday scheduled to be de-ported!
Well, tomorrow the power port will be removed by surgeon. I am such a chicken on this stuff.......it is to be done in the office as outpatient. I am sure all will be fine, but I am a big chicken and would have just preferred to be not awake during any kind of cutting. But, I am pulling up my big girl pants and girling up.…
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Tissue expanders replaced with permanent implants
I am 38 years old and I had a bilateral masectomy in July. The reconstruction process has taken a while due to infections, etc. I just had my tissue expanders replaced with silicone implants. It has only been 3 days but I am very disappointed so far. I was wondering if anyone can tell me how long it takes the swelling to…
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Zoladex
Hi, Wondering if anyone has had Zoladex injections to go into menopause to help reproduction come back when finished with chemo? We decided not to freeze embryos and have a baby naturally after I am done with treatments. Too expensive and another big process. If anyone has, can you tell me the results, side effects, etc..…