Member Since: January 28, 2006
Last Login: December 2, 2008
Birthday: October 18, 1963
Location: MN United States
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Biography
8 cm
ER+/PR-
3+/16 nodes
HER2-
Bilateral mastectomy 2-9-06
Chemo start 3/2/06
Radiation completed 8/15/06
Diagnosis
| Diagnosis: | Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
| Diagnosed: | February 1, 2006 |
| Type: | Invasive or Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma |
| Recurrent? | No recurrence |
| Metastatic? | No |
| Stage: | Stage IIIa |
| Lymph Nodes Removed: | 16 |
| Positive Lymph Nodes: | 3 |
| Tumor Size: | 6cm or larger |
| Tumor Grade: | Grade 3 or high grade |
| Hormone Receptor Status: | Tumor has estrogen receptors but not progesterone receptors |
| HER2/neu Status: | Tumor does not have an excess of HER2/neu receptors or genes |
Recent Posts by Bugs
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Recovery, Renewal, & Hope + Moving Beyond Cancer, Created: 6 hours ago
Fibromyalgia - Real or Imagined?I've been reading this thread with interest as my sister in law has fibro. There has been some great advise all around regarding how to deal with fibro and it's issues. I do have to say something though. The only animosity I see is from ftaa to Amy and Blue. Calling somebody names and bashing their ability to do their chosen profession is pretty rude, imo. Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: 6 hours ago
Lump in my throat that I just can't shakeHave them check your thyroid. Thyroid issues and BC seem to be very common around here. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Recovery, Renewal, & Hope + Moving Beyond Cancer, Created: Dec 1, 2008 03:44 pm
need help choosing digital cameraCanon is an awesome camera. My dream camera is a Canon XSi. But right now my little Canon works just fine and it's old by digital camera standards (5 years). Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Dec 1, 2008 03:16 pm
Anyone get a rash at infusion site?Janis, I am very allergic to the adhesive on bandaids and tape. The only thing that my skin can handle is paper tape. Have them use that after a blood draw or meds and see if that helps. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Dec 1, 2008 10:21 am
tamoxifen or not?Casseddy, My periods came back after chemo, also. My onc and I decided on getting those ovaries out. Sorry..my cancer was 95% estrogen positive. I did not want any estrogen flowing through my body to give any cancer cells food. Tamoxifan is another weapon against hormone positive cancer. My opinion? Give it a chance...I have minimal side effects and the ones I do are very tolerable. Hot flashes? Yes...but not nearly as bad as chemo hot flashes. As a Stage 3'er...I am pretty leery about turning down treatment of any kind. Good luck with your decision Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Dec 1, 2008 10:12 am
brain mri today - headachesStephanie, Prayers for strength and a nice clean scan! Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Recovery, Renewal, & Hope + Moving Beyond Cancer, Created: Nov 29, 2008 03:53 pm
Yearly mamoJorf, You and I were on the same chemo thread in '06. Big hugs to you and I will keep you in my prayers for a B9 biopsy! Keep us posted when you can, k? hugs, Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Nov 28, 2008 09:08 am
I DID IT!Awesome job on your 5K! Treat yourself to something special to celebrate your completion of chemo AND running a 5K a few days later. Sorry about your Dad...I hope he is doing better. Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Nov 27, 2008 07:39 am
BuzzBarb, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Recovery, Renewal, & Hope + Moving Beyond Cancer, Created: Nov 24, 2008 01:05 pm
Hello friendsCongratulations, Fumi! You will make an awesome Grandmum. Bugs (btw...very relieved to see that the lump was a cyst!!) Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Recovery, Renewal, & Hope + Moving Beyond Cancer, Created: Nov 20, 2008 11:35 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FIT CHICK MARIN!Happy Birthday Marin! I hope you have a great day. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Nov 19, 2008 11:20 am
How are you doing? is there anything I can do...I don't really agree that when somebody asks you what they can do to help, they mean it. The people close to you, yes. Others..well..I think they say it because it is the "polite" thing to do. These ladies are not talking about "letting go of pride" and accepting help. They are saying they are sick of being looked on as sick and in NEED of help. Let them vent...because even though we are sisters...we don't GET it like they GET it. And they pray we don't. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Nov 17, 2008 09:58 am
Jodi (Jodian)This is just so sad. My prayers are with the family during this time. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Nov 15, 2008 01:30 pm
For those that have had WBR..I have a ?Thanks Kim. What kind of side effects did you have..and are they long term? Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Nov 14, 2008 07:34 am
For those that have had WBR..I have a ?Hi ladies, The mother of a friend of mine has been dx with small cell lung cancer-early stage. She will be undergoing chemo and radiation and they want to do prophalactic WBR. <<( PCI (Prophylactic Cranial Irradiation): Radiation to the head with the goal of reducing the risk of brain metastases. It is commonly recommended after successful treatment for small cell lung cancer.>> To me it just seems like a huge thing, this WBR...for a preventive measure. I have read your posts on all the SE of WBR. What can she expect with this? Long term SE? What can I tell her to expect? Thanks for your help, Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Nov 14, 2008 06:16 am
Too Positive?My surgeon was a bit doom & gloom at first. My onc, on the other hand, has been very positive. I don't know if I could handle my onc being doom & gloom. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Tests, Treatments & Side Effects + Help Me Get Through Treatment, Created: Nov 14, 2008 06:10 am
MexaltrexateAmen! Thanks for the update, John. We all love and worry about Deb. Glad to hear the continued improvements! Bugs Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Recovery, Renewal, & Hope + Moving Beyond Cancer, Created: Nov 13, 2008 12:53 pm
A good laughFunny. Everybody at work wants to know why I'm laughing. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Nov 13, 2008 09:06 am
How do I respond....Instant button pusher for me. I hated it when people asked that. I would usually say "I don't know, I'm not God". If it was somebody I knew well I would tell them that "fyi, cancer patients hate that question". Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |
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Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Recurrence and Metastatic Disease, Created: Nov 12, 2008 10:42 am
How do they know it's not mets?PET's are much more sensitive (hence the false positives) and can show mets to both bone and soft tissue. Dx 2/1/2006, IDC, 6cm+, Stage IIIa, Grade 3, 3/16 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2- |