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better late than never
Hey, y'all, Sorry I have not responded to emails...very slow to catch on to anything related to email. I've been coming to this discussion board for over a year and only today figured out that I had email messages and should be checking and responding. I did not respond to those sent before this week...I figure it's a bit…
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just diagnosed
I just found out I had breast cancer. I am 29 and married. I really dont know what to say except I am scared and on an emotional rollercoaster ride. I will be getting a port soon and then chemo. I have to wait to have surgery and they are talking a double mastectomy. I am just really freaked out and would like to meet some…
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Microcalcification Question
Hello. I had a mammogram last week and the radiologist told me that I have microcalcifications that my doctor will need to watch closely. He also told me to come back in six months for another mammogram. I've been told that I probably shouldn't wait six months because microcalcifications are sometimes a precursor to…
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CONGRAUTLATIONS TO ALL OF US!
From reading the recent postings, I began to realize that there is a huge group of us who have just finished or are just finishinig up with our chemo and/or radiation. GOOD FOR US! We are an amazing group of people, males and females alike. Let's keep our positive attitudes and always remembers where to turn when we need…
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Share your hot flash tips!
This morning promised to be a hot one and my son the runner wanted me to take him to the park so I could walk while he could got his 60 minute run in. The problem was heat. I heat up on my own about every 20 minutes and that on top of the day's heat and humidity seemed a bit much. I decided to try using a microfiber cloth…
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living with a port
I am on my 6th week of Taxol & Herceptin and was asked if I would like to have a port installed instead of IV through my veins. So far my veins have held up, so that was not a problem. I have read that removing a port can be a problem as skin tissue can become attached. What is your opinion?
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Intimacy
Diagnosed in December 2002 radical mastectomy on left side in December, prophylactic mastectomy of right breast in January 03, chemo from Feb 03 through July 03, reconstruction of both breasts, new reconstruction following a rupture in Nov. 05. My husband of 10 years has been very supportive but he has not been interested…
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Shaving Facial Hair
Good morning ladies. I've been noticing over the past several days that when I shave, I;m not scraping off as much as I used to..... Well Saturday AM I shaved as usual and today (Sunday) my face is as smooth as a baby's butt. Is this the beginning of loosing my hair? I had my first chemo [taxotere, carboplatin & herceptin]…
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yet another question?
yes i'm back to pick your brains again, i have read that a tumor grows slowly and over a number of years before you actually find it in most cases, if that is so, why do some spread into lymph nodes and some don't?
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hair loss again
I have written several times about hair loss, but here I am again! I need some emotional support: it has now been 5 weeks since the end of my Taxotere/Cytoxan chemo. So many people have written in to tell me my hair will grow back and that this is a very short time, but somehow I seem unable to believe it and am convinced…
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support in the flesh
Wow, today I went to a "real" support group with people in the same room. And I want all of you wonderful ladies and Bill to know how much I appreciate you for making this site my real support group. Here, whenever I read posts and responses, I am aware of how much we take care of each other and I feel you all closer than…
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Sorry for being pest!!!
I have another question. Whats the ER/PR positive or negitive mean. I dont understand all that stuff and how does estrogen play a part in that stuff. And what does tamoxifen have to do with it. I'm crazy confused and cant wait to see my onc.on the 5th. Sometimes coming to this site is scary as well as helpful. WHEW!!!!!
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Proper english, have or HAD ?
Hi Bill S here. lost my password and couldn't recover it so had to set up new ID. So what is the proper terminology ? I have BC or I HAD BC and the surgeon removed it.?????? Bill S 56yr old MAN with breast cancer (or HAD BC)
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lymphedema
I have developed lymphedema in the left arm. Sleeve and glove on order. Does it ever drain? My left arm is 4 times the size of my right - is there any hope it will return to normal size? The MLD seems to be making it worse, not better. Could not afford the five day a week treatments for 4-5 weeks so am doing what I can on…
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breast cancer that has metastasized
does anyone have any information on stage breast cancer that has metastasized..............drugs, chemo, radiation, etc... thanks for any information
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pregnancy after breast cancer
Hi. I'm a hormone positive breast cancer survivor and it is has been 5 years since diagnosis. I was on tamoxifen and stopped a month ago. I have been getting much negativity from drs since I told them I want to have a baby. I'm 40 and was told before I could from original oncologist (now I'm on 3rd one and he said I'm a…
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DONE WITH CHEMO!!!!!!!!!
Happy to say I had my last round of chemo July 11, I'm finally on good days, since the last 2 rounds where butt kickers. Next is radiation which will start on Aug. 13th.
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Why does my cancer team have varying opinions?
Diagnosed last month with invasive, early stage 1, grade 2 breast cancer. I'm waiting for pathology from last week's re-excisional lumpectomy. Lymph node biopsy was negative. 5% positive receptors. Breast Surgeon and Oncology Radiology recommended lumpectomy and radiation. Medical Oncologist recommended mastectomy and…
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Last chemo treatment Aug 5th!!!!!
Hi sisters, my last drip is aug 5th! I never thought the day would ever get here. It's been a long year, long! My dr.says that after this last treatment she'll be starting me on tamoxifen. I wont see her until the 5th but my question is how soon do they start you on the pill after your last treatment? What happens after…
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side effects from TAMOXIFEN
hello all, has anyone out there had any of the following side effects from tamoxifen: muscle and joint pain, neuropathy and fatigue? i have been on tamoxifen for 2 years and over the course of treatment have been developing these symptoms. the pain eventually became agonizing. none of my doctors related my symptoms to…
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tips for last chemo?
hi everyone, its me again looking for your advice. my last chemo next week and you would think i'd be ready for it, but this one i am really dreading. My poor right arm is very sore and stiff and i'm sure my veins have gone on holiday! After 5 treatments i still can't get out of bed for the first 3 days, what is the secret…
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bilateral mastectomy
I had a double mastectomy in November of 07 and was fortunate enough to not have to do chemo. I'm on Arimidex. I'm in my 60's and I am still working. My problem is that I tire so easily. Seems all that I can do after work is collapse on the couch until bedtime and then do it all over again. People tell me it will just take…
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2nd Mastectomy
When I was going through the diagnosis phase of my cancer over 10 years ago there was a thought out there that maybe having double mastectomies was too traumatic for the body, so dealing with cancer side first was the best advice given to me. I was stage 3 though with 11 out of 21 positive nodes and never have found out…
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neuropathy and high blood pressure
Hi everyone. I went to doctor today for my post chemo check up and he told me I have stage 2 to 3 neuropathy from taxotere. He gave me a script for vitamin B6 which is supposed to help but he is worried about long term effects. Just what I need something else to worry about if cancer isn't enough. Then he tells me my blood…
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anxiety over 2nd mastectomy
I am just feeling extremely anxious and want to vent and hopefully get some support (this discussion board has been a lifesaver for me). In Feb. of this year I had a mastectomy on my left breast (I had invasive intraductal cancer with a 1.1 cm tumor, no lymph node involvement, and estrogen receptor positive). AFTER I went…
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Chemo interaction
Because of the cytoxin I got a bladder infection from my last infusion. If I drink cran/grape juice will this interfere with the chemo? I am drinking water like crazy but it didn't stop the infection this last time, so would appreciate any input on that. What types of thing interfere with the chemo?
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white blood count
I had my 1st A/C treatment a week ago today. Went for blood work today and my white count is 2100. ONC said to avoid crowds, runny nose kids and it should go back up by next treatment on 7/28. Whats weird is I feel ok. Is this normal? Got some answers in chat but thought I'd post. Is there anything i can do to boost? I…
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what happens next?
Hi all just about to have last chemo, no radio needed, all i know is i am to take tamoxifen. Can anyone fill me in on what exactly happens after last treatment, is it straight to 3 monthly checks, if so what do they check?? i do have a september appointment with plastic surgeon regarding breast reconstruction but thats it.…
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Question on chat
Hello all, It has been months since I have been on because I was so frustrated with the chat being broken. Just checked and it is up and running. Is there a night or time for breast chat? I have been in such a funk for several months that I have hidden within myself. Take care,
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man w/B.C. Web Site
if you are so inclined you can check out my web site. WWW.CaringBridge.org/visit/abelincoln