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I learned something
Mediciad doesnt pay for wigs in fl . Big shock when I was told at the begining of this trip dont worry mediciad will pay for things. That is including the protecic for the breast or bras.
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wigs
I bought a monofilamint wig that is shoulder length and a great color match but the whole thing is machine tied (best I could afford) so I can't do much with the way the top lays. I wanted the lace front but couldn't get one. has anyone tried to curl theirs succesfully? I saw a web site where the gal used a curling iron…
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Neurosurgeon Visit Didn't Bring Good News
Well, for those of you who have been following my plight, I just got home from the neurosurgeon's office. In a few words, he looked at the MRI, read all of the reports, and says there is nothing that can be done for the pain in my jaw. He says that I have neuropathy in the nerves in the facial area where the pain is…
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Arimidex - Dry Skin Patches
Those who are on Arimidex, are any of you noticing dry skin patches various sizes and on various parts of the body? I have a reputation for having great skin. In the last week or so I am noticing dry skin patches (big and small) popping up. Also, on side of neck starting from ear to shoulder, skin feels like elephant hide…
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Ornament exchange
Hi everyone.I have not checked in for awhile.I stay busy with my grandchildren.Making up for a year of lost time.After treatments I am taking Tamoxifen.Have alot of side effects.But I am dealing with it.I go for my six month checkup next week.I was wondering if we are doing the ornament exchange like we did last year.Chin…
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An Affair To Remember...
A man returning home a day early from a business trip got into a taxi at the airport. It was after midnight. While en route to his home, he asked the cabby if he would be a witness. The man suspected his wife was having an affair and he intended to catch her in the act. For $100, the cabby agreed. Quietly arriving at the…
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One of Those Human Experiences I will Never Forget
I was just speaking with another member here in CSN and her cousin decided it was time to enter hospice as his own Dr. agreed. When attempts were made by the patient to enroll in hospice, he was told there is a waiting list as they have no openings. Talk about adding insult to injury, if I was in that merciless situation,…
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OPPPPPPPPPPPPSSSSSS it Finally hit
Sat was a day of hell. THe side effects of the shot to build up my white blood cells and my tummy went. Took the right meds but the wrong type I took the drowsy ones opps equaled a day in bed for me and thanks to the time change I got uo at 4am.
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Shortscake How are you?
Has anyone heard anything from her? I havent seen a post from her in a very long time.
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Chemo #2
My #2 Chemo treatment is next Tuesday. Already having feelings of dread. Am a very positive thinking person. Got my head buzzed and am learning how to wear scarves and hats. Think I am coming down with a cold because have watery eyes, runny nose and all of a sudden a loss of appetite. Had a good appetite up until…
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2 seperate oncologist-different practices
When I was done with radiation they referred me to an Oncologist-I starte going every 3-6 mths then got call from Radiation Ctr saying time for you to come back. I said I THOUGHT I was done with you-just Dr R. I was told OH no...you see us too. Does anyone know why or anyone else have 2? Mine are in same building-but…
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MEDICAL BRACELETS
Does anyone know where I can buy a bracelet that will tell doctors, in case of an emergency, not to take BP or blood from my right arm since that is the side of my surgery and I was told not to allow that so as to prevent lymphadema(sp). I saw one at my breast cancer support group but it was so ugly,plastic pink and white…
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recurrence near/on incision?
Has anyone had a recurrence on the mastectomy incision or nearby or in the chest wall? If so, how did you find out? Did you have symptoms? Thanks!!
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My brother
I don't know how to start this - I lost my brother 13 years ago December 20. One of his closest friends posted a recently found video of him performing in Greenwich Village on YouTube. It's certainly not one of his best - I think it was impromtu, but it is him. I'd love to introduce you to him, so anyone interested can go…
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hester's blog on stage 4 breast cancer
Too many women are living with advanced/metastatic/Stage IV (all those terms mean the same thing) breast cancer. The good news is that many of these women live pretty normal lives for many years, but the really bad news is that there is not yet a cure. When I first began to do this work, there was exactly one treatment for…
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Gynecomastia and Tamoxifen
I was Dx with Colorectal Adenocarcinoma in June 2009. I had surgery in November and I started Folfox chemo in January. I took 3 treatments of Folfox due to bad side affects. I stopped short on the chemo and I noticed my right breast getting tender and beginning to swell. Jump ahead to now. I had a mammogram and Ultra sound…
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Two Buck Traci
So, you drank your gift. Would a biannual meeting of the So Cal chapter of the CSN ladies and gift exchange suit you? Should we cut the crap and just bring liquor? I understand it's suppose to be quicker. Let's see 20+ ladies and if each one were to bring a bottle for each of the other ones...and of course, if a train…
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Lets focus more on PREVENTING cancer by getting and keeping toxins out of our bodies
I was cured of CML back in 1997 via a bone marrow transplant but picked the Breast Cancer board because I could not find a board about getting and keeping toxins out of our bodies and figured this board might have the most, and the most passionate, readers. I just finished the book Living Downstream and it has totally…
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No salad?
While reading through another posting, I read that several people had been told not to eat salads and other raw foods. I hadn't heard this. I've been living on salads and raw fruits and vegetables. They, along with spicy foods, are all that tasted normal while I was going through chemo.
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1st Taxol and smooth sailin'. Bu Bye crappy A/C!
I had my first Tazol today. I feel really good! I had the best sleep from the benadryl! lol. It was the best i had all week! If i wasn't still getting over this cold, I don't think I would feel any different. I guess now, it's a waiting game to see if i get neuropathy. I think that's one of my biggest fears. I guess, I'm…
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I feel so blessed...
When my son was 2 (he's 14 now) I joined a local mothers group, we used to spend hours at parks and on outings, etc. As the kids grew and I went back to work, sadly I lost touch with many of the people in that group. Many of these women have since found out about my cancer, and have contacted me through cards and emails,…
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Don't forget the extra hour today!
Not sure if this applies to everyone but don't forget to set your clocks tonight BACK for that lovely, extra hour. Have a wonderful weekend...Love you guys. Blessings and hugs, Sylvia
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Wine or beer
Has anyone been told not to drink???
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with breast cancer what kind of birth control method can we use?
I still want to be intimate with my husband and be there for him as he's been there for me while going through the treatments, but how can you prevent the side effects? like vaginal dryness and low libido?
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still cant find threads Ive started UUGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG
still cant find threads Ive started UUGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG
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Blankets for patients--I need your bright ideas!
My goal is to provide the local hospital's infusion center with 50 no-sew fleece blankets for chemo patients by the end of November. I have made 4, but my co-workers are going to help me,so my goal is really doable. I would like to make a label with a catchy phrase (like "layers of love" but that's taken) and also include…
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I can just go buy a bra! (or: SATURDAY SHOPPING NEWS)
I went to the L'eggs outlet store today and as I was checking out, decided to be bold and ask them if they had any bras for mastectomy patients(they also carry the Playtex brand). Lo and behold,they had two styles that will hold the prosthetic! A choice of colors and styles..who knew? The one I got is the Playtex 18 hour V…
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Your Ha Ha for Friday -- LOL ... tears are a .. f l o w i n g
Cuz, I have family .. that this applies to .... LOL You might be a redneck if... **** Your Christmas tree is still up in February. You've ever been arrested for loitering. You think that potted meat on a saltine is an hors d'ouvre. There is a stuffed possum anywhere in your house. You hammer bottle caps into the frame of…
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Today is LadyG's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR GEORGIA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you the best today & throughout the coming year! ♥ Cat
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Facebook
I haven't been able to get on here as much as I used to. I guess life is getting somewhat back to normal. However, a few times when I did get a chance to get on this weekend, I had to go through a lot of spam. I do, however, get on Facebook more regularly than here. I am friends with many of you on Facebook already, but…