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Just a note
It has been an interesting last year with the renewed sense of health, coping with all one must and still able to smile, to laugh, inspite of it all. I said in a reply that I prove doctors wrong and myself wrong often. The doctors have pushed the stress thing when ever I haven't gotten over a side effect that my body…
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS
TO ALL OF MY FREINDS ON THIS SIGHT: I WANT TO TAKE THE TIME AND WISH YOU ALL A HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. LET US NOT FORGET WHY WE CELELBRATE THESE HOLIDAYS AND GIVE GOD THANKS FOR OUR BLESSINGS OF GOOD HEALTH AND PROSPERITY. BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL LOVE KELLY
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herceptin without a port
Are there any of you who are getting weekly infusions of herceptin without a port. I did the AC and Taxol - 8 treatments in all - without a port - and also have had three infusions of zometa but the next zometa will include herceptin/ chemo and will be weekly - the herceptin goes on indefinitely. I'e like to avoid a port -…
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cellulitis
Hi out there,I went to the dr. yesterday to get a refill on my meds.While I was there I showed him a cut on my wrist that I received last week that stayed sore and red. He said it was cellulitis. It is on the same arm as my lumpectomy. Also he talked to me about his wife who has also breast cancer but in the past had…
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Insurance Issues
Just to FYI you all. It is a FEDERAL law that you can not be penelized for a preexisting condition if you are covered by insurance at an employer and then change jobs and get new insurance as soon as it is available. HIPAA When you leave your employer they should give you this form called "Proof of insurance" You give that…
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How to get the most out of Radiation...READ THIS !
Have you taken radiation, are you taking radiation? Did anyone tell you niacin, aspirin, and breathing oxygen (through a face mask) would improve the radiation killing of solid tumors. That supplementing your diet with vitamin C, E, beta carotene, selenium, gamma linoleic acid and CoQ10 SIGNIFICANTLY improves the survival…
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Lymph Node
Has anyone found a lump under there arm that comes and goes? And had a reoccurrence of cancer?
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Looking for GOOD Doctors in N. Illinios
I may need to find a surgeon in Northern Ill. (Chicago or surrounding area) I figured the best place to start is with the experts. You Guys! If any one out there has information on a doctor good or bad please post so that I can make an informed choice. Thanks
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Does any one find out that after only a total of four Treatments that they still get tired very easy
Hello I find out that after a total of four Treatments that I still get tired very easy and my last treatment was June the 10th. I still shouldn't get tired this easy . I'm still working part -time because that is all I can handel for now. I still hear different comments also like you cut your hair. I find that when I get…
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Tamoxifin
Hi! I have been on tamoxifin for about 6 months. I was having trouble with night sweats and hot flashes so my doctor put me on effexor. It helps for a while but now the night sweats and hot flashes are back. Has this ever happen to anyone else? If so, what did you do? Thanks in advance. Ida
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Question
I had reconstruction done, but Im having shooting pains (like muscle cramps), but no muscle as such was used, fat was taken from my tummy. Has anyone had a similar experience to this?
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Atlanta Breast Cancer, Stage IV - Met
I need treatment, I have COBRA and am out of network and employer provides no insurance. There has to be some place I can get treatment to stay alive.
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RECONSTRUCTED WOMEN WITH AGING OR REPLACED IMPLANTS
I am looking for others whose implants ruptured or were replaced due to age (expected to rupture as they were getting old) to find out: 1. How you decided whether or not to replace the implants with another pair 2. If you waited until your imlants ruptured or replaced them before they could rupture 3. If you replaced your…
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healing from radiation
I hope someone out there can give some info. I was diagnosed in oct 2002 with invasive ductile carcinoma. Had lumpectomy and auxilary node removal...11/11 pos. went through ACT chemo and 6 weeks of "agressive" radiation treatments. All of this ended in July. I am still having a lot of swelling, redness, pain and heaviness…
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How much longer?
I finished my 8 chemo sessions 6 weeks ago (AC and then T) and I am still feeling so tired. Is this normal? My legs are so weak and I still have tingling in hands and feet. I know I am impatient but I wish I would feel better soon. I am so tired of being tired. I am working and I am so tired from "pretending" to be OK when…
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lots of depression
Hi everyone, I just wonder if anyone gets as depressed as I do.I went through a divorce ,remarried and now going through chemo.My16 year old is talking to me but my 18 year old doesn`t want to. All of my struggles are almost too much. When I look at myself with no hair ,I can hardly bare it. I just want to sleep all the…
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CONGRATULATIONS WARRIOR AND jANV
Dear Warrior and Janv: Congrats on your pending nuptials. It is a awesome feeling to know that you are involved in bringing two people together and I and your Daughter have jan. May your love and experience of life join the two of you together as one voice one heart and may your love outshine the stars in the sky. Know…
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Gypsy Book
Hi everyone, I have been reading a book about gypsies during the holocaust.It is about a clan of gypsies that try to escape being sent to a concentration camp but end up getting caught. In one part all the gyspies heads are shaved. The young woman who the author of the story was marrried to comes toward him with her hands…
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Rosie O'Donnell - Trial Quote
I know that we don't typically use this forum for social or political commentary, but I was just wondering what everyone thought of the Rosie O'Donnell quote that recently came out in the media - I'm referring to the statement she made to a staffer regarding having developed cancer as a result of her alleged lying - part…
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HELP !!!
I know that Taxotere/Taxol cause problems with pain and tingling in your hands..but is it normal to have fluid drain from your nail beds? I had two fingers that had an infection so I'm on antibiotics for that. This is really discouraging. The numbness is starting to fade a little but I don't understand the drainage? Please…
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Next Step
I have completed my treatment course finally! Three courses of A/C - 3 courses of Taxol and 33 radiation treatments. I had the chemo port removed last Friday. Now I am on the next step of stopping this from happening again. I started taking 1mg of Arimidex - I am 47 - and the chemo pushed me into menopause - so the doctor…
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WARRIOR
To all who Read this Our beloved friend warrior has gone on a mini vacation. He will be back in the midst of our realm and told everyone to expect him next Sunday. You all have a Blessed Week Kelly
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becker implants
I would like to get any other impressions from someone out there who has a becker implant that did not have to have chemo or radiation. Is there someone out there like me? My implant is 8 months old and may well drive me crazy.
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Arimidex
Good morning, everyone: I am trying to order Arimidex for my sister who lives in the Ukraine (former USSR). Can anyone suggest a reliable online pharmacy to buy Arimidex? Previously I was buying Arimidix for her from Maple Leaf (Canada), and we were very satisfied with their service, but they require American prescription,…
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From Tamoxifen to Arimidex
My doctor just switched me from Tamoxifen to Arimidex due to some side effects I was experiencing. Started Tamoxifen in July (right after chemo), in October I started having a nagging soreness and pain in my left hip that nothing I took (advil, Aleve, Vioxx, Celebrex). Also, terrible consistend vaginal discharge. After…
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where is cctc web site
Hey all you ladies that go to cctc, I can't get there anymore. Hummer.... you there?
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komen race
I just got back from Austin, Tx where I attended the komen race for the cure. What an awesome experience. I believe I heard there were about 16000 participants and about 700 survivors signed up for the race/walk. Of course I walked,lol. I was very emotionally moved by the experience and met some great people. If my…
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MOM
THanks for al the prayers about my mom she is meding slowly and is stil li nthe hospital I hope she goes home soon because my dad is losing it. Keep the prayers coming and know that I appreaciate all your love and support helping me get through this. For those who dont know my mom had cancer surgery a week ago. Thanks Love…
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Judy22
I don't remember how many of you remember Judy Evans, but she's one of the very first I met here when I became a member. She had BC which went to her liver. She has been fighting it for years. We kept in contact even though she didn't get on the chat or contribute anymore to the message board. Well, please say a prayer for…
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Her2neu
Hello everyone, I was diagnosed in September with invasive ductal breast cancer. It is not in my nodes and is pr and er pos but it was her2neu pos. I am getting ready for my second round of chemo this coming thursday. I am taking Epirupicin and cytoxin and 5fu.Since they thought they got all the tumor ,I just wonder why…