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Breast Cancer

Radiation or not and WHY? How to make this decision.
Hello Everyone. Thank you for taking the time to post in this forum. I feel that the biggest challenges with a breast cancer diagnosis--good, bad, worse--are making decisions. I am 44 years young and have no history of BC in my family. Within the past two months, I have had regular and 3D mammograms on both breasts, a…
High vitamin b12 and high calcium levels and breast cancer
I have high levels on both b12 and calcium witch both corralate to many cancers including breast cancer. Just wondering if any one else had high levels before their diagnosis? These can cause so many types of cancer but doctors dont know much about either. Or how they relate. Can cause multiple cancers . Please check it…
Taxol stopped
My partner- TNBC- had 4 treatments of AC and then started Taxol Weekly. Scheduled for 12 but unfortunately she had a reaction after 5 of them and the Dr said "no more" due to possible risk to kidneys, liver,etc. she is very upset as she feels she did not do her part and that the cancer will be back. Dr assured us that…
62 and over NP Pass
I recently learned that the Senior Pass for 62 and over for National Parks (and other Federal Lands) which is now $10 forever (no renewal) will go up to $80 after next month. So just thought I'd pass that on incase anyone is interested in checking it out. Got "mine last Fri but Hubby doesn't turn 62 til Sept. Oh Ha Well -…
Granuloma after Chemo, Masectomy Radiation,Stge 3 ImmflamatoryBC
After a recewnt c-scan it was discovered I had smal nodels and granuloma in the left side of my long, which is the same side that I have my radiation, I was badly burned in the process, After the scan they did a biospy and a round of test on the sample for cancer, fungus , bacyeria and infections, it was all clear of any…
Low White blood count
Does anyone know what foods to eat to increase your white blood count? My Dr. didn't tell me he just put me on antibiotics. After last chemo I did not get the Neulastra and my WBC went way down. I thought maybe there is something I should be eating to increase it.
Camul about to conqueer El Capitan!!!!
They have this new way of getting up there now for novices. I remember seeing a guy in a sleeping bag half way up one time. Heyy! Carol! Let's go talk to the Indians there who will tell you all their legends about the place! Maybe with all the stuff you're taking you won't have to leave your home to do this! As you see,…
Herceptin and Perjeta Causing Restlessness
I'm Her2+, ER-, PR-, and on every 3-week Herceptin and Perjeta infusions. Stage 4, NED since Oct 28, 2015. Unfortunately, with previous Essential Tremor and Restless Legs, the Herceptin-Perjeta is causing chronic and increasing restlessness ("Akatesia"), funny movements with arms and legs, looks like palsy ("Dystonia"),…
Newbie seeking some advice on hair loss
Hello I am new to this CANCER SCARE but I refuse to let it get to me!!! I have my good days and bad days. I'm not vocal in regards to this so that's why I am starting with this forum. I just got my PowerPort in this past Tuesday and set to start my 1st round next Tuesday so it's now hitting me. I am trying to make a…
Finally, the tears
First denial; no this cannot be happening to me again! Three unrelated cancers, how could that be? Impossible! Then, searching for answers and decisions to be made. There must be a way out of this? Tonight, alone, and the tears finally come. It hurts and I am alone tonight. This is goiing to be a long battle and I am so…
Helping my Mom & Sister through Breast Cancer
My mother and sister are both Breast Cancer surviors, But during the begining stages they went through depression and anxiety, As a therapist in Hypnosis, I was able to relax the thoughts, which in turn, helped them believe in themselves and connect on having a future. to this day, I give mom and my sister sessions in…
Just for fun. What do you find binge worthy ?
I'm scheduled for surgery this week so I know I will have at least a week at home recovering. I can't stand daytime television and if I watch a news channel I just get depressed. I'd love to get some suggestions on television shows, or movies to watch while I'm at home. So my dear pinks , What do you find binge worthy?…
Not Sure Where To Turn
Hello everyone, not even sure this is appropriate or the right thing to do but I am totally unsure what to do. I am 39 and will be 40 in about 3 1/2 weeks. Because of this mammograms are not covered and I am having a difficult time finding on in the surrounding area for a reduced cost (perhaps even free). This didn't…
Continuing itching
Hi everyone.I have not been on here for awhile.Done with treatments and surgery.Had my yearly scans and mamo.They came back clean.Thank God.Doing good except for one issue of itching.Mostly at night.I have changed soap powder different bath soap.Tryed a lot of different lotions.Nothing helps.Dr. Said she thinks it is side…
Jaundice
I am afraid jaundice is starting. My eyes are a pale yellow now. I'm so scared I don't know what to do. My appt is Monday at 11. Should I wait til then? My husband is already afraid of losing me. I haven't told him about the jaundice or he'd really freak out. I just took my daughter to the airport for Spain this afternoon.…
High cholesterol/aromatase inhibitor connection?
Has anyone experienced a spike in cholesterol readings after starting Armidex or Femara? My LDL was 159 in December. I resisted going on meds and was faithful to eating low fat diet and increasing movement. Now my level jumped to 178! I am still not ready to add yet another drug into the mix, but I will take my PCP's…
Tissue Expanders
I'm new to this so please bear with me... I know that tissue expanders are only meant to stretch the skin/muscle and in no way touted to look like natural breast. But, with that said, will there be more projection as there are more fills? I had my BMX 2/17 and expanders placed 5/17 (200ccs at time of surgery). I've had…
How do they know if HER2+ is gone
How do Dr.s' know that the HER2+ is gone after all treatments? Do they do scans or biopsy on tissue? These are some of the questions I will be asking my oncologist today. They know Herceptin targets the HER2+ but how do they really know it is gone or in remission. If anyone has asked the answer to their oncologist I would…
Invasive Tubular Carcenoma
Anyone been diagnosed with Invasive Tubular Carcenoma? Recently found out due to biopsey. Have fatty tissue beside the mass so getting both out. Haven't had consult yet. Wondered if anyone has been diagnosed? Treatment plan? Reoccurrence or likely cancer in other breast?? thx! Melisa
Checking in with HapB
I haven't heard from you in a while. I am just checking to see how you are doing....
What is long term results of Diep flap breast reconstruction
I just have been diagnosed with breast cancer and for sure want a bmx but want to know about long term results of having Diep reconstruction. I know the procedure is fairly new and I have not been able to see what they look like years later. Is there anyone who have them for 5 +years and is still happy with the results?…
1 yr post treatment tests
Hello, friends Tomorrow I am having a mammogram and ultrasound 11 months post radiation treatment. While I am most grateful that my tests November 1st only showed scar tissue, I am concerned about my pain and tenderness I keep reading that this feeling is normal, but I have also been sooooo tired lately (going to bed at…
Didn't think I would worry, but then . . .
I finished treatment (chemo, surgery, radiation) in July and had my survivorship plan meeting in October. Tuesday I am going for a Dexascan (now on AI), and first mammogram since treatment. After the survivorship plan was positive, I thought going for tests would not affect me. Right now it's all I can think about. I have…
Tissue expander and redness but cultures all show no infection
Last year I have my right breast removed and a tissue expander put in at the same time. All went well until a few weeks before I was scheduled to have the expander removed and the actual implant inserted. I developed redness on the lower side of my breast. My breast was warm to the touch, but I had no fever nor did I have…
My Biopsy results
Hi everyone: Hap I'd seen on another post where you asked what the results were and I'm sorry I'd not posted earlier. I'm glad to report that it came back negative and thank you for prayers. I've been going through a stressful situation since the results because my breast (especially the nipple) was not getting circulation…
A bit of good news!!
Sharing a bit of good news: I had a PET scan and they saw something "suspicious" on my thyroid. I prayed all weekend (others prayed for me as well) that the cancer didn't spread and it hasn't!!!! The nodules are benign. This is the happiest I've been since I was diagnosed with this nasty disease. Have a great 4th everyone.
Anyone have any sex issues after breast cancer?
I am a survivor. My cancer was estrogen feed so I am no longer allowed to have it. I have also had a hysterectomy. What can i do to have sex? I have been prescribed the ESTRANGED but, itso no helping, with the dryness yes but, not enough estrogen to help get the motor started, lol. Help me please. I am 46 yrs old and I…
Working through chemo.
So I got a job offer that I wanted the day I was diagnosed and I am fortunate they are working with me. Allowed time for surgery. Allowing days off after treatments. Keeping me on duty I can tolerate. Couldn't ask for more. I wanted this. I asked for this. Im told by family and others how great it is that I can work while…
Weight Gain On Arimidex
I am starting arimidex in a few days. I have heard alot of women gaining alot of weight. I am already overweight and cannot stand the thought of gaining more. Does Arimidex make you have an appetite where you stay hungry and want to eat all the time or does it just make you gain weight automaticly, (spelled wrong). I would…
Ever have one of those days....I know you have!
I get my treatments every 3 weeks. The side effects always run their gamit and unfortunatly are on time. So I go through it and for about 2 days prior to the next one I am feeling pretty good. This time I did not. I had a kidney issue, UTI, and the contiuned mystery rash to contend with. So today was a treatment day.…

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