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Cancer Markers?? whats yours..
I had my chemo today and also saw my oncologist, who is an expert in Inflammatory Breast Cancer. My cancer markers are 111, he said this is not good. I do not know anything about cancer markers, my old onc never went over this with me. I tried googling but nothing really makes sense, so I was wondering what your cancer…
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3 word game of spring
Time has come
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What do you think ladies?
Routine oncologist appointment last week. My normal one has moved on so had a temporary stand- in. Who by-the-way actually read my file. My old oncol three times thought I had had a lumpectomy when I was bilateral!!!! (Don't ask). Anyway, it was a very pleasant Indian gentleman I saw. Before I left the room he said to me…
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Muscle Spasms
I had a double mastectomy with reconstruction and taking tamoxifen May 2014. I've been having massive muscle spasms in the both breast area for a year now. I have tried about 8 different muscle relaxer pills. I'm done with pills and refuse to take any more. I'm still wearing the tissue expanders because I can't get the…
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Spasms are gone!!!
I just had to post this because I know so many of you are having frustrations with the breast spasms too. I am only 1 month post op, had bilateral Mast. with immediate reconstruction, expanders. I saw my Chiropractor just 3 weeks post op and told him about my muscle spasms. He jump started the nerves in my chest and I…
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BRCA TESTING
Hi Ladies and Gents, Is there anyone who has decided against genetic testing? I know all the reasons why we should have it done, but I'm interested in anyone's advice/opinions who decided not to have it done. I was diagnosed with stage 1 bc 10 years ago and had another primary renal cancer, also stage 1 6 years ago. Thank…
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Scared, Mixed Emotions, Hopeful.....
I'm Female 53, I had a breast lumpectomy (stage 2_ductal cancer)and underarm lymph nodes removed also 4/16/15 (2 lymph nodes were affected.) I've postponed chemo. I'm not ready, I'm afraid, just want a month to not deal with this. Oncologist is doing an Oncotype test to see if I am low risk. Maybe no chemo at all. My…
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Happy Birthday to 'CanoeGirl' ...
Happy Birthday .. do enjoy your very special day ... Celebrate, and eat lots of cake.. Vicki Sam
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wigs
Hey Ladies, Does anyone know about making wigs? I have a friend just diagnosed. The onc told her she will have chemo, she is only 36. She has beautiful, long hair and wants to know if it is possible to cut her own hair to have a wig made for when she looses hers. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Cindy
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Ladies awaiting results
Noticed there are a few ladies awaiting results and some pondering their options. I just want to wish you all well and please don't be too afraid. All the surgeries are doable, chemo is also doable and not as frightening as you may think. I did not experience radiation. Go for the best options and ask your surgeons and…
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What to do?
I recently posted that I had a breast ultrsound on Thurs. the 7th! The pain in my shoulders, chest, arm,breast,ect. is definitely worsening. The Vicodin was at least helping keep pain manageable before until a few wks. ago. I expect to hear something about the ultrasound tomorrow and further instructions. My question is,…
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Pink Bus
I have not seen any reuqests for the pink bus lately. I am going to my Rad. Oncologist on Tuesday AM-if anyone wants to tag along with me-I have to be to work by 12:30-so not stopping for lunch. Annual check up Denise
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O.T. 2 ultra sounds tomorrow am
on my kidney and bladder... NO PINK bus-but good thoughts would be a help..I am not worried..just a follow up from a couple years ago for a cyst. Denise
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OT - Tropical Storm Ana AND Winter Storm Venus
Yup - Tropical Storm Ana is hitting the Carolinas at the same time Winter Storm Venus is aiming at the Northern Plains while lots of nasty thunderstorms and tornadoes are ravaging such a large area. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who are dealing with all of this unseasonable and nasty weather and it's over Mother's…
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Livestrong YMCA program
I just finished the free 3 month cancer survivor exercise program through the YMCA called Livestrong. We met twice a week with trainers at the Y with a family member, were coached through cardio and weight machines. They developed individualized work out programs for us, and we could use the Y free for those 3 months. I…
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after 7 yr set free from Radiolgist oncologist
I booked the PINK bus for Tues-for all of those who came along I am doing the HAPPY Dance...i must still see my other medical oncologist but ONE less Dr is great. Denise
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Radiated skin and future cosmetic surgery.
Hi, I had lumpectomy, chemo and radiation in 06. Recently I have felt that I would like to have a breast lift. At my consultation, the surgeon said that radiated skin has a compromised blood supply and it relies on the skin around it. He said that because of this, there is a risk that the skin will die as a result of the…
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Microcalifications
Is anyone on this board familiar with microcalicifiactions? In 2007 I had them in my left breast, had biopsy and they were DCIS stage 0, had lumpectomy but no radiation. In 2010, I again had suspicious microcalifications (again in left breast), had another biopsy, this time they were benign. In 2011, again had to have a…
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Kind of Want To Quit
Hi, I'm new to this site. I'm just looking for someone to talk to. I finished my treatments in the fall of last year but I just had my third surgery. I'm just really struggling lately. It doesn't make any sense because while I was going through it all I was fine. Now I'm just a big disaster. I'm tired all the time, I have…
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New here...scared...not yet diagnosed
Hello everyone! My name is Katie and I'm a 28 year old mother of 5 children ages 10,7,5,3, and 5 months. I am currently breastfeeding and discovered a mass like area along the armpit side of my left breast. I initially thought it was a clogged milk duct and have been massaging, pumping, doing all the things to try and…
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OT - VE Day
70 years ago today WWII ended in Europe.
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Great cards to give to someone you know with cancer
Hi everyone, I just came across these cards that I think many of us will appreciate. I would have loved to receive one of these cards as they speak to exactly how I was feeling. Enjoy! http://www.boredpanda.com/empathy-cards-cancer-postcards-serious-illness-emily-mcdowell/ Clementine
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Pink Bus back in the garage....for the moment....
Thank you all for your warm thoughts and wishes....I felt you all there with me!!! This lymph node could be something major....or something minor. With my history of 2 primary cancers, it could be either one of those, or potentially a new (!!!!) site.....I'm suddenly finding myself chanting "3 is a crowd!". BIG kudos to my…
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Alternative to swim breast forms
I haven't come across this discussion on this board or I may have missed it but I tried using bath puffs in place of my heavy swim prosthesis. I bought the "mini net sponge" at Walmart for 78 cents a piece. They fit perfectly in my mastectomy swim suits with pockets. You can even tie the string in a knot to form a nipple!…
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Ultrasound today~
I finally had my ultrasound today! Of course I don't know anything more than I did before! The tech said it could take up to 3 days for radiologist report. What I do know is everytime she stopped the transducer it was on the spots of pain and she would click away on her monitor. She also turned the monitor away from me…
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Just curious...Anyone have different TYPES of cancer in each breast?
I finished treatment a little over 3 weeks ago, and I was curious. I had stage 3C Triple Negative Breast Cancer in my left breast, and ER+ widespread DCIS in the right breast. I was just curious whether anyone has had cancer in both breasts, but a DIFFERENT TYPE in each breast.
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good thoughts
Sending good thoughts and cyber hugs to all of those in need! THinking happy spring thoughts...today.. Denise
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Breast pain~
I don't have a diagnosis yet but could use some advice, input from anyone who has experienced these symptoms! I have been posting on the head and neck due to some issues with blocked nasal passage, pain, headaches,swelling,sore throat ect. See ENT next week. But to put everyone into focus, I have been diagnosed with…
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Remove ovaries? Zoladex Implant
Hope someone has some insight to the future and can tell me which direction to go. I had my 6 month check up on Friday. To my surprise instead of saying ok your done, they said that I shouldn't be having my periods and that I am producing estrogen. Since my tumor was estrogen positive, that is not good. I went through…
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Bilateral mastectomy with DIEP Flap ... aftercare ... anyone getting scanned?
I am 6 years out from stage IIb breast cancer diagnosis & treatment. When I was diagnosed, my path seemed clear. I was very lucky to have fallen in with a great team of doctors within my medical group, and I credit them with saving my life. They gave me the facts, straight from the hip, left decisions up to me yet clearly…