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How do you pronounce "BRCA"?
I'm just curious: How do you all pronounce "BRCA"? Is there more than one way? Do I need to learn how the "cool people" say it? :-) I've always said "BRACK-a," but my gynecologist says "BRON-ka." And I've heard some people spell it out, "B-R-C-A." "Po-tay-to, po-tah-to, to-may-to, to-mah-to -- let's call the whole thing…
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Question about a friend
Hi this falls in line with the HRT discussion. My friend's mom died within the last couple of years from BC. She was ER neg. My friend has never had BC but has recently started taking HRT, she has a stressful life, works the night shift, single mom. She is taking the HRT for menopausal symptoms. Mostly the emotional ones,…
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Scheduling mix-up with mammo
Oh boy, I drove 25 minutes to my breast clinic after work tomorrow for my mammo apt. But, they were running behind and could not get me in and get results before the office closed. So, I have a new appointment in a few weeks. I am annoyed, but what can I do? I do want to thank all of you for the caring, kind thoughts and…
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Women on menopause therapy more likely to develop advanced cancer, study says
10/19/2010 4:28:05 PM ET Women undergoing hormone therapy for the symptoms of menopause face an increased risk of developing invasive breast cancer or dying of the disease, according to the results of an 11-year study. Women taking a hormone therapy that uses a combination of estrogen and progestin were 1.25 times more…
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Chemo
Will have 4 treatments 3 weeks apart, Taxotere and Cytoxan, taking Decadron the night before, morning of and night after chemo followed by two pills at dinner for two night after. Shot of Neulasta day following. This is the routine for each cycle. Now reading the most common side effects of the drugs. Will be done by…
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Number three down
13 more to go blood cell count is still good lost a pound. I guess klodikes have not yet hurt me. All in all things have been good. One funny thing happen yesterday I pulled in for gas went to pay for and a guy pumped it.and got called sexy also.lol Maybe I should have shevd my head earlier.
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Saw Surgeon today - 1 year post
Well actually Thursday will be 1 year post surgery and I actually saw his PA (She's new - I liked his 'old' PA but I really liked her!) Don't have to see him for 6 months - will see him instead of her then. The only 'problem' is that she's not 'happy' with the lymphedema on body - so - it's back to the lymphedemlogist. I…
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Medal Taste in my Mouth:
Hello, I am currently going through chemo.... last Monday I completed 4 every 2 week treatments. Beginning October 25th, I will start 12 weekly chemo treatments. Along with the lack of tasting foods I cannot seam to find anything that will help with the medal taste in my mouth...I know its from the drugs...but is there…
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Hemangioma
Have any of you had a spinal hemangioma? I have been dx with 2 of them on my spine. I can the onc on Monday. I am so worried! Marianne
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LCIS What is it?
I have stage 1 LCIS, intermediate grade. The tumor was 8mm stellate/spiculated. My oncologist wants me to have radiation. I am grateful and willing to do whatever is needed. So confused, is LCIS cancer? Reading info on the internet is so confusing! Lumpectomy was done and quite a bit of breast tissue was removed for my…
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TC and hair loss....
Can you tell me when you lost your hair? I've read 14 - 16 days after first treatment? THanks!
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Is it too soon to start dancing?
Donna had her first mamogram after chemo (pre-radation). Everything looked good. Is this the first dance with NED or is this the just the introduction? Bob
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Hormone therapy
I had a Hysterectomy 5 years ago and they removed my Ovaries. Will I need Hormone Therapy?
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Ensure?
after my first Taxol cocktail my 'nutritional' blood levels are messed up some low, potasium high. Might have something to do with getting sick, being on antibiotics and not feeling like eating much. My oncologists CNP recommends Ensure a couple times a day---but even when nearly frozen is smells awful to me (like lamb…
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I didn't find my cowboy, but....
there was PLENTY of bull! (At the rodeo...cummon, ladies, give me SOME credit...ROFL!). Had a GREAT time in Fort Worth. BEAUTIFUL weather! Went to a rodeo, the Texas state fair (they had fried BEER!!!! and fried BUTTER!!!), and heard 'darlin' alot... Met some friends, old and new, from the colorectal board. A good time was…
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Mammogram
Well, today is my second mammogram. The last two were cruddy, so lets hope this one is clear!!! Will post tomorrow and let y'all know. Say a prayer or two!!!!! Hugs - Pat
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Laughter after Doris - ReRun of Pumpkin Pie
Since I am trying to be politically correct I have posted the above subject on My CSN Space under expressions. I really do love pumpkin pie and this time of year but am considering apple pie now.
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Finished with chemo!!
Had to share my most excellent news that I am now finished with my chemo treatments!!! I tried so hard to keep my head up throughout it all & did a good job for the most part, but man did that kick my butt. It has by far been the hardest thing I've done in my life. I do need to thank you all for your support,…
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Dr. Oz and vaginal estrogen
I saw Dr. Oz, on his show yesterday, talking with a gynecologist about the use of estrogen, in small amounts, used vaginally being safe, even for bc patients. According to Dr. Oz and the female gynecologist, this is because of the low absortion percentage. He spoke about how woman who have gone through treatment, often…
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Fable of the porcupine
Ladies this story made me think of all of us here...I love you all...alison It was the coldest winter ever and many animals died because of the cold. Some porcupines, realizing the gravity of the situation, decided to group together to share warmth. This way they were better covered and protected; however - the quills of…
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Dancing with NED
What does this stand for? Dancigh with Neulasta and ???
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Stage 4 Breast Cancer - positive news needed
Hi, my name is Paul and I'm from England - last summer a good friend of ours was diagnosed with breast cancer - after undergoing a mastectomy later in the year she was diagnosed with secondary cancer in her spine and pelvis. Like most of the people on this site she's been through a terrible time, with her latest scan…
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dating after reconstruction
Has anyone had start dating again, after reconstuction? I am just about finished with my reconstruction, doing nipples in 2 weeks and removing ports. How does somebody bring up the subject of oh by the way I had a double mastecomy and these are reconstructed breasts. I am real worried that in dating this might be a problem…
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I am looking for work
I had the news of breast cancer when i was looking for work . Today I had my first interview after the surgery. It was a joke. The first person had no problem that I am in treatment for breast cancer. Second one had the problem all be the job could be done from home. In leaving I dealt with one young girl that made a very…
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Tamoxifen
Hi everyone.I still check in on this board from time to time.I am still dancing with NED.But taking this med. is giving me alot of side effects.The hot flashes are the worse.And not being able to lose weight while taking it.I have stopped taking it for a week to see how much better I feel.I feel alot better.I stopped…
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Anything For You...
A woman is sitting at a bar enjoying an after work cocktail with her girlfriends when an exceptionally tall, handsome, middle-aged man enters. He is so striking that the woman can not take her eyes off him. The man notices her overly attentive stares and walks directly toward her. Before she can offer her apologies for…
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Her 2 Positive 3cm IDC
HI Iam new to this board and newly diagnosed ..anyone board who shares this with me? i will apreciate any advice .. I am having mastectomies on Thursday and need to know what to expect as time passes in regards to treatments ...
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diep flap issue
I had a diep flap reconstruction in June. I am very happy with the results, however, me left breast did not heal as well due to some tissue erosion during surgery. My surgeon has scheduled me for surgery next month to repair this. Anyone else have this happen? Thanks, Jean
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For the sisters with IBC
This came from a blog sent to me. It's got some information I didn't know about IBC, so I thought I'd share.... Today was the big day. Jared and I went to my appointment with Dr. Cristofanilli - THE man to see for Inflammatory Breast Cancer. He was wonderful - very soft spoken with an Italian accent. He was also very…
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lesley ann reyes tribute
Hello everyone, and THANK YOU all for your love, support and prayers. Someone else has already posted the webpage for my wife, but I'm going post it again. Please feel free to post comments. www.tributes.com\lesleyannreyes. I will be back on next week, God willing. Thank you all once again, love the Reyes Family. RiP…