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false eyelashes
I've never used them. Has anyone used them? How tricky are they to put on and are they re-usable? I'm thinking about trying them.
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I have put my 2nd, 4th and 5th expansions on YouTube.....
Hi all. I know there are some women on here that are awaiting surgery and/or reconstruction. I had prophylactic bilateral mastectomies on Feb 16th this year,and tissue expanders were put in place. When i went for my 2nd expansion,i asked one of my PS's if it was ok to video the procedure,as i was making a 'diary' of my…
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Test Results In
Letting everyone know that the "sleep deprived" EEG, although an ordeal, resulted in "negative for seizure activity". (I stayed awake all night by watching late night game shows, playing video games, and jogging around the den....hope nobody was watching.) Finally something positive! Also, my three month oncology…
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A Great Need - we are all holding hands
This poem got me thinking about how we are all holding hands....thanks to all you wonderful women on this board. A GREAT NEED Out of a great need We are all holding hands And climbing. Not loving is a letting go. Listen, The terrain around here Is Far too Dangerous For That. --Hafiz
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should I go ahead and shave my head
Started Chemo on 4/1 cytoxan and taxotere this morning 4/17 my hair starting to come out not in clumps but in strands. My head has been hurting the last couple days not sure if its a headache or if its caused my hair getting ready to fall out. I didn't want to shave my head til I was sure it was coming out. Still scared to…
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Today is Grandma J's birthday!
Judy, Best wishes for a great day and a wonderful, healthy, happy year! CELEBRATE BIG TIME! -Jenny
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Today is MMontero38's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR LILI HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! WISHING YOU A DAY FILLED WITH LOVE, LAUGHTER, FINE DINING & GREAT PRESENTS! ♥ Cat
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Today is TinaBug's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY 44TH BIRTHDAY DEAR TINA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! What a great way to celebrate every year-with fireworks! Hope your day is extra special and all your wishes come true. Have a safe & happy 4th! ♥ Cat
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Losing my job! :o(
Talk about mixed feelings! Just found out I will have less the 60 days at my job. Business being sold. So far I was so lucky to still have a job with a steady paycheck while going thru fighting BC, chemo, radiation. Many days, it ws so hard to get up and come to work, I had to physically force myself to get up. But in a…
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About to take 1st shower
After post op from bilateral mastectomies my surgeon said I could take a shower when I saw him Tuesday so today is the day. When my hubby gets home from work I'll ask him to help me. My skin tight sports bra has been irritating my skin. Did anyone feel like their skin was burning? I'm not afraid to look at myself even…
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Help, is bulging under arms normal?
I just took my 1st shower. My husband took the post-op bra off me and removed the bandages covering where the drains had been pulled. Everything looks ok considering I had bilateral mastectomies 11 days ago. What does concern me is the bulging at the end of each incision just above where the drains were removed. Is this…
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just found out- Chemo starts this Friday!!!
Just found out I start Chemo this Friday doing 4 rounds of TC, once every three weeks. I have a big 4th of July party to go to Sunday, I am wondering if you think I will make it? Wow now I have to go back and read all the threads on what to expect and how to prepare!
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Today is il2read2's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR "IL" HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! Wishing you love, laughter, and all the things you love most on your special day! ♥ Cat
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Awesome
Had first scan of the chest, abdomen and pelvic today. Now haven't seen the doc, but I asked the tech if he saw "hot spots" and he said "nah". That's good right? I work at this hospital and know him. Hope he's not fibbing to me, cause it made my day. Next adventure...Urologist Friday. Mammo on the 16th and visit with the…
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Hairloss 911
Can anyone hook me up with websites for tying scarves.....the loss is imminenet and I am in a panic. This is just scaring the daylights out of me..... MerleBee
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Sentinel Node Injection- Is it painful?
Hi Everyone: I have decided to not reconstruct (see reconstruct or not post). I got a lot of great input (thank you) and have decided that I just don't want to have all the surgeries. I can always change my mind later. What I am really scared about right now is... the sentinel node dye injections. I am having a mastectomy…
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Stress, Guilt, Relief
Feeling very guilty that I didn't go with my wife to chemo #2 today, but she had a friend go with her, and everything seemed to go well (no problem finding a vein today). I want to be there for all of them, but I don't have a lot of time to take off from work. I am going tomorrow for the more stressful shaving of the head…
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What do you like to collect or what kind of hobby do you have???
I have collected coca cola for yrs' and my kitchen is done in red and white with coca cola everywhere. My son works for pepsi and i think it would be fun to post pic's of your favorite collection or passion whichever it may be. My oldest and dearest item is 1910 coca cola girl serving tray in perfect condition that my…
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Your The Best
Im leaving the site this morning. The reasons are personal. I want to thank you for your kindness, courage and support you have given to the memebrs here. I want to wish you the best very best of health and happiness. I will miss your spirit and love for one another Heart of Soul
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Tamoxifen and pain
Will the pain go away that I am having from the tamoxifen? Will my emotions level out? Will the hot flashes decrease? I have only been on tamoxifen for a week and so far I am not liking my new personality or mood! I feel more tired on this drug then I did when I was on AC or Taxol. Thanks for your input! I start radiation…
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On the way to....vacation!
I am on my way to Harrah's in Atlantic City, New Jersey! I will be back Thursday for, ugg, you guessed it, treatment. Hot as heck here, 100 all week. Luckily, the hotel has an indoor pool with a bar, so i will be slinging back those virgin Margaritas, they even serve food by the pool. Plus, I will be doing some gambling in…
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Newly diagnosed
Hi! I'm new to all of this. Three weeks ago yesterday, I went in for my yearly mammogram. They found a "spot" and I had a needle biopsy 4 days later. This Friday, I am going to have a lumpectomy. A month after that I will start radiation for 6-7 weeks, unless chemo postpones that. My husband is out of town visiting his…
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Anyone struggled with C-Diff also lymphedema in hand and arm are freaking me out.
I am due for my last chemo of T/C tomorrow. I am terrified as I have fought C-Diff after each chemo. I am afraid that I am weaker this time. I am taking Vancomycin by mouth. I'm not sure why I am so afraid of the last one. I think I am worried about being able to cope with going back to work as a nurse, what if I'm too…
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For Chen and thanks for bumping up to Christine louise
Chen, You first of all are in my thoughts and prayers. You are such a kind spirit and have made me laugh and have been there so many times on this board. Your man, oh goodness, chemo fog, Reggie! Thats it is such a wonderful kind soul as well. I can tell by your posts about him and i remember especially the beautiful post…
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waiting for insurance company
I thought I was a breast cancer surviver.finished all my treatments in nov2009. But just recently found out that all the treatments did not work the canver has moved to the lining of the lung the dr wants to run more test to make sure it hasn't moved any whereelse and no plan of treatment because we are waiting on the…
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What did you do on the year aniversery of Cancer dignoses?
Hi everyone.I just relized that it will be a year this thurs. since my life changed forever.I am now dancing with Ned,Thank God.But it may sound silly but I am not sure if I want to do something special that day.Or just let it pass.Its of course not a happy day that I was dignosed .But at the same time it is a celabration…
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Home!
Had a FAB time on the cruise. LOVED Italy and Spain!!! Watched the World Cup (Soccer) on the ship...and then in the airport today...The Netherlands is in the FINALS!!! YEA!!!! Pics to follow... Hugs, Kathi
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Immunohistochemistry Evaluation of ER/PR Levels
Just rec'd an addendum to my pathology report which I'm assuming can't be good news. It reads: ER Interpretation - Negative Negative Low <1% Positive High >=1% PR Interpretation - Negative Negative Low <1% Positive High >=1% Have not yet spoken with my breast surgeon. However the pathologist said it would be best if the…
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Anyone have experience with neupogen?
Woke up in the middle of the night with the most horrible back pains. Took a couple darvocet and a heating pad, which worked for a couple hours. But I don't want to spend my day at work in a drugged stupor. Anyone know how long this side effect lasts?
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Just when I thought it was safe to go back in the water, I was bitten by Jaws! So to speak...
If this post seems stilted, I trust you will forgive me! I copied and pasted it, with some parts removed, from a letter I emailed to my friends and family outside of CSN. And truth be told, I just didn't want to compose another letter~ I know all of my Kindred Spirits here will understand! I had my gallbladder removed on…