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Just found out I have to have chemo and am scared to death!!!
I am a 45 year old mother of 9 year old twins and will be starting chemo next week. 4 rounds of c/t. I'm expecting the worst. Thought the worst was over by having the lumpectomy and partial radiation... Then the dreaded chemo news. Any suggestions for a newcomer? Don't know how much more I can take, my mom died a month ago…
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Chemo first
I have triple negative breast cancer. My oncologist suggested chemo first then surgery. They did not do any tests to see if the cancer got smaller or is gone. Is this normal to do surgery without any tests to see how the cancer is? I finished my last chemo on March 3 and my surgery is scheduled for March 31.
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Reconstruction or no
I would love to hear some opinions! Several women have urged me to go for reconstruction after my mastectomy. They say it's for comfort and cooler than dealing with prosthetics. A couple others say don't do it because it can mask a recurrance. I'm scheduled to meet with my plastic surgeon next week and would love to hear…
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PRAYER REQUEST
I am having surgery on my left breast today. Please pray that all goes well. Thanks, Ticky
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Moopy's pheasant released
Moopy's pheasant was released this morning about dawn (it's cloudy so not sure if was exactly as the sun broke the horizon but it was close and a light soft snow was falling). Perhaps I should explain why I chose to release a phesant hen instead of doing balloons as others are. It has been many years since I've released a…
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Walks
I'm not going to be able to go to LA for the Revlon Walk 05/07 because our anniversary is 05/08 and I probably should be here and my husband doesn't walk across the street, let alone 5K. I really wanted to do the Revlon since it's for all women's cancers, not just breast cancer and I have this bias since I had both breast…
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Today is my Cancerversary
One year ago today I got the diagnosis. I can't even remember most of the year; its been such a whirlwind of fears, surgeries, emotions, tears, gratitude, more surgeries, endless doctor's visits, introduction to the wonderful world of pharmacology. I'm glad to be alive and as far along in the journey as I am. New normal…
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need website and correct info
I just received a long email from a friend which was forwarded to her by someone else ... Anyway it goes into detail about how lemon/lemon juice and cancer ... and part of it is: "It destroys the malignant cells in 12 cancers, including colon, breast, prostate, lung and pancreas ... The compounds of this tree showed 10,000…
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I am scared
Hi, I was first diagnosed at 27 I had a bilateral mastectomy and was told by then Dr that all was clear and not to worry.(stupid me) Now here I am at 35 and my cancer is back my current Dr. wasen't thinking cancer so he wouldn't check for it. after much pushing by me me he finally checked. My breast cancer is back and has…
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Got rid of the curls!
It's been 10 months now since my last chemo and I finally decided the curls just weren't me so I got them cut off today. My hair is really short now but I like it much better than the ugly frizzy curls I had. I feel like I finally took a step towards taking my life back and it feels wonderful!!! Now I'm going to enjoy…
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How old were you when dx
I am 50, I feel blessed that I got to this age. Was dx on May 14 of this year.
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Happy Birthday to you today Lisa/Moopy!
I know you are far away in Heaven Lisa, but, you are always in all of our hearts! Your favorite dancing lil kitty, ♥ Noel
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One year since Lumpectomy
One year ago today I was waiting to have the Needle localization done and was a bundle of nerves. I know some women have a lot of pain with this. Mine was not to bad. Then on to the sentinel node mapping, then to pre-op to wait for lumpectomy. I cannot believe it has been a year and then again I am thinking only a year!!…
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Bone Scan is clear!
Just got my results yesterday and bone and CT is clear! Thanks again for all your help. Hugs and Love, Wanda
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echo better than muga scan
had my echo and all is well I was advised sometimes the muga is not that accurate, My echo was great and I can go back on Herceptin after my pet scan.
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Moopy's Birthday (Wed) Balloon Release
Our beloved Lisa's Birthday is Wednesday. What do you think about doing a balloon release at a certain time on that day? What would be the best time for everyone? This way each of us can send her a special message in or on the balloon(s). ♥ Cat
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Being new
I am so glad I found this site, I look forward to being able to turn here with questions and a little moral support. Other sites I had found were a lott about just dying not surviving. Im sorry we had to come together for cancer but its good to be together. Thank you.
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99 Luftballons auf dem weg zum Horizont - 2 for Moopy
Does anyone recognize this old eighties song by Nena about 99 balloons? They cause quiet a racket so the song goes. Let's see if we can make it to 99. I will release 2 tomorrow and I posted photos on my expression page... So I get two wishes -1- I hope Moopy will get our message and know she's missed and loved 2-is for…
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Cant TASTE anything!
does anyone have any good suggestions on getting rid of that horrible taste? I feel hungry but just the thought of putting anything in my mouth makes my tummy turn. I can't taste anything and nothing seems to statisfy my taste buds! Gotta love the chemo side effects!
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Saw radiologist today
and he said my skin had healed well. He told me to continue to massage the areas where my breasts used to be and use cream as it will help with the nerve ending twinges I get. I'm still a bit numb on the sides of my body where the sentinel nodes were removed. I see him again the end of November. I see onc next week.…
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hot flushes...help!
I am on 7th treatment of Taxol and Herceptin and I have begun to have hot flushes during the day, but worse at night. I have very small kids, so when they wake me, I have a hot flush immediatley, sweating...terrible. Has anyone experienced this with chemo? Do they go away......?
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Going to Look Good Feel Better tonight!
Can't believe how excited I am to go! I have never even worn much makeup but have noticed how washed out I am without mascara! And at 53, I am getting chemo acne! Thanks to everyone who mentioned this! ~Carol
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The Northern CA get together has grown...
We now have seven wonderful strong women attending! But our most recent guess is a surprise!!! Hmmmm....who could it be? I won't tell, no matter what!! Can't wait to see all of you, and give you real hugs!! Hugs, Linda
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First Gyn exam since starting Tamoxifen
Tuesday 3/22 is my first gyn exam since starting Tamoxifen in August. What kind of gyn changes have any of you experienced with Tamoxifen? The dr said I would most likely have a biopsy to check my uterus. I can't remember (surprise..)the name of the procedure. I have not noticed any changes yet from the meds. I haven't had…
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Going for my lumpectomy today.
SCARED to death! I know I will get through this. I'm 43, and my family didn't even call me yesterday to wish me luck. I am thankful for a wonderful husband and great, great friends! I pray every day for a cure for cancer. It took my Mom at age 55.
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Just to let you know how I am doing
First of all, my lovely flowers are still thriving! They are beautiful purple and make me smile, so thank you again. Well, today I seem to have some energy, I have so much nausea and seem to throw up every day. I still have the blood clot and I am becoming a pro at giving myself the needles in my stomach. I never thought…
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Today is the day
I began the posting as Tommorrow is the day. However it is after midnight so today is the day of my lumpectomy. It will happen in the afternoon. I am at peace with this decsion and it probably has a lot to do with the prayers you have been saying for me from the beginning of my journey. So thank you for praying as it has…
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Junk Swap
Since the first box was WAY too heavy, I ended up mailing two! They are on their way up North as of this morning. They said 7-10 days, but I'm figuring on Saturday or possibly Monday. Enjoy! ♥ Cat
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Rip Mommy- Your little girl misses you!
my mom passed away 2 weeks ago from breast cancer. i am 18 years old so yea im still young. i miss her very much, she was my best friend. i feel very lost without her. but i kno that i have to stay strong and be the woman she wanted me to be. but it is still hard. i am planning to do the cancer run in NY in october because…
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Implants-how can mammograms be done?
I do not have implants nor plan on getting them-but just curious HOW! One friend I tried to talk into mammo exam and said OH no I had implants...but I am sure you must still be able to have life saving tests done with them-can't you? Thanks..I know curiosity killed the cat...