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HEAVEN CAN WAIT 5K
Tomorrow I will be walking in our local HEAVEN CAN WAIT 5K for bc. I am a survior even though I am still in treatment. I will be walking for myself and for everyone on this board. I will also be walking for my niece who is unfortunately losing her battle with cancer. I hope the strength I get from here will help me make…
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Anyone feeling like they're gaining weight on tamoxifen?
I feel like I'm gaining weight in my mid section lately. Anybody else gaining belly weight on tamoxifen? Beth
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New studies on one time radiation for women with breast cancer
I saw this article and thought I'd share. :) http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/06/05/MNLJ1DPMRD.DTL&tsp=1
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PCOS and breast cancer, NED
Hi everyone, I met with my oncologist today and he was very interested as I am the first patient of his who has polycystic ovary syndrome and breast cancer in his 20 years. According to his net research PCOS put me at a higher risk for breast cancer. His concern is that PCOS may also put me at a higher risk for uterine…
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Good news and Bad news
I got some test results back today. Bone scan looks good, No cancer in any other organs. But It has spread to lymph nodes under my arm. Have any of you had it spread to lymph nodes? I got alittle scared again when I heard that. I guess I could use some reassurance. thank you in advace.
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Staples in Breast
Hi everyone.When I had my mamogram today the lady doing it said I had several staples left in my Breast.I was never told this,but I still can not lay on that side.is it common to leave staples like that when you have surgery?I had a lumpecktomy.Its weird to find that out after soon to be a year.
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My daughter's dosage of chemo
I am on this post because of my 38 year old daughter. I know she will do well as I have had several friends that have had breast cancer and beat it. Some 'twice', but my concern is the amount of chemo they are going to give her. She has stage IIIA because the tumor was 6 cm and one was found in her lymph node. Because of…
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One more question about what to eat before chemo
I'm getting really annoying but i really want to know what most of you eat before chemo. Since this is my last treatment i want to try to make my side effects as limited as i can. My first treatment of a/c chemo ended with 9 hours of praying to the porcelain goddess because i felt so darn good and "I'm going to eat this…
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I'm dancing!!!!!
Doctor gave me the 'A-OK' today!!!! YEA!!! Even commented on what a great scar I had during my internal exam!!!!!! YEA!!! Naked happy dance!!!! Hugs, Kathi
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Are there any other breast cancer sites to chat on?
Besides this one? I hope everyone's having as great a day as possible! Thanks again, Ronda
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Drain tubes are out!
Had a bilaterial mastectomy on the 26th. Recovery is going good. Path reports came back good, no lymph node involvement. Now to get through 10 more rounds of chemo.
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Relay for Life
I'm doing my first Relay for Life tomorrow! I'm so excited!!!!! I have a good friend who's been fighting cancer for years, and she and another survivor lady are always in charge of the luminaries. So this year they invited me to help. It's going to be hot and muggy and busy and I'm going to get so tired, haha, I can't…
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BRCA2 -
Has anyone had double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery because of testing positive for BRCA 2? I am asking because I have surgeries on 6/17/2010. I originally had a lumpectomy back in August of 2004 - I am in remission as of 5/16/2010 - now I have to deal with this. God is good and has been good - just another path I…
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Prayers needed please.
Hi everyone.I take my first mamogram since BC. this Friday.I am so scared,I can hardly stand it.I am trying not to think about the bad that could happen.But my mind keeps racing with these thoughts.Please pray that i get good news.Thank you. Pat.
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hands are driving me crazy
I have had my second round of Taxol the third Wendesday. Now my hands are driving me insane. The tingleing or itching ,whichever you want to call it, is the only problem I am having. I have tried just about everything I can think of. If any of you have had this problem, how in the world do you cope? Any and all ideas will…
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Breastfeeding and breastcancer
I'm 36 years old and was diagnosed with infiltrating ductal carcinoma. After my biopsy, no one from the cancer support staff where I had it done called me or anyone from my OBGYN doctors office. I had to place 2 calls to my doctor and she finally called me on Monday at 5PM and told me I had cancer but that she didn't know…
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Shout out PPurdin...how was your mammo today?
Pat, How was your mammo today? I was thinking of you when I was leaving my mammography place today. I was done about 10:30 and I know that your appointment was then. Hope it all went Ok. Let us know when you can. Blessings, Patti
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Update on DIEP vs TRAM flap procedure decisions
I went to the plastic surgeon today to discuss my reconstruction options. He has done over 300 breast reconstructions and is trained also in doing the DIEP. After examining me and from his experience, he advised me my best option was something called 'muscle sparing free TRAM flap' surgery. He said it gives the best…
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? on sentinel Lymph node surgery
I was told they would inject radioactive tracing material into the breast. Do they numb th area before doing that? Does it hurt?
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Adriamycin/cytoxan chemo every 2 weeks-can i change that
Last treatment this Monday. Anybody ever stop after a few of these? I'm going for my last treatment out of 4 and I'm so tired and sickly from 2 weeks ago I'm not sure how i will handle it. I'm doing dense dose which is every 2 weeks verses every 3 weeks because my doctor wants to treat my tumor aggressive. Last Mondays…
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How many of you
How many of you have had breast cancer twice? How many have had double mastectomy just to make sure. I have thought about it just to make sure I dont have to go through this twice. I guess I just need some advice..
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What is the connection to reoccurring bc and our ovaries?
I think I read somewhere on here that with certain types of bc it can possibly give you cervical or ovarian cancer, am I confused or what? Can someone explain to me about the ovaries and why do you have them removed. Thanks for the help, I want to learn as much as I can. Ronda
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Fatigue continues...
I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. The "Cancer Fatigue" continues to rear its ugly head. Along with the "dead tiredness", I have an achiness in my calves. Does this sound familiar? Any suggestions?
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When did you start having visible reactions to rads?
I am in my third week of rads and so far have not had any skin reaction. Just waiting for the other shoe to drop. When did you start having visible reactions to rads? Hugs Donna
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My son is graduating
My son is graduating on Saturday and the ceremony is taking place in a large venue that will be hot and crowded. I'm feeling so much anxiety about going because I'm so weak and tired still from my chemo. I want to go, yet i think everyone will understand if i cant. I don't want to disappoint my son. I'm so very proud of…
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Triple Negative, Stage 2 New to discussion
Just had a port implanted last Friday. Start chemo next week. Had a lumpectomy. No lymph node involvement. Is anyone where or has been where I'm at? Reading all of the discussions has helped me cope. You are all very couregeous.
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to many choices
I have tnbc and have seen 6 different doctors and need a little advise. I will be starting chemo within a week or so and here are the different choices. Hi Check out the differing opinions below. Also, my surgeon cleared me to start chemo and it is important I start very soon. 1. Dr. Taxotere & Carboplatin & no Adriamycin…
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Today is Aortus & Moopy's Anniversary!!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY H-AAAAA-PY ANNIVERSARY!! May your anniversary renew your love today & throughout the coming year! ♥ Cat
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Puffs just aren't gonna cut it this summer!
Wow, am I glad I finally found this site! Just by reading a little bit everyday, I've learned a lot. Unfortunately, I've learned some things that were either done wrong or just plain not done for me during my "blip on the screen" trip with cancer. I"ve handled a bad mammo, 2 core biopsies, one day called for results,…
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mymastectomyonline.com-Need My Invisible Sister Support!
Hi All, Well, off we go! www.mymastectomyonline.com has officially hit the world wide web! It's not perfect but it will get there! Still battling with meta tags and sitemaps but I'll nail it! For now, type it in your browser vs. googling it.(aren't you impressed with my website lingo? LOL!)Better meta tags than cancer for…