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scans
Hello everyone... I havent been on for awhile. I do appreciate everyones responses when I do have concerns. With all my appointments and runninig my children around to their activities I am so exhausted. I know I have asked this question before but was wanting advice again on scanning. I know my onc says the guidelines now…
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Hi everyone I'm back, would give anything to be someplace else though.
I went for my yearly mammogram and sure enough they saw somwthing, went and had it biopsied and yesterday was told I have cancer again. Last time which was 5 years ago I had Invasive Lobular and DCIS this time I have Invasive Ductal crap. I went with a lumpectomy, chemo and radiation and surgery 5 years ago, now I have no…
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I need opinions on hospice for my mom!
So my mom is 51 and she has had breast cancer since 2001. the cancer metastasized to her lungs about 6 years ago, and we recently found out that it is now in her brain. She had a total of 7 tumors, and they removed one. Since August 1st she has been in the hospital 3 times. The first time they did an emergency surgery to…
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Cutting edge diet research for cancer patients
In this recent short video Dr. Valter Longo (cancer and aging researcher), discusses some of his work regarding short term diets for cancer patients which are in clinical trials now, and what the resarch and population observations suggest is the best macronutrient mix for long term aging and cancer prevention.…
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What to pack for first day chemo
I start chemo in the morning. What should I eat before I go? It should take 6 to 8 hours. I know to pack water. I am diabetic and need to know what foods or possible things that might help me.
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Olga/New Flower memorial video
The funeral home has posted a beautiful video montage of photos of New Flower/Olga: www.lafuneral.com/obituaries Look for Olga Borokhov, currently on p. 2 of the obituaries. The montage begins with what looks like a photo from her wedding, and also includes a very young Olga totally rocking a bikini! Just lovely to see her…
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Sending hugs and loving thoughts to Ines/Bella Luna
I know how deeply sad Olga/New Flower's passing is for so many of us, especially those of us who met and spent time with her. I also know that Ines/Bella Luna was particularly close to Olga, and can only imagine how difficult tomorrow, the day of Olga's memorial, will be for you, Ines. So please know we will all be holding…
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DCIS and tests for decision making
Ladies, 6 years ago I had DCIS treated with a lumpectomy and interstitial multicatheter brachytherapy radiation after being told those treatments were as effective as a mastectomy in terms of mortality. I had to ask for the hormone receptor testing to be done, it was not standard. I also asked for Her2 and Oncotype DX…
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Problem with Radiation Help
I'm beginning to get burnt with rads, and, I'm using what my radiation oncologist explained to use. What has other people useful for the burn up? Thanks! [Content removed by CSN Support Team]
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Changed My Mind*
Had my yearly Diagnostic Mammogram today ....they found a lymph node that looks suspicious way under my left arm and way out at the edge of the breast tissue near the chest wall. They were not sure if perhaps it might not have always been there and they just didn't have the equipment to find it over the last 12 years…
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Thermography
Several months ago I ran across a Certified Thermography Technician and she explained the benefits of this type of screening for detecting breast cancer as opposed to Mamography which isn't always accurate. I don't know if the health insurance companies have picked it up yet, but I'm going to find out. As I recall, it was…
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October 12th - Happy Birthday wishes to Puffin2014
Puffin .. Happy Birthday greetings and well wishes to you ! Enjoy your very special day - enjoy all the love, happiness, this special day has to offer. Strength, Courage and HOPE for a cure. Vicki Sam
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Happy Birthday MollyZ - !!! October 13th
Hap Hap Happy Birthday to you Molly Z.. Enjoy your very special day -- Enjoy and celebrate! Vicki Sam
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Alpha game -first thing that comes to your mind next letter that comes after the one posted
Angel (next letter B ex; baby)
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Last word - First word (game)
Horse Sense (Its been a while since we played this game. The object is to give 2 word 'sayings' - ie green grass and the next could grass grows and the next would start with grows.)
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Fall is coming -3 word story
Leaves are changing
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Happy Birthday Hearherbelle - October 10th
Birthday shout out to Heathbelle - !!! Hoping all is good with you.. Please check in with us when possible. Vicki Sam
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October 8th Birthday shout out to Twnkltoz (Jennifer)
Happy Birthday to YOU! .. and many more. Enjoy your very special day .. Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure. Vicki Sam
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My Sister/Friend and Fellow CNS Member Has A Blog...
Hello all! So, my sister/friend, fellow CNS member (TJhay) has established a blog, which some of you may find very helpful. TJhay is a breast cancer survivor, and while her blog does discuss breast cancer, it also addresses cancer in general. It's a blog about her journey, which has been and sometimes is poignant, funny,…
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When does the diarrhea go away!!???
Hi it's me again. I am done with chemo. 6 rounds. For some reason this last one has been very tough on my intestines. It is day 9-10 and still have very bad episodes of diarrhea!!! Been taking Imodium, been drinking plenty of fluids. Just seems like this last one hhas been longer to recover. has happened to anyone else ?
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O.T. (away for the week)
I will be off the grid for the next week- I am heading to Disney Sunday (flying out Sunday 6 am) to meet up with 3 long time friends! I"ll catch up when I get back. Enjoy the LONG weekend! Denise
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AROMASIN AND UPPER LEG PAIN
I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER IN APRIL OF 2015. I'VE BEEN ON AROMASIN FOR TWO MONTHS. I STARTED HAVING SHARP STABBING PAIN IN THE JOINT OR BEND IN MY UPPER RIGHT LEG. Almost the groin but not. Is this side effects. I don't go see my Dr for a couple of weeks and I'm wondering. The pain is so sharp that it almost…
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DID YOU OPT OUT OF RADIATION?
Just wondering if any of you ever chose NOT to have radiation? Clinically, I'm a Stage 1 Invasive Lobular Carcinoma. Going for lumpectomy on December 3. They have recommended radiation (Monday thru Friday, for 6 1/2 weeks) afterward. I'm on the fence on this. Of course, they will also test several lymph nodes, which as…
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DCA Latest Cancer Cure Hopeful
DCA or dichloroacetate, was recently shown to dramatically reduce cancer tumors in mice and in cultured human cells in a petrie dish. This substance attacks a fundamental difference cancer cells exhibit with their metabolism and has already been used to treat people with certain metabolic diseases (and was shown to be safe…
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Wish me luck today please
I am seeing the oncologist today. He may want me off arimidex. It's been 5 years. He also wants to see me because I've been diagnosed with IBS. I am prayiing that he doesn't call for more tests. Also had a bone scan last monday ordered by my rheumatologist. Praying that it doesn't show mets to my bones. So scared!
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Kind words from the heart GAME
Compassion Next person type any kind, caring word that comes to her mind
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Planned Outage on 10/9
There will be a planned CSN outage on 10/9/15 from 5am-8am EST while the site undergoes some maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience. Rowan CSN Support Team
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October 4th .. Birthday Greeting Shout out to Mschaben - late posting
Happy Birthday greetings - sorry, a few days LATE. Hoping you had a most wonderful day ... Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure. Vicki Samaduroff
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Birthday List - *Updating* For those of you who wish to partipate ...
... ~ Please forward your name, month and day of Birth if you would like to continue this tradition here on our ACS site...~ Vicki Sam -- January 13th --
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lumpectomy with radiation vs. mastectomy
Hello Ladies, Today is my first time on this site, and I appreciate your honesty and thoughtfulness in sharing your experiences. My Left breast cancer was diagnosed at the end of May 2015. I found it, mammo, ultrasound and MRI confirmed it. I am fortunate: around 2 cm, Invasive Intraductal Carcinoma, ER+/PR+/HER2-. I have…