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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…
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Electric razor VS disposable razor
OK everyone, here is my question. How many of you have switched to an electric ravor after lymph node removal and how many are still using a regular razor? And, do the electric ones get just as close? I didn't bother with my first time nodes were removed (Because I wasn't told), but now my inscision is bumpier this time…
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KIDNEYS-- If it aint one thing its another
2 weeks ago I had to visit my PCP (primary care physician ) for my semi annual check up or tune up or what ever he does. He ordered a CBC and a fasting CMP blood work------- same stuff that my ONC orders all of the time. (except for the fasting part) so between these 2 Drs I'm getting stuck twice for the same blood work.…
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WHAT TO DO........
Hi everyone, just look at my profile for details of my situation. I am new to this site, and have been checking it out all day....... My tumor is 3cm lt side,IDC Her2 neg, est/prog/ positive, and I am debating between lump/mast. I am at a grade 3 histology, and 20% nuc/proliferation rate. I saw my selected surgeon…
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I need a smart person.......
Ok, all along, I've thought that I was a stage IIB. After reviewing my path report, which is now almost a year old, I think I am really a IIIA. Can someone PLEASE translate? pT2 pN2 pMX tumor size 4 x 3 x 2.5 cm. 6 of 17 lymph nodes. Thanks! CR
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Question about Chemo
Does the side affects of Chemo, get better with each round or worse. I think I have read two different things regarding this. What about when they change the chemo drug to another one later on here. Do you like start all over again.
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Reconstruction Surgery Today!
Ode to Breast Reconstruction It’s surgery day at last; Last night I had to fast Today I sit and wait While pondering the “girls” fate; Will they be twins once more? Just much smaller than before, Goodbye my lopsided friend Hope you’ll be much perkier in the end. Here’s to bras where both sides fit the same And no more neck…
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Two nuns and a blind man
Two nuns are ordered to paint a room in the convent, and the last instruction of the Mother Superior is that they must not get even a drop of paint on their habits. After conferring about this for a while, the two nuns decide to lock the door of the room, strip off their habits, and paint in the nude. In the middle of the…
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Fatigue Moopy
Hey sista's! i love you all and have been thinking especially right now of my dea r(and your) friend Moopy. I have been especially tired , and i know she is following just a few steps behind. I got a printout from my radiologist-oncologist- about fatigue.. when you go through the treatments that we have ...the fatique it…
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I'm a new breast cancer statistic & new to support groups
I've read and enjoyed your comments but I'm new at this and not used to sharing but here goes. I had bilateral masectomy may 11, 2009 with reconstruction. I have been readmitted to the hospital for various complications. These complications have delayed my chemo however we are "hopeful" I can start chemo July 22. I…