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Hoping for 'Canceritis'

KathiM
KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
MRI was done this morning bright and early, 8 am....I got to pick the radio station...and, but for the trouble breathing when the contrast was injected, all went well. The tech said I would know within 2 days.....speedy service!

So, then went to my primary care, still having trouble with my 'special' breast...red, warm, tender...

He gave me a script of Keflex (HATE that...makes my stomach touchy), and said the OTHER words...."Can't rule out IBC if the meds don't work"...sigh...

GO AWAY, beast, GO AWAY....I just want to lay down and rest for a while in the soft, warm sunlight....

I will keep you posted...

Hugs, Kathi
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  • AuthorUnknown
    AuthorUnknown CSN Member Posts: 1,537 Member
    #2
    I will pray for good results.

    Eleonora
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  • spongebob
    spongebob CSN Member Posts: 2,565 Member
    #3
    We'll take your mind off that when you get here to DC,darlin!

    I'm assuming when you say IBC you mean inflamatory breast cancer and not a popular brand of root beer? Hang tough, darlin' and try not to let it scare you. Remembers the step of the cure is the diagnosis.

    Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

    - Dad/SB
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  • spongebob
    spongebob CSN Member Posts: 2,565 Member
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    We'll take your mind off that when you get here to DC,darlin!

    I'm assuming when you say IBC you mean inflamatory breast cancer and not a popular brand of root beer? Hang tough, daughter and try not to let it scare you. Remember, the first step of the cure is the diagnosis.

    Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

    - Dad/SB
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  • pink05
    pink05 CSN Member Posts: 550
    #5
    Hi Kathi,

    Well, we are both waiting for results in a couple days. Every week at my church, they pray for people who are awaiting test results, and I am still praying for you.

    -Lee-
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    AuthorUnknown said:

    I will pray for good results.

    Eleonora

    Thank you, my dear!

    Hugs, Kathi
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    spongebob said:

    We'll take your mind off that when you get here to DC,darlin!

    I'm assuming when you say IBC you mean inflamatory breast cancer and not a popular brand of root beer? Hang tough, darlin' and try not to let it scare you. Remembers the step of the cure is the diagnosis.

    Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

    - Dad/SB

    Thanks, dad. I am sort of getting frightened. I REALLY don't want anything else...unless it IS the root beer! Or maybe REAL beer!
    BTW, thanks for the ride offer....I think we will be ok...I will be paid for by the ACS. We come in on Saturday at about 6pm...

    Looking VERY forward to meeting you!

    Your rather small, frightened daughter.

    Hugs, Kathi
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    pink05 said:

    Hi Kathi,

    Well, we are both waiting for results in a couple days. Every week at my church, they pray for people who are awaiting test results, and I am still praying for you.

    -Lee-

    Thank you, Lee! Prayers are the reason I am still here!

    Hugs, Kathi
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    unknown said:

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    Thank you, my dear...but I am lactose intolerant...BUT just had some success with taking Lactaid...so, thanks for the tip....also reduces the possibility of yeast infections...
    (The MRI was pretty easy....I had headphones tuned to my fav radio station...kept my eyes closed...actually, the tube is taller than the 'donut' used for a CT or PET scan...I peeked!)
    Hugs, Kathi
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  • Chrisswife
    Chrisswife CSN Member Posts: 50
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    Kathi dear,
    My prayers are with you my friend. Stay strong girl, you're a fighter and an incredibly loving soul. You've got it all goin' on!
    Hugs,
    Mish
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    Chrisswife said:

    Kathi dear,
    My prayers are with you my friend. Stay strong girl, you're a fighter and an incredibly loving soul. You've got it all goin' on!
    Hugs,
    Mish

    Thank you, Mish!

    I KNOW I would fight again, but I would rather not have to....sigh....but, if I have learned nothing else from this journey....it is NOT up to me to decide.....
    Hugs, Kathi
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  • ruggersocks
    ruggersocks CSN Member Posts: 78 Member
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    Kathi,
    Here's hoping the Beast is gone for good! I'll be praying for the best for you.
    Many hugs, Cheryl
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  • Betsydoglover
    Betsydoglover CSN Member Posts: 1,248 Member
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    Kathi -

    I wish you well.

    If you can't eat yogurt, you can get good bacteria ('k - that sounds gross)over the counter in a decent drugstore. My husband had back surgery last spring that resulted in a staph infection and meant he had to be on IV antibiotics for 8 weeks. I bought something called "culturelle" (or something close) for him and it really helped his digestive tract.

    Meanwhile I wish you the best results from MRI and just know the antibiotic will work.

    Take care,
    Betsy
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  • Patrusha
    Patrusha CSN Member Posts: 487
    #16
    Hi Kathy,

    I know it's pins and needles for you about now... but soon you'll know. And I'm praying for canceritis.
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    ruggersocks said:

    Kathi,
    Here's hoping the Beast is gone for good! I'll be praying for the best for you.
    Many hugs, Cheryl

    Thank you, Cheryl....

    I am keeping a positive attitude....it is all in my head (sorry!).

    Hugs, Kathi
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    unknown said:

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    I DID try it!!! YEA!!!!! With a lactaid, I ate 1/2 a cup....no trouble!!! YEA!!!!
    Thanks for the tip!
    Hugs, Kathi
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    Betsydoglover said:

    Kathi -

    I wish you well.

    If you can't eat yogurt, you can get good bacteria ('k - that sounds gross)over the counter in a decent drugstore. My husband had back surgery last spring that resulted in a staph infection and meant he had to be on IV antibiotics for 8 weeks. I bought something called "culturelle" (or something close) for him and it really helped his digestive tract.

    Meanwhile I wish you the best results from MRI and just know the antibiotic will work.

    Take care,
    Betsy

    Thank you, Betsy....you are always my strong guide! I had something called 'acidopholus' tablets...but I don't remember what for....is that the same stuff?
    Hugs, Kathi
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    Patrusha said:

    Hi Kathy,

    I know it's pins and needles for you about now... but soon you'll know. And I'm praying for canceritis.

    Thank you, Patrusha, I find it interesting that I am HOPING to be crazy....wow! How the 3 words "You have cancer" changes your life!
    Hugs, Kathi
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  • terril
    terril CSN Member Posts: 296
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    Kathi,
    My prayers and thoughts are with you. GO AWAY BEAST!!!!!! Terri
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