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Pammy's New Clothes...?
Pammy (Akiss4Me)recently asked in another thread what clothes could be worn Bra-less after Rads? A Burka! Turquoise of course. Kaftan, again Turquoise, Kimono..I have a nice turquoise one I can lend you!.. You could always 'Go Native'. Seriously though, I had a very extreme lumpectomy and after rads was glad of a really…
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Newbie - family issues
I was diagnosed with IDC stage II breast cancer in my right breast in March 09, ending up with a complete mastectomy and 3 or 4 cancerous lymph nodes being removed. This all occurred around my 48th birthday and the diagnosis was just before I was scheduled to attend a symposium for work, a week out of town, teaching 2…
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Heart Scan and Hysterectomy....
I keep learning every time I read all of your gracious comments.. What is the heart scan before chemo? Also I had read that if you were est/prog/ positive, that a hysterectomy(at least ovaries removed) ... Whats that all about??? Just keep feeding me more information, I am so grateful for all of you!! Angel23
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New to the board....
I was diagnosed just a few months ago, I've gone through with a double mastectomy and am in the beginning stages of reconstruction now.... I had my first "fill" yesterday and will start chemo in just a few weeks. I'm scared to death, but know this is what I have to do to be healthy again.... anyone on the boards in the…
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Starting Chemo Monday
This is my first post in close to a month. I am new. I haven't been online since surgery, a little more than three weeks ago. I am recovering from a bilat mast. and found out monday I start chemo this comming monday. Did the heart scan yesterday, friday the chest port goes in and the no boobs, and no hair? am I going for a…
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Having Surgery
I'm having my surgery next week. I am scared. I don't know what to do. I have the list of things the doctor gave me I have to do to prepare my self for the surgery. But honestly I am really scared. This is my first time to undergo operation. I have never been confined in the hospital except of when I gave birth to my three…
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EARLY roll call: weekend plans!! (Taleena are you still in town??)
So, it seems that SOME people are going on vacation today, so I'm doing an early roll call. I, of course, will be at my desk all day tomorrow, but the weekend is near, so I'm still excited. So, the hubby and I will be seeing the new Harry Potter sometime this weekend. Very excited about this latest installment. I'll be…
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Helping my friend
I want to have a fundraiser for my friend who is currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Does anyone have any ideas.
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AFTER EFFECTS OF RADIATION
Anyone who has finished rads having any problems? Thanks! Kristin
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just when you think..
Just when I thought that things were getting a little better..I am recovering from Rad burns and slowly (very slowly) regaining energy, just started back work light-duty...... My hubbie Bob got tangled up in Tootsie's leash and fell down our back steps. He fell hard and has broken ribs and is in alot of pain. Now i am…
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thanks
i just wanted to thank all you gals for helping me get through one of the longest and toughest months of my life. I am starting chemo on Thursday and I am ready to kick some cancer butt. Your humor and great attitude is inspirational. Hugs to all!
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Chapter 3.....
*hope you got a chance to read chapters 1 & 2 before this. Enjoy!!* As Pammy opened her eyes, there dead ahead in front of her stood the most handsome young man with the nicest smile!! He was talking to a nurse. No doubt someone's husband trying to get an update. For a brief moment he turned his head in her direction and…
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friend thingy
I have tried, and tried, and added friends but still can not get the friend thingy next to my name. Please treat me as a real dummy and give details from start to finish. Thank you, K
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i want to share this with all of you
I have gotten back into the habbit of writing poems to help release feelings and wanted to share the latest one with all of you. Oh how can this all be Is the disease still inside of me what kind of hell is there still to come where did it all come from am i being taught a lesson for all he mistakes i have made should i…
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I feel like I am falling apart
Hi all Ive never posted before but I sure need you guys. Im crying while Im typing this. I was diagnosed at the end of april. Had bilateral mastectomy for invasive ductal ca with sentinel node involvement. No other lymph nodes. I guess its stage 3 since it spread to the nipple. It was only on the right side but the left…
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Arimidex
Has anyone else had MAJOR problems with this drug? My oncologist told me to hang in there for at least 6 months, but I couldn't make 2 months...felt horrible! I went through chemo, surgery, and radiation and handled all of that better than this medication! I recently went to a nutritionist who feels with the right foods,…
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New England Humor
A curious fellow died one day and found himself waiting in the long line of judgment. As he stood there he noticed that some souls were allowed to march right through the pearly gates into Heaven. Others though, were led over to Satan who threw them into the burning pit. But every so often, instead of hurling a poor soul…
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My check-ups.......
I saw my rad onc last week for my 6 month check-up. He said that everything looks good and will see me again in 6 months. I had a mammo on my remaining "girl" today. Then saw my surgeon for a check-up. Mammo looked fine and my surgeon said I am doing great! I will see her again in 6 months. So I am relieved and happy! CR
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Chapter 2....
Just down the hall, through the doors to the left, around the corner and towards the back was the cubicle that the nurse escorted Bill and Pammy to. Crisp white sheets covered the bed. Two leather chairs for sitting were off to the side. Crash cart and medical equipment scattered about the room reminded you that you were…
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Chapter One....
Hey everybody...I'm still alive!! And as promised, here is my story......:) Pammy ....now that all her prep is done, she takes one last look around, sighs, and walks out the front door. It is eerily silent as her husband holds the car door for her to get in. He smiles and leans over to kiss her and tells her how much he…
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Chapter 6
Yes...the long awaited chapter 6 is here. Sit back, relax, grab a cup of tea, and enjoy!! Down the hallway they went. Pammy could feel her knees shaking just slightly. She didn't think the nurses noticed. She was sure the firm grip they had on her was precaution. She wasn't sure if she could make it into the room without…
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How was first day back at work, Jackie?
Hi, sister of Montana, was thinking of you today on your first day back on the job and wishing you good luck. When you feel like it, let us know. You are probably very tired. Your patients and co-workers, especially your patients, must be so happy to have you back. Love, Moopy
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Amazing update
Hi, group! I am amazed and happy to report that after taking Lexapro for only three days, I feel happy! Can this really be that the drug is working so quickly? The fact that a drug has helped me not be depressed anymore makes me think that I was correct in thinking that the Femara caused my depression and that it was a…
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Pammy's Tattoo (akiss4me)
If you all get a chance check out Pammy's tattoo on the expressions page, very nice! I am a collector of angels so I really liked it! I think I have close to 100 of them (angels not tattoos LOL). Hugs, RE
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Babe...........
Babe, we haven't heard from you in awhile. How are you doing??? CR
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braving it bald
I read on some posts recently questions about going out without hats during chemo and the reaction of others. It sort of inspired me to go out without any headcovering. My hair is probably a little longer than 1/4 inch right now. I went to 2 public places Sunday and did ok, no staring. I am just wondering if people think I…
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pain after radiation
I finished my radiation about 6 weeks ago. I did not experiece any pain during rads. However, I have been having this pain in my both breasts ( short pains. comes and goes) and I am wondering why? My onc said today that it could be the radiation pain. Any of you experienced this after rad? Thank yoy, Neda
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why not surgery first???
hi, it's labtech again. i am going for my last chemo next wk but i met a woman who had stage 2 breast and they did her surgery first? i have stage 1 and they did my chemo first, this will be 19 or 20 treatments for me. I am worried they have overdone it with the chemo my tumors were between 1 and 2" in size. i will have…
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JUST A NOTE
Thought perhaps some of you did not know this so I will mention in. Should there be a particular post here or in the expressions gallery that you want to visit a lot you can click "add to my favorites" in the upper right corner of this page and it will be saved for you to easily access at a later date. I am looking the one…
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CSN conference call
Those of you who were in on the CSN conference call today ... could share the information with the rest of us? thanks. teena