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Lunch
A good friend (high school classmate) had endo cancer the same time as me. We supported each other as she went through chemo for endo ca and me for breast cancer. Now that we're both back to our relatively normal selves, we thought it would be fun to have lunch with some of our other classmates (women only, of course).…
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Study re DCIS and radiation and tamoxifen
New study in the Lancet Oncology which shows benefits of radiation and tamoxifen with DCIS: Interpretation: This updated analysis confirms the long-term beneficial effect of radiotherapy and reports a benefit for tamoxifen in reducing local and contralateral new breast events for women with DCIS treated by complete local…
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What to wear while waiting to get prothesis
Hi all, I will probably be going in the next couple of weeks for my prothesis, but looking for suggestions on what to wear while waiting. I am not sure I am healed enough from surgery to wear a bra yet. I have been wearing button down shirts where I pinned a piece of quilt batting to cover the surgical area. Does anyone…
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I met two Florida sisters
On the last day of my vacation I had dinner with two wonderful sisters, Shy Violet and Natly AKA Cheryl and Sandy. we talked and talked and as Sandy said before the waitress came by 4 times asking us for our order! these ladies are lovely,and we had a great time. I posted some pics on my expressions page (thanks to my…
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I do not like Adriamycin or Neulasta
I just have to tell ya'll that I do NOT like adriamycin or the neulasta shot. I have never felt so bad in my life. I haven't been nauseaus, just extremely tired with body aches. Actually it's my forehead and the top of my head that hurts the worse. Oh and the acid reflux is horrible! I called my onc today and he prescribed…
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Has anyone heard anything from Lorrie/Balentine?
I really miss her and her spiritual posts and pray she is doing well. Hugs, Angie
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Just back from rads got good news!!!!!
I called ahead and made a appointment with my new rads Dr, before radiation today. We had a long talk. I told her all my problems and concerns. She reviewed the first Dr orders ( remember the idiot ) and changed things for me. I originally was having 28 rads and 5 boosters with bolases which means your skin gets 100%…
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Superbowl Fans?????!!!!!
Fox 4 news is reporting a possible bomb at the stadium!!!! o what will Jerry do LOL
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MaMaG .. Please post if you can, we are worried and want to make sure you are alright.
Continued prayers for you, and your family. Please post when possible. We are here for you. Strength, Courage and Peace. Vicki Sam
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radiation #5 of 30 and I'm blistered already! :(
I have completed 5 rounds and I am blistered! I have used the lotion that was perscribed. I have been careful when washing. I have done what they said to do, BUT I am blistered right on the surgery scar and red . . . wow does it hurt! I called the nurse today, she is going to have a doctor there to check me before my…
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kind of embarassing to ask on here
Has anyone had bleeding- after many years of no period?(almost 4 yrs) I had Lumpectomy almost 3 yrs ago, 8 wks radiation and 18 mths tamoxifen-2 ultrasounds followed by D & C (last one 5 wks ago) I was a bit alarmed-went to gyno monday -he dindt' seem overly concerned-did some tests & I should be getting a call back today…
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Caught between two valid different view points on tamoxifen
I recently had a double mastectomy with SNB. i had DCIS. path report comes back, of course, cancer is clear. as a side note, i was on hormones for abnormal periods with pain, blood clots,severe fatigue,etc. oncologist reccomends ovary removal. the oncologist said that there is no need for tamoxifen since all my milk ducts…
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SoCal gathering - hugs, memories, and pictures
A group of us from the Southern California area got together for lunch this afternoon here in the San Fernando Valley -- we hugged, laughed, remembered our dear Heidi and Moopy, and reminded ourselves how important it is to enjoy life with companions for the journey. And we took lots of pictures, of course -- I've posted…
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breast cancer
I'm in the very beginning stage of diagnosing a lump found in right breast. I'm dealing with other health issues (bulging discs/neuropathy in feet/cornea issues); this one more problem with my body I feel like giving up and letting whatever is found take its course with no treatment. Anyone felt like this?
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On Femara and Lupron CAn anyone tell me if Estrogen levels of 22 is good? Breast Cancer Mets to B
I want my estrogen level as low as possible. I was a 22 yesterday. Is that low enough?
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Today is Cahjah75's Anniversary!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAAAAPPPPPY ANNIVERSARY! May your day be filled with the love & joy you both shared on your wedding day! ♥ Cat
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Brother-in-law dx
I found out yesterday that my husband's brother (64 yrs old) was dx with lung, liver and bone cancer. He was meeting with his dr today to discuss options for treatment. He has already survived prostate cancer several years ago. Please keep him in your prayers. My husband has already lost a brother to throat & mouth cancer…
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10 husbands and still a virgin? I apologize if you are an attorney, but, this is a good HA HA
10 Husbands, Still a Virgin A lawyer married a woman who had previously divorced ten husbands. On their wedding night, she told her new husband, "Please be gentle, I'm still a virgin." "What?" said the puzzled groom. "How can that be if you've been married ten times?" "Well, Husband #1 was a sales representative: he kept…
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Light a candle tonight
Let's all light a candle this evening for all our ailing sisters. The news is upsetting but we can pray and we can in unison light a candle. I will light mine at 8 pm this evening EST. Hope u all will join me.
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Good luck Thursday Mama G!
I read where you are going to Moffitt Thursday morning and I wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Good luck, Kylez
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Care-agram to MammaG
MammaG, where you able to find a treatment? STOP Don't forget we care and worry about you.STOP Please let us know how you are doing. STOP LOTSA Love, Ayse STOP ;)
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Barb A- Are you still on this board?
Dear Barb A. Are you still on this board? If so, I would like to talk to you. Lots of Hugs, Janelle
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Tamoxifen and Skeletal Muscle Cramping
I'm at my wits end. Does anyone else have cramping in their neck, shoulders, upper back, torso, knees, and arms/hands as well as feet? My family doctor tried a change in my other meds in order to see if they were the culprits. No luck. My oncologist thinks there is no way that tamoxifen could cause this. She sent me to a…
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How are you doing Meena with your new chemo treatment? Please check in with us!
Knowing you were starting a new chemo, and, not seeing you on the board lately, I was hoping you were doing ok with the chemo. Let us know please. Hugs, Kylez
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Why you chose reconstruction...or didn't
I am one chemo treatment away from finishing 8 rounds of neo-adjuvant therapy for a large tumor. THANK GOD!!! ...just had to get that in. I'm going to the surgeon 2 weeks after the last treatment to dicuss my options and I would like to have as much information as possible before I go. If you don't mind sharing your story…
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cute little chuckle for the day
When Love Fades... Last night I was sitting on the sofa watching TV when I heard my wife's voice from the kitchen "What would you like for dinner my Love?... Chicken, beef or fish?" I said, "Thank you, I'll have chicken." She replied "You're having soup, ****. I was talking to the cat."
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A big Thank You!!!!
I was taking a nap today, when what do I hear...no it wasnt a sleigh with 8 tiny reindeer, but close!!! It was the mailman delivering a package filled with cards and gifts from the ladies on this site. Thank you so much, that was so much fun opening the cards and packages, i also plan on writing each of you personally. The…
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This is TOO good to keep to myself!
Ladies, one of the worst side effects we all experience is anxiety. I myself had a bad case of it. Did not take any medication, maybe I should have in hindsight. But I found something better now. Meditation - don't worry no humming or chanting. I found this great DVD. And would you believe it- I actually fell asleep during…
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Local recurrance - mastectomy and resonstruction options
Hi all. Well... where to start... I was first diagnosed with stage IIB (2.1cm), ER/PR+, Her2Neu-, invasive ductal cancer in 1998. I had a lumpectomy with ax node disection, followed by AC chemo, radiation, and five years of Tamoxifen. I have had a couple of scares with microcalcifications over the years, but have basically…
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Breast removal
Has anyone ever experience cancer coming into their other breast after removing one? Is it something more than likely to happen? Is it best to remove both breasts although the cancer was only in one? Also, has anyone experience the cancer spreading to the chest as well from the breast? How long is recoverey after surgery?