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Chemo #3
Next Tuesday, Nov. 30th is my #3 Chemo treatment. Feeling good this week. Only doing one thing each day, going slow; slow and careful, stopping when needed to rest. Some days can't do anything so taking advantage of these good days. Dread the side effects but am happy to be on #3. My fingernails seem to be turning purple…
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If given the choice... chemo or no??
Ok friends, weeks ago, after reviewing my ONCO (22 to 14 to 9) with my nurse, she gave me the choice of whether or not to face chemo tx's. She also gave me two different regimens to choose from. I jumped in head first and said hell ya I'm going to do everything I can to fight what we can't see right? Well, now that I've…
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2010 Can't Get Over Soon Enough!
What a year! I can't wait for it to be over. I went to a urologist today, because my last few urine samples have had small amounts of blood in them. I have to have another ultrasound next week. Then on December 20 I have to have cystoscopy. They wanted to do it on December 1st, but that is my exchange surgery. Hard to…
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Good News - Finished Radiation Treatments
Yesterday was my last of 33 treatments. I am so glad it is finally over. I will still have to use the creams for some time since my skin did burn and I have some open areas, but its good to me done with this phase! Like everyone has said, I don't know what to expect next. I have an appointment with my medical oncologist on…
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Side affects from Chemo drugs
Does anyone know of Herceptin the chemo drug? It affected my lungs and would like to know if anyone was on it and did it affect your lungs.
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My ornaments are ADORABLE!!
Thank you so much for my beautiful gourd ornaments. They are adorable! I am going to use them for decorating in the fall as well as for the holidays! You are awesome! Anna
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50 warm fuzzies
I have now made 50 blankets! Yay! I gave 20 to the Infusion Center at the hospital today. They were very appreciative and will begin to give them out in December. If they start to go too quickly, I will make more. It has been a lot of fun.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
I haven't been here as much as I would like to be, but life has a way of happening, doesn't it? I am a primary caregiver of an elderly parent, and between taking care of her and subbing part time, my time is at a premium! Anyway, I think if all if you and want to wish all my sistahs a very Happy and safe Thanksgiving!…
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HaHa, Ha?
Three young male dogs were strutting down the street when they saw a lovely Poodle. The three quickly ran to her, all trying to impress her, asking her out. She said,"Boys! Please! The first one who can intelligently use the words 'Liver' and 'Cheese' in a sentence will be my date. The striking black Lab said "I love liver…
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Happy Thanksgiving
Hoping that all of you have the best turkey day ever! Thanksgiving hugs, Leeza
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The Happiest of Holidays to you all.
The Happiest of Holidays to you all. Hugs Donna
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I am wishing everyone a happy thanksgiving
My onco is going to wait to see if I worsen with the second one of taxol. I told her benadryl is not helping. I dont like taxol and it does not like me. It seems that my hair is trying to grow back in. I hope it stays. I took the look good feel good class was not for me I just not the makeup girl. Up side everyone in the…
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Getting my last chemo as we speak!
My journey started in May at 36 with triple negative stage 1. After lumpectomy, genetic testing, chemo - A/C and exempra, a night in the hospital for chest pains and a birthday I celebrate my last chemo today! I still have eight weeks of rads but I am happy today! Lots to be thankful for!
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finally...some good news!!
So, I found out today, the chemo is working and the tumor in my liver and spine are shrinking. Finally, after 6 freaking months the chemo is working!!! I am still very tired, and I have been having some chest pain. But they did find a problem (of course, didn't think it was that easy) there is some fluid build up, so have…
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taken to court...don't they know you can't get blood from a turnip??
I'm being sued by my dentist's office! I have to go to small claims court in a week and a half. I'm behind a total of 3 payments, and the total amount I owe them is less than $1,000. The thing that really gets me is, I never got anything from them before I got the summons. A bill collector called me after my 2nd payment…
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Ornament
I'm mailing my ornament today! Who will be the secret recipient? Is it you, or you? You'll just have to wait a few days. Happy Thanksgiving one and all!!
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Happy Thanksgiving To My Sisters In Pink!
Wishing all of you a blessed day! I plan on eating too much and falling into a food coma. How about you? LOL Big hugs, Megan
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Gobble, gobble...thanksgiving...free range and no hormones...just like me!
Thanksgiving has taken on a renewed meaning for me this year. I wanted to thank all the ladies and the few gentlemen too for the collective wisdom that is preserved here. This site is so much richer and ultimately valuable by the contributions and shared insights of all that visit. When I was first diagnosed I googled…
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Another sleepless night....
Any idea how the long steroids stick with you? Third night in arow that I can't sleep.... I'm taking 16mg. of dexamethason total each day- the day before, day of and day after treatment. The last two nights I got about three hours sleep each night, tonight is looking like the same. I really like my sleep, but it sure…
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good report about incision scar
Turns out the "lump" is really a final part of healing that my surgeon equated to a "shelf" of the tissues from each side coming together. It will always be there, but he suggested plastic surgery for the scar......I will think about it. Thank you for all of your prayers. After that I went for an oral surgery consult,…
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Did you know that NED has a first cousin???? He is dancing with me!!!!
For our new ones here, we often refer to "dancing with NED" which means celebrating that there is No Evidence of Disease. We obviously love NED and share him happily and willingly with all of the Kindred Spirits. That having been said...I am not quite dancing with NED, but I had an awesome,faith-building, happy, reason to…
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The Biggest Loser
The Biggest Loser tomorrow night (Tuesday, November 23) will join forces with the Ford Warriors in Pink. They will show that battle that takes inner strength, determination and commitment to beat breast cancer. I'm looking forward to watching it.
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Good Onc. visit today!
I had a check up with the Onc. today and all was well. I go back in 3 months for mammogram. God Bless (((Hugs))) Janice
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Faslodex
Does anyone know anything about this new drug, Faslodex? I read a little on the internet that it might be superior to AIs in preventing recurrence? Ohilly
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WOW...I received my ornament
and it's so perfect! YOU are such a special lady and we are truly linked in so many ways. I can't believe how many things we have in common! You're letter was so beautiful and touched my heart. It just so happened that today, my daughter came home from college and we had planned to decorate our tree. I went to the mail box…
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FMLA
Curious if anyone used the FMLA..? I thought i posted and can't see it..so if repeat sorry.. I did not use it..but just wondering if helpful/ works like it is suppose to!
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I am speechless ... Just received my box of goodies .. from my Secret Santa .. Oh My .. How Excite
Well .. I am smiling from ear to ear, cuz my secret Santa (Cypress Cynthia) knows me soooo well. I can not believe my good fortune .. My ornament is from the NFL - Team Spirit - Hand Painted Glass Mascot with New Orleans Saints Football -- How spot on - and precise this gift is .. I adore it! Thank you for the time and…
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Femara Eye Problems
Hello, I've been on femara for 13 months now. I have the usual muscle aches, nausea, fatigue that are femara side effects but in the last few months have had problems with my eyes. Blurred vision, burning sensation, etc which is truly upsetting me since I now cannot read my beloved books, work on my pc, etc. Well, I…
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I received so much more than an ornament!
OK, so I get the box, and I think this is kinda big and heavy for an ornament...what pretty paper...surprised the post office didn't mess it up...I carefully opened it...and out poured so much love and care! With the love and care were several ornaments, each of them truly beautiful. My favorites are the feather painted by…
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Got ornament today
Thank you for the ornaments Blownaway60. I can't wait to put them on my tree. Have a happy thanksgiving and christmas.