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This is a non cancer question! So read it or not!
I am still using IE 6 for my browser. Should I download IE 7 or does anyone still have IE 6 like me? Some have told me that when they downloaded the IE 7 that it messed up some of their programs and stuff. Ok, you puter techs..HELP ME! lol Thanks so much! Love, Jeanne
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Sunday sex
I will never hear church bells ringing again without smiling.. Upon hearing that her elderly grandfather had just passed away, Katie went straight to her grandparent's house to visit her 95 year-old grandmother and comfort her. When she asked how her grandfather had died, her grandmother replied, "He had a heart attack…
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Radiation bonus!
I just have to tell you how wonderful my entire oncology crew is. The oncologist is great ... his nurses who do the infusions are true angels ... the surgeon and his crew are terrific ... but yesterday after my radiation treatment ... they asked if I wanted a massage. It seems that every Wednesday they have someone there…
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I thought today was Friday
I thought today was Friday. Chemo brain. Always have chemo on Thursday and had it today but when I got to work and all this evening I've been thinking it was Friday--start of my vacation--now bummer have to go to work tomorrow. Thankfully I have Jake to keep me straight on what day of the week it is. Tomorrow he has his…
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Water Water Everywhere...
I know there is much debate with divided opinions about drinking bottled water and it's effect on breast cancer. I used to drink it all the time...since my diagnosis i have stopped completely. Weird thing, the entire year prior to my diagnosis, for the VERY FIRST TIME, i started carrying a case of it in my trunk so i would…
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Thought I would share this
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In April, Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 70+ birthday. Oprah asked her what she thought of growing older. And, there on television, she said it was 'exciting.' Regarding body changes, she said there were many, occurring every…
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oh how im mad, please answer this one
I have been reading through responses and questions and want to know what the heck this brca test is and why wasnt it offered to me? Im 36, should i still have this done and if im possitive, does it mean my daughter should be tested when shes older or what? Man im so upset that my drs never even mentioned this test to me.…
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PET scans
I was recntly diagnosed with breastcancer in my right breast,and am now waiting for more tests due to something in my left breast, and swollen lymphnode left side. Will have MRI and mammogram again this week. Since leaving the doctor's office I heard that a PET scan detects cancer, and am wondering why they are not used…
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Need a smile?
What did one saggy boob say to the other saggy boob? "If we don't get some support soon, people will think we're nuts."
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Conference Call Questions - Do you have some ready?
Well, the day is creeping up on us, so, have you thought of any questions you might want to ask Greta at CSN? I have only thought of one, and, I thought I saw someone else post that they might ask it. So, I will let them, as, it might cause a controversy. lol ( yes, i can be a chicken ) Not for sure if I will make the one…
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Tamoxifen and hot flashes
I just finished 7 weeks of radiation for DCIS and was put on Tamoxifen, which is giving me horrific hot flashes. I can't take my favorite Premarin any longer and miss it so much. I'm tempted to give up the Tamoxifen and just take my chances my cancer won't return. Any advice??
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Tasha and U4art
If you get a chance check out the expressions gallery, Art has posted a few nice photo's of his surprise visit with Tasha. Really nice pics Tasha! RE
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MUSCLES SPASMS
Okay all my fine friends, do any of you suffer from muscle spasms in the chest area on the sides you had your surgeries. I have had them ever since the lumpectomy, so far the mastectomy side is less fierce. Today I did a bit of grocery shopping and managed to manhandled a few "way to heavy for me" items. Since then I have…
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Dr Charisma-Bypass....
I visited my onco today for 6 month check up. Everything fine. Except he started banging on about a Mammo again, he said it was time, So we agreed that I'd do it before my next appointment in January. I even had the miserable Sod laughing, Blood pressure was slightly up, I told him it was because I had to see him...He…
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Went for help and advice today........
They were great, they have all this stuff to offer to support you, a wonderful apartment..(view next monday) and life is looking up at last. Oh My......Such Turmoil, I'll be OK.. Hugs Jxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Disability for Breast Cancer....
Has anyone applied and been given disability for your breast cancer? I thought I read that this is a qualification to receive disability fron Social Security. :) Pammy
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New Pictures on my expressions page
I think I did this right. I thought you all might want to take a look at the things that keep me going. My kids and grand kids. (Big Smiles) Aurora
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Heavenly Hats
I have posted this before, however there are many newbies so I want to post it again. Please go to www.heavenlyhats.com all you need to do is fill out a very brief form and in just a few days a "hat package" will be on its way to you at no cost to you. Here is an paragraph from that site: "The Heavenly Hats Foundation(TM…
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I DID IT !!!!!!!
HI GUYS AFTER A DOUBLE MASTECTOMY,6 ROUNDS OF CHEMO,AND 34 RADS I HAVE FINISHED MY TREATMENT.TODAY WAS MY LAST TREATMENT. I HAVE NOTHING TO SHED BUT TEARS OF JOY.
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chat
sitting in chat all by myself
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Fatigue and life
I didn't know why..but i finally read the pint-out radiation sent home with me.. and i know it's true. It stated that although you are so tired it may not get better for a while. It said while you are going through treatment for cancer you do not react like the normal person to treatments.. even though you sleep you do not…
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Call out to Butterfly12
Hey Sherry hope your starting to feel better. I am doing better today than the last few days. I guess we will be doing this at the same time. Now if I could just sleep.
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back to work
Hi all. Just wanted to share what happened at work today. I went back to work today for the first time since last Monday.(Last Monday I went in and wound up sick the rest of the week with a sore throat) When I arrived a couple of the girls came over and asked if they could talk to me outside. I thought it was kind of weird…
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Changing colors after lumpectomy?
Hi! I have been reading a lot of the posts on here for awhile, but, didn't post anything until yesterday. You share so much good advice and encourage us newbies. I had a lumpectomy and have been noticing that the aerola at times changes colors. It kind of turns a whitish tannish color. I know that sounds strange, and, it…
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After mastectomy tips and tricks
Hi, Newly diagnosed and will talk with doctor tomorrow about mastectomy. Is there a thread about what to expect and any tips or tricks to help someone get thru this? Thanks Deb
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Breast Cancer Husband....
The book arrived!! Layed it on the coffee table and my dear hubby (who is not a reader) picked it up two days later. He actually has a bookmark in it!! Very good book for husbands, boyfriends, or caregiver. He has read two chapters already. It is a book that explains to them how to help their wife (girlfriend) and…
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Question about reconstruction on radiated breast
Hi there! I am a 15 year breast cancer survivor. I have just found out that I now have cancer in my left breast (it was the right breast before). I have a bazillion questions but the one on my mind today is am I no longer a candidate for implants since I had radiation 15 years ago?
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clinical trial
I was asked to be in a clinical trial with A/C and Taxol plus Avastin which has lots of side effects. Don't know what to do. MY onc says she would do it (has seen to many recurrances). Please help! How do I decide? By the way my scans were all clear! Thank God!
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MOOPY, How Are You Doing Now?
Hey Moopy! We haven't had an update from you lately. So, post and let us know how you are doing when you have some time. We read where you had some company, so, we know you have been busy. But, we miss you and want to know how your rads are going. Hopefully everything is good! Love, Jeanne
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Back from Oncology Visit
Met today for the 1st time with oncologist. I liked her very much. A compassionate lady who still was right to the point. As of now, I'm still not sure what the plan of action will be as she is ordering that test "Oncotype". Does anyone have any idea how much this will be costing? They said that Medicare will pay for this…