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Breast Cancer
Hi, my name is Caroline, but you can call me care bear. my mommy died when i was 10 and 3 years later i was diagnosed with breast cancer same as my mom. I need some1 to talk to please email me if you have any advice. Thanks *~* Keep the faith
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Recovery from Surgery
Hi, I was diagnosed with DCIS 2-28 following a needle localization biopsy. Eight days ago I had a lumpectomy to get better margins.I had a difficult reaction to the anesthetic - really sick vomitting and miserable for about 6 hours and then they were able to get it under control. Anyway, I don't seem to be getting my…
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Stages
I am going through treatment right now. I have stage 2, one lymph node involvement at the microscopic stage. Anyone elso out there with this stage? I would like to talk.
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Anyone with AA Husband?
Tomorrow I go in for lumpectomy. Husband, with nearly 10 yrs sobriety, breast man, couldn't even look at biopsy site. Being stoic, not worried about him drinking but he's really uptight. REALLY uptight.Need suggsestions, e-mail site he can turn to. Something. Please suggest. I'm okay. A little worried about pathology but…
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Signing Off for Now...
Hi Everyone: Wow! Sooo many new names on the site now! I'd like to wish all of you newbies the very best with your treatments and test results! Hang in because it does get a bit easier as you begin to share and gain more knowledge. The initial diagnosis is often a whirlwind of emotion, fear and sometimes outright panic.…
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I HAVE AA HUSBAND AND I AM AA MYSELF
BEING IN AA AND MARRIED TO AA MAN I BELEIVED WE MADE IT THROUGH THE WHOLE DEAL. THE ONLY THING IT DID WAS TURN MY HUSBAND OFF TO SEX WITH ME. AND I KNOW HE DOESN'T RUN AROUND ON ME. I HAD MY SURGERY IN 94 AND HAD IT REBUILT IN 95 BUT THAT DIDN'T HELP WITH THE SEX PART OF OUR LIVES.IT IS OK THO' I AM ALIVE AND I DON'T MISS…
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Help!
Hi there, I'm scared/worried it's BC.. I had a cancer Thymoma tumor removed on Nov 15, 2001.. Just got thru with radiation on March 15.. Been having really weird breast soreness and found a lump left side.. I'm also getting these weird tingling sensations thru out my body.. And my back and side feels like its on fire at…
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Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Has anyone been treated or heard about Cancer Treatment Centers of America? I have breast cancer might be spreading out into lungs and am looking for second opinion at different hospitals. Someone mentioned about Cancer Treatment Centers of America and also Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center are good places to go. Anyone any…
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Back from Holiday
Hello Ladies and Hello to all Newbies, I am back from bringing my son home to the family after moving away 6 years ago. My son said as we were flying home how glad he was we took this time together to go home to see all the family. It was a special time for us together and for him to reconnect with the family, now that he…
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Lymphdema and Thromophelbitis
March/April 2001 -Breast Cancer Stage II, Left Arm, Sentinel Node Biopsy, 6 nodes removed - Negative. 4 cycles Chemo, 6.5 weeks radiation. At the end of radiation I developed thromobphlebitis of the superfacial veins on my left side. This is characterised by thick ropey veins that usually can be seen under the arm. It…
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Hot flashes
I'm new to the group. I'm struggling with hot flashes. I was on HRT until last August when I found out that I had DCIS. They did a mastectomy and a tran flap reconstruction. Everything went great, no chemo, radiation or Tomixofin. Just these hot flashes and other symptoms related to menopause. Any suggestions?
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Howdy...
I'm new to this board & am wanting to know more about the tram procedure & all that applies. Also, is there a certain time for the chat room? I have a webpage if you'd like to know about me...Emails are welcome....thanks! God Bless Keri
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Radiation treatment
I have just completed chemo and am about to start radiation treatment but the center seems to be having a difficult time getting their bearings on just how to set the machine to treat the area of the tumor without effecting too many other areas. My tumor was on the lower, inner edge of my breast so the incision actually…
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33-yr old, just diagnosed
Hi, I've just been diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma. Just reading that others hv gone through or are going through the same thing on this site was a help. I've a 4 cm tumor, right breast. Now going through scans to check if its spread, and will be discussing treatment options with doctors later. Battling breast…
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CSN on HGTV
Saw a nice ad for CSN on the HGTV channel tonight. Maybe it's not the first time it's been shown, but the first time I saw it. :-) Jean
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Welcome nocarb1
I just wanted to welcome nocarb1 to our wonderful site. Even though we have lost two of our dearest friends, too soon for any of us and especially too soon for their families, this site lives on with thier courage in mind. It is the realization that this disease continues to affect so many that we all are willing to share…
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We're meeting Tuesday evening
Hi everyone...Pam Triggs and I are going to meet Tuesday 7pm Pacific time at cancersurvivor.com chat room. That is 10 pm New York time. We will be in the breast cancer chat room, and we hope some others of you may be able to make it. I know I could do with a chat after reading about Wendy....hope to see you there, Love…
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late diagnosis because of denial!
my girlfriend just got biopsyed(sp?) she waited WAY TOO LONG!!!! she noticed lumps a year ago. i've known her for about 8 months. she did a good job of hiding it from not only me but herself as well. (denial!) i finally said she ought to get checked because her breasts were harder than normal breasts. i'm very afraid for…
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Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Has anyone been treated or heard about Cancer Treatment Centers of America? I have breast cancer might be spreading out into lungs and am looking for second opinion at different hospitals. Someone mentioned about Cancer Treatment Centers of America and also Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center are good places to go. Anyone any…
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can somebody call my girlfriend tonight?
we expect her biop. results tomorrow or tues. and she's very scared as i am. we are pretty sure she's at an advanced stage. i'm trying to help by having a survivor talk to her tonight. if you dont mind leaving your phone#. she doesn't have a computer or i would tell her of this site. thank you all for increasing the…
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HAPPY EASTER!
Hi everyone, Just wanted to wish you all a Happy Easter! I hope you all are having a great day. I had a quiet day around here. It was a beatiful day though, 71 degrees. Things with me are going well. I go back for my last expansion Tuesday. Everything has gone well with surgery & all. Take care, Judy
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Good book on diet for cancer patients?
Hi I'll be going thru chemo soon; worried abt diet and food. Does anyone know a good book abt what to eat during chemo, or more generally, a book abt appropriate diet for cancer? Thanks.
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HELP 27 yr old diagnosed with breast cancer!!!
Hi I am 27 yrs old and I was just diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma?? Anyway the initial breast surgeon who told me the news, was the worst Dr. I have ever dealt with in my life. I got rid of her, and found a good team of doctors... I guess I have a lot of questions???? The first thing s I have the cancer in my…
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I'm on arimidex now (replacing tamoxifen)
I had very nasty mood swings and yeast infections with tamoxifen and complained to my doctor until he took me off of it! I only took it for about 6 weeks but had to wait at least a month before I could start on arimidex. I've been on arimidex since Jan. 4, and the only problem I've had was the headaches that started the…
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cancer at early age
Wow What a great group of people. I have just found this web page and I was the one asking about hot flashes. I got a lot of sugestions but I have tried them all. My doctor told me to stay away from anything that will make my body to produce estrogen like black cohosh, soy products ect. I am taking 150mg of effexor but the…
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Life After Breast Cancer
Hello, I'm not sure I'm doing this correctly, but I hope my message reaches you. I am one year away from my last treatment (mastectomy, chemo, radiation). Physically, I feel so much better that it's hard for me to believe that I couldn't pick-up and carry an empty trash can from the curb to the garage last year. Mentally,…
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2nd chemo
Hi all sorry I haven't been here for a few days, Had chemo again and wasn't as bad this time,Dr. gave me Kytril once a day, took the nausea away. was still hard to eat and an still a little weak, but nothing like last time. Congrats to you Cathy!!!! Was so sorry to hear about Wendy. Hubby has mats to his spine, but Dr.…
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Increase-Breast-Cancer-Research-Funding Petition..Please Sign!
Please sign the following petition to increase funding for breast cancer research etc. Go to http://elixxir.com Demand Dramatic Increase in Breast Cancer Research: It's a Biggest Threat to Your Life than Terrorism! Sign this petition. It can save your life. We, the undersigned, demand that our government increase…
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Hot Flashes
I was dignosed with breast cancer in August of 99 at age of 35. Because of my cancer I had a hysorectomy and I'm now taking Tamoxifen. I am experencing hot flashes and I haven't found anything that will help. I'm willing to try almost anything.
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estrogen replacement
I was diagnosed with DCIS 2 yrs ago. Presently taking Tamoxifen. It has caused abnormal uterine thickening and polyps, resulting in low hemoglobin. My gynecologist is recommending a hysterectomy. My oncologist wants me to have my ovaries removed if I have the hysterectomy. I am premenopausal. Has any one else gone through…