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nipple reconstruction surgery
On the scale of things, this is a VERY trivial matter....but, have any of you had nipple reconstruction surgery and if so, was it painful and was it worth it? I had bilateral TRAMs in 2/05 and was told to make an appointment for nipple reconstruction (using skin from the inside of the thigh) over the summer. I have no…
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herceptin and low muga scan results !!
I just started herceptin ( 3 treatments once every 3 weeks) and my Muga scan results have dropped alot . I started with a 52% and now it is 36.6%. Wondering if this has happened to anyone else, and if you kept on the herceptin? I am seeing a cardiologist on thursday and my oncologist.I finished chemo. and rad. last summer,…
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Generic Oxycontin by Endo Pharm
Has anyone else had a problem with the new generic oxycontin not working?
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Last chemo treatment in June of 2003
Hello this is Marilyn and I'm told that even though is has been two years since my last treatment that fatigue is not in my mind it is real and it is from chemo treatments . Does any one still stay tired like me after they have finished chemo treatments.? I do try to go for walks and other things .when I get off of work I…
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help with insurance
I lost my state health care when the state of TN stopped health coverage. Having no idea what to do I contacted all human services and was directed to the health department at the county level where I was informed about a law that Bill Clilnton passed in 1998 where women can be put on medicaid coverage. You do not need to…
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Neupogen
Hello. I am new to this board. I have a question about Neupogen. I have been having terrible side effects from this medication (i.e. bone pain/headaches). So bad in fact that when my nurse called today to tell me to start another 3 day dose I started to cry. Has anyone ever tried Neulasta? How do the side effects compare…
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Re: to Ellison
Thanks for answering. M. and I do'nt have a real good relationship. Me and my husband Bill had dated years ago before M. and the kid's ever came along. After she told him she did'nt want to be married anymore and divorced him, a year later we met again and have been ever since. The problem is she admits she made a mistake,…
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M. is not doing well this week
The kid's called and said M. has been sleeping and in bed for 2 days now. She has suffered severe depression before her cancer diagnosois,so I do'nt know if it's that or because she's feeling worse. The oldest daughter is very imature for her age (18)next month does'nt drive, very dependent on Mom. It's like pulling teeth…
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Reach for the Sky - how are you?
Haven't heard from you - how did the surgery go? You're in my prayers.
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Reocurring Breast Cancer (liver)
My mother had breast cancer 2.5 years ago, she had a total double masctomy. She opted not to take chemo. Now the cancer is back in her liver. She is now taking chemo toxal/carbo but after 2 sessions everything is going wacko.....bloodpressure 72/58 zinc, potissium, magnsium all just seem to be bottoming out. Any one else…
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regaining arm strength & lymphedema
I have some nerve damage from my surgery and radiation that I am in physical therapy for. I have been told that I should never lift more than 15 pounds in the affected hand/arm. I have also been told that due to the osteoperosis that developed from chemo & family history, I should be doing weight bearing exercises to build…
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to Hummingbird
Hi, I want to say congrats. on writing your own book! I would like to read it. I was wondering what the web site you write on is....Shirl
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Drainage Problems after Mastectomy
I had a Mastectomy on May 5th of this year. I had a tissue expander put in. I am still draining. The doctors told me to wait another month, not sure if I have an infection or if it is just taking it's time to heal. I am concerned it is infected, the area hurts and the discharge is yellowish green. I am frustrated that…
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Genes Discovered That May Predict Breast Cancer Spread to Lungs
Genes Discovered That May Predict Breast Cancer Spread to Lungs -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Finding could one day help doctors better tailor therapy for patients, study says By Kathleen Doheny, HealthDay Reporter Today's Health News WEDNESDAY, July 27 (HealthDay News) --…
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aches and pains for how long
I am wondering how long does it take for the body to get back in order? I have my same back issue and lately I have spasms in my legs when I am sitting. In the morning when I wake up I am so stiff in my back .I have problems turning in bed due to a sorness in my hip. But after I get up and walk during the day it feels…
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Was in chat the other night and I'm back
with the results..... Well thanks to everyone I spoke to the other night. Chen is the only name I can remember right now. But looks like you will be seeing me around here. I have breast cancer. So looks like I'm a new member of another club nobody wants to join... LOL!
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World's best breast cancer websites
The direct link to my guide to the world's best breast cancer websites for information and support is now www.cancergen.com/breast It's part of my website www.cancergen.com My email address is now everest@cancergen.com The link to my Australian website is now www.australiancancer.org (To go to one of these websites simply…
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Thanks to Ellison and Idalia
Thank you so much for your touching comments and suggestions. I'd love to speak with you ladies again. I've needed to talk with people who are going through the same thing M. is. I do care.
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pammycake and first appt
Pammycake - how did your first chemo appt go. Thinking of you. Mary
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Mother of Stepchildren has Breast Cancer
I would like to get advice on helping the kids deal with their mothers cancer. She is in stage four and has had her breast removed. She was diagnosed two years ago and at that time only given three months to live. She is in remission now and taking a chemo pill. The kids ages are 17,13, and 9. I love these kids and do'nt…
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Starting Treatments
Hi, Thank you everyone for responding to my first topic, I have found out support is everything. I have had surgery now and in 2 weeks I start Chemo then Radiation. I go to Barnes in St Louis. They have a new radiation treatment and they put a cathader in and put in radation beans, anyone know anything about this? Hope…
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Need to make a decision
Kerri has just had a mastectomy. The tumor was ductal, about 1.5 centimeters. We opted for mastectomy instead of lumpectomy because Kerri had an aneurysm 8 years ago and had dementia, we all felt she would not lay still for the radiation. The doctors thought it would be too dangerous. They removed the tumor and 10 lymph…
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Cancer Bomb Research
This was on MSN-Today, Cancer bomb zaps tumor cells in mice Treatment could have the same effect in humans, scientists say Updated: 1:16 p.m. ET July 27, 2005 LONDON - A smart anti-cancer bomb that acts like a Trojan horse can penetrate deep into tumors where it explodes and destroys cancerous cells without harming healthy…
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BLESSINGS
If you woke up this morning with more health than illness, you are more blessed than the million who won't survive the week. If you have never experienced the danger of battle, the loneliness of imprisonment, the agony of torture or the pangs of starvation, you are ahead of 20 million people around the world. If you attend…
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Tamoxifen and Pregnancy??
I was diagnosed in 08-01. I have been on Tamoxifen since 06-02. I want to go off the Tamoxifen to try and get pregnant at 3.5 years instead of waiting for the five year mark. I am getting conflicting advice from my doctors, some of them say go for it, others tell me that a pregnancy will cause my cancer to come back. (I…
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Tamoxifen and Weight Gain
I've been on Tamoxifen for three years now. I've gained 30 pounds. I'm not sure if it's the Tamoxifen, but have heard other women state the same fact. Anyway, I've been working out religously and eating well and still can't lose a pound. Has anyone had success with losing weight on Tamoxifen?
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Question / Poll for BC survivors
Hi guys, my name is Kath and I am a BC survivor. I have some questions I wanted to ask you. Please cut and paste this email into a new one and answer my questions it would help me so much. Thanks 1. When you were diagnosed with cancer were you: A. Meat Eater B. Vegetarian- diary and fish C. Vegan 2. Have you changed your…
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FOLLOW UP TREATMENTS
I'm totally confused. Upon completion of my Chemo - the oncologist waved me out and did NOT indicate ANY type of follow-up. After chemo I endured radiation - the radialogist had great communication skills and when asked "where do we go from here?" - his reply was to keep it simply. instead of seeing the general doctor;…
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just diagnosised
I just got diagnosised with invasive ductual carcinoma, not in the lymph nodes, thank goodness. what is next? any ideas?
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Re: Learned something tonight at Church
Hello this is Marilyn and tonight our minister started his talk about his wife being diagnosed with cancer which brought tears to everyones eyes because we are all in this together. Read Philippians 1:16-27 . We can make have a bad situation like cancer happen to us but we can turn it around and make it be a good thing…