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Path report in
I had my surgery Dec 9th (lumpectomy). The surgery went well and my lymph nodes were clear. Was really hoping not to have to go through Chemo. The tumor was 1.5 cm and Er and PR +. They were suprised that I was HER2 positive. y cancer is stage 1. The margins were focal which means there is microscopic DCIS lobular in the…
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Another one left for Rainbow Bridge
Friends, Just wanted you to know that Elfin Chin, my daughter's little Japanese Chin and Emmy's friend, left us on Dec 21st for Rainbow Bridge. I sure do miss him. You can see a pix of the little guy from last Christmas, sitting in his new bed. The house is so quiet without him here, since Emmy and him are no longer racing…
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UPDATE after Third Chemo
I haven't posted in over a week and have been very sick. Spent 2 days in the hospital due to low potassium from Big"D" and vommiting. I made it through Christmas with a lot of help from my grandson. I planned the menu and typed up a time line for the food preparation before my third Chemo. So he just followed what I had…
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Stupid things people say
I need your help. Where is the post awhile ago about the stupid things people say?? I have a friend with breast cancer who wants to read that post. Thanks in advance!
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Hate to leave you girls.......BUT IM NOT A CHEMO GIRL ANYMORE!!! WOOHOO
I did my last treatment today...so glad its over! To all you girls still going thru it or just beginning...stay strong and positive! Me and all the women on this site are living proof it can be done!
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Carkris Birthday Tomorrow the 28th
I think that it is Carkris' birthday tomorrow. So Happy Birthday a little early because I am usually late. Hope you have plans for something special. And I hope they include Ice cream and cake. you will see that is a birthday theme for me. Well, any day is okay but birhtdays are special ice cream and cake days. Celebrate…
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Is this a lot
Hello and how is everyone? I went to the onc to day and i am done with the first round of chemo he wants me to have 2 more rounds of chemo that means 12 more treatment i have all ready had 6 chemo. total of 18.then he is going to do x rays to see what needs to be done next.just wanted to know if that is a lot of chemo?
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is breast swelling normal
I had the lumpectomy November 18, 2009 and at that time they removed 12 lymph glands, with only one being positive. But now I'm concerned about the swelling in my breast.. Is that normal? I will be starting chemo Jan.7 2010.. The chemo Dr. told me today that the swelling is probably from the surgery and scar tissue. Just…
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Happy Birthday E-Hope!
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday today E-Hope! Hugs, Diane ♥
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Mom Diagnosed Christmas Eve ... Questions about Doctors
Hello. My mom got the call on Christmas Eve that she had breast cancer. Her brain went blank when she heard cancer so we only have sketchy details for now. What I got out of her was that she had invasive in situ breast cancer. I don't know how in situ and invasive can be used together, but that is not my main question. She…
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Drain NOT coming out before Christmas
I am disappointed! My drain is not going to come out before Christmas. I was really hoping that it would. It is so hard to sit when there is so much to do! Any suggestions as to how I can slow down the drain . . . one day I'm close to 30cc, the next day I'm back at 50cc!
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Merry Christmas!!
I’m dreaming of a non-pink Christmas, Just like the ones I use to know Where my breasts didn’t betray me, And my mammograms were all okay And the New Year ahead was all aglow! I’m dreaming of a non-pink Christmas For every sister here I meet May their days be healthy and free from strife, And may breast cancer be gone…
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buzzed head
Here is my new pic with my buzzes head sorry its so dark.
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Happy belated birthday, Maize, one day late
I was just scanning the older chats and remembered the birthday one that was started. Hope you had a wonderful day yesterday and I wish you a peaceful Christmas today. Take care. Marilyn
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Holiday Greetings
I hope that everyone is having a nice Christmas; eating lots of high calorie, delicious, fattening food and treats; and got the gifts or at least one of the gifts they wanted. Most importantly, I hope everyone is healthy for this one day to enjoy it with family and friends. I almost lost my mother this year and so this…
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Advanced warning, New challenge coming after New Years
Advanced warning, New challenge coming after New Years. So start thinking now where those pictures are. This one should be good for a few dozen laughs. You see I got to thinking (I heard that oh no Mooppy) Anyway I have noticed that a good many of us were teenagers in the 70's soooo....... Lets see all those Farrah Fawcett…
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MERRY CHRISTMAS 2 - AND HAPPY NEW YEAR
I know I've been lax about being online lately, with the visit of my brother, his daughter and grandson, and taking care of Mom. Its been hectic and wonderful and I absolutely fell in love with my new Great Nephew. I will post the picture of him seeing snow for the first time (we got 18" in my deck) is priceless. I wish…
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My family picture
I finally figured out how to post my picture. Anyway this is my happy family from last Christmas. Just making sure it goes through.
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Wishing
everyone on the site a "Very Merry Christmas" Hugs to all, Diane
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Holiday eating tips
1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Holiday spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls. 2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. It's rare.. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So…
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Help - blood clots or not
I woke up yesterday morning and my left calve hurt. I had surgery 2 weeks ago and had it wrapped in a heating pad when my husband asked me why I had done that. When I told him that it hurt he asked me if I thought it might be a blood clot I froze I have been sitting a lot not to mention taking naps. I know that I should…
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? about Sentinal LN Biopsy after the fact
Ok-I'll admit, I have been overdoing it with my left arm since my surgery on 11/30! Isn't that the first step? Admitting I have a problem? lol Today after some last-minute shopping, my arm pit area was more sore than usual. So, I felt around under there & there is a "ball" in that area. Is this normal? Or does that mean I…
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Pain in my port area.............hellp!!
I had my port put in last Wednesday and today I went in they flushed it and and drew some blood. About three hours later I was at home and took off the bandaid and there was a sharp pain like a needle poking me. I had my hubby look at it and he could not see anything. So I went to sit down and I felt like a dozen needles…
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breast scar
My scar from my breast removal got real real and had fever in it. Got back into the doc. they did ultrasound on the left side notice 2 spots. They did a biospy one came back neg. & the other came back postive. Had a petscan today will wait for the result on Mon. Keep good thoughts.
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Seeing Medical Onco Monday
Just wondering how long after the actual Chemo treatment do the side effects come? How long do the side effects last? I have heard they start 2 to 3 days after treatment to 6 to 7 days after treatment. Is it constant? Just nervous about what type of chemo and if I will be able to work. some of the side effects I've read…
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2 different opions..soo confused
Hi again. I hope everyone is having a wonderful Christmas and New Years. Just curious, One oncologist told me chemo for 4 months and one told me 5 months. So how do I know who is right. One is a cancer hospital only and one is not. Should that make a difference. I really don't want to go to a third. This is costing a…
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How do I hang on?
Just got the news yesterday. Cancer! How do you NOT think about it 24/7?
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New here and worried.
I have been reading everyone's emails since November, but have never introduced myself. I really wish I would have found this site sooner. I am 63 years old and was diagnosed with bc in July of 2009, had 5 treatments of chemotherapy,a lumpectomy in Dec. and next is radiation. I, like Megan, have found myself dwelling on…
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Good news yesterday!
I got wonderful news yesterday. The pathology report from my bilateral mastectomy with lymph node sampling (& tissue expanders)came back yesterday and we met with the surgeon. All lymph nodes were clear, left breast clear and right breast with only DCIS (lots)--no invasion. No chemo, radiation or tamoxifen recommended!!!!…
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Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New year.
I pray all us sisters in pink have a wonderful healthy New year and Merry christmas.Love and Prayers.(Pat).