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Well Ladies
It seems that my troubles have all but disappeared now that I have something for the pain. I am so grateful that I was able to jump the hurdle to the other side when some stay stuck in the pain and the sorrow. The site has grown so much over the past year and I can see that the face of cancer hasn't changed that much since…
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Surgery for chest tube placement
Hello, I recently have posted a message about Marriage and Mets and was glad to feel all the support from you wonderful women. Noe I have another issue. Yesterday, I went to the doctor to have my lung tapped again and noe they are going to do a surgery on Monday to place chest tubes and to talc my lungs. I know of only one…
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There is a reason for this!
Hi, This is my first time here, & so far, I'm impressed. I was diagnosed in October of last year. I'm currently in treatment... only 1 chemo treatment left & then 34 radiation treatments. This whole thing has been an adventure for me. I know that God doesn't cause the cancer, but I also know that there is a reason I am…
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breast cancer
i am a 39 year old mom of 3 children who has breast cancer,removal of right breast and six months of chemo want to meet others who been through this also.
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If you need anything!
I live in the suburbs of Chicago ~ If you need anything, i.e. a ride, meals(love teaching meal preparation), conversation, just let me know. "I get by with a little help from a friend". ~Lori~
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Taxotere & fingernails
Hi...I started on 4 cycles of Taxotere 3 weeks ago. I had my second cycle today. My nails got little blood blisters under them and were very sore and just plain looked weird/wrong. They have pulled away from the nailbed just a bit at the top. My oncologist suggested I try nail glue to hold them on. Has anyone tried this…
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Visiting a friend after surgery
Hi there! My best friend was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and she will be having a double masectomy this Monday. I am flying home to be with her, and I have no idea what to expect as to how she will be feeling post surgery. I think I would feel more confident and comfortable about hanging out with her and helping…
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lymphedema
I'm almost two years post treatment (bi-lateral masectomy, chemo, radiation) and have just discovered slight swelling in my arm where my lymph glands were removed. With a "lymphedema clinic" screening two weeks away, I'm looking for some wisdom on living with this condition.
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Blood counts
I just read your message that your red cell count came back with procrit. I've had three rounds of procrit and still have a red cell count of about 29. My white cell count is down to .9 (its supposed to be at least 4). The doctors are saying, "lets just wait and see if it bounces back". I'm wondering if I should be doing…
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longterm problems from treatments
It is over three years since my "cancer discovery" and treatments. I have lingering medical problems resulting from my treatments that are altering my life style. It is difficult to discuss these with most people--because I do not want any one to think that my results are typical when they are extremely rare. That does not…
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Thanks a bunch
This is for cruf, jeanemici, getupandgo, and isaiah4031: Thanks a million for your response. I am forever grateful to know that I am not alone! Was there ever a more scary thing to hear than "you must have a mastectomy because you have cancer"? Now, I have been on Evista for several years to prevent osteoporosis (who knew…
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Good News
Today I learned that my PET scan did not show any cancer. I wasn't worrying but it is good to have peace of mind.
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on taxotere, week 8 - feeling yucky on Sun
I take weekly Chemo and it's on Wed. I did this so I could experience worst exhaustion on Sat per oncologists suggestion. So, now on Sun I spend the day feeling nauseated, never actually getting sick but, feeling like a new mom with morning sickness. Any helpful ideas besides my nauesea medication?
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Good News
NO CANCER!! Thanks for all your prayers and good thoughts. I still don't know exactly what this is - not cellulitis, not exactly vasculitis - but they think that they're going to try steroids for the short term - hopefully not long term. They said it's probably a result of everything, original surgery, the staph infection,…
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Tram Flap Post surgery Stomach Pain
I had mastectomy & tram flap last August. I still experience somewhat painful sensation /occasional swelling just under the center of the rib cage - where the transplanted muscle got folded over. Anyone else? Any suggestions?
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Chemo Mouth?
I've had 2 rounds of chemo (ellence,5fu and cytoxin) and haven't found anything to get rid of the nasty taste and severe dryness in my mouth. I drink probably 1 1/2gals. fo water a day trying to wash it away, but to no avail. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Julie
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Hey There Ladies!
Due to my sisters schedule I will not have a lot of time to use the computer... Only late eves. I just wanted to let you all know that although I am not responding or posting I am still with you is spirit....... Love You All & Be Blessed Cathy
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Tamoxifen
I have a question. Has anyone taken Tamoxifen beyond the 5 year reccomended time? Right now I am affraid to stop taking it when my 5 years come up. In October of this year it will be only 4 years. My Breast Cancer was in Situ no nodes involved. My Doctor also told me if The breast Cancer or The Colon Cancer came back there…
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They say IM PERFECT
Well ladies, I just got back from my 90 day check up. They say I'm perfect. I told them they would not say that if they know of my housekeeping skills!! LOL.. anyway. I just wanted to share my wonderous news. Now all I have to do is NOT think about my next apointment in 90 days. Love you guys. Thanks for all the support…
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taxatere side effects
I'm new to this site so please bear with me! I had a mastectomy in Oct., negative nodes but a deep positive margin. My cancer was dcis and invasive, nuclear grade; so I'm doing everything to get rid of it. I pretty much "breezed" through the AC (4) cycles both physically and mentally. This taxatere is really getting to me…
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Anyone ever experience...
REALLY dry eyes during AC treatments?!?! It seems to be worst during the 3rd week, just prior to the next treatment. I"m having issues with dry everything -- my mouth is dry, my lips are dry, my eyes are annoyingly dry (and artificial tears don't help for very long), dry vaginal area (which I expected, as this chemo--AC--…
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to rizzo
rizzo, the first visit to the radiologist is the time they mark your breast or chest to guide the radiation and at that time you must hold your arm up by your head for what seems like forever, but is about 15 minutes. It was a little hard to keep the arm there but not impossible. I did most of the exercises from the very…
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Hello Ladies!
Hi...I haven't been to this site in ages....got real involved with an AOL group, as well as a new local group for women under 50. I've been on a couple crusies, and just keeping generally busy. Just letting you know, I pray for everyone daily, and hope this finds you all doing as well as you can be. I noticed a lot of new…
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New to the board!!! Help with Menopause brought on by Chemo
Hi I am new to the board. I was diagnosis with breast cancer in 1999. Am doing well but would love to hear how others are dealing with menopause and no hormone therapy. It is difficult and doctors do not seem to understand. I also have lymphademia and would like to talk with others who are going through the same thing. I…
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Men are different from women.....just the facts...
I've seen a few posts lately from some of you in regards to lack of support from husband/boyfriends. This is disheartening to say the least, but here is something that helped me. Scientifically men are different from women. During pregnancy in the 6th or 7th week, if the fetus is male, there is a tremendous spike in…
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Pam Triggs
Hi Everyone, I just received an e-mail from Pam's husband, John, and Pam is back in the hospital. For all of you that have been on the site for awhile you will know Pam. She is such an inspiration, but has been suffering quite a bit lately. Right now she is in tremendous pain in her spine and hip and needs all our prayers.…
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golf balls 3 weeks post-surgery
Anyone have golf balls under their arms after mastectomies? I went to get drainage tubes removed today , and the nurse looked puzzled when she examined me. I'll see my surgeon in the near future, but I'm wondering if anyone else experienced what I am.
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Breast Reconstruction
I had a mastectomy 6 years ago and have finally built up the courage to have reconstructive surgery. My reconstructive surgery will be a Flap surgery using the Latisimus muscle and will be done next month. I'd like to hear from others who have had this surgery. I'm very interested in the recovery period and if physical…
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Good News today
I just wanted to share my good news with the people who have prayed for me and supported me while I am fighting this battle. I had a mastectomy a week ago and today I went back to the dr. for followup and to find out about lymph node involvement. I have ZERO involvement in the lymph nodes and no more cancer was evident in…
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Arm Flexibility before Radiation
For anybody who did radiation after a mastectomy, could you tell me how flexible your arm needs to be before getting radiation? I was warned that I need to be able to lay down and hold my arm straight up, the upper arm almost touching my ear for about a half hour. I've been practicing all the stretching exercises my…