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Question abouy bone mets
Just curious about feelings when this spreads to the bone. I had this preasure start about 2 weeks ago to my pelvic area wnen you walk it is hard to discribe it becomes hard to move your legs without it hurting and sore. It could be just strain and I plan to ask my Doctor. but I read support from here and some who can say…
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New, 45, BC Mets to Lung plus Divorce!
I'm new this forum. I am in my third month of weekly taxol/carbo/herceptin treatments. The 6 cm lump in my breast has shrunk so much it has all but disappeared. The BC must have metastasized before I even discovered the lump as it was already in both lungs and the lymph nodes in my chest. This is a very aggressive and…
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Copies of medical records
After having my mammogram, I requested a copy of the radiology report. I was flat out refused! Instead they sent me a standard "say nothing" form to contact my doctor about an abnormal reading. The HIPAA laws require medical facilities to provide copies when asked. This facility told me they had a "long standing policy"…
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not fair
Hi all.just a update on my health first i had Breast cancer in 03,then in 04 i have been dignosed with lung cancer and know yesterday i found out it has went to the brain.I go in and talk to Radiologist today and set up a schedule for rddition.once done with that i start back on chemo.It just insnt fair too know that iam…
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i'm kicking my self in the A...
well folks, after all the encouragement & good advice I was given here, to go ahead & demand a biopsy..I went & threw away my appointment! I'm so mad at myself & I feel like a stupid fool. I was tierd, not feeling all that great & I didnt want to drive out of town to the hospital where my doc is located. excuses, excuses,…
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Disturbing News
I mentioned a week or two back that the skin on the top of my foot has turned dark, almost purlish, and has thickened to look like elephant skin and never dreamed that it could be something more than a unfortunate derma issue. I had a biopsy and went in for the results and it seems that there is a possibility that this is…
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Hi new here~
I am a 21/2 year survivor invasive ductal. I had lumpectomy, CMF, rads, and am ER/PR- so no tamox. I just had a "scare" and I realized I need to be around people who understand. I had a mammo that showed a 2cm tumor and all my doctors thought that IT was back but I just got the path report and it was CLEAR. I am so…
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Help! I've got insurance problems
Anyone out there had to do battle with the insurance co's whose got some advice? I have to get a mastectomy. I want to explore reconstruction and I'm getting a hassle from my HMO about going out of network for my plastic surgeon. A lot of doctors at my hospital have dropped off the plan. The only doctor they've offered me…
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Poem Published
On a positive note, a poem I won an award for was recently published in a newsletter for alumnae from my high school! It's not about cancer, but it is about LIVING each day! See what we can still do!
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walker or crutches with lymphedema
I have a question and thought I'd come to the experts. I finished my treatment for bc almost 2 years ago and have had some lymphedema, although not severe. I do have a sleeve for when I need it. I'm getting ready to have knee surgery and will need to be on crutches or a walker for at least a couple of weeks. Has anybody…
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in need of fast answers and help
Having serious confusing problems. I had my delayed flam trap surgery Fri. My plastic surgeon told my husband everything on the right side went fine. My husband asked about my left side. The surgeon said he was only doing the right side he thought. Now when I was in his office prior to the surgery he understood I was…
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Changes for the better
I have used this forum to complain and share agony, so I wanted to share that I have had several interviews for jobs the past couple of weeks. That seems to be how it goes, you apply to a million places and they all come in at once. I go tomorrow to interview for a consumer affairs job and I am excited. So far, a loan…
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sad news about Brenda
Brenda Dean from Georgia battled Stage IV breast cancer for four years. She was on the forum with NancyS and Rosa(Tiger)and Pam and Margaret and Wendy from California and many more we no longer hear from. I go back almost that far by a few months too. Her husband wrote me today thst she passed away on JULY 29 in the…
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masectomy vs chemotherapy and lumpectomy
Can anyone help me? I have having to choose between a mascetomy and chemotherapy with lumpectomy. Is there any difference in long term outcome?
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I'm not ashamed, just can't talk about it
Hello Everyone: It's me again. I'm glad I found this site. I have been reading many of the postings and I find that I'm not alone. For seven years I didn't think I needed anyone else to talk to about my condition. I never sought out any type of group counseling or therapy. In fact, you could say I tried to keep it a…
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Sore breast
The side of my breast near the incision has been sore for 3 weeks now. It's not a constant pain, just soreness when touched or with movement, like walking. It's been 7 months since I had a lumpectomy. I finished chemo 4 weeks ago, started radiation last Monday. I mentioned it to the radiation tech and was told that it…
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Magnet's
Good morning to everyone. I don't know if anyone here remembers me, it's been a while since I posted or been in the chat room. I finished chemo and radiation the end Oct. 03, and just finished 52 weeks of herceptin last month. Slow but sure my life is returning to normal - to those of you just starting this journey, yes…
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HELP!!! Dr wants to postpone treatment of DCIS
My cousin has been diagnosed with DCIS but that Dr said he isnt going to do anything for 3-6months. Is this normal accepted treatment of DCIS? He says that nothing has formed yet so he want to wait (she had a mamagram, microcalcification were present and a biopsy was performed. Thus the DCIS was discovered) I can…
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TRAM Reconstruction
Hello Everyone: I just wanted to thank all that responded to my posting on TRAM Reconstruction. I haven't made a decision, but when I do, you ladies will be among the first to know. Thanks again, Sharon
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In memory of little Alex Scott
Alex Scott, the little girl who inspired so many with her lemonade stand campaign for pediatric cancer research, passed away Sunday. Only 8 years old, she accomplished so much in her short life. She was a courageous little girl! If you aren't familiar with her story, visit her websites at:…
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heartwarming replies
It was great to read all the kind replies to my hospice update. Had a social visit!!! from my PCP whom I don't see now as a patient. She sat and talked with me for 1 1/2 hours about all sorts of topics including yes or no to Xeloda. I am not gaining weight despite the good appetite now - must be the liver. The SUV lady is…
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Tomorrow is my appointment
Well I'm going back to my gyno to start this whole process over...If you've read my previous post...I asked all of you if I should insist upon a biopsy or not. anyway, you all convinced me to go back & get a biopsy. I'm going back to step 1..the gyno because my insurance needs her to refer me to a different surgeon.…
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Bone loss
It'll be 2 yrs. 9/04 since my b/c. It was a stage 2 had a lot of problems, but things are starting to look up. My dr. called today and said that I had alot of bone loss, I'm taking arimidex and she said this and chemo was the cause. She prescribed a pill I will have to take the pill once a week as long as I take arimidex.…
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infection
I recently had my nipples made and am suffering through one heck of an infection. Not only is my previously radiated breast infected but my whole body has been zapped by the infection. I've missed 4 days of work so far. My plastic surgeon put me on strong antibiotics last week, as soon as the infection surfaced, but I am…
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news from Jean at Hospice
Can you imagine. They just got a computer a few days before I got here (Arrived Sunday) but it wasn't set up for any real use. Today I now have access to the internet - Hoorah!!!- and as usual the other seven patients are long asleep - but not me! Still have not started the xeloda - was to be last Monday - Rx was correct.…
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Nipple update
what a crazy topic heading. If anyone would have told me a year ago that I would have this topic, I would not have believed them. I did have the nipples and they did seem too low to me, and still do, but, I think that they may be ok. Now, it is the healing. I can't wear anything tight that compresses them and since they…
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2b invasive ductal bc+ wondering ???
It will be 2 years in a few weeks since my dx.So far ao good , but I would like to know if anyone has gotten thicken areas in other parts of affected breast? This has started about 5-6 months ago and I think it is increasing.(check-up this week). Sometimes I can touch different areas of my breast and I jump when I get a…
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Need help in your support, Lets fight Breast Cancer
Until last year, I was not familiar with the Breast Cancer 3-day. Its a 60 mile walk over a three day period to raise awareness and research funds for breast cancer. As I prepare for this challenge, walking mile after mile, I think of those who have traveled the path before me, those who are traveling the path with me, and…
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It's hot and I stink!
Hi! I'm new. I was diagnosed 7/5 and had a mastectomy with node removal on left side, 7/16. I'm doing ok after surgery, but I'm not supposed to use deoderant or powders on my left arm pit. It's been hot - in the upper 90s here, and I'm wondering what I can do? I can't wash as well as I used to (because the incision goes…
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working and cancer
I recently was diagnosed with breast cancer. I am preparing for the chemo treatments to come beginning next week. I am also an elementary school teacher. Is there anyone out there who also works with children? How did you handle the parents and students? Just want to know what to expect because the new school year is…