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Breast Cancer

One breast considerably smaller than the other after finishing treatment.
Hi all. Happy to finsh my treatment but after radiation and lumpectomy, my breast is almost 2 cups smaller. Just wondering what my options are. Don't want to wear inserts as I swim daily and also can't face more surgery on healthy breast. Has anyone on here had liposuction on the larger breast and has it worked. I will be…
Wig resource Cheap and Free
I didn't have to go through chemo after my BM so I don't know what you lovely ladies have had to endure with the hair loss and everything else that comes with that nasty chemo. I met another breast cancer survivor when I went for my bra fitings and we are now buds.. She however went through 8 rounds of chemo and lost all…
Still waiting for treatment plan
Been two weeks since I seen Cancer Dr.Still waiting.Driving me nuts.
Infection/Cancer?
Hi, I'm not sure where to begin. About two months ago I started having a burning sharp pain in my left armpit that travels down toward my elbow and across my breast down toward my nipple. The pain started to increase but it isn't a constant pain it comes and goes, at times I feel fine but when it hits it hits hard. I have…
Still waiting on treatment plan
the last I heard from my reg. Cancer dr. They wanted to do hot Chemo.Now in the bigger hospital they have taken my case bfore the board several times.As you know the waiting is horrible.Been five weeks since surgery.Said this is a u nique case.I have overary Cancer with no Overarys.Never thought it was possible.But it is.
Fractured vertibrae (T3) what next?
Had a CT last week and my gp called this morning to tell me I have a new fracture of the T3 vertibrae. Maybe this is why I have been in agony for the past 2 months??? I see my onco on the 20th and I guess that will be the first discussion of treatment etc of this latest setback. Onco put me on a strong anti inflam,…
Surgery hopefully next week
I seen surgeon today.They got me in two weeks early.They are planning surgery next Thurs.Dr. Doing some more research in my records.If she can remove tumor behind my liver it will be next week.So at least their is a plan in action now.Then after surgery they will decide on what kind of chemo.Dr. Was very nice and full of…
Breast reconstrution options
In 4 months I will be ready to have my expanders removed and final reconstruction. Who has had success with the Tarm Flap/Free Muscle sugery?
Any News PPurdin?
Any updates on your treatment plan from your doctors? Hoping to hear some news from you.
Radiation Therapy
Is there any alternative options besides radiation that anyone knows of.
Homeopathic gels/Tamoxifin
Good Morning For about a week I have been using a homeopathic gel from Peaceful Mountain which does have Sodium Hydroxide in it but is paraben-free to help with an injured achilles but am also a breast cancer survivor on Tamoxifin. Just was wondering if anyone knows if it would block what the Tamoxifin is doing? It seems…
Chemotherapy Ineffective 97% of The Time
I'm not a doctor and I'm not giving medical advice. I found this article interesting: http://www.collective-evolution.com/2013/04/11/study-shows-chemotherapy-does-not-work-97-of-the-time/ "A study published in August 2003 revealed that of adult cancer in the USA and Australia, the use of chemotherapy, when looking at…
Protandim supplement
Hi everyone. I have had several people I know try to make me take a new natural supplement called protandim. It's supposed to rebuild cells. Has anyone had any experience with this and have taken it.. I'm always skeptical about these kind of things... Any advice appreciated. Thank you. Love to all. Mary
DCIS Newbie
Hi everyone! Recently diagnosed with DCIS. Just need to vent. Found my breast lump while taking a shower. Had mammogram, ultrasound, breast biopsy then DX. Now awaiting results of underarm lymph node biopsy. Course of action to come... Lumpectomy, radiation treatments and anti-hormone drug. If negative on lymph nodes,…
arimidex and dry skin
I am about a month into my arimidex and have a couple of questions. At first I was taking the drug at night but thought it was disturbing my sleep so I switched to the morning. I think the drug is causing nausea and actual stomach pain. This seems to hit most of the day and sometimes really badly after supper. The crazy…
Pain pump
I had my appointment with pain management dr. On Friday. She suggested I see a Neuro Surgeon about getting a pain pump inserted. I guess the pump will be placed in abdomen, and they will run a catheter in my spinal column and it will give a constant drip of Dilauded down the spine. She said it would work better than the…
elevated tumor marker bloodwork
2 years after completing Arimidex and a bilateral mastectomy, my tumor markers are flagged HIGH. Anyone with this experience?? Outcome? Thanks, Carol
3 month follow up
Good evening. I went for my first three month follow up after finishing treatment. I was very disappointed. He asked how I was feeling I said fine he did see you in three months.i am pleased I feel good. I just expected more from the follow up. Is this how they all are ? Thanks and happy holidays Kelly
Still waiting for treatment plan
still waiting for plan to fight this Beast called overey Cancer.They are still talking hot Chemo.Has any of you went through this?Thank you.
Today is Jessiesmom1's Birthday!
Happy*Happy*Birthday! Best Wishes for a great day and happy, healthy year! Jenny
Prayers needed
Puffin and her husband needs our prayers badly. Puffin I woke up early and got on chat room and was back reading and just found out about Lew. Everybody, Lew was on top of a roof and fell off and hit his head. He is in critical condition and in ICU. We all know Puffin who is loved by all of us. She is going through alot…
Night Sweats
Hi, I just finished radiation treatments on Feb. 17! Happy to be on the other side. Quick question for my new friends - any one experiencing night sweats during and after radiation and before the oral meds?
Architectural Distortion ??
Has anyone been told that their mammo showed architectural distortion? After a bit of a "dust-up" with my breast center last week for my 3-D mammo, I have been called back for a spot compression on the breast that did not have cancer. Earliest appointment was next Monday so I have to struggle through the next 6 days of…
Anyone heard from GloMore ??
I just realized today that GloMore hasn't been commenting lately. I hope she is well, I miss her heartfelt comments...
Bra that fits!
I am a 2 year survivor, had chemo and bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction. my implants are a year old, and I am still trying to find a bra that actually fits and is comfortable. eventhough I'm numb on both sides,,I still have pain when I wear some bras. i asked my plastic surgeon about this and he said I really need…
possible osseous metastatic lesion on anterior second rib
Hi everyone I had breats cancer - invasive ductal - right side 2012 and had a mastectomy. 10 months later it showed up in my arm pit on the same side - right side - agressive breast cancer. My oncologist office wasn't going to test it. said it was a lymph node. U/S showed something so I had it biopsied. Had more surgery to…
Today is gagee's Birthday!
Happy Birthday! Hope your day is filled with lots of fun and love all around! Jenny
Newly diagnosed and need advice please!!
My dear friend battled breast cancer 20 years ago and has been cancer free until a few months ago. She has been diagnosed with IVC, stage 1, grade 3. Triple negative. Her oncotype score was 47 putting her in the high recurrence range. T/C chemo followed by radiation has been recommended. Her tumor was 1.2 CM. She chose…
Dr.s decision
I seen my reg. Cancer Dr. Yesterday.She has talked to the surgeon and cancer surgeon.They are recommending hot Chemo.I was Praying I dint have to do this Chemo.I am just numb at this point.I meet with specialist soon.I am very scared and confused .
Post Op 1st visit
Hello, friends I am looking for company this Thursday afternoon. I have my post op visit with the surgeon, and my husband has to be out of town. I probably will take my oldest daughter (23), but I am thinking of just going alone. I was hoping for pCR, but the surgeon already called to tell me the neoadjuvant chemo did not…

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