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Checking BP after bilateral masectomy
My friend who had the bilateral masectomy 2 weeks ago asked me about taking her BP. She only had nodes rempved on the side with the tumor. Is it ok for her to take her blood pressure on the other arm or not? I know I was told not to use my left arm for BP which was the side I had lumpectomy I was unsure so I came to the…
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Saw Chemo Dr today -
Saw Dr. T. today - 1 1/2 yrs since first Chemo and a bit over a year since last Chemo - he doesn't want to see me for another 6 months. YEAH! Especially considering I'm IBC - right now I'm beating the odds. Susan
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first day out with no hair....and the wind caused much blushing!!!
Hi All Had a good laugh today. Went out with my new long, aurburn wig that my hubby loves..to say that i was so hot ( literally sweating) is no exaggeration. got home and put my scarf and hat on....went to the mall on the beach and my hat flew off into the hands of a bunch of good-looking surfers...did i die?? YES YES YES,…
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Was I mean? (long post)
An oncology nurse told me I was mean and asked me why I was always angry whenever I called them. You decide: After months of being jerked around by the oncology department I finally just went off on them. For starters, my Dr. moved away - too much of a commute for him. (It happens, no doubt he's got an outside life too!)…
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MetastatiC breast cancer
Great to find this website! Hello every one, I have been looking through many site and I found this web site seem very interesting so I decided to share my story. A friend of mine have been diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. She had her mastectomy a few month ago, however her cancer is back and is spreading…
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I think I am in danger of becoming permanently attached to the couch
Seriously, I have absolutely no drive or ambition. Just totally drained. My onc appt is Thursday and I requested labs prior to, so that we would have results then. I'm not worried about bc returning (right now), just wonder about thyroid (rads), electolyes, depression. I have Effexor, but never started it. I just want to…
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Anyone have headaches with rads?
I've had 8 treatments so far, and had a headache after each one. I will see the rads onc on Tues and ask him also. I've made it this far on the roller coaster because you have all been there with me, so I really value your input. Hugs, Linda
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Out of the mouths of children ( kind of funny)
I thought I would share this funny with you guys. I was substitute teaching a 4th grade class yesterday. While I was sitting at the desk working, a little girl came up and touched my hair (shall I say wig) and told me that whoever was dying and cutting my hair was doing a terrible job because it just didn't look right!! I…
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Nice thoughtful comments
I have read "what not to say" I was wondering how many nice, kind caring words! I must say I had wonderful friends-always at the other end of phone calls-said how strong I was or how upbeat....I am sure more words will come to top of list...but just curious of the GOOD COMMENTS or acts of kindness. MY Vt friend drove down…
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~Let's Wish Cypress Cynthia Good Luck Tomorrow For Her Doctor's Appointment ~ Praying For Good Resu
Tomorrow you see your oncologist for your results Cynthia, and, I want you to know that I will be praying for good results! Hugs, Kylez
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Did anyone here decide not to do reconstruction?
I have been considering an option recommended to me by my breast surgeon and by the "second opinion" specialist. They are suggesting for several reasons that I consider a double mastectomy. Depending on the results of an upcoming diagnostic mamogram and ultrasound, I may be forced to make my decision fairly quickly. I was…
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Post Surgery Check Up
Well hubby took me to my appt. today and with the exception of the fact I feel gross it all went well. It seems somewhere along the way I got bronchitis so I am coughing up a storm (no fun with stitches) and running light fevers. Doc put me on a z pack which should do the trick, the stuff I was on just was not quashing it.…
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rads 2 start next week
I will be starting rads sometime next week. I had a simulation this past Thursday. I will have 7 weeks of therapy. I hear it is not as bad as chemo but still I am nervous.
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I'm still up at 1:30 am ... is chemo the culprit?
Am I allowed to take something while in treatment? like a little sleepy aid? Last night I slept. I need my Z's!
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Gabapentin
Ok, so I had my node biopsy on Thursday...I was feeling better, my pain is almost gone...only bad when I move...lol. Anyway, the dr had given me Gabapentin (prescription) and tylenol 3...I'm not using the tylenol anymore, but I don't know if I'm supposed to stay on the Gabapentin...apparently it's for nerve pain...which I…
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Milk- Bad for breast cancer?
Hi everyone, As most of all of you- I read a lot... just about everything I can get my hands on about Breast Cancer. My mom was diagnosed in Jan. 2011. Milk- there seems to be 2 school of thoughts. A few articles say dairy is not good for you and can increase breast canncer symtoms or diagnoses. A side effect of removing…
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How Are You Doing Meena? Haven't Seen An Update From You Lately.
Wondering how you are doing Meena after your treatment. Praying you are doing well. Hugs, Kylez
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Clean away cat spray? (off topic)
A cat sprayed one of the truck seats and OMG does it ever smell just awful. Anybody have this happen? What did you use to clean it away? I'd sure appreciate help on this one please!
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You can all pile out now, ladies, it's been fun...
But please remind me never to take a busload of yowling, bored, restless pink sisters on any more roadtrips! I gave you iPads, candy bars, magazines, milkshakes, and I even stopped off in Rock Island, Illinois so you could ALL get a pedicure. I sent my puppy angel Eefy back there to try and settle you down, and now all she…
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Updated Path info
Just received the last path report. Oncologist appt not for three weeks. But, from what I have heard today, this is not bad. See what everyone thinks: I have invasive ductal carcinoma; Stage 11, T2, and Grade 3. No lymph node involvement. I am estro/prog positive, and Her2 negative. From what I gather, I will be having…
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A 'girls' week at the gym ... a look into my life, hahahaha
A WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM .... This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine Dear Diary, For my birthday this year, I purchased a week of personal training at the local health club. Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I…
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I am riding in Eve tomorrow night
Despite what you've heard about Mardi Gras, it is 90% a family affair and the monkey business is relegated to the French Quarter. The streets of the suburbs and other family neighborhoods are lined with ladders that have special seats for the little kids to watch the parades and be in prime position to catch throws. There…
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Survivor Exercise
I just started a "survivor exercise" program at my clinic. It's wonderful - a 12 week program. My physical therapist wanted me to do this to help with several things - one of the main things being range of motion on my mastectomy/alnd side without making my lymphedema worse. Also, I'm on Arimidex, and exercise should help…
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Be careful what you post on the internet
I do work for my doctor. One of my assignments is to search the internet for his name to be sure that information is correct, such as name of practice, address, phone etc. This week i searching away and found a posting that went back to a pool party that he gave in the summer of 2003. The posting contained many, many…
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If you had to do it again - would you choose Neulesta or low WBCs? Feels like doctor is making me ch
I met with my oncologist last week who said she "could" give me Neulesta if I "wanted it" but, due to bone pain, hassles of getting extra shots and expense, she had not been planning to. I;ve done 8 weeks of 12 of Taxol so far with no drop in WBCs, but my next round of FEC all three drugs are very likely to drop my white…
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lifting after tram flap surgery
I am having a single mastectomy and tram flap surgery in 2 weeks. I am concerned about lifting after the tram flap surgery. I know for several weeks I will be limited but what about 6 months down the road? Will I be able to lift my grandchildren?
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Dr. Rosenfeld - hot flashes and cholesterol
Was sort of watching TV this morning when Dr. Rosenfeld was on. He said 2 things that were sort of interesting. One was about a study that said that the earlier you have hot flashes after starting menopause the better - less likely to have heart problems. (Wonder where that puts me - have never had hot flashes either when…
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I paid $3.91 per gallon of gas, this afternoon .. for premium
geez, the price of gas has gone up almost .20 cents in the past 5 days. I have no doubt, that we will be seeing prices climb close to $5.00 per gallon, soon. Living in Southern California Vicki Sam
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OK I peeked ;-)
I had my bone scan today at the hospital where I work. I was able to go straight upstairs and pull up all of the images on my work computer. The right 5th and 8th ribs are still lighting up, but I think a little less so. I didn't see anything else, but, of course, this is not my area of expertise and my view on my little…
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Grade 3 of 3
Diuagnosed with IDC and had a partial mastectomy this past Monday. Received only partial results of my pathology report, as doctor was out of office. Was informed the margin area was negative, which is good, but am grade 3 of 3. Was told the Stage and the T size would be give at time of oncology appointment. I have been…