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Biopsy in New York?
I'm back with some updates on my diagnosis. I don't know if anyopne remembers me. But, I originally posted here after having a traumatic experience with a stereotactic core needle biopsy in February. Unfortunately, my younger sister now has to have the same procedure and is deathly afraid of it because of my experience. I…
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RECONSTRUCTION UPDATE FROM RE (PART 2)
Today is 14 day's passed my surgery date to have the expander placed inside my chest in preparation for an implant and hopefully the return of a breast I lost in 2007. I went back to the surgeon today to have the expander filled with more fluid which is necessary to stretch the skin. Boy was I nervous, truly it was not as…
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Timeless observations from Will Rogers...
Cheers to all, I got this from a friend. Will Rogers, who died in a 1935 plane crash with Wylie Post, was probably the greatest political sage this country ever has known. 1. Never slap a man who's chewing tobacco. 2. Never kick a cow chip on a hot day. 3. There are two theories to arguing with a woman . . . neither works.…
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1st chemo treatment today
I had my first chemo treatment today and it wasn't as bad as I had imagined. So far I am feeling fine except for a slight headache. I will be taking the anti nausea medication prescribed because I don't want to rock the boat or pray to the porcelain godess. I hope tonight and tomorrow I feel as well and as well with all…
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MRI / MRS check out normally abnormal
So consult today for the latest word on the spots on my brain...are they or aren't they? The answer is they are NOT!!! YEAH!!! My breast cancer has spread to lymph nodes and lung lining...the the abnormalities in the brain are normal! I did ask the Doc if they could be indicative of concentrated intelligence not yet…
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A delicious easy to make warm treat.
You know sometimes you just want a nice warm fudgy piece of chocolate cake but you don't feel like the hassle of getting out the mixer and having all the mess. Well here is a simple little recipe that will meet that need. I hope you try it and enjoy it, I had mine earlier today. CHOCOLATE CAKE FOR ONE 1 Coffee Mug 4…
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possible reacurrance .no insurance. no help crying
MORING LADIES. CAN ANYONE GIVE ME ADVICE. I HAD TO LEAVE IND WHERE I GOT MY MEDICAID AND TREATMENT CAME TO OHIO TUES. MON WENT TO INDY TO SEE THE DR. I'VE BEEN HAVING BACK PAIN BEHIND THE RIGHT LUNG FOR A FEW MONTHS TOLD THE DRS THEY DID CHEST XRAY SAID NO CANCER MY THROAT HAS BEEN SORE AND SCABBY AND COUPLE MONTHS TWO…
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My story: "You have cancer, but we don't know exactly how to treat it"
I sense that my advice/experience is not quite on target with others here. I am sorry for that, but I think a bit of explanation is in order: The words in the subject were said to me December 2004. This was rectal cancer, stage III. I was given 6 months 'average' to 'get my affairs in order'. On a routine PET scan, to see…
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One Year Post Diagnosis - Clean Report
In February 2008, I was diagnosed with breast cancer, followed by lumpectomy, chemo (CAT) and radiation. Last week I had my first PET scan and bone scan, and today....all is clear. The oncologist called this morning to say they got a good report from the scans, and he wanted to tell me himself. Just wanted to share this…
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My Dinner with Andre~ wait! I mean Joyce!!!!
OMG~ you all have missed SO MUCH by not having met JoyceLouise! She is everything and more~ these boards are soooo her! :-) She came to my brothers' house to pick me up, and was so gracious...most ppl in this area "know" my brother, as he was the ABC news anchor for almost 30 years. He has the sweetest, most generous…
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eyebrow regrowth
Hi, everyone. Thanks so much to all of you for your posts. i haven't posted before but have gotten lots of information and support from you already. Here's my question - do eyebrows grow back after chemo, and how quickly? My partner Patty had nice think brows that she loved, and now is about 5 weeks post-chemo and they're…
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Just a note.....
As you may have noticed, I dropped out for awhile. I was still 'lurking', but faced so many things going on, in so many areas of my life, that I just stopped posting. Things are better, and it took the loss of Dan to make me realize that I don't have much to complain about, and how important my friends are...sooooo I read…
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Gold Nanoparticles ... anyone know anything about it?
Hi, I work at a University and one of the students working in our area brought me an article she thought I might be interested in titled "Nano-Biotechnology; Gold Against Cancer; A breakthrough method." At first glance it looked like some snake-oil type "advertisement" but I got on the web and there are quite a few…
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+ on Lymph Nodes => Blood Vessel => PET scan
I just got back from my Oncologist last Tues. As you all know, they found my cancer cells in my lymph nodes (2 of them). Anyway, had masectomy on left side on 2/26. Had an appt w Surgeon on March 4 and told me that out of 16 lymph nodes, only the 2 original Lymph nodes had cancer and both my husband and I were happy about…
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My daughter Stephanie's lawsuit settled...
As many of you know, my daughter died almost exactly 2 years ago (Jan 7,2007). She was 22 years old, but emotionally disturbed. She died in a facility, under questionable circumstances. Because of these circumstances, there was a wrongful death lawsuit started. I received word today that it settled. I should be jumping for…
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genetics suck
i finally sat down and talked to my mom. you guys were right she is just about as scared as me. she went to the doctor and they didnt find anything but they are testing her for the cancer gene. if the test comes back positive they are doin a vesectomy and removing both breasts then they have to do blood tests on me because…
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ports and stuff
I had my port “installed” last Friday. My chemo starts this Friday. Yep … Friday the 13th … but I specifically wanted to start this Friday because it’s not just Friday the 13th … it’s my 65 birthday. Happy Birthday to me! :-) Anyway, the port is near the collarbone … on the left side … with the tiny incision on the left…
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Metastasis article
Found interesting article on the BBC.com about "Enzyme behind cancer spread found". It concerns metastasis.
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Swimsuit Issues!
Okay, so swimsuit season will be here soon. I am flying to see my sister in a sunny state in the south west-so I thought i would try on some new swimsuits....with an expander in one breast (cute). Am I crazy? Well, the department store is...every single "detector" clip thingy that they attach for security was on the breast…
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Port Tomorrow
I am having my port put in tomorrow. I'm not as scared as I was with the lumpectomy, but still kinda nervous. I also obtained a second opinion as far as chemo treatment, I guess I just needed to hear that chemo is necessary from another doctor. This first physician said 4 treatments of Adriamycin/Cytoxan every 3 weeks,…
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port today
I don't mean to scare anyone off from having a port and maybe I just had a bad experience. Hurt like hell and still does. They gave me 3 doses of Versed and 3 doses of Fentyl and double the dose of the Lanicaine and still felt everything that they were doing. I never went to La-La land. Now I'm wondering if they even had…
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Not sure what to do...
I really don't know how to handle this... I had mastectomy last August. Finished chemo in December. Just finished rad three weeks ago. I still go for Herceptin infusions every three weeks until late Fall. I have "peach fuzz" growing on my head. My eyebrows and eyelashes are back. And my family thinks and acts as though it…
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another hair question
I am still very, very unhappy with my hair which has been regrowing for 6 months now. Pre-chemo, it was thick and fast-growing. Now it has thin spots. My appt. with the dermatologist is next Friday, but I still have a few more questions: -how long did it take for your hair to reach its pre-chemo state, if it ever did reach…
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Off again! Tot ziens!
Well, we have booked another trip to The Netherlands. We leave on the 14th of April, return June 9. My beau is having an 'emergency' heart procedure before we go because he can't stay in normal rhythm...so we shall see... SOOOOO much to do in a bit over a month!!! WHEW! Hugs, Kathi On a sad note, one of my patient…
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Masectomy last Thur - 2/26/2009
I just had my modified radical masectomy last Thur and was out of the Hosp last Sat. I was given morphine for my pain in the first 18 hours after surgery. Boy, I threw-up at least 3x the following day and good thing my Dr came by to visit me and told me that I could just take 1/2 pill of vicodine. I felt better after that…
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Neuropathy developed during chemo treatment
I developed neuropathy during my Taxol treatments. I was wondering if anyone has had success with any drugs for this condition. I have tried 3 different ones but still have not had success with the pain I have in my hands, back and especially my feet. I work all day and even walk about a mile each day at lunch but at about…
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Newly diagnosed
I had a suspicious mammogram on Dec 16,2008, A repeat was done on Janurary 9th and was diagnosed with cancer. I had a double mastectomy on Feb 2,2009, There was no lump so thank God for the mammo. Anyway I have had the drains removed and am going to plastic surgeon for draining the fluid 2 times a week. I have to go again…
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What if you are too tired to work during radiation trmts?
Read some women have worked during their rad tmts, what if you are too tired to function properly at your job? Being in the field of medicine,very demanding,fast paced,stand all day,very stressful which I must be alert at All times so there is No room for Fatigue! What if I couldn't keep up? Since I'm NOT married,I NEED to…
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hives
I've dealing with hives moving around my body for the last 24 hours. I called the American Cancer Society and the nice lady checked and she couldn't find hives as a reaction to radiation so it's probably something else. But I'm waiting for the clinic to open so I can go see about treatment before I rip my skin off. I…
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What is good to eat and drink after Chemo?
Long story short, I am looking for information for a caregiver and her friend. Friend started Chemo and she is having hard time eating and drinking anything. We thought about a juicer and making some kind of smoothies and shakes for her. Also adding some kind of protein to help keep her strength up. I am thinking the high…