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Sweat Lodge and Retreat
Just found out the dates for the Spring Sweat Lodge and Retreat - 2nd weekend in April. I'm #13 signed up for it so taking that as a positive! The Sweat Lodge is an option you can do (if health allows) in the morning before the official start of the Retreat (noon). It is done by Lakota Veterans and is a very Spiritual…
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halfway through rads today
11 days down, 11 more to go. But let me tell you, this twice a day stuff is pretty tedious. My skin is doing pretty good so far, only red and a little itchy. And the expected fatigue has kicked in. But when those 11 days are done, I will be done with treatments and will only have follow up stuff to deal with. Hugs and…
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Estrogen + Question
Hi Ladies! Just had a curiosity. My tumor was rich in estrogen (99%). I know many women have the same case. I was suggested I take the chemo treatment from my Dr., as well as the 5-year pill to help stop the estrogen. Now, what happens after this period? I am 32, and will probably continue to have my periods by the time…
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Weight Loss - WARRIORS, How we doing???? Checking in
.. It's been a while, just wanted to make sure that we have our head, mind and spirits in the game of getting healthy, trim and fit. Life throws many obstacles in our path - weather, family, children, work obligations or self pity parties. We either flourish during these times, or, we turn to food for comfort. I am walking…
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My mom just got diagnosed with Breast cancer
Hi the diagnose of my mom is: Invasive Ductal Carcinoma with Medullary features Can someone kind of explain it to me...I do know it is the most aggresive one... but what will happen... what do they mean by "with medullary features"? Is that really bad etc.. Please help!
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Thanks to all my Pink Warriors
My chemo yesterday went off without a hitch!! I can't believe it, I'm finally done! I wanted to thank all of you wonderful ladies for the support and comraderie. Sorry, I'm having a chemobrain day. Everything I write or type comes out wrong. You know what I mean, don't you? I go today for my LAST NEULASTA shot!! Whoppeee!…
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Shout Out to Meena
Meena havent heard from you in a few days. Know you were feeling low but please post when you feel up to it. You are very special to all us pink sisters and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Lots of love and (((((((((HUGS))))))))))
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NED is doing the Texas 2 step!!
Sorry ladies but NED is busy tonight!! I had my first mammo since chemo ended this morning and is was all clear. God Bless (((hugs))) Janice
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Boki had a stereo-tactic biopsy....
Hi everyone, I finally had my stereo-tactic biopsy this past Wednesday....I had a really bad experience...the anesthesia didn't work well, I felt a huge pain and I passed out in the middle of procedure. Dr stopped immediately and said she didn't get as much samples as she wanted, but I am waiting on results now. I called…
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tumor marker tests
I have had breast cancer twice. The drs said they were not related, they were 2 separate cancers. I had one 7 yrs ago and one 1 yr ago. When I go back for check ups, my doctor doesn't do any blood tests on me. Is this normal? Many of my friends who have had breast cancer say they have a tumor marker blood test every time.…
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spring break & rest
I am a teacher and am dealing with chronic fatigue from anemia and terrible bone & joint pain from frmara and tamoxifen. I am trying to cope with both, but it has been so hard. Last night, the sadness for "what used to be" set in and I had a little pity party for myself . Thanks to you all who are honest enough to say that…
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? About Cysts
I have very dense fibrocystic breasts. They cause me alot of pain! Needless to say, this creates a whole new level of anxiety & fear now that I have the "history". It weighs heavy on my mind every time they ache & I feel the lumps, that it may be back. After reading over the results of my Ultrasound, it says that they…
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Update about my mom
Since I have posted on this board before, I though I have to update you about my mom's diagnosis. Unfortunately, her second oncologist ruled out the breast cancer possibility and none of her tests could lead to the primary tumor. She is going to be treated now for cancer of unknown primary. She is starting radiotherapy on…
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~~~An Irish HA HA~~~
Two Irish mothers, Kate and Lorna were talking about their sons. Kate says, 'My Patrick is such a saint. He works hard, doesn't smoke, and he hasn't so much as looked at a woman in over two years.' Lorna responds, 'Well, my Francis is a saint himself. Not only hasn't he not looked at a woman in over three years, but he…
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just back from Mx...TSA always an adventure
Returned last night from the latest Mexico trip. Security in Mexico was uneventful...even with the lymph pump in the carry on. However, Miami TSA was time consumping this time. Each time it is different! Both carry ons caused concern to them.... I had the garment and wires in one, and husband had the pump machine. They…
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Hospital and Doctor Diagnosis'- Funny For The Day
This was just sent to me by a friend who is in the medical field, and she swears she has seen similar notes on patients records: No wonder so many people die in the hospitals. They're as bad as everything else! HOSPITAL CHART BLOOPERS (Actual writings from hospital charts) 1 . The patient refused autopsy. 2. The patient…
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Finish Rads in 2 days!!
Can't wait to finish my 33 rad sessions on Tuesday! It has been more of an inconvenience having to travel there everyday before work then the rads themselves. Thanks for all your help with the cream suggestions, etc. I found that Xclair cream has worked the best for me. It is by prescription only but definately works. I am…
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Idiot sightings
I handed the teller @ my bank a withdrawal slip for $400.00 I said "May I have large bills, please" She looked at me and said "I'm sorry sir, all the bills are the same size." When I got up off the floor I explained it to her.... IDIOT SIGHTING When my husband and I arrived at an automobile dealership to pick up our car,…
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Implants
Anybody do implants after radiation? I've talked to 2 different docs. One wants to do Lattisimus flap with silicone implants underneath (one surgery, no expanders). The other wants to do expanders then silicone implants with xenoderm. I really believed I wanted the 2nd one but can't seem to stay off the internet and now…
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Our sisters in harms way
I am sitting here on the east coast watching the "news" that is threatening several of our sisters and brothers. I hope you are all safe and taking any precautions necessary. Let us know when you can. Take care!!
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Another update....ugh
I went in to have a new power port put in, well when they took the old port out they were unable to put a new one in. They said that my veins were too deteriated and there may be clots, also they think the cancer may have spread to my lungs or a tumor is growing! So off i went for ct scan on Thursday. I will get the…
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Pity Party
Hi! Haven't been on in a while, but... I need to know if this is "normal" or if I'm losing it. I have been done with active treatment since January 7th. I'm taking Arimidex for the next 5 years. I I'm feeling okay, except tired and my joints ache, but nothing horrendous. I'm down, and I'm not sure why. I would hate to…
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Went to the ER yesterday.....
I just wasn't feeling quite right yesterday...well, actually I was feeling a lot not right yesterday! I was unsure of myself, didn't trust that I could even take a shower without falling down (never a good thing!!) shaky, light-headed, and short of breath with a dry cough . I finally called Reggie to come home from playing…
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Going in again after lumpectomy
I just met with my surgeon for a post-op appt. I had a lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy last Monday. Although the good news is that my lymph nodes were clean, he wants to go back in and get clearer margins. I know this is common from my reading on this site but I am so annoyed right now. Basically he said he got all the…
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Chemo Angels
I just got my person to send to through Chemo Angels - so Happy! Any one interested in findout about this organizeation to participate as a recievee or sendee go to www.chemoangels.net Susan
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So, when all this started....
we had just moved into a new home. It's been a year and a half, I need to finish up the little things that were left undone - a little molding here, a mirror there, shelves in the closets, etc. Probably about 2 days work for the contractor, but a weeks worth for me -hauling out the closets & countertops, all the stuff I…
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mailed my box today :)
Mailed my junk swap box today! Hope the receiver enjoys my stuff!!!
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abdominal and lower back pain should i be worried
I'm 6 weeks out of chemo just started radiation as of today i have had 9 treatments and in the last week my abdomen and back has been hurting i had port flushed today and onc.Dr. took a urine sample has anyone ever had this? really nervous!! radiation only to the left side where mastectomy is.MOLLYZ
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Securing the pocket -strange post op
Recap: exchange surgery 12/29/2010. Both sides slipped to underarm. Revision surgery to secure pocket Feb.11. It's been a rough 3 weeks. Having the chest tissue stitched to reinforce, feels just like the description. Yuck! Every move you make tugs and pulls at the stitching. Just the thought makes me queasy. I have been…
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still feel sick
1st chemo last thurs tried to go to work today came home at noon felt sick so frustrated. I have 7 more to go and just already tired of feeling like crap. Taking the meds trying to eat but no matter what either feel sick after eating or stomach aches and the urge to get sick. Not sure what to do. Di