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Reconstruction using tissue expanders
I am considering reconstruction after six years. I really don't want the extensive surgery, so I've chosen tissue expanders with saline implants. Even though the entire procedure will take longer to complete, my real concern is how will they look. I've heard that silicone looks more natural, but my HMO will only agree to…
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My daughter is a spoiled ...., anyone have any advise
If you have read my previous posts, i have had a reoccurence of breast cancer which has spread to my liver, abdomen, and bones. I started chemo again 2 weeks ago. I go for weekly treatments of Taxol and herceptin, doctor will be adding Avastin this Thursday. It is a very grueling treatment for the next 6 months. My…
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Breast Cancer Survivor Counselor
Does anyone know of a counselor that specializes in cancer survivors? I need some guidance and support with life after cancer. I don't really want to do another support group. I did those when I had cancer.
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Emend?
Still looking for meds to help with the awful nausea..Is emend? a prescription or over counter med? Been on Zofran/compazine/promethazine/ativan.....But no relief sick for about 4 days...But praise God only one Chemo treatment left.......
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Flaxseed oil and hot flashes???
Someone said they used flaxseed oil for hot flashes, how well does it work, where do you get it and how do you take it...is it a liquid or gel tablet or something else...this is just new to me!
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Anyone else feel the earthquake a little while ago??
I'm in Michigan and we all felt it in the building in which I work. I thought I was just starting to have the mother of all hot flashes as my chair was shaking! I looked over at my co-worker and she had a weird look on her face! She said she thought she was having a hot flash, too!! Turns out Canada, Michigan and few other…
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finally
Hello all and welcome newbies, Well after many tests finally had the biopsy needed to see about the lump in the lymph node. They did not biopsy the big mass they feel is nothing to worry about. They used an altra sound machine so he could see where needle was going. Heres hoping it is nothing to worry about. This round of…
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NED but have concerns about starting tamoxifen
What should have been a day for rejoicing finding out I am NED turned into more questions than answers. I don't know how many of you have Oncologists that you are just afraid to ask any questions with and when you do ask them you leave having more questions than before you went to see him. I asked him today if he could…
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My Heart Aches Everytime I Hear About A New Cancer Patient
Hi All, I am fairly new to this site. I celebrate my cancer free (3 yrs.) annivesary date every April 1. Hard not to laugh over this date, I do count my blessing every day though, not every year. Is it my imagination everytime I hear about a new cancer patient my heart aches and I feel like a bit of my spirt is reaching…
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Bone density tests??
I was told i needed a bone density test? How do they test this and does it hurt?
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I'm home!!!!
It's sooooo green!!!! I had forgotten... It's now 9:30am...last night, it stayed light until almost midnight...I LOVE summer in this part of the world!!!! Hugs, Kathi
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Radiology and diet
I just completed my 6th TAC less than a week ago and now I am moving down the hall to the radiology department for *gulp* radiation. Ha, gulp, like I can even taste anything. Anyway, my hematologist encouraged me to eat anything while running the chemo gauntlet. I did not suffer nausea, I ate what I could, and maintained…
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ROAD TRIP---California, Here we come!!!
Leaving tomorrow right after HubbyDearest's doctor appointment. Visiting family near Sacramento, and then the whole group is going down to Bodega Bay....WHOO HOO!!!! So if you don't see me around much the next week or two, it's because I'm havin' fun in the sun! Hugs to you all. Gracie
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White hair???
Hi everyone, so my hair is starting to grow back again. I had a lot off fuzz, it was really soft and when I shave it, it looked like dust bunnies. But now it is coming back grey and white in some places... Should I shave it again? I was so excited about it Ayse
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First Treatment Friday 6/18/10
I just started my treatment last Friday for IDC - stage 2 grade 2. 2 out of 15 lymphnodes infected. Her2 positive -Double negative. My oncologist put me on Carboplatin, taxotere and Herceptin. I am 50 years old and was in great health until my diagnosis on 4/10 I had a lumpectomy. Anyway - just wondering who else out there…
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Stage 3 of my treatment plan
I am a triple negative with lymph node involvement. stage one I had 4 rounds of TAC and 4 rounds of ACT and they also threw in Avastin and Xeloda. stage two on 5/26 had a bilaterial mastectomy with no reconstruction which was my choice. stage three starts Next week I go back in for 10 more rounds of chemo.
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Any Chemo-prep Advice?
My wife is starting chemo Wednesday (AC) and has started making lists; but feels unprepared; Claratin, ice chips, ice pops? Nobody has contacted her from Sloan to tell her anything yet, so she is getting all of her info herself (on line and in books), but she doesn't feel like she has enough time to prepare. Went wig…
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indefinite treatment?
I am 36. I am going through my second time with breast cancer. This time it has moved to my liver and bone, but I am optimistic. I feel mostly good and I have a great support system. My friends and family are really supportive and I have a really great boyfriend and a peaceful home. So, I've been in treatment for one month…
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Cancer cells killed by chemotherapy may cause cancer to spread..
Chemotherapy is known to come with a long list of side effects -- from debilitating nausea and hair loss to extreme fatigue -- and in many cases, it does not cure or even stop cancer from progressing. But what if chemotherapy does something no one has realized before during all the decades it has been in use? What if chemo…
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Zometa
anyone doing Zometa? I will be doing an IV infusion twice a year to help prevent recurrance. dont hear many people mention this.
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after Rad.skin & muscle care (have expanders)
I currently have expanders in on both sides. I am currently having radiation on just the left side. I will be able to get my implants put in next summer. So, I will be living with the iron bra for over a year. What have people heard from their doctors for the best way to care for the skin and muscles after radiation until…
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Please don't call the Mary Jane cops on me
OK, as I've said before, I'm prepping for chemo on July 1. Just checking what the consensus is on marijuana for nausea. It's supposedly legal here, but nearly impossible to get...but I can get the regular stuff (good, not laced with crap). Does it work? Better in brownies or smoked? Are there any negatives? Is this an…
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Word for Today, hang in there my sisters and receive God's strength and peace
Ephesians 3:14....I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ from whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named that He would grant you according to the riches of His glory to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man....that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith....that you…
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Broken Mammo Machine!
So this morning at 9am I had my first full mammo after my diagnosis a year ago. I didn't think I was too worried except that I didn't sleep well. When I got there, I was told that the machine was broken and I would need to reschedule. I hate having to have these tests! They hurt and fill me with anxiety. Now I have to wait…
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Tailorx Trial?
whent to the Oncologist. He recommended the TailorX trial. Anyone on it? What did the select you for as far as treatment?
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MyTurnNow...Good luck!
You have your first mammo tomorrow, right? I wish I could be there with you! I went alone and I would highly recommend that you bring someone with you if you can. I can't believe how emotional I was and scared, too! But, it was all fine in the end and I know yours will be, too! Let us know how it goes! Patti
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Ninty-five percent sure on chemo
I'm still a little bit unsure of chemo for me. Have IDC, ER+ PR+ HER2- with an ONCOTYPE DX recurrence score of 22. Had a lumpectomy on May 11 and am scheduled for Chemo July 1. Those ONCOTYPE DX charts are pretty confusing to me, but I figure I should hit this damned thing with the big bullets. The invasive part in my…
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Favorite flower and why
I just love the little relief topics like, favorite food, color or origin of name. They bring nice thoughts. So I thought I'd ask what your favorite flower is and why? I love flowers and they are very calming to me to take care of them. Thanks and I hope I get a lot of responses. I need more than one....sorry, Rose- is…
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aw c'mon- give me a break!
as recommended by you ladies when i broke out with sores in my mouth after the latest chemo, i started using biotene. worked like a charm, mouth feeling almost normal. so why am i whining today? i have that yucky, soapy-dish-waterish taste in my mouth! now that i could actually eat something, everything tastes awful!
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my 9 year old just asked.............
Carlie: Mom why are you so tired all the time Me: the medicine the doctors give me make me tired Carlie: Do you think for one day the doctor can give you medicine to let you be strong enough to take me to the park and play like we used to all the time. Me: I wish! then of course I have been crying ever since!!!!! what do I…