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Today's my implant surgery to replace ruptured expander. Hope it's an easy one.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
It should be easier, Dawn. I've had replacement implants and the surgery was much shorter and, on one occasion, I didn't even have a drain. Good luck to you!
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anonymous
Stage 2B Patient
Good luck dear!
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Had my 1st chemo (Fec -Red Devil). Ended up in ICU for 4 days. Was VERY sick. What precautions should I ask for for my next round as I don't want to end up in ICU again? should I be admitted for a few days? What do u think??
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anonymous
Survivor since 2010
Thqts scary. I would see my oncologist before next treatment to discuss options
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Im sure they will be very careful and have you monitored.
I measure my water intake the four days after chemo. The cocktail I take gives me three things before chemo starts. And they have each of my side effects matched to something. This means I track it: day I and two I take nothing. Day...
Comment 0Im sure they will be very careful and have you monitored.
I measure my water intake the four days after chemo. The cocktail I take gives me three things before chemo starts. And they have each of my side effects matched to something. This means I track it: day I and two I take nothing. Day 3&4 I take three things and day five and six I take one and then I'm done. I sorted this out with them. Round two was much easier to tolerate And becuase i felt a bit better i ate more variety. My counts were good cause I ate beet root Brussels sprouts broccoli asparagus and hormone free meat. All of these things help fight cancer but are linked to improve blood counts.
WBC and pl were impacted the worst by first round.
Hydrate to clear it out of your system quickly. drink and pee. Repeat.
I'm sure your team will work with fixing the problem and your mix for you
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Hi ! I'm having a bilateral mastectomy on Thursday. My doc says I will probably have only two drains. I have lanyard for the shower, pillows for the recliner, comfie velcro shirts. Can you think of anything else I need to prepare?
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
I only had a unilateral mastectomy and had 2 drains. I went to a speciality shop and got what they call a postsurgical camisole that has 2 pockets for holding drainage bags that attaches to the camisole by velcro.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
You sound pretty prepared! I didn't wear any type of bra because there is nothing there but skin flaps left for reconstruction. Take your pain meds as prescribed. Don't let the pain get in front if you! You got this!!!! I just stuffed my drain tubes (3) in comfy pants/shirts pockets. Just held...
Comment 1You sound pretty prepared! I didn't wear any type of bra because there is nothing there but skin flaps left for reconstruction. Take your pain meds as prescribed. Don't let the pain get in front if you! You got this!!!! I just stuffed my drain tubes (3) in comfy pants/shirts pockets. Just held them in my lap in the shower, hubby washed my hair and body until I could raise my arms.
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Is the DIEP surgery when they use belly fat to reconstruct breasts? Had anyone done this and what do you think? I'm cancer free now and had a lumpectomy...considering a mastectomy
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Yes I had it. It was the best choice for me. I'm very happy with the results. I don't think the rehab was that bad. It is a BIG surgery and takes about a month to re coup and be back to most of your regular life.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Yes you are using your belly fat. The pro is its your own tissue. The con is there is a longer recovery time.
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Has anyone had the IORT Radiation treatment done???
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
Yes it is a new procedure and they do during surgery. It is a one time radiation treatment right after they remove the tumor. Radiation is only given the the tumor location and not the whole breast.
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anonymous
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I may be wrong, but I don't think that is for invasive bc. Anyway, my radiologist said that this , and also the three week protocol were not options for me. My mother had a small noninvasive bc, and was able to have radiation twice a day for 4 or 5 days. Not all ways of giving radiation are best...
3 comments 0I may be wrong, but I don't think that is for invasive bc. Anyway, my radiologist said that this , and also the three week protocol were not options for me. My mother had a small noninvasive bc, and was able to have radiation twice a day for 4 or 5 days. Not all ways of giving radiation are best for different situations.
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Had a mammogram and had a 2nd with more details images. Got results in mail today BIRADS Category 3 need another mammogram in 6 mths
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
As I recall from my days working as a Mammography Tech. Birads cat. 3 simply means they saw something, that is benign appearing, and recheck in 6 months to make sure it is stable. That may not be quite the wording, but pretty close I'm sure. Also when I was working the Birads codes went from...
Comment 1As I recall from my days working as a Mammography Tech. Birads cat. 3 simply means they saw something, that is benign appearing, and recheck in 6 months to make sure it is stable. That may not be quite the wording, but pretty close I'm sure. Also when I was working the Birads codes went from 0-5 and they've since added a 6.
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Did anyone try false eyelashes during chemo ?
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
I didn't lose mine till after I was done. They did grow right back in. But yes. It was time consuming as I was not very good at it. Took a lot of practice. I eventually said "forget this" and started using the extending mascara from loreal. Prayers to you.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
I didn't even try. If I had anything special diring that time I would have given it a whirl or gone to a make up person.
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Just an update post for those curious about Diep surgery. I am 7 wks post op and feel great!!! What a difference from the 3 wk mark:) it was a long surgery and recovery has been pretty steady. Overall pleased with my surgery choice :)
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
Thanks for the update. I hope to have mine in. December.
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
Glad or worked out well for you. How many days were you in the hospital.?
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I have had challenges with my insurance company. If the company refuses to pay for my chemo. Anyone know what 4 sessions of TC might cost ?
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
All great answers. The makers of the chemo have help avail also. I know Genentech maker of herceptin picked up the cost that my ins didn't pay. You may also talk to the cancer society in your area. There may b programs avail too you also - I had TCH each round was 20,000. In 2012 to fight cancer...
Comment 1All great answers. The makers of the chemo have help avail also. I know Genentech maker of herceptin picked up the cost that my ins didn't pay. You may also talk to the cancer society in your area. There may b programs avail too you also - I had TCH each round was 20,000. In 2012 to fight cancer was 400,000 - I pd 2,000
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anonymous
Stage 2B Patient
I don't, but in the meantime, ask for a social service referral at your Oncology Center to see if they might provide guidance with dealing with the insurance company. If you have coverage I don't see how they can refuse treatment for cancer! Also, call the American Cancer Society and ask them how...
Comment 1I don't, but in the meantime, ask for a social service referral at your Oncology Center to see if they might provide guidance with dealing with the insurance company. If you have coverage I don't see how they can refuse treatment for cancer! Also, call the American Cancer Society and ask them how you should proceed. I am sure there is a challenge process whereby you can ask to speak to the insurance supervisor, go up the chain of command, etc. You shouldn't have to be dealing with this at such a time. Burns me up!
Is there a family member who can help with this? Write down everything and include names of reps you speak with.
Ya gotta fight cancer AND the insurance company. Not right!! Good Luck.
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Ok ladies. I'm a almost 2 mths post surgery and the very discreet rib pain hasn't gone away. Ive mentioned it at every appointment. It was suggested to me by PT that it might be a hair line fracture. I guess it's possible right?
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Thanks for the variety of new ideas.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I also have pain under my left breast rib cage . Keeps me up at night. I was becoming very concerned. I guess I will wait a month until my exchange surgery happens . Lots of prayers and hugs being sent your way.
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