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Scared
3 weeks ago I had a masectomy with reconstruction right away. I was not prepared to hear that I had cancer. I am scared to go through all the treatment. The surgery really hit me hard. I am the type of person to go a whole day long taking care of my family. Now I have to take breaks while tryng to get a little work done. I…
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2 years today since bi-lateral
Hi, Just wanted to say that it was 2 years today since the bi-lateral. Yes, I must admit that I still miss my breasts, but am overjoyed that I'm still here. Wrote a story the other day that I thought about putting on the expression gallery, but don't know if I'm ready to post something like it or not. I'm hoping to release…
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clothing for beast cancer survivors
Are there any of you that would like to have clothes that would look great if you were not wearing a prothesis or have implants? For medical reasons I cannot have implants and find protheses very uncomfortable and have a terrible time finding good looking clothes. Any others?
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1 week since mastectomy
I am back!!! I could not wait to come back to the computer to say hi to all of you and to let you know that I made it ok. I got expanders at the same time of the surgery. I still have the drains--they will remove these on Friday, hopefully. I still feel pain mainly at night when the house gets cooler but the pain medicine…
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premenopausal options
I am 34 and have been on Tamoxifen for almost a year. I did have Chemopause for about 6 months during/after treatment, but my periods have since returned. I am seeing a gynocological oncologist for ovarian cysts that are presumably being caused by the Tamoxifen. Have others had that problem and how did you solve it? It is…
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Need help overcoming fear
When I found my lump 17 months ago, I was scared, but kept a level head considering. I didn't have a normal diagnosis . . . found lump myself, primary care said get mammogram and ultrasound, radiologist said get surgery, went for surgical consult, surgeon said "we have a big problem" and mastectomy (right breast) was done…
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DCIS, lumpectomy, mastectomy, no meds??
Hello everybody. I am new at all this. I was dx with DCIS (E+) on one breast at 39 years old. Had 2 lumpectomies and the margins are not clear yet. Had the sentinel nodes removed (2) with no signs of cancer. Decided to go for double mastectomy and reconstruction (next month) because I feel this will give me some peace of…
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Looking for people who have had experience with these treatments for Breast Cancer
Taxol with Avastin LUHS Carboplatin/Avastin/Abraxane Abraxane alone Carboplatin plus Taxotere THe above are 4 different treatments suggested by my Daughter Maria's Onocoligist and if you have had any of these and can let me know if you had good or bad experience with these, I would appreciate hearing from you Thanks You.…
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Good news
No cancer in the lymph nodes!!! After bone scan, no cancer there either!!!! No need for chemo!! Dr. recommended Tamoxifen but I declined after research told me that it would improve my chances of non-recurrance by only 21/2 percent. Right now I am waiting for swelling to go down so I can move on to a prothesis and have my…
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I completed radiation today!
I'm doing my happy dance! Honestly, it went by pretty quickly. I was also lucky that I had no skin issues. My energy level was compromised, however. Now on to my surgery the 27th. I am hoping to be able to start reclaiming my life in a few months. Take care everyone! Karen
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Neuropathy & B-12
Hey All, I have a question. I have neuropathy and I wonder what level of B-12 supplement would be appropriate. It has been about 1 year since I took Taxol... but I still have pins and needles in my toes.... So I was wondering if any of you take a supplement? Lesley.. I think you wrote something about it a while back but I…
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Chemopause
Hi Everyone, I finished chemo in July 05. The chemo caused Chemopause - which I assumed was permanent but much to my surprise, after a year and a half, my period is back. (at age 48) Has anyone else experienced this?
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Mets to the Bones and Exercise
Hello - anyone with bone mets doing any particular type of exercises? I have mets to my T2/3 spin bones and my right hip and pelvic bone. I really need to lose weight and I need to exercise. I have consulted with my doctor and he really doesn't have much experience with exercises for my particular issues. He tells me to be…
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Happy Day
Just wanted to wish EVERYONE one of you a very happy valentine's day. No matter how you feel today..let the SUNSHINE beam you with her rays! bunches of hugs and prayers. Cindie 3 yr survivor
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Brand New-and thank you
I just wanted to introduce myself. I'm Becky and I am post bi-lateral mastectomy coming up on 2 years this month. I also had chemo (FEC+taxotere+some taxol), but no radiation because I had previous radiation for Hodgkin's when I was 19. I am now 43. I've also had my thyroid removed (no cancer) and lymphedema. I have…
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Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Has anyone had any dealings with this organization? Was it successful? Tell me a little about your experience please.
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Arimedex and back pain?
Hello! After mastectomy, chemo and radiation, I was taking femara (for about 9 months), but had to switch to arimedex because of joint pain. I've been taking arimedex for almost a year, but I have lower back pain that's getting worse and worse. That plus my feet, elbows and shoulders hurt too! (Don't even mention…
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Looking for hummingbyrd?
Hi everybody, I have not posted on this site in a long time but do periodically check in and catch up on the postings. I was wondering if anybody has heard from hummingbyrd. I noticed she has not posted since October last year. There are a lot of new members on the board, I hope you find it useful like I do. I noticed that…
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lesleyh
i am now taking b50. on the directions it says take 1 per day, i am also taking multi vitamines, calcium, omega tx, milk thistle and glucosamine. am i taking to much?
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So sad
I know everyone here must have dealt with feelings of loss when you've lost a breast, or both or even part of one. I was wondering, does it get easier? It's 3 months post-mastectomy and reconstruction and I'm pleased with the results so why do I feel so sad? I'm back at work, and everyone has been great (I work with nurses…
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Mastectomy this Tuesday (39y)
First of all I wanted to thank you all for listening and replying to my previous message. It really helps knowing that you all are here for support. Your prayers and words are really appreciated! I am very stressed because my 81 year old mom broke her right arm (same side as her mastectomy and nodes removal). She is in so…
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I'll try to be here more....sorry!
I have been so busy with both my ex and daughter's final arrangements, AND trying to work, that I KNOW I have be letting you all slide. I really DO care for you all, but sometimes, well, other things are on top. I DO lurk on occasion, but just don't seem to have any insight to share.... I am coming out of my 'funk', people…
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Looking for a new Treatment for my Daughter/Dealing with BC
I am new to this format and website and like most of you looking for answers and willing to help if I can. My Daughter, (Maria) and myself and family have been attempting to get her well for over 4 years. Just to give you a brief background on Maria's (and our) battle with Breast Cancer. Approximately 4 and 1/2 years ago…
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Trying to choose lumpectomy or mastectomy
I only have the weekend to decide. I am afraide that they won't get it all if I only have the lumpectomy and I don't want to do radation.
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Dying the New Hair
Is one allowed to dye their hair when it grows in or put a rinse in it? Somebody please let me know. ireneincordova
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5 years
this oct. it will be 5yrs yea!!!!! i had bilat mas and reconstruction trans flap. 6 months after the chemo i had a stem cel transplant. i feal great. my girls have left the house, they are in college. very quiet place except my husband and the dog. the only problen that i do have is my feet, they hurt so bad i massage my…
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THANK YOU to all those that responded to me
Thank you for all of you that responded to me. You are angels. A bad day for me started with a follow up sonogram and they saw a tumor in my left breast. I am headed to my mom's oncologist next week. I just wanted to send all my prayers and love to those that took the time to give me a little piece of themselves. thank you
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THANK YOU to all those that responded to me
Thank you for all of you that responded to me. You are angels. A bad day for me started with a follow up sonogram and they saw a tumor in my left breast. I am headed to my mom's oncologist next week. I just wanted to send all my prayers and love to those that took the time to give me a little piece of themselves. thank you
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THE WAY I FEEL (right or wrong) after my mom's Cancer diagnosis
The way I feel: Is this normal? I feel alone. I feel I want to isolate myself from others and everything. I dont want to hear the following right now: 1. Well, your mom's older and has lived a full life 2. If you are a Christian, you need to act like one and remember God's plan (Timing also includes religion, and there is…
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Surgery
I am wrapping up my radiation. I have completed 24 of 33 treatments. I have only one more for the entire breast and then 8 boost treatments. I have been fortunate that I have had no skin reactions, just low energy levels. On a down note, I probably have mentioned that I have to have my ovaries out in a couple of weeks. I…