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low RBC....
I was just looking over some of my bloodwork papers (organizing into folder) and noticed that my last test earlier this month showed a very low RBC which I think is red blood count. Prior to that I had High gloconocytes (white count differential). That white count seems to have cleared up, but red count showing under the…
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the waiting is the worst
I've been reading the boards on and off for the entire month of June 09... My sister found a lump that eventually turned up to be fiber...something. In the meantime, she convinced me to go have a mamo. Mine turned up to be... well... I don't know yet. My gyno has referred me to a surgeon for a biopsy on Tuesday and…
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DIEP tomorrow
Seof, I knew you were doing this reconstruction this summer, and I was just thinking this morning that I hadn't heard anything from you for a while. I'll keep you in my thoughts. I had bilateral mastectomies and DIEP all in one fell swoop--17 hours of surgery. That was March 4, and I was back at work 1/2 time on 4/13, full…
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question for the cook
How many are going to have dinner late tonight because we had to think of a topic to post? I think it's a good excuse to go out to eat tonight! Hay, I'll use anything.
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Taxotere/ Taxol Question.
Just started to read the information my onc gave me. I have info on both Taxotere and Taxol. Do I get both of the drugs. I know I get Herceptin. Just confused on the other 2. Thank for any info.
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Do acupuncture, reiki or massages help with the chemo and radiation?
Hello All, I am new to this group. I am 33 and was diagnosed with bc in May. It took a while to accept this fact but had to move along. I am in middle of my chemo right now. I wanted to know if reiki and acupuncture help with your chemo and radiation? It is not covered under the insurance and can be expensive, so was…
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What are the requirements....?
...for joining PODS? You see, last February my wonderful 15-year-old, deaf Bonnie (Spaniel mix - shelter rescue) dog got hit by the mail truck and died. Well, I was heart broken and SWORE OFF having any more pets. But guess what? Last week I got ADOPTED! By the prettiest tailless lady cat you ever saw. Seems a neighbor…
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Hosed off to the nth degree!
Maybe I don't belong here either! Jxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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A Tash Joke.........
Ok...... you asked fot it........ This Guy picked up a girl at a nightclub, and after dancing and getting hot and steamy (Yeah, you know that one) he invited her back to his 'Pad' for the night. She was amazed at his decor, he had huge shelves all around the walls with loads of cuddly stuffed toys adorning them.......Small…
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Recent Diagnosis_What's Next
I got my diagnosis in May 2009. I was shocked becaused I thought I had done all the right things (yearly mammograms, monthly self brest exams, etc.). I discovered the lump in my right breast on Mother's Day. The following week I had a diagnostic mammogram at 8:30 am that did not show the lump me and my gynecologist was…
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Moopy & Aortus-with all 3 canines in tow-FINALLY moving to St. Louis today!
Our dear friends Moopy and Aortus - with Eefy, Yongy and Anubis(*) along, of course - are on the road today, heading towards temporary relocation in St. Louis. Wishing them safe travels! Moopster's 2nd rads simulation is scheduled for Wednesday; hopefully, her treatments will begin on either Friday or Monday. Good luck and…
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Surgeon Just Called With News!!!!
My surgeon, herself, just called and was so happy to tell me that she wanted to give me the good news herself. There was absolutely not one lymph node that was infected on the final pathology report. Also, the tumor was actuallly smaller than what she first measured (which would have made sense since she measured it from…
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The verdict is in
Went and seen Dr Zakem today. And this is the plan. AC 1 day treatment, 3 weeks off. Doing this for a total of 4 times. Emend, day before, of, and after, plus anti-nausea before the actual treatment. After that round we are going to do Taxotere 1 day treatment, 3 weeks off, doing that one a total of times as well. Then…
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Now I know I'm Not Crazy
HALLULIAH! FINALLY IN PRINT! Now I know I'm not loosing my (what is it???...........duh) marbles!!! LOL Check this out! I hope everyone had a great weekend! Pat Cancer Brain is Real http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/29/health/29chemo.html?ex=1178510400&en=fda0 46761b19beb1&ei=5070&emc=eta1
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Missing all of you, but having a GREAT time!
Hi Kindred Spirits!! I have been having an AWESOME time vacationing and getting to know my fellow BC survivor friend~ and this is the first time I have been online in almost a week!!!! I just want to give a shout out to all of you~ you have never been far from my mind and heart, and I will regale you with the details of my…
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Mammograms after treatment
I had a lumpectomy and radiation starting last July and just had my first mammogram since the surgery. About 5 days later the breast that was treated turned very red. It has gradually faded, but still is not like the other breast. I realize they squashed areas with scar tissue, but has anyone else experienced this?
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Want To Chat Tonight??
We are setting up a chat room time for tonight if anyone is interested in a "gab fest"! 6:00 p.m. Pacific 8:00 p.m. Central 9:00 p.m. Eastern Have I left anyone out??? From other countries perhaps? If so, I hope you can decipher the time difference because figuring these out was challenge enough for me! LOL!! CR
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Happy Birthday to me
I am the big double nickel today. Official senior citizen. Almost 6 yr survivor. Life is good Jadie<3
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Possibly good news....keep fingers crossed!
Went to a graduation party yesterday for some close friends (wow, I kinda felt bad cause they kept waiting on me!....but I let them!) and we got home some what late. When we did, their was a message on our answer machine from Dr's office that said this: "Pam...I am so excited about this news that I can't let you go all…
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Chat Room = Fast Typers! lol
My fingers are sore today from all of the typing last night. lol Ok, kidding, but, it was fun! It was a great idea, so, thank you CR and Cat for setting it up! And the shocker was...I actually could get in! lol So, thanks for the laughs ladies!
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Favorite vacation spot
What is your favorite vacation spot? We don't travel much so my choices are limited but hands down it is Yosemite. I love the majesty of it. We haven't been in awhile but we used to go every season. We went one winter and the valley floor was covered in snow as where all the mountains. It was one of the heaviest winters…
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January 2009 Disabilities Act.. Repost for New Members
Just as an FYI, January 1, 2009 congress passed a new section on the disabilities act. Cancer has been classified as a disability (including breast cancer) and therefore your employer must make reasonable accomodations for you. I am pasting a the following link... It has a lot of information on this topic. Even if your…
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Girls...22 more to go!!
This was harder than I thought!! :) Pammy
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Breast Cancer - HMO Care
I have received what I think is conflicting information from my HMO (Kaiser Permanente) regarding surgery options, specialties of doctors,etc. I was informed that because of the location of the breast cancer, It would be best if I have a Mastectomy. I requested a second opinion but that was also an HMO doctor who agreed…
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Protein and rads
Hi, Does anyone have any ideas of food with high protein but not high in fat? The nutritionist wants me to eat 67grams of protein per day! I think it is a lot, she said I am small and it is actually not a lot. We need 70-80% more protein when healing. Anyway I am finding it hard already on day 2. I don't want to be gaining…
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Congrats Mikes Sunshine aka Nancy for finishing RADS!
Nancy, I just want to say Congratulations for finishing rads! I know what a relief it is to finally be done getting zapped! Sounds like you had a nice celebration, sorry the rain came. I wish you a very happy and healthy future! Enjoy your freedom now! Hugs, Jeanne
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What has been your favorite song since DX?
Everyone has a favorite song! But mine changed once I was diagnosed. Now my favorite song is "Sissy's Song". Because in the song she left to be with God and that is where I want to go when I leave this world. What is yours? :) Pammy
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One Year Ago Today....
One year ago today, I completed the 33rd and final radiation treatment for my breast cancer. I had a lumpectomy, followed by an Oncotype test, chemo therapy, hair loss, nail problems, aches and pains, radiation and a fatigue. BUT, here I am today with a full head of hair, healthy nails, decent eyebrows and lashes, and…
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Why do we come here...?
Why do we come here?? This question came to my mind today... I come here because people who have walked this journey before me, understand where I was, where I am at, and where I am trying to get to..They give me hope, strength, comfort, and courage... I come here, because there are those who walk this journey with me,…
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1 more treatment next Wednesday!!!!!!
I have been looking forward to that last treament day!!!!! Its been a long bumpy road to that day. I have learned so much about myself that I didn't know I had in me. This site has helped A LOT. I might not said much but I surely did read the posts. I thank each and everyone here. HUGS Darlene