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lumpectomy site issues
I was just wondering if anyone had this problem and what was done to correct it. Quick history: I had my lumpectomy over a year ago. It seems like it never fully healed, always sore and swollen with fluid. In March I noticed a lump just above the incision site. Rad Onc. had me take antibiotics twice, thinking it was…
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pulse rate high at rest
can't do exercise due to elevated pulse rate at rest. Been on chemo since March.....symptons continue to change of course. Last week mentioned to Dr. concern with high at rest pulse rate, making it not possible for me to do exercise. When at full rest I range 86-124. The slightest activity raises it....just wiping down a…
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Last minute advice for me
Hi, my mastectomy is coming up. July 12th to be exact. I was planning on driving myself there and back. I will schedule for a cleaning service to come to my house, so that will be off my plate. And I will cook and put things away on sunday. Over the weekend I will shop for shirts that button on the front. Am I missing…
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surgery 5 days= Heather's starting to freak out
Hi sistahs- My double mastectomy is coming up in 5 days, next Thursday, and the calm, cool, positive me that has prevailed is falling apart :( As the day gets closer, I'm getting more and more anxious and scared. I am so afraid that when I come out of recovery, my doctor is going to tell me they had to remove tons of lymph…
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Gosh what a nice surpise on my Birthday!!! Thanks to you all
Wow what a yr it has been and love each and everyone of you, and hope thru some poems i have posted and other things too, i somehow have brought a smile to your face, gave someone new on here hope by sharing my 3 time cancer survial and meeting some online wonderful and caring people. I share a very happy birthday with all…
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You know me, this might be a novel, but you all are my family.
Did i say might be a novel, well meant that it is going to be a battle. So much to share and say and ill try to make sense and not ramble, you know. I just read pammys post and i am just fed up and pissed. Sorry, to say it that way, but what the hell is going on here? It seems alot of my sisters i first met on this site…
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Turn this up, close your eyes and listen
I posted one of my favorite songs in the "Expression Gallery" and I wanted to share it with all of you. I titled it the same as the subject line here. The song is called "I Know" by Daryll Evans. Please take a few minutes and let the words give you much comfort and strength as it gives me. Love you all, sea60
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Word for Today 7/11/10 (more of Psalm 71:12-24)
O God, do not be far from me; O my God, make haste to help me! Let them be confounded and consumed who are adversaries of my life....I will hope continually, and will praise You yet more and more. My mouth shall tell of Your righteousness and Your salvation all the day, for I do not know their limits. I will go in the…
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surgery
Hi, I have a strange situation. First, I had my first mamogram in April.Then I had a biopsy. Then the next day they told me I had very little very early cancer. Then I was assigned a surgeon. She said a lumpectomy would do it and just to be sure lets do an MRI. Well, that showed two more suspicious spots and then I had the…
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How long before BLM stitches
How long did it take before steri strips fell off and stitches healed after BLM? Per dr orders I'm still wearing compression bra (24/7) and I'm still quite sore. I've been showering every other day and carefully washing the huge area. I must have at least 60 steri strips over my incisions but none seem ready to fall off.…
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Double mastectomy and clothes? Advice?
Hello sistas! The weather has been beautiful here and we've been having summer fun with our girls so I haven't been on here much. I am very happy to say that less than 2 weeks after applying I did get approved for Medicaid last Friday. Being self employed and with no health insurance can make things even more stressful,…
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As anyone seen a post recently from Shortscake?????
Been missing her "Girl Power". Hugs Donna
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Today is Kickie's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KICKIE HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, & may all your wishes come true! ♥ Cat
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Vitamins
How soon after chemo and radiation can vitamins be taken? I'm reading alot about them, about which ones are good to take. Any comments or opinions about certain ones and dosages?
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The Big "C"
So, I'm watching a little TV the other day, my right arm extended over my head because that's what the doctor said to do with the lymphedema in the arm. A commercial comes on for a new Showtime show...The Big "C". I must have heard that wrong, it can't be what I think it is...and damned if it isn't. "Grab life by the…
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WHAT a light show!!!!
Ok, I've never lived by a body of water before, so bear with me.... Yesterday evening it started to rain while we were sitting outside with friends at their house. It was pretty gentle, so we just kept sitting. A bit later, the lightening/thunder started. We were home by this point, so we sat and watched...VERY close, VERY…
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diagnosed with invasive cancer and calcifications
I was just diagnosed with stage 2 lobular cancer and have calcifications that have not been biopsied yet. Anyone have calcifications found with their cancer? How were they treated?
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Any suggestions for a comfortable compression sleeve and glove for lymphedema?
I saw the PT on Friday. She says that my lymphedema is mild. She taught me to do the massage/drainage techniques, went over skin care, exercise restrictions and her recommenedatons for treatment. She recommended a lymphedema compression sleeve with glove during the day but not for sleep. She didn't think it was necessary…
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Today was my year aniversery that I was dignosed.
I don,t know if it is strange,but this day was so emotional for me.I kept remembering what it was like to get the horible news of BC.I am so thankful it is a year later and I am through all that.But it does change our lifes forever.It sure makes you appriatte dancing with NED.For all you that have helped me get through…
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My Poem For Everyone Enjoy I Feel A Tug
Angel are all around us & and with love they do surround us. When my heart is sore in need, The angel come,my soul to feed. They come to me from above & sing in whispers of LOVE. When my in my heart I feel a tug I know that it's an Angel's Hug. Sending this little Angel's Hug with Love to warm all your heart's and bless…
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just started TC how long till I start loosing hair?
I am wondering how long it will be before I start loosing hair? I was going to make an appointment with my hairdresser to have it shaved but didn't want to do it to early!
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Easy turban from a T-shirt
Don't know about you but money is tight. Just found how you can take a tshirt and make a turban. Use a large T-shirt, cut the body off just below the sleeves. Place the t-shirt (now looks like a tube) on your head with the bottom seam on your forhead. The part that is now draped over your head and down your back you twist…
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Lymphedema IN the breast - Who knew???
I have heard about lymphedema in the arm on the side where lymph nodes were removed, but did you know you can also get lymphedema swelling in the breast itself without any in the arm? This is what I learned today and wanted to pass along. I have been having a bit of pain around my surgical area and really noticing it when…
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What is your favorite tip or advice you'd like to share
The very best "tried and true" tip a relative gave me was, if you scald your mouth by eating or drinking somethig hot, immediately swish a teaspoon of sugar in your mouth. It stops the burn and heals the tissue on contact. Well, I don't know about you, but I do that quite frequently while enjoying my cup of joe...thank…
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Radiation Time!
Hi, today was my second appt with the radiation onc. and I had a scan done. My arm behind ny head was not bad at all. I will start next Tuesday for 5 1/2 weeks. For some reason I am not nervous and scared to death like I was with chemo. I'm so busy watching for my hair to grow back, radiation is not phasing me...at least…
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When to avoid crowds?
First off, you ladies are terrific. Kinda like my Bible. My husband swears I should avoid crowds till chemo is over. First chemo July 1, 5 out of 7 Neupogen shots (had to stop for a bad reaction). Blood work this week. Of course no results on WBC yet. When would WBC get low and will it for sure? Can you build it up by…
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Juicing Receipes .. Let's share ...
Post up .. Let's share receipes .. I myself did not find 1 that 'juiced' me up .. get it! hahaha Happy Saturday - it's sunny out here in Southern California, not too hot. Vicki Sam
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First Momo need help
Hi Everyone I am new,but having reading questions and answers for a while now. I have finished Chemo Carboplatin and taxtare with herceptin. Also radiation ouch! I am still giong for herceptin. I have IBC 3-1/2cm. no node involvement. My question is I finished chemo 1-21 and rads March 23. 33 of them.I have an appointment…
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Anyone use a power juicer?
I've been wanting one for awhile, every time I see a Jack LaLanne informercial. Does anyone use one? I've been reading a cancer diet book, though its written 20 years ago, and it talks about detoxing the colon and juicing. It also says meat and dairy should not be eaten, but we should only eat a plant based diet. Anyone…
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Paclitaxel?
Finally got a treatment plan. What are your experiences with Paclitaxel?