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Surgery Tuesday
On Tuesday, I am having my fourth (lumpectomy, bilateral mastectomy with immediate DIEP reconstruction, D&C and now reconstruction tune-ups) surgery in 2009. I'm then planning that 2010 will be smooth sailing. Actually, I'm hoping to live long and have no more surgeries, ever. I'll have one breast reduced to match the…
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Scheduled surgery today!!
Hi everyone...my mammo and ultrasound all came back good! No signs of spreading..so relieved. Surgery is on the 14th!
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Nerve pain
I am now 3 weeks post re-excision of my (R)breast (and all lymph nodes removed) and have burning pain down the inside of my right arm. I know this is nerve pain from damage done when all the nodes were removed, but does anyone know about how long this lasts? I massage it and use a washcloth to rub the skin, like my surgeon…
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trying to stay positive
I am going to be having a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction in a couple of weeks. I have been told that I have Ductal carcinoma in situ. I can't get the nagging thought out of my head that it could be more....that the final pathology will be worse. Any ideas how I can stay calm about this? I won't know for several…
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Treatment plan from Med Oncol
Okay, I had my first Med Oncologist visit yesterday. This is the plan Chemo Cocktail will be Taxotere and Carboplatin and Herceptin every three weeks. the Herceptin every week until done with the other two T and C. Then hercpetin every three weeks for a year. Then Radiation for seven weeks then the post menopausal drug for…
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Has anyone experienced this?
I finished chemo and will now be starting radiation. Just wondering the side effects anyone has experienced and also, this may sound strange...but my Rad oncologist said my breast will shrink. Did anyone have this problem and if so was it considerably noticable?
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Trpile negative/APOCRIN
This is a very specific and rare type of breast cancer I am asking about so I would like to politely ask that I only receive responses from people who have this same type. There is a great deal of information on triple negative and hormone receptive breast cancer but my diagnosis is about 1 in 1000-2000. As a result, there…
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I am almost done with rads.what is this sadness about?
Hi everyone,I have my 5 boost treatments to do then done with that part of it.I will be taking the Cancer pill for 5yrs.I guess I thought wow I am done with bc.As silly as it sounds,but I have relized today that I will never really be done with it.And that same person that I was don,t really exsist anymore.It changes our…
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off subject
how do you create the different fonts, scrolling hearts, etc. in your posts?
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Surgery
Hey ladies just wanted to say I hope everyone had an amaizing holiday! I am having my bi-later mast/recon on Monday morning and I am super nervous! I would just looooooove to have some positive vibes and prayers thrown in my direction, because it always helps. Also, if anyone has and tips or advice for me that will help…
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New Year's Resolutions
Just two more weeks and 2009 will be over! I'm curious-what are your New Year's Resolutions? ♥ Cathy
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I want my mouth back!
I know I could have a lot more to complain about, and am lucky that this seems to be the worst of my side effects so far (except for some lovely constipation which I will spare you the details of), but I'm only into a week of this chemo and the way my mouth feels is already driving me crazy! Thanks to you ladies that have…
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More news
I went to the surgeon to have stitches removed today. He told me the radiologist called him. My 1st word...."oh no!!! the news---the "real final report" (my words) stated that there is a micro amount of staining in 2 of my lymph nodes. The radiologist believe that the radiation will take care of this. My surgeon wants a…
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calling all Mom's: How can I make this easier for her?
My Mom is 86, lives about 1/2 hr away. I call her several times a day, I try to keep her updated and ahead of any information I get. However, she is obviously stressed on my diagnosis (inflammatory bc) and upcoming surgery. I know I can't do tons for her right now. She is alone as my Dad died a few years ago. She was alone…
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Do you ever feel 'ugly'?
I don't know if this is due to Christmas parties where everyone is decked out in their holiday finery or what - but - I am feeling SO unattractive. I had a good cry this morning (I haven't cried in many weeks) when I looked in the mirror. The cancer has stolen my breasts. The chemo took most of my body hair - including…
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Anyone else having problems... Chat?
I can't get in, and after last nights drama I am wondering..... IS IT ME?
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Daily vitamins after radiation
I have just recently finished radiation and wondered when it is "safe" to start taking daily vitamins, D3 and calcium, again? I have an appointment with my onco in a couple of weeks and I know I could call but there are so many of you that are finished with radiation, I was hoping you could answer. Thanks.
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Hi, I am new here
Hi, I am Megan. I have been reading on here for awhile, but, never wrote anything. I had a lumpectomy and just finished rads. I was very glad to be done with them. They exhausted me. So, why am I up now? I think too much sometimes about my breast cancer and can't sleep. Does anyone else do that? I guess I am still so…
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Hello my name is Linda and I have breast Cancer
My breast cancer is back in the same breast that the ugly beast was in last time. After many test we know now it has not spread to other parts of my body. I am sooo thankful to God for that. I see my surgeon on Jan 4th to talk about my mastsectomy . I am considering reconstruction at the time of my surgery. Waiting this…
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bras for drains
Does anyone know where to find those bras that will accommodate drains post-mastectomy? I've googled medical supply places around here (Olathe, Kansas) but can't find anything. Do I really need a special bra for 5 days to a week? Can't I just wear loose fitting clothing?
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Could I ask what you think of the health care plan before congress?I hope you don,t mind.
Hi,I am not into politics much ,but as high as bills are fighting this horible beast I hope it will be a plus for us in need of health care.i don,t understand really what the president is trying to pass.I wonder if some of you are up on this.Thank you.Love and Prayers(Pat).
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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 ♥