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xeloda
Has anyone been treated with the drug Xeloda for breast cancer? This is my 4th diagnosis with breast cancer. 1993 (right)lumpectomy followed by partial mascetomy, chemo, radiation; then 1996 (left) lumpectomy and radiation; 2003 bc on (left) mascetomy w/reconstruction and chemo. Now in November 2004 bc on right side…
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Chemo Question
Has anybody been on a chemo called Navalbine? Just wondering what your side affects have been like? Kodi
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Breast swelling after SNB
I had a SNB on 2/3/05 (4 nodes-neg)and was fine until this wed.-2/9- when I woke up with a breast twice the size it has ever been! I saw my surgeon on Friday to have my stitches removed, he was not concerned said it was the body readjusting, it will not interfere with my mast on 3/2 and don't worry. I am not worried- it…
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lymph nodes removed swelling under site
HELLO, I am new. Dec 22, 2004 I had a lupectomy it was small but cancerious. I then had two lymph nodes taken out from under my arm left side they are negative. Today I go back to the surgeon the second time to take out built up fluid 60cc (I think thats the amount 1/2 cup?) It has now filled up again like a goose egg…
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Tumor markers
Could tm rise be linked to anything else other than cancer? My CA 27-29 has risen over the past year from normal to 120. I have benign growths in my liver. Could it possibly be from that or something else. I would love to hear from someone whos been there. Thank you so much Jayne
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Mets to Skin
Has anyone had their cancer metastize to the chest area -- I have subcutaneous nodules that are in the fatty area of my chest wall.
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Soy products and breast cancer
Does anyone know if soy products pose a risk to women with breast cancer? I have heard that the phytoestrogens in soy may stimulate tumor growth, but I've also read that soy has some protective effects against cancer in general. Any oppinions about/experience with this? Thanks, Holly
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sis with breast cancer
Hi, I'm new here. My youngest sister, who is mentally and physically handicapped, had a breast removed in 2002. The tumor was quite large and the dr. had said that the cancer would probably return elsewhere. She was diagnosed with oral yeast infection today, and her gp wants her to see her oncologist. She had pneumonia…
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how to use this web site
What is the best way to use this website?
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Considering stopping Tamoxifen
Hello - I had a mastectomy at 27, chemo, and have now been on Tamoxifen for 3 years. I don't mean to whine because I am so grateful to be alive - but I'm debating whether or not to keep taking it. I have a call in to my oncologist. I just feel so out of it all the time - my memory is shot, I have mood swings and fatigue,…
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CT SCAN
WHAT ARE THEY CHECKING FOR WHEN THEY DO A CT SCAN? I'VE HAD BONE SCANS ,MRI'S AND X-RAYS BUT NOT A CT SCAN.I'VE HAD RIB PAIN SINCE SURGERY-THE BONE SCAN I HAD ABOUT THREE WEEKS AGO SHOWED NOTHING-I HAD MY FOLLOW UP TODAY WITH THE ONOCOLOGIST,SINCE THE LOWER PART OF MY NECK IS TENDER ALONG WITH MY RIB CAGE SHE SAID SHE…
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Lymphedema
I have been having trouble with lymphedema since I finished radiation treatments around Thanksgiving. My oncologist says that the swelling should resolve itself as I heal from the radiation treatments. This doesn't seem consistent with anything that I have read about lymphedema and my arm and hand are getting bigger with…
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femara
I switched to Femara from Tamoxifen about 8 months ago. I have had many migraine headaches and have to believe the Femara may be the culprit. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks!
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New here/but not new to bc
I'm new here, but certainly not new to bc. I had original dx in 99. {lump/rads/CMF 6 mo] I then had a recur in 11/2002. MRM/chemo. I Completed treatment 6/6/03. I had 4 rounds of AC and four rounds of Taxotere. I've recently learned how to use our pc [not a web genuis, but getting by for now. lol!] I hope to get support…
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Arimidex vs Femara
I have been taking Arimidex for about 10 months. Because of the side effects my oncologist suggested I try Femara. Before I do that I'd like to hear from anyone who has switched. I know we all react differently but I'd like to know if anyone has had less discomfort with Femara or if it's just more of the same (but…
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TRAM Reconstruction
My name is Holly. I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and am scheduled to have bilateral mastectomies in February. I am thinking about doing a bilateral TRAM at the time of mastectomies. I would like to hear about other's experiences with this procedure both in the short run and the long term. Is it worth it? How…
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Stage I: Invasive ductal carcinoma
I had a limited nodal dissection on 1/25/05, and the results were negative. I am so very fortunate. I feel like a miracle has happened, and will forever more give thanks. So, I am now officially stage I with Histology Grade 2 (E/P positive, but Her-2/neu negative). I anticipated at each step of the diagnostic process, that…
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discontinuing Tamoxifen
In Nov. I will discontinue taking Tamoxifen, after five years. A friend who completed the five year course of Tamoxifen last year, had a recurrence, in the other breast. This has concerned me, as my five year stop date approaches. Has anyone else had this experience? I wonder if I shoud go on Arimidex, after the Tamoxifen,…
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web page update
Just thought I'd put a pic of Helena up, if anyone is interested. *smiles* Many of you may not recognize me as I am from the 2002 "crop"... but I do try to stay in touch now and then and I think of you all, often! Be well all! ~marty (just celebrated 2 yr anniversary post chemo!)…
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Ending Tamoxifen Side Effects
I recently ended my 5 year usage of Tamoxifen and have been having some strange feelings in my lower pelvic area that I believe are withdrawal symptoms from ending Tamoxifen. Has anyone had symptoms after they stopped Tamoxifen. I'm intersted to hear your stories.
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my mom feels tired since she was diagnosed for breast cancer back in 1999
I have a mother who had breast cancer. Iam her daughter Debbie. My mother name is Isabel and Isabel age is 62. Isabel was diagnosed for breast cancer 5 years ago. The cancer did not spread to her limpnodes. She had chemo theraphy. I want to know if anybody has experinced tiredness after this cause my mom is dealing with…
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new here and have lots of ?'sabout medical cost helpandother?'s
hi all! i'm new here my name is kelli aka 1rockinhippy. i'm also new to b.c. well i'm not new to it ,it's my mom she got b.c. in spring '04 has had a lumpactomey ( i think?) had surgery to remove the cancer and had 2 lymph nodes removed,chemo and now needs rad., the only problem is her or my dad don't have insc. and are…
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Tamoxifen and stomach discomfort?
Hello -- I've been on Tamoxifen for a relatively short period of time. I had two normal, on-time periods, then no period the third month. I've also noticed a fair amount of stomach/abdominal discomfort in the last few weeks, and I'm wondering if others on Tamoxifen have experienced this. I feel somewhat bloated and crampy,…
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new here and have lots of ?'sabout medical cost help
i'm looking for help in locating an agency,group,anything in help with medical cost.my mother has no insurance and neither does my dad as they are both disabled and indigent.any help would be helpful!
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Lance Armstrong on Oprah
If anyone is interested, Lance will be on the Oprah show sometime soon. I was in the audience for the taping a week ago last Tuesday. They said it would air in the next couple of weeks. That would mean sometime next week. You can check on Oprah.com in the what's coming up section. Just in case you need some more…
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Hair loss
Ihave been through with chemo for five years and continue to take tomoxifin. My hair has never returned to any thing like it was. Any info?
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Prayers, once again, Please
Hi everyone, I haven't been on for awhile. I'm back for more prayers. They diagnosed the return of my breast cancer(which had spread into the Plurel Cavity) 18 months ago. I have had a lot of back pain. The family doctor said that I have severe osteoporosis and put me on meds for that, plus she ran a bunch of tests. She…
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Hysterectomy after Breast Cancer?
I was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in February '04. I Had surgeries, chemo and radiation therapy throughout most of the year last year. Chemo stopped my periods around June and put me in a "temporary" menopause. But, as luck would have it, wouldn't you know, last month, my period resumed. Now - my common sense…
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new here and have lots of ?'sabout medical cost help
hi all! i'm new here my name is kelli aka 1rockinhippy. i'm also new to b.c. well i'm not new to it ,it's my mom she got b.c. in spring '04 has had a lumpactomey ( i think?) had surgery to remove the cancer and had 2 lymph nodes removed,chemo and now needs rad., the only problem is her or my dad don't have insc. and are…
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hi all i am new to the website
here is my story: i have had breast cancer for 14 yrs, first started 14 yrs ago then left, then came back 5 yrs ago, then stopped but came back again last august. i am doing okay i was in the hospital in august 26 for five weeks i was filling fluid around my lung they had to put tube down my throat for about two weeks even…