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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…
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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…
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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
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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
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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.
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Today is Jessiesmom1's Birthday!
Happy*Happy*Birthday! Best Wishes for a great day and happy, healthy year! Jenny
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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…
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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?
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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…
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Today is gagee's Birthday!
Happy Birthday! Hope your day is filled with lots of fun and love all around! Jenny
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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…
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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 .
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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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depression
I was diagnoised with BC November of 2000, had a lumpdectomy 11-02, when thru chemo and radiation. But, I didn't have time to think about my cancer. I had been layed off my job just 3 weeks before being diagnoised. No health insurance, no unemployment, no income. Cobra payments of $500 a month. The hardest part of my…
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Another big day Weds.
I see the Cancer Dr. Weds.She will have scan and blood work results.And hopefully more of a plan.Hopefully can tell me what stage.I am anxious but scared.more anxious to start fighting this beast.Wish me luck please.
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So sorry to inform to everybody
So sorry to inform to all of you that Puffins beloved Soulmate passed away yesterday. This is very hard to take and is a shock to all of us that knows Puffin. Please keep her and the family in your thoughts and prayers. We love you Puffin. Hugs, Pixie
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Diagnosed with Overein Cancer today
More surgery,more testing more Chemo again.Uh second time around.Time to put my big girl pantys on Again .Thanks for the Prayers.Love you all.
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Breat Pain after 1 year
I was diagnosed with IDC (Breast Cancer) in December of 2014 and in February of 2015 I had a Lumpectomy and Radiation but no Chemo. After surgery and radiation my entire breast is very tender and very sore even after 1 year I continue to have pain. I have asked both the surgeon and the radiologist and the only thing that…
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Breast Hiperplasia with Mastitis
Gooday all. I appear to have an unusual diagnosis. I am Male 42...for the 2 months i have been having a slight pain n my left breast ..no swelling I had to see a dr after it couldnt resolve after sme time..after a scan and a mamgramme iam being diagnsed with Breast Hiperplasia with swollen lymph nodes in both armpits, and…
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For ladies with no reconstruction: Locker rooms/changing rooms?
I could use some advice, or maybe just some encouragement: I had a bilateral mastectomy with no reconstruction a little over a year ago. While I’m completely healed, because I had radiation to my chest 6 years ago, I’m not smooth, but have lots of lumps and bumps and ridges. According to all my doctors, that’s normal for…
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4 word story SPRING
Sunshine, chirping, longer days
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Monday is the big day
I talk to my Cancer Dr. Monday.I am so over anxious.And scared to death.Praying I ask the right questions.Going to make notes.All the emotions uh.I am a mess.Any suggestions on what to ask is appriatted.Second time around with Cancer.Thanks everyone.
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Pink bus Thursday?
Anyone want to ride along tomorrow? 17 weeks post chemo and 4 weeks post shingles across the surgical area, I think I am ready for this. Having an " extended lumpectomy" to take out the remains of the tumor and as much of the fascia/pectoral muscle as needed for clear margins. Expect that anxiety and concern for the…
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The dreaded call from Dr. Today
I received call from Dr. Today.The tumors was full of Cancer.I am so numb and heart broken.Right now they are talking hot Chemo.Has anyone of you had this?Going to talk to my reg. Cancer Dr. To.Right now I can barely talk about it.I have only told my husband.Want it to sink in more before telling anyone else.Thanks for…
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Waiting for a plan to fight this Beast
I got the news I had Cancer Last Thurs.My dr. Is getting Patholigy report from my surgery.I am anxious and scared to get a plan.Two dr s have mentioned hot chemo treatment.But I have not talked to my reg. Cancer dr.I hope to soon.
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Final day of radiation treatment
Yahoo. So happy this day has finally arrived. Finishing radiation treatment today (15 + 5 boosts) and whilst I'm feeling emotional, I also feel like I've come through this incredibly dark tunnel and can see the light at last. Cannot wait to get on with my life now. This forum has been incredibly helpful and supportive for…
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Mastectomy AFTER chemo
I just completed my first chemo last wednesday and today I feel like I am actually part humnan! I am due to go back to have another visit with my surgeon who performed my 2 lumpectomies back in Feb in 2 months for a check up. Is it too late to ask for a mastectomy then? I dont want to go through radiation, nor do I have…