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Breast Cancer

Re-excision
I am having a re-excision to get wider margins. I have been reading posts where it is worse than the lumpectomy? My surgeon says it is much easier? I was off wrok from Dec 8th through January 13th for…
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Started by rrogers34
Most recent by Angie2U
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
I need to lose weight and need a support group
Im new to the board and am just short of 3 years since my first diagnosis. I was overweight before I was diagnosed but put on more weight during chemo. I know that it is imperative for me to get on a …
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13 comments
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Started by pshurtz
Most recent by cats_toy
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
CatsToy Thanks for the Inspiration
Hope you don't mind but I made a copy of your bib and will carry it with me in my pocket when I walk in the "Relay for Life" this week end. I will have all of you with me thanks to Cats Toy. I haven't…
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2 comments
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Started by BlownAway60
Most recent by cats_toy
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
from 4 to 6 sessions? Why?
I have had two oncologist recommendations for 4 treatments of taxotere and cytoxin followed by tamoxifen. My cancer is ER+ and I am pre menopausal- 50 years old. Yesterday went for my 2nd treatment an…
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10 comments
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Started by Gabbie99
Most recent by tally
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
Taxol or Taxotere what is the difference?
I am beginning chemo on 5/20/10 with AC every 2 weeks for 4 cycles (8weeks) but My Onc also said I would come back in on Fridays for your shot? I am really confused now, not that I was not before lol.…
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6 comments
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Started by gobluegirl90
Most recent by tally
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
has anyone been hospitalized with neutropenia?
I had my first T/C chemo two weeks ago. After 7 days I developed a fever and severe abdominal pain. I was admitted to the hospital with a white count of 260! Normal 5000 to 10,000. Diverticulitis and …
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12 comments
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Started by mvannie
Most recent by mvannie
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
one year ago and here i go again
i havent been on lately i was diagnosed april 2009 with breast cancer on my left side. i found out the first of april i have cancer on my right side, i am having a masectomy this time. i had a lumpect…
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41 comments
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Started by teresa41
Most recent by ppurdin
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
radiation ?: excercise, time of day & creams
I will be starting radiation on Monday and have some questions that I have not seen answered in the many radiation question sections. I had a bilateral mastectomy with expanders placed at the time. I …
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9 comments
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Started by rm22111
Most recent by chipoo
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
relationship ending
A while back I posted a pity party topic and was upset that my S.O. was so hurtful and uncaring. Well, now this journey we took together all these years is ending. And the weird part is that I am okay…
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29 comments
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Started by lizzie17
Most recent by Kylez
May 13, 2010
Breast Cancer
DEIP follow-up recovery time?
Hello! I had DEIP reconstruction in January. My follow-up surgery is scheduled for June. How much time off did you need after this? I will have a lift of the natural breast to match the new one and a …
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2 comments
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Started by jdubious
Most recent by seof
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Of course being an Old Broad has some perks.....
////// Perks of reaching 50 or being over 60 and heading towards 70! 1. Kidnappers are not very interested in you. 2. In a hostage situation you are likely to be released first. 3. No one expects you …
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11 comments
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Started by chenheart
Most recent by chenheart
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Shout Out To Lady Parvati!
I realize that the posts jump and run all over the place, and sometimes I just miss things~ but where is Lady Parvati? Have I just been missing her postings? If any of the Kindred Spirits knows someth…
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5 comments
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Started by chenheart
Most recent by Calleen
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
my sister has breast cancer that has metastized to brain and lungs
My sister is 49 yrs old, was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer last yr. had chemo, rad and mastectomy with 13 positive lymph nodes. well in August she started having headaches, dr said miag…
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88 comments
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Started by trabrat
Most recent by Jeanne D
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Second round of TAC chemo last Tuesday and still feelin queazy!
Hi everyone. I've been reading the posts how I should drink lots of water but it makes me feel worse. It just sloshes in my stomach and makes me queazy. I'm taking nausea meds but they're not helping …
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5 comments
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Started by caligirl1
Most recent by greyhoundluvr
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Today is kms3566's Birthday!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR KAREN HAPPY 43RD BIRTHDAY TO YOU!! AND MANY MORE...!!! WISHING YOU A DAY FILLED WITH LOVE, LAUGHTER, LOTS OF PRESENTS, AND GREAT FOOD! ♥…
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14 comments
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Started by Cat64
Most recent by survivorbc09
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Non Cancer Related Question *** What Is Your Favorite Color And Why Is It?
I just thought it would be fun to see what everyone's favorite color is. I will start. My favorite color is royal blue. I like darker colors better and just love that color of blue. Hubby says it brin…
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51 comments
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Started by susie09
Most recent by Kristin N
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
My first session next week with Radiation Oncologist
I have that 1.5 hour appt with the Rad-Onc on Thurs. I was cleared by the Med-Onc last Thurs to begin Radiation with return to her just before finishing my radiation treatments for Rx for hormone rece…
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14 comments
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Started by KayNYC
Most recent by lizzgirl10
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
I'm Sorry
After reading this board for a few weeks, I feel like I need to agologize for the male sex. As a group we are generally insensitive, and likely to say the wrong thing at the wrong time. Also, even whe…
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33 comments
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Started by Hubby
Most recent by GregStahl
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Opinion on a final scan after chemo is done.
I am in the middle of chemo treatments and I have found out that my Dr will not be doing a final scan after chemo is done. He told me that is will only do scans when I have an ache or pain that lasts …
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8 comments
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Started by Mariannemm
Most recent by heidijez
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Where was your lumpectomy incision?
This is just a curiosity question, for those of you who've had lumpectomies -- where's your incision? My surgeon seems to pride himself on doing the incision around the edge of the areola whenever pos…
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25 comments
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Started by TraciInLA
Most recent by EveningStar2
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Radiation
When does radiation start after lumpectomy? I plan the 33 treatment plan. No chemo as of now. Haven't had surgery yet. The doctor told my husband and I it starts in 2-3 weeks. But her nurse just told …
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17 comments
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Started by Cindy Ann
Most recent by crselby
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
Has anyone had rads without putting thier arm over their head?
I am going to have my mapping done on Tuesday so I can get started with my rads. I have a problem with my shoulder and can not get my arm up over my head without pain. I am very worried about what wil…
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9 comments
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Started by ladyg
Most recent by Ritzy
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
ONE GIANT LEAP FOR WOMANKIND
I went to Walmart NAKED. Well without a hat. Just me and my little quarter inch of hair. No one really seemed to notice how brave I was trying to be. Missed my support team cheering me on. This is the…
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22 comments
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Started by BlownAway60
Most recent by Scotch Freckles
May 12, 2010
Breast Cancer
lumpectomy scar tissue
Hi everyone. I'm nearing the end of treatment with 7 boosters of rad to go. I'm more itchy than burned. Recently I've developed a hard mass under my scar big as an egg. I know its normal to get lumpy …
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12 comments
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Started by laurissa
Most recent by Ritzy
May 11, 2010
Breast Cancer
I am dealing with all of the side effects of chemo other than the weight gain.
I was diagnosed 8 weeks ago with invaside ductal carcinoma with lymph node involvement. I chose to have chemotherapy before surgery and am happy to tell that it is working. You can no longer feel my t…
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11 comments
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Started by putzie
Most recent by missrenee
May 11, 2010
Breast Cancer
Weight Watchers - Weigh-in 05/03/10
Monday's weigh-in results. Loss 1 lb. 8 oz. Total Weight Loss: 15 lbs. 2. oz. Walked 5 days, 1 hour per day. Slowly, but surely, the weight is coming off. Hugs, Janelle
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25 comments
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Started by Different Ballgame
Most recent by Different Ballgame
May 11, 2010
Breast Cancer
survived 1st round of taxotere/cytoxen on Thursday. Pretty lightheaded today.
Any suggestions besides lots of water and small meals? I have to work today (Monday)....not sure how that's going to go.
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9 comments
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Started by dianebraun
Most recent by dianebraun
May 11, 2010
Breast Cancer
DCIS and side effects of radiation therapy
Hi, I'm in the middle of my radiation therapy and have started having headaches that are borderline migraine and nausea. Is this normal? Any ideas how to handle it? Thanks, Betsy
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2 comments
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Started by Betsy13
Most recent by jnl
May 10, 2010
Breast Cancer
Hair after chemo
I am looking forward to hair after chemo. I have 2 more (TAC)treatments to go. I guess what I am really wondering is whether anyone has documented their hair growth. You know, how much it has grown af…
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29 comments
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Started by rene9
Most recent by rene9
May 10, 2010
Breast Cancer
Another port removal question
Port is coming out on Friday, May 7th. I'm starting to freak out because it's being done only under a local. I'm a big chicken when I know what's going on!! I really don't want sedation (even twilight…
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16 comments
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Started by pattimc
Most recent by Angie2U
May 10, 2010
Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer

Re-excision

I need to lose weight and need a support group

CatsToy Thanks for the Inspiration

from 4 to 6 sessions? Why?

Taxol or Taxotere what is the difference?

has anyone been hospitalized with neutropenia?

one year ago and here i go again

radiation ?: excercise, time of day & creams

relationship ending

DEIP follow-up recovery time?

Of course being an Old Broad has some perks.....

Shout Out To Lady Parvati!

my sister has breast cancer that has metastized to brain and lungs

Second round of TAC chemo last Tuesday and still feelin queazy!

Today is kms3566's Birthday!!

Non Cancer Related Question *** What Is Your Favorite Color And Why Is It?

My first session next week with Radiation Oncologist

I'm Sorry

Opinion on a final scan after chemo is done.

Where was your lumpectomy incision?

Radiation

Has anyone had rads without putting thier arm over their head?

ONE GIANT LEAP FOR WOMANKIND

lumpectomy scar tissue

I am dealing with all of the side effects of chemo other than the weight gain.

Weight Watchers - Weigh-in 05/03/10

survived 1st round of taxotere/cytoxen on Thursday. Pretty lightheaded today.

DCIS and side effects of radiation therapy

Hair after chemo

Another port removal question

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