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We made it!!! And Holland was waiting in her snowy white coat!!!!!
YEA!!!! You guys remember my tales of being bumped to Business Class the last 2 trips from LA to Amsterdam, right? Well, it happened again!!! We got the 'big' seats... Seemed that there were so few business class people, and so many coach passengers, plus horses (I LOVE the idea of a flying horse...lol!) that the plane…
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The RAD B"S Rock Chicago
The RAD B"S Rock Chicago The RAD B'S threw a suprise concert in Chicago Christmas night in honor of there Human Resouce Manager Susan aka Christmass Girl. This up and coming band rocked the city like it has never been rocked before. The lead singer's vocals went form soothing in one song to rock you hard in the next.The…
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Back on line but with sad news
No more sneaking to read and post from my office computer or going to my kid's houses and just to use their internet and not visiting. It's going to take me awhile to catch completely up. I want to thank those of you who kept me in your prayers the past couple weeks. My wonderful, compassionate father lost his battle with…
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TRAM reconstruction
Does anyone know how much fat is necessary to perform a TRAM reconstruction? I am looking into that procedure as an option after mastectomy for DCIS. Some have said that I may not have enough fat in my belly. How much do I have to be able to pinch to be a candidate for this procedure?
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Hi everyone,I am so very happy.I know you don,t mind.
Their may be an end to this after all.My Dr. says 5 more Radiation treatments and 5 boosters.I am so happy.As you know it has been a long drug out thing with surgery twice,chemo and radiation.And alot of you have been on this journey with me.Thank you so much.I love you all.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.(Pat).
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The bus leaves for Cancertown on the 28th and this time I'm not on it
Yep it's true I refuse to get on that bus. Actually I have a question about RADs. I've finished 28 whole breast and am pretty burnt and a bit tired. I am scheduled for 5 boosters which I will finish (God willing) on the 28th of December. What can I expect from the boosts will they make me more tired or will I feel about…
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You know something, I missed all of you a LOT! Nice to be back on the board again!
I don't know if anyone noticed ( sniff sniff ) but I have been off the board for several weeks. I was off honestly because it was getting to me. I love this board and I love all of you. I have received and I hope given a lot of support and encouragement here. I love the good news, and, I tried to say something positive and…
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My Mammo and Ultra are CLEAN!
Hi everyone! I am so happy! My mammogram and the ultrasound were all clean! Nothing is wrong, no signs of cancer, no suspicious areas, nothing, but, what should be there. lol Omg, what a relief. I had myself so upset that I was literally sick at my stomach yesterday. My poor husband had to keep stopping the car on the way…
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stress doubled??.. and going thru chemo :(
I have my parents staying here , with me , my husband and 3 kids .... it has been a god send having my parents here to help out but everyone is getting on each others nerves..... I am going crazy... I know I am not the only one at home dealing with this but I am dealing with it and going through cancer!!! I am so sorry to…
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Graduated from RADS this morning!!!
I finished my 34th radiation treatment this morning, just in time for Christmas. I am so happy and lucky to have gotten through my treatments, chemo and radiation, with minimal side effects. I feel very happy to be through, but it's bittersweet at the sane time. I'm not going to go there, instead I'll just enjoy being…
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Venting Blog
It's been a while since I've been on the boards. I had a recurrance of bc after 5 years and the second whirlwind occured. I was supposed to have radiation and hormone therapy. I ended up having surgery again on July 31st. They removed most of my sternum and part of my 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th ribs on my right side. I had…
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Wishing all of the special ladies online a wonderful Christmas & a Healthy & Sparkling New Year 2010. God bless all of you. Much Love, Alessia
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Anyone know where I can get a compression sleeve?
I am going to need one since Im having a lymphnode dissection...flying in Feb. I am in a major metro area. Do I need to order one from some where? Get one fit for me? Can I get at a walgreens, CVS?? Ive ready I can get a script from my doc?
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Just Hello
Having a tough time this Christmas for some reason. 10 years out for me this year - I was diagnosed in 1999. So far so good. But it's still there...you know??? In reading some of the posts on here, I realize that I am not alone. You have been through what I went through. I have tried to fight my feelings about Cancer alone…
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Post surgery pathology report
I had a lumpectomy on Thurs and I received the pathology report from the surgeon's office today. Thank God the report did not show anything new or unexpected. The dx remained insiti ductal carcinoma stage 2. The margins are clear but the surgeon felt that one side margin was too close so he wants to go back in and remove a…
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C-section scars with TRAM
Does anyone have any experience with this? I have a nasty C-section scar due to excess cauterization to control bleeding after the birth of my second child. How much might this interfere with the possibility of having the TRAM procedure?
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To Chenheart
Hi Chenheart, I wanted to thank you for the nice card. Sorry it took me so long to reply, but I've been to the hospital twice since I got it. Once for an infected PICC line, and once for being "a couple of quarts low" on blood. Had to have a transfusion. What fun. Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised to get a card from you,…
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How many on here are from Oklahoma?
Just wondering how many okies are on here with me? I hope you enjoyed the White Christmas we were given. I hated that all my family was not able to make it to my house but I had my kids with me and one sister and her kids were able to get here. It was a very good Christmas Day! Blessings, Angel
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Pat P and the return of my fingers after having "Chemo Fingers"
Hey everyone. I have been trying to figure out how to navagate this board, not having a lot of luck. Anyway, I have been trying to find out how to send Pat P. a note privately, but can't figure it out. So, Pat and everyone else reading this, Thank you for your note. It really brightened my day and I am so delighted that…
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question about rads
I will be starting rads in january and am wondering if I am going to have to raise both arms or just the side being radiated? I have a large open wound under my other arm that is taking forever to heal after surgery. I have had 4 subsequent surgeries (revisions) and the surgeons have decided to try and let the tissue heal…
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MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESUS
I am wishing all of you wonderful bc sisters a very Merry Christmas. I also wish for each and everyone of you a Healthy and Happy New Year! And, Happy Birthday to Jesus. I hope that this doesn't offend anyone, but, that is the true meaning of Christmas, at least to my family. Peace and Joy To All Of You! ♠♣ Christmas Susie…
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Merry Christmas Eve Eve
My mom and I always wish one another Merry Christmas Eve Eve the day before the 24th; its sort of our way to put a relaxing tone to the begining of all the hussle and bustle that will begin tomorrow. I wanted to wish all of you a wonderful holiday season, one filled with love, joy and wonderful memories that will last a…
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White Boxing Day?
It's just started here in Canada (Or is it Cambodia :) > ? ) I see on the news that some have tons of the horrible white stuff? Hope everyone is warm, comfortable, Home and Fed (Not to mention the booze) Hugz to u all Jxxxxxxx
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Stuck in a Blizzard on Christmas Eve!!
Yes my State of Oklahoma was hit with a blizzard!! I work 2 miles from my house and it took me over 30 min to get home!!! people were getting stuck in the driving lanes!! I saw one lady get out and kick her tire!! I got stuck in my drive way!! but thank God I made it that far!! Also my cable and internet was down AND I was…
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CHRISTMAS COOKIES.
OK, ladies lets break out the cookie recipes. I love to make christmas cookies to give away to friends and family. Do you have a special or favorite you'd like to share? Hugs, Diane CREAM CHEESE SUGAR COOKIES 1 CUP SUGAR 1 CUP BUTTER , SOFTENED 1-3OZ.PKG. CREAM CHEESE, SOFTENED 1/2 TSP.SALT 1/2 TSP ALMOND EXTRACT 1/2 TSP.…
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Emla Cream
Ok, I never used this before. I'm going for my 4th treatment tomorrow, but last time I went, I got a nurse that hurt me when putting the IV into my port. It never hurt before, not even in the least. She suggested I get my Onc to prescribe Emla cream (I suggested I not have her as my nurse, lol). But to be on the safe side,…
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Two wonderful letters today
I got two letters today from the hospital that I go to for my treatment and they have a fund to help patients who make regular monthly payments which I have done since March and the money that they awarded me to the two accounts that I have has cut my balance on those accounts in half. Now that is a wonderful present at…
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Home from hospital
I had my mastectomy and TRAM flap reconstruction on Friday the 11th. Things went pretty well except for not enough stitches in my belly button and bled all night - needed transfusion by next day. Came home Wed. night. I do have one question - how long before I can stand up straigt? I feel like an old woman all hunched over…
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What's Cooking?... Christmas Dinner/Lunch?
OK, I just had to start this one off, as most of you already know, I am hardly a 'Domestic Goddess' lol (If it ain't boil in the bag or microwave forget it). Sooooooooo What do all you Americans (and others) have on Christmas day for the main meal? I'm doing Roast leg of Lamb with Rosemary. A huge heap of mashed tates (so…
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Waiting on doc to call with date of mastectomy -- very anxious.
My husband and I have decided that I'm going to have a bilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. While I know this is the right choice for me, I have been so anxious today waiting for his office to call me with the exact date of surgery. I'm at work trying to keep busy, but I have my cell phone in front of me and…