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In addition to systemic chemotherapy and hormone therapy, there are newer, more effective treatments that can attack specific cancer cells without harming normal cells....
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Hormones like estrogen and progesterone are chemicals produced by glands in the body. In our simplified illustration, we are using circles for estrogen and squares for...
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Chemotherapy is a treatment method that uses a combination of drugs to either destroy cancer cells or slow cancer cell growth. Cytotoxic drugs (meaning “toxic to cells”)...
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Hi ladies, I go for my expander surgery 5/22/13. Whole breast radiation only on the right side six weeks. Any tips on bra or best type under garment while drain is in? Thank you
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
My ps would not begin the expander process if radiation was needed.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Good for him/her
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I have seen 2 general surgeons and both say that my breast must be removed. Should I just let one of them do it or should I look out of town for some type of specialist?
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anonymous
Patient
I was surprised that I had an option other than a mastectomy. PLEASE see a breast surgeon, if you possibly can.
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anonymous
Stage 2B Patient
Please look for a breast surgeon out of town, if necessary. You really need a specialist for this type of surgery due to long term considerations, and there are many.
Good Luck!
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what is the best type of cream or oil for scars
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
I used Palmers cocoa butter oil. Prayers to you.
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
my doctor told me Vitamin E...it has worked really well for me. It was also very soothing.
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I recently found a lump and am going through priliminary testing. My head is spinning. My mom was only 51 when it claimed her life 36 years ago. I am trying to stay positive, but I am more of the worse case scenario type of person.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I found it helpful to remember "I am in God's hands and there is no better place to be".
You are not your mother and you are not a statistic, you are you and, as already stated, there have been huge advances in both detection and treatment. Take a deep breath, and take one step at a time. I will...2 comments 3I found it helpful to remember "I am in God's hands and there is no better place to be".
You are not your mother and you are not a statistic, you are you and, as already stated, there have been huge advances in both detection and treatment. Take a deep breath, and take one step at a time. I will pray for negative results on the tests, but if they are not negative, that is not the end. It is the beginning of a journey of healing.Mary
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
First u gain nothing by being negative. Stay as positive in this situation as u can. Take care and I'll be saying a prayer for u.
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I am going to University of California San Francisco to add Dr. Rugo to my breast cancer team. I am stage 4 and have tried 4 types of chemo with little to no success. Does anyone see Dr. Rugo or know anything about UCSF? I am in Idaho.
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anonymous
Stage 4 Patient
Wow I wish we could talk ,, I don't want no more chemo ,,,I know. It can't cure cancer,,,wish I could get to California
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I am going to get my second opinion from him in next couple of weeks... My email is mpeoney@aol.com..
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I am getting radiation on the right side and have noticed that it now hurts to lift my arm. Typing on the computer really hurts, anyone else? So aggravating!
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
Agree with Norma. Radiation tightens your muscles. You will need to stretch regularly, even after you are done.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Support sleeve? PT consult?
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Has anyone quit chemo treatments? My mom had type 2 didn't spread to the lymph nodes(lumpectomy) She took 4ac and has 4of taxol. She's just had taxol #2/4 and has a rapid heart beat. I'm thinking she should just call it a day and go on to radiation.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Listen to ur mom. She knows what's best for herself. Doctors will tell u statistics and what were the best outcomes for that type of cancer, but we know our bodies more then them and we know when enough is enough. God bless and ask her to pray about it.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
She's just been having one thing or another happen with this last rounds of treatment. Just trying to prevent more damage from occurring... Thought??
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Drains are out!!! Yay!! I found out that I'm stage 2 grade 3. Lymph nodes and margins are clear. He wants to do chemo bc it's such an aggressive type so in 3 weeks ill find out my schedule.
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
Yay Roberta. You are on your way girlfriend. Great news you have no positive nodes. I'll be needing chemo too. You are just a few steps behind me. Rest up and god bless :-)
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
Thank God to be rid of the drains. Happy that lymph nodes and margins are clear. Will you also have to have radiation? My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Am having bilateral in June. Do I need to buy any special garments to wear? Open front. Button. Particular fabric types. Oh. I live in Oklahoma where it will be unbearably hot. Any suggestions appreciated.
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anonymous
Patient
I live in Oklahoma too. Just south of Norman. I went and got me a mastectomy camisole for my double that I just got yesterday. It's a zip up, soft boobs and it will hold your drains. You should look into it. What part do u live in??
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Are you doing reconstruction right away? I married an Oklahoma boy. We have spent many a summer and still have a place in Oklahoma. 100% cotton and very loose. I can't imagine wearing a bra with prosthesis unless there is airconditioning.
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I'm ER and scheduled for a total hysterectomy. Is that pretty common with that type of bc??? I'm only 35 so it's gonna be a quick menopause.
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
Roberta, was it your decision to do the hysterectomy, or did your Dr's advise it? I am triple positive & only had a bilateral mastectomy. I am in menopause due to chemo. Prayers to you.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Roberta, chemo did not put me in menopause. Even though I took Tamoxifen, the same cancer returned in my mastectomy incision. They attempted Lupron shots to move me closer to menopause but it was not enough. At age 42 yr, I had the whole shebang and hello menopause. I do have days when I...
Comment 0Roberta, chemo did not put me in menopause. Even though I took Tamoxifen, the same cancer returned in my mastectomy incision. They attempted Lupron shots to move me closer to menopause but it was not enough. At age 42 yr, I had the whole shebang and hello menopause. I do have days when I would like my ovaries back (hot flashes). I made the right decision for me. Talk to others, speak to your doctor(s) and get a good understanding of what it means when your ovaries are gone. It is a pretty big change, I knew everything in advance so no surprises. I am alive and that is what I think about first and foremost. Good luck to you, let us know how you are.
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