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Alternative Therapy in a "Protocol" Society
In short...My mom had a small cancerous lump a couple of years ago. She had a lumpectomy and 2 levels of lymph nodes removed (which came out clean). Since then she's opted to go completely alternative ie: no chemo, no mams, no CATs, etc. She now has another lump. She thinks it may be a scar from the last incision. There…
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re-what to say to mom/back from surgery
Hello all My mom returned from surgery yesterday 01-06-09. The surgeon removed her left breast. The surgeon decided to keep her overnight due to excessive bleeding but she came out of it fine. The surgeon said it was a very bad cancer and she thinks they got it all, however, we still have to wait for the pathology report…
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Ordering replacement parts.
Where do I start looking to replace the pair of rolled up socks that have been living in my bra? Prosthesis? is that the right name for 'Falsies'? Becoming uncomfortable and running out of socks! Any help much appreciated. Julia
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Any remedies please?
Hello all, 2 of my side effects for which I have not found any remedied are: Constant runny nose and constant nose bleed. My nose is sore and caked with blood. I am using saline solution..but not much help. My hands peel and I think I am about to use some nails. I use "udder cream" It's not so much the peeling,but the…
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FORGOING TRADITIONAL CARE FOR HOLISTIC CARE ALONE
I am afraid I am not going to be very popular with my stance on this subject but I feel compelled to chime in. I have had three friends who all chose holistic care over traditional. These individuals choose not to have any chemo therapy or radiation, although they did have the surgery to remove the tumors. Two are no…
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Male Breast Cancer-Men Only
I am a white,56 yr. old ,overweight male in North Carolina who was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in August 2007.I have talked to many Women with Breast Cancer and even joined several Breast Cancer Support Groups for Women! Although all these women have been very supportive and loving in their own way by accepting me into…
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you all amaze me
wow reading all about the natural stuff is interesting. who do you believe? drs say one thing and of course theres a pill for eveything. money market i think. everything is just so costly for some. we all want to live but even herbs are costly. i take beta glucan, cal with d, vit. e, c fishoil and flax. maybe its a money…
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help with other message board
I've been posting on www.cancer.org since around 2004 or 2005. They have very few people to answer questions or give support. I've been thinking of asking you,'sisters', if anyone would like to help over there. It grieves me that there are people scared and posting and not that many are answering. So many of you have more…
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A Surprise Gift!
OMG~ I know it will be crowded, I know it will be hectic, I know it will be expensive, I know it will be tiring, but guess what? Today, my Reggie booked us flight and hotel reservations to go to Washington DC to see the inauguration!!!! We have tickets to some "events" as well~ the Native American ball, among other things~…
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Chat room...
Is it down. or is it me?...Just reformatted my computer, now I am stuck good and proper! I can get in here but chat rooms are eluding me.
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vitamin D
I have been hearing more about studies showing that recurrence can be related to low levels of vitamin D in breast cancer patients. I am currently taking 800 IUs of Caltrate/vitamin D, but I am wondering if I should be taking more? I should add that I am in a clinical trial where I am taking Zometa, a drug which is…
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Shaving head with a razor rather than with clippers
After having my head shaved really close with clippers last Saturday, I am finding the stubble to be annoying. Does anyone shave it clear to the skin with an actual razor? Will it irritate my skin too much? Any input?
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Update on wife's diagnosis
We got some very good news yesterday--Dorothy's bone scans, CT scans, etc. came out clean and so the cancer has not spread past the lymph nodes we already knew were affected. The doctor has classified her cancer as Stage IIB which he said is definitely "curable." We had been waiting for the results for over a week because…
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First day post-chemo
Well, it is my first day after my first chemo treatment. It's been about 24-hours, and I'm still waiting for it to hit me hard. I've had a little fatigue, some minor GI problems, but that's about it. I know it will get worse, so I'm trying not to lull myself into a false sense of security. I am keeping as hydrated as…
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Just keep swimming....Just keep swimming....
Hey Lynn, I just wanted you to know that you really motivated me!!! After you told me that 33 laps in the pool was a mile, I set that as my goal. I've never done that before. Not even close. Until last night!!!! I swam 34 laps in 45 minutes (pretty slow, aye!). AND I didn't wear my floaty or use the kickboard. I used…
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Watch this video ....
http://www.maniacworld.com/are-you-going-to-finish-strong.html We just received this from my husband's son. WOW! Inspirational!
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miscellaneous/new research
For those of you who may not know this, there is a big conference every year in San Antonio for breast cancer research. The results of this latest conference (including a lot of news about a new drug, Zometa, which I am taking in a clinical trial) is posted on the website of breastcancer.org Also, a question: I am BRCA 1…
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Cleaning for a Reason
Has anyone heard of this wonderful organization? A friend just gave my name and they contacted me. I never knew something like this existed. They come and clean your home free for anyone going through cancer treatments. Not just breast, but any kind. Check out the website at cleaningforareason.com I just wanted to pass it…
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know anything about reclast
i got an iv yesterday at the i.u. cancer center it was reclast. has anyone ever taken this. what side efffects should i look for? the cancer dr looked at my mouth and decided i have herpes. he wants me to take valtex for 2 days. i still have mouth sores and a rash , this has been going on for a couple wks now. been to 3…
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Thanks for info on preparing for wife's mastectomy
I found it a little overwhelming to reply individually to each of you that answered my post so I just want to thank all of you together (zahalene, cnwrn, NorcalJ, seof, GreeneyedGirl, cabbott, RE, Joycelouise, divablu, and chellebug) for your kind, thoughtful, and helpful replies. You don't know how comforting it is to…
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Joint Pain and Trigger Fingers
I've been on Arimidex for almost six months and developed joint pain in my three middle fingers of my right hand along with trigger finger, but only my right hand. The pain and achiness is similar to arthritis accompanied by what I know to be the symptoms of trigger finger (where the joints click and are painful when…
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Remember HAL from 2001, a Space Odyssey??
My computer is very ill~ not quite in need of Hospice, but very tired, slow, and oh so cranky!! I can have what I think is a perfectly reasonable "dialog", and fill in all of the blank spaces on the screen with witty words and even a few wise ones. You would think my trusty HP would be pleased to be the owner of so many…
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Bald Heads and long process ... Think Spring!
This morning after I showered, I looked in the mirror. Yep, I really looked in the mirror. I'm heading into my last two chemo treatments, and for those of you who are beginning the process I just want to say there is light at the end of the tunnel! I'm feeling better, looking forward to a few weeks off and then starting…
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re-what to say to mom...cont
Hello all. thank you to everyone that have written. Since my last post, my mom was called back to the surgeon's office on Dec 17. We were asked to rush back 135 miles away so the surgeon could speak to my mom. More bad news and my mom nor I took the news well. The Dr found more cancer cells embedded in the breast. Her…
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Reconstruction Question
It has been 5+ years since my mastectomy and am considering implants. I still have one breast but would not be happy unless they were both the same and larger. Has anyone had this done? Implants in both? I also have to admit I do smoke :>( Does anyone have personal information concerning all this info. You all are some…
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It is over
i have this noise in my ear is this anyway related to breast cancer. it's my left ear noise loud helllp
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'THEY SAY ITS YOUR...........
BIRTHDAY!! Yup, I celebrate 46 today so I guess I need to change my Kit45 to 46.... Anyway, Happy New year and good health to us all. Love and peace. Kit
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First three month onc visit tomorrow
Please pray for me and my visit tomorrow. Thanks. Lynn
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HAPPY NE YEAR
HAPPY NEW YEAS TO EVERY ONE AND HAVE A GREAT YEAR. I WILL BE HERE NEXT YEAY TO SEE YOU ALL IN 2010 SO HERES TO YOU LOVE FAITH AND HAPPYNESS AND LOTS OF GOOD HEALTH.
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Article on BBC website
Anyone else see the article on grape seed extract? They did a study and found it made cancer cells commit suicide on certain cancers. Have to do more tests, of course. Another article on the BBC health site said blueberries helped prevent bowel cancers.