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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…
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worring about going back to work!
Hi,I need some advice, now that my chemo is doable I'm thinking about going back to work, I've been out of work since May 28,2010. I have my own cleaning business(self employed)well you know we have to watch out for germs well my job is the most germiest(is that a word lol)but you understand what i mean I've been doing…
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When it rains it certainly does pour.
I'm in shock at this moment. I was diagnosed with breast cancer Oct. 2009. I've gone thru 10 months of treatments. I'm now having follow up tests, all have been good and expect the PET I have on Mon. to be clear 100%. I'm doing well. My dad was dx with lung cancer at the begining of the year. Doing ok some days better than…
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Wrestling with this feeling
This has been on my mind for 2 months. I have to get it out. I know everyone here will understand, and will not think to bad of me. I'm not angry. I can't identify the emotion that I feel. I know it doesn't feel good, and I don't want to feel it. All my life I have been a good person, never intentionally hurt anyone, tried…
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Chemo
Staring chemo on Tuesday. Not looking forward to it. Told my family this weekend that I will be losing my hair. Not sure how I will react to this. Side effects sound terrible from reading the board. Realize not everyone gets the same ones just trying to have a positive outlook and the "wait and see" approach. Any…
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new to breast cancer site
Hi. I am a 2 year survivor of lung cancer. Also BRCA1 mutation. recent mammo and ultra sound reads hyperechoic are at the 6 oclock position measures3x2x3mm, also found was a cyst with one small line through it 3x3x5mm. and a hypoechoic region at 9 oclock measures 7x2x5mm. I am a little worried about the hyperechoic one.…
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taxol and neuropathy
I'm wondering if anyone can give me some info and thoughts about neuropathy that happens during Taxol treatments. I've done 4 AC treatments and 2 taxol treatments with 2 more to go. Everything I heard made it sound like taxol was going to be a breeze and it is in a lot of ways, but I've got tingling in my right foot and my…
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Great news Cancer Free!!!
I got the news that My surgeon found no cancer under microscope after surgery. She said as far as she is concerned I am cancer free!!!!!! I still have Rads to do and I will but this news really lifted me up Can I dance now or should I wait??? I think I will have a dance come-on everyone join me on the floor!!!! Com-on lets…
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This may be a dumb question, buttttttttt
Do you really think the hormone therapy, Tamoxifen and the A's really work? The reason I ask is that so many on here that got a recurrence were on them and they still got a recurrence. I know there are lots that don't, but, it makes one hesitate in taking them as the side effects with all of them are scary. And, have all…
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Just want to say that we miss you Lorrie ( Balentine)
I really miss your word for the day Lorrie and I am still so sad that you felt you had to leave this board. I am so sorry that you got cancer again and pray that your treatment is going well and that you will come back someday to let us know how you are. Prayers and hugs, Debby
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Activia
I know I have brought up this subject before, but I found another product to add to our list, it works 100% of the time I just want to pass it along because most of us have this problem and our new pink sisters need to know remedies when going thru chemo. Constipation was a major problem for me. Not anymore because I…
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I was shocked to learn....
That there are persons that feel that long-term survivors should not share their life experiences with others.... because then they are (wait for it....) GLOATING!!!!!! What??????????????? I don't know about you all, but I CELEBRATE each and every piece of news that my sisters here share that show that their lives are…
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*NEWSFLASH* So, what's a hot flash?
Sounds pretty ignorant, I know... I have been having these sweeping warm sensations. (I assume that's a hot flash) But also, I have experienced some light headedness, especially after eating, just recently. Last night, I thought I might be running a fever, but I am running my usual below normal temperature, yet I had…
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Your Ha Ha For Today! Anyone laughing or smiling?
1. I went to buy some camouflage trousers the other day, but I couldn't find any. 2. An invisible man marries an invisible woman. The kids were nothing to look at either. 3. Two fish swim into a concrete wall. The one turns to the other and says, " Dam"! 4. Two Eskimos sitting in a kayak were chilly, so they lit a fire in…
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Non bc celebration :-)
My son & dil gave birth to my 6th grandchild this afternoon. Her name is Abigail Marie and she weighed in at 9 lbs 1.4 ozs and was 20" long. She is their 4th and the only one to go full term. She has 2 older brothers and 1 sister who all welcomed her to their family. Grandpa & I will be traveling to MA tomorrow to meet…
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Made the port decision
Can anyone tell me if it shows through your skin? Any pain involved? It was a decision I made yesterday after I was just done getting stuck one more time in the arm!!
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Partial breast radiation (MAMMOSITE) vs. Whole breast radiation
After meeting with 3 BS regarding my dx of IDC stage 1, grade 1 I chose the first BS I met with right after my dx. One of the othe surgeons I met with discussed Mammosite with me and I instantly became intrigued since it is 5 days vs. 6 weeks of radiation therapy. I live in PA and am terrified of driving in the snow. My…
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expanders yesterday
I had my expander surgery yesterday, man i think it is worst than the mastectomy! How did any of you decide between silicone or saline? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
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Fatigue
Exactly what is fatigue? During my radiation I was asked all the time if I was fatigued? I said I DONT" THINK SO..they said you would know if you were... Am I the only one who is not sure exactly the symptoms are?
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whats NED mean?
So many things I don't get meaning to yet! ;)