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Did everyone who was in the Ornament Exchange get their ornament??? Or are some still waiting???
Hello, Secret Elves! I went back to the pages, and pages, and pages (!!) of emails sent/received with the names, addresses and match-ups of all of us. I do not see that anyone was left without an exchange partner. So, just wondering, did all of you get an ornament? Or are some still waiting? I would like to know, so that I…
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post mastectomy question
I had a bilateral mastectomy with sentinal node sampling and tissue expanders placed on Tuesday (Dec 15th). I am having arm swelling on the left side. That side is the most painful (MUCH more uncomfortable). And the tissue expander is closer to my arm pit than the other side. The swelling goes down most of the way when I…
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I MADE IT THROUGH!
I made it through the surgery! I was still nervous til they knocked me out but I just kept thinking of all of you that were there with me in spirit and knowing that you were all rooting and praying for me and that sent a wave of calm over me when I got anxious. It took 1hr and 45 min to place the wires. The radiologist…
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I think I finally made a decission but still scared.
Thanks everyone. I think I made a decision but need to discuss with the onco tomorrow. I am the one who is scared to death of being numb. I believe I am going to have a second lumpectomy. Right breast was 3 weeks ago, now left breast needs to be done. Has anyone else chosen to have lumpectomy in each breast rather then…
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Questions for Oncologist
Background: I had a lumpectomy Nov. 30, 1.4cm grade 9 tumor with clean margins and no lymph node involvement. It was followed with Xoft Brachytherapy for radiation. I have triple negative bc. I just turned 57 and have type 2 diabetes. Now it's time to meet with the oncologist to determine my chemo plan. Give me your best…
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Clear mammo!
Hi All, Had my best gift ever....a clear mammo. I was worried that it would be painful after surgery and radiation but it was the same level as pain as usual. My next one is in April but I'm not even going to think about that until I have to. I think that's what I had about this the most. We have to go through these scarey…
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Holiday Traditions
There were a couple of gals that replied to this older post but I think it got lost in the shuffle, Hope you don;t mind me posting it again ... I really like to hear what others do. For those who celebrate Christmas ... tell us what kind of tree you have and any family traditions you have. Those who do not celebrate…
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I got my ornament!
Thanks so very much Jadie! I love her - she is beautiful! An angel with "CSN Sisters" engraved on her message to me. She is so precious - a dear little face with a sweet smile! I do feel since I've come to this site I've got many new "sisters" - you have all been so very wonderful and kind to me at such an awful time (bc).…
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CALMNESS IN OUR LIVES OVER THE HOLIDAYS
CALMNESS IN OUR LIVES OVER THE HOLIDAYS I am passing this on to you because it definitely works and we could all use a little more calmness in our lives. By following simple advice heard on the Oprah show, you too can find inner peace. Dr. Oz proclaimed, 'The way to achieve inner peace is to finish all the things you have…
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Blood in bowel movement
I have already checked with the Dr. and we are going to monitor it but...has anyone else had problem with passing blood thru thier stool?
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I got my ornament from Cantella
I got my ornament yesterday. Thank you Cantella. My ornament came in a beautiful box and it is a beautiful blue ball with Santa, pine trees and pointsettas painted on it. I placed it on my tree in the front so I can see it everyday. Thank you again. Hugs, Margo
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Husbands
My husband is very supportive and a good man. However Ihave found that this is so hard for him, he has said seeing me and the girls sick just kills him. and Ive seen it in other circumstances. But I am finding at a time when I am gritting my teeth to get through. (see big D thread) he is more distant. and though I…
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surgery went well
I am 2 days post op from my expander exchange. Surgery went really well. I am sore but doing good. Sleeping has been my biggest challenge. He told me to expect to be a little extra sore because he had to make room for the implants. but WOW... can't believe how soft they are!! after 10 months with the brick expanders in its…
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Those interested:Jacki@ program/Free hospital jacket
This is an alternative hospital gown/jacket. Made by a 501c3. The also have a Jack Jacket. It has drain pockets,velcro high quality material and more, and it is FREE. No spamming, not scamming, email me private and I will be happy to send along the link. They work through grants, materials form big companies and of course…
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Tamoxifen and the very rare uterine cancer with an extremely poor prognosis that can occur after it'
Anyone interested in reading about what the women are saying who have taken Tamoxifen after having breast cancer and then gotten that horrible Grade 3, early metastasizing uterine cancer? I think you should all read the following article if you are considering this drug or the newer but similar type. On the Uterine Cancer…
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How do you deal with numbness after mastectomy???????
Hi again. I am deciding on having either a bilateral mastectomy or a second lumpectomy (right breast done 2 weeks ago) now left breast tumor was just found. My biggest fear with mastectomy is the numbness/no feeling. I hate being numb. My underarm is numb now because of lympnodes taken out. For those of you that have had a…
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good news at last
My surgeon finally called tonight and confirmed that my second lumpectomy was successful. I've come to learn that waiting on the results is the hardest for me. Well, second hardest after accepting the fact that I have cancer. My husband was as happy if not more-so than I. He was calling everyone he knew to pass on the good…
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Please be there for me tomorrow
Mammogram 8.30 am, It is going to be an ordeal............I'm scared, more scared than I was exactly 2 years ago when my surgery was happening the next day (Yeah, yet again at 8.30 am 18th december )........ I really want you all with me, my 'special person' will be there......in spirit. Tylenol xtra will help. I hope.…
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Gift from Santa = Clean Pathology Report
On 12/1 I had bilateral mastectomy (following lumpectomy and chemo.)and had follow MD visit yesterday. The drains came out (not as painful as I had heard) and the pathology report was ALL clear! Yippee! Thanks for all of your support~ Jane
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Do you know of any equal statistics on any type of male cancer?
I was just wondering, does anyone know of a cancer that will affect one out of eight MEN in their lifetime? Currently that is the way breast cancer occurances are explained.
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I received a reminder... to be thankful ... even now.
I have shared before that work has been giving me a hard time... the general manager at our office has not been very supportive through this entire journey I've been on... it's just the way he is... I've been working... begrudgingly... they won't allow me to work through lunch to leave an hour early... no working from…
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Today is DianaLou's Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR DIANA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! AND MANY MORE.....!!! HOPE YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY! ♥ Cathy
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Clear Mammogram
I have been so wrapped up in Casey that I forgot to report that I had my second bilateral memmorgram on Wednesday of this week, and all was clear. I was thrilled, but with everything else going on around me, I failed to include my bc friends in the news. Hope everyone who has mammo's coming up soon are as lucky. Hugs. Judy
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Weekend Plans
We are expecting anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow starting midnight tonight and lasting until Sunday morning. Since the weekend is doomed for shopping, we are going to bake and make snowmen. My greatnephew is from Florida and has never seen snow, so this will be an amazing day for him. What plans does everyone have? Pat
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FREE PROSTHESIS!
Anyone need a silicone prosthesis; 38B? It was used for 1 1/2 yrs. by my Mom who passed away this Oct. It's free for anyone who needs it. Viki-NYC
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What... No Santa Claus????... Not what Grandma Says...
I received this today and thought some of you may like it as much as I did... Hugs, ~T I remember my first Christmas adventure with Grandma.. I was just a kid. I remember tearing across town on my bike to visit her. On the way, my big sister dropped the bomb: "There is no Santa Claus," she jeered. "Even dummies know that!"…
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When can I expect my 'Scalp Hair' to grow back ??? Chemo Treatments finished, and I tired of being
Anyone ??? Yes, I know that I am pushy .. Chemo finished, now I looking forward to a lush full scalp of hair .. VickiSam
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I canceled my surgery for today
I was supposed to have nipple attachment surgery this morning but while showering I just decided I wasn't ready.. My gut instincts kept tugging at me and I knew the timing today wasn't right.. I don't know if the timing will ever be right.. My bilateral was in July and I'm healing beautifully.. am I making sense?? I guess…
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Can you come with me this afternoon? Followup
I go to see my onc at 2:30 p.m. I had blood work done on Wednesday morning and I'm going to get the results of my CA 15-3 marker test today. I really, really, really want the Arimidex to work!! Someone wise told me that being stage IV is a marathon, not a sprint. I want that marathon to go on a long, long, time. Thanks for…
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IS IT ME?
I hit the shops today (Thanks Moopster, Retail Therapy) and I was amazed by the cacophony of absolutely Ghastly Christmas Music played over and over at 90+ decibels! If I never Hear about Chipmunks roasting on a open fire again it will be too soon! I race into these shops, grab what I need and race out as quickly as I…