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2 lumpectomys???
Has anyone here chosen to have a lumpectomy in each breast (found one right after the other)and happy with their decision, as opposed to double mastectomy. I am still waiting for the results of my gene test, had one lumpectomy a few weeks ago, and don't know what to do now. I am sorry that I continue to pose similar…
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blame
Hello and how is everyone? I was just wondering is everything being blame on chemo, the reason i ask is that on Monday i had a chemo appt and was asking the doctor a few questions and all he could say to every question was it was from chemo,over the weekend i was having pain were my port is its because of the chemo,feet…
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Such a bad day!
I am new to the site, and I guess I just need to vent. I was diagnosed with kidney cancer this year and had a nephrectomy in July. One kidney removed. Now it's breast cancer. My 1st lumpectomy was in November, my 2nd a week ago. Found out today the margins still aren't clean. Being told to go back for a mastectomy. I just…
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Officially Joined the RAD B's
Sorry I have been away for a few weeks. I started radiation therapy three weeks ago and things have been crazy. You know, you run to work and you run at work all day and then you have to run to get zapped. I can't tell if the running every day or the radiation therapy is what's making me so tired. I have completed 14 of my…
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trouble healing after surgery
I had a double mastectomy nov 20 and have had 2 revisions already.Has anyone else had trouble?I did have chemo first which is why the drs think i am having so many issues healing. I am getting depressed and just down because I feel so bad still. Any advice?? thanks monica
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"Im a-leavin on a jet plane" (well, almost...lol):
So, as you all are enjoying one last piece of pie, think of me fighting with the porter, ticket agent, and security at LAX!!!!! I have posted a pic on my expressions page of what I have been working on for the last 3 months!!!!! It is a felt stocking for my 'little' (almost 30) step daughter. Last Christmas, she spied my…
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good news
Hello everyone hope everyone had a good day? I went to see my surgeon to day and he told me that my tumor has gotten smaller so i guess my chemo is working and all i am going though with it is worth it. also went to day and had my hair buzz off at a barber shop had a guy to tell me that i look hot with no hair...lol...hot…
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the issue of weight
I need to lose 40 pounds, and am having such difficulty. Any new ideas out there? I have tried WW, and other diets. Right now, I was just diagnosed with sleep apnea, my thyroid is enlarged and the opening in my throat is narrowing. Thanks.
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okay... seriously is anyone else having these problems with people....
Now today tops all the stupid things people have said/ or done to me... Today I get an email from a acquaintance of mine... and its an OBITUARY... of some 41 year old woman who has passed away from BREAST CANCER... I DON'T EVEN KNOW THE WOMAN... what was the point of sending this to me.. does she really think I need a…
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Storm/Blizzard
Anyone being hit by the storm/blizzard yet? We're under 'Winter Weather Advisory' until 5 pm on Christmas Day. Plans are to go to Deadwood for Christmas dinner (and some gambling) but don't know if roads will allow that - oh well guess we'll just go on Sat. if we have to. I just got a call from CCI telling me to be sure…
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Lesbians after mastectomy's
I'm looking for support. I had a mastectomy and did not opt for reconstruction, so I only have one breast. I'm looking to discuss with the same.
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Ornaments and How Real this Virtual Site Is
I want to share about my ornaments. First, I received two. A box and and a nutcracker soldier. They came with a card from Judy (our Creampuff 91344). This is what Judy wrote: " The box symbolizes where all the good things that have helped you get to this stage of your treatment are stored, and the nutcracker guard is there…
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Complication from Bilateral Mastectomy
Hi, I have been reading through the past posts and have not seen this question before. I had a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction on Dec 5. When I went to the plastic surgeon for my first visit a week later I was told that I would need to go back to the hospital to have some skin that died and turned black removed…
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Picture
How do you post a picture? I have been having problems with my computer, I can usually read the board but sometime have problems posting. I hate this laptop. LOL.... Also, my Dad is in the hospital, my niece who lives with my parents has MS and had an alergic reraction to her meds she has taken since july and had to be…
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Happy Early Birthday to Susan!
I don't get on every day and I wanted to make sure I wished you a very happy birthday! Merry Christmas to everyone!
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I got even more ornaments in the mail...I have been more than doubly blessed by you!!!
Surprises can be so very nice, can't they??? I got 2 more ornaments in the mail this week! For someone who went to great lengths to keep my address a secret from you ( you recall the address labels I used!) I have been getting some beautiful ornaments ! One sweet sister sent me a beautiful angel with long brown hair…
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how I beat thrush
Don't know if others have had a problem with Thrush but it was really severe on me. In my mouth, on my bum and even in my nose! The bum and nose was very painful. This round of Chemo I rinsed alot with diluted organic apple cidar vinegar and then took Ultimate Flora Super Critical. Which is a dietary suppliement that put…
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Taxol pain
Does the bone pain from Taxol lessen after the first few days? My treatment was Tuesday. I felt fine yesterday, but today I feel like I got hit by a bus. I know my paperwork says "3 days" and everyone is different, but I wondered if this would subside a little after maybe tomorrow. Thanks for any input. Kathy
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What Is A Kiss?
Prof. of Computer Science: A kiss is a few bits of love compiled into a byte. Prof. of Algebra: A kiss is two divided by nothing. Prof. of Geometry: A kiss is the shortest distance between two straight lines. Prof. of Physics: A kiss is the contraction of mouth due to the expansion of the heart. Prof. of Zoology: A kiss is…
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Yikes! Blizzard..Snow stories
I'm dreaming of a white christmas....sounds so wonderful, doesn't it. Heavy snow is blanketing us in Philadelphia. So many plans this weekend have been ruined, parties canceled and the malls closing. Husband locked the keys in the car with the car running, had to call a locksmith to come out in a blizzard. I am sure he…
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I need to know how to put a picture on my page please.
Hi everyone,I can usually figuer it out.But when i go to my home page and click edit.And apply picture it isn,t their when I look at my home page.How do you get such neet pictures on your page?Thanks for your help.(Love and Prayers(Pat).
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Do You See It?
Before our pastor gets to the subject matter of his sermon, he usually captures the attention of our congregation by telling a joke or funny story. I had heard this one before but found it as funny as the first time I heard it: One evening a preacher held a country-type baptism. This is where those desiring baptism are…
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Had biopsy Tuesday..results...
not cancer but atypical lobular hyperplasia. My surgeon wants to do an MRI, excisional biopsy of both areas, and have me meet with an oncologist...sounds pretty intense for not being cancer... but I guess it's a cancer precursor? I guess there is increased risk of cancer of either breast and they want to make sure nothing…
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Lumpectomy results are clear. I'm so happy :)
Got the news this morning ... all clear! Will meet with radiology to schedule that to start the second or third week in January. I'm still pretty tired from being sick with three different colds off and on for 8 weeks prior to my surgery this past Wednesday. That's why I haven't been online as often. Need to get my…
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To us
As I read thru messages, it seems a lot of us are struggling to handle the Christmas events, family, and our battle. So tonight as the stars come out, I'm going to grab a glass of wine (luckily my onc says yes to wine), some cheese and crackers, look at the infinite night sky and toast us for magnificent warriors are we…
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Radiation toxicity reduced with red wine
Ok. So I'm starting radiation next Monday and my cousin led me to this article on drinking red wine before radiation treatment. Very interesting. As I have stated on previous threads...everything in moderation. That and the Europeans know how to live. What do you all think of this? I'm going to give it a try, especially…
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Lumpectomy yesterday
Let me just say that I am soooooo glad to have that over with. There were some issues but we got through it all. Then when I got home I got sick from the Anastasie. I felt faint and made it to the sofa before I actually fainted. It freaked my husband out. I stayed in bed and slept the rest of the day and all of last night.…
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hello from the new girl
My name is Diane. I would like to introduce myself. I'm 34yrs old diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Although my prognosos is good, and so is my attitude, I must say that I have my moments where I feel scared and unsure.I was diagnosed back in Sept/09 and it was the shock of my life. I cried at the the doctor's office…
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Conflicting oncologist opinions
Met with my radiation oncologist about 3 weeks ago, was going to my last round of chemo. She reviewed my chart and bascially questioned most everything that was done so far with the exception of the chemo. She didn't think I had enough margin area removed, could go back for more surgery, questioned my MRI, something…
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Daft Sods and P.O.D.S Explained for the people who joined recently...
Yeah.. Thank you Susan (Christmas Girl) for leaving this to your 'Esteemed Leader" to sort out... Pay cut coming up, official secretary! (Oh, I forgot, we never paid you).. OK you owe us! This started back in the summer, one member had a new pic up and I commented that it was nice...... she asked "What... the pic of the…