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Sex question
I am going to assume that my (very out of the ordinary, for me) vaginal dryness is a Tamoxifen side effect. But, I am bleeding a lot from a normal, average encounter. Is there anything I should do tonight to reduce my chance for infection? I'll be calling my doc in the a.m. Jeeez!!
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20th colonscopy Thurs
Tomorrow is my great PREP day for my annual colonscopy... gotta love it.. Between my very bad veins, dehydrated from cleaning myself out & only being able to use ONE arm for blood, IV, BP...not loving it..but what cha gonna do!???!!! (ulcertive colitis 18 yrs) Denise
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Breaking news--prices
they'd better put them into the grocery stores too--getting that way there quickly. they said on the news "have you noticed your toilet paper is getting thinner?" along with all the prices that are going up within the next month or so. Breaking News: CNN reports: Beginning in early April, 2011, gas stations will start…
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Taleena... How are you doing
You have been on my mind. I hope things are ok on your end. When you have a chance, let us know how things are going for you. Take care, God bless. BL
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need advice on hair loss preparation
So it's 13 days since my first chemo and my hair is supposed to start falling out soon. I keep checking but so far, not... except maybe a little extra in the shower. They say not to order a wig until it really starts to fall out, but there are other items I wonder if I should jump on. Like - the net to catch my hair in…
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Just got home from my Mammo and all is good.
Just got home from my Mammo and all is good. Next one is scheduled in another 6 months. That will put me back on track for my annuals. Hugs to all Donna
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why cant I just be a miracle case?!?!?!?! :(
My markers went up again highest ever, now 182!!! My oncologist still seems optomistic, always does. She said "honestly she is surprised I am still here that there is not much study on cases with cancer cells in the CF fluid because patients dont usually last more than a couple of months" Her words!!!! Kinda set me back in…
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Pet scan tomorrow
Having my pet scan tomorrow, she, my onc, expects to see more signs of disease due to the lack of medication and my set back in November. My apointment is at 9:45 in the am. My next appt is the 15th and I will get results then. Ya'll coming with me? Need to reserve some ROOM :) ♥
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Thoughts and Prayers
Even though I'm supposed to be working, I took a few minutes to look at the recent posts. There a several ladies who are having tests, diagnosis', etc. I don't have time to post to each individually, so I want to let everyone know that I am keeping the individuals and all people on this board in my thoughts and prayers.…
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Surprise???
My boss wants to meet me this afternoon... She said she can't tell me till I get there. I am worried to say the least. Wish me luck. Hugs, Ayse
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Meena 1 -- We are thinking about you, and your appointment with Oncologist on Tuesday, how are yo
Positive thoughts, as well as prayers coming your way. Strength and Courage, Vicki Sam
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We have a full house! Kids arrived yesterday.....
YEA!!!! My beau's son and daughter, and his daughter's friend, came in yesterday from California....I am smiling from ear to ear!!!!! Last night for dinner we had traditional dutch: Thick split pea soup (with sausage in it), dark pumpernickel bread with butter and cheese, celery root salad, and full-cream ice cream for…
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A Question
I'm having trouble finding a bra that fits. I had reconstuction Oct.29, 2010. My old bra size is too small. The main problem is I need a bigger size around but once you get past a 42 the cups start losing padding I need to even things out. Any suggestions? I hope this made since. Janie
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Triple Negative Breast Cancer - What Can You Tell Me About It
A friend of mine was diagnosed with Stage I Invasive Breast Cancer and is classified as a triple negative. What can anyone tell me about that?
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Partially Celebrating NED!!
I finally got the all clear from my follow-up Mammo & Ultrasound! I still have a few more tests to complete to rule out the Beast lurking anywhere else, but I couldn't be any happier about this news! Just reaching THIS point feels like a great accomplishment!! ♥ Always, Cat
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Let's send positive thoughts, prayers and good luck to Libby and Meena this week please!
I know both of you are getting your results this week, and, I am praying for both of you! Hugs, Kylez
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Going for Consultation for a lumpectomy today
The biopsy results were not clear, so they are suggesting a lumpectomy. Are there any specific questions I should ask?
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Happy Mardi Gras!
Laissez les bons temps rouler! (let the good times roll) Hope you all have a happy day!
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Questions for oncologist
I am going for my first consultation with the oncologist on Thursday. I am beginning to write down questions to ask her. I was wondering if anyone has suggestions on what questions I should be asking. I would appreciate any input. Cindy
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1 month after chemo & i'm supposed to bounce right back.....
Ok here comes a nice big vent - so feel free to skip over this one if you don't want to listen to my whining. Up until now my husband has been so helpful through everything. Literally the week I had my last chemo everything changed. He's never home. He owns his own business, so he thinks that the only thing he has to do…
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Discovery and Space Station
I know this isn't directly related to BC but I feel I need to at least write about my feelings now. I am so thankful for all that science has given to so many areas of our lifes - especially health issues. Just a little bit ago I bundled up (it's 2F here) to go out and watch the Space Station pass overhead followed a few…
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A big thank you!!!!
Thank you all for the flowers!!!! They came on Sunday, I just did not get on here to thank everyone. I love they, they are a beautiful purple, a burst of spring in my house. My hubby took me away yesterday for our anniversary, it was great to get away overnight. But, thank you all for the flowers, I loved them
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Armidex
Hi everyone.Hope all is well.I had a question about Armidex please.I have been taking it for awhile now.But I have been out of it about 2 weeks.My moods are like a yoyo.It dawned on me today maybe it is because I am out of my Medicine.I order it from a company that is cheaper.But they have not sent me my new script.For you…
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Coping Part 2,,,
I want to thank all of the wonderful women who responded to my initial post "Coping". I am so grateful for all of you, for your words of encouragement, support and advice. Both my mother-in-law and a friend contacted me yesterday asking how they could "help" me, my husband and our daughters as I go through this cancer…
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PAIN IN RIGHT KNEE
I'm hoping someone can give me some advice, remedy, suggestions on how to alleviate some of the pain in my right knee. I started Arimidex on January 5, 2011 along with a daily dose of vitamin D (1200 units) and calicum (1000mg). For the past couple of weeks I've noticed my knee beginning to ache more and more. I have a…
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How to break the news?
I have some family members who are a bit fragile when it comes to hearing bad news. I have kept the diagnosis from many except my closest friends until after Tuesday morning when I get some answers from my surgical oncocologist. In this way I can avoid a lot of questions that I can't begin to answer. I have a daughter with…
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Positive framing language for breast cancer and mastectomy leads to shift in focus
OK, this may sound a little freaky and/or Polly-annish but my husband and I both came up these ideas independently this weekend so though it might be worth sharing. He has been telling people "my wife has breast cancer". Suddenly, this weekend, he shifted to saying "my wife is undergoing treatment for breast cancer." He…
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spouse or significent other
I just typed and lost -so i'll try again How do most of your spouses etc act in regards to BC... MINE likes to stick head in sand-recent comment well YOU're ok since caught early! (like I am good to go for life) He has gone to surgeon appts/hospital etc. But he never really asks or inquires about tests results etc...maybe…
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Coping
I'm a married 42 year old mother of three daughters, ages 10, 8 and 7. I was diagnosed with Stage 2, Grade 3, Triple Negative, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer on September 23, 2010; tumor size was 3.5cm and two out of 18 removed axillary lymph nodes were positive for cancer cells. I had my lumpectomy and axillary…
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I got a real hairstyle!
This is 8 months after chemo cocktails and I have 2 out of 10 more rounds of avastinto do.