Profile for mmcmom

Member Since: October 8, 2006
Last Login: July 7, 2008
Location: PA
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Biography

Diag 4/2006, 3 tumors - total 4.5 cm, her2+, er-/pr-, neoadj a/c, taxol,herceptin, mast -pcr to chemo, 35 rads, 1 year of herceptin

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Recent Posts by mmcmom

Posted in: Tests, Treatments & Side Effects + Help Me Get Through Treatment, Created: Jun 20, 2008 06:53 am

Is Taxol worse the Adriamycin?

I didn't tolerate the Taxol well at all. I had the bone pain that lasted for a few days but did gradually get better. I would get my infusion on Wedneday and the pain would start Friday into Saturday and Sunday, by Monday it started to improve but I had neuropathy in my feet for a long time.

Some women have no problems with Taxol, it all depends.

Diag 4/2006, 3 tumors - total 4.5 cm, her2+, er-/pr-, neoadj a/c, taxol,herceptin, mast -pcr to chemo, 35 rads, 1 year of herceptin

Posted in: Tests, Treatments & Side Effects + Help Me Get Through Treatment, Created: Jun 20, 2008 06:49 am

How old were you?

I was 39, found the lump myself. I had not yet had a mammogram because I wasn't 40 yet.

Diag 4/2006, 3 tumors - total 4.5 cm, her2+, er-/pr-, neoadj a/c, taxol,herceptin, mast -pcr to chemo, 35 rads, 1 year of herceptin

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Jun 20, 2008 06:46 am

not good you guys

Janis,

Just wanted to let you know I pray for you everyday and hope you are hanging in.

Beth

Diag 4/2006, 3 tumors - total 4.5 cm, her2+, er-/pr-, neoadj a/c, taxol,herceptin, mast -pcr to chemo, 35 rads, 1 year of herceptin

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Jun 13, 2008 07:26 am

not good you guys

I am wearing my "Cancer Sucks" t-shirt in your honor today.

Diag 4/2006, 3 tumors - total 4.5 cm, her2+, er-/pr-, neoadj a/c, taxol,herceptin, mast -pcr to chemo, 35 rads, 1 year of herceptin

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Jun 13, 2008 06:55 am

not good you guys

Janis,

I am just so mad! I have been visiting the boards for 2 years now, since my original diagnosis, and have always admired your spunk, you are such a big help to the ladies on this board. I am praying for either b9 or containment for you, and know you will fight with all your might, and you will have much more time with your boys,

Beth

Diag 4/2006, 3 tumors - total 4.5 cm, her2+, er-/pr-, neoadj a/c, taxol,herceptin, mast -pcr to chemo, 35 rads, 1 year of herceptin

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Jun 10, 2008 09:31 am

not good you guys

Janice,

I haven't been here for a while either but felt it was time to come back and let you know I am praying for you today and thinking only positive thoughts for you. Hugs,

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + HER2/neu Positive Breast Cancer, Created: Nov 30, 2007 06:24 am

Can we do a Her2 roll call?

Hi. Diagnosed 4/3/2006. Neoadjuvant chemo 4 dd a/c, 4 taxol herceptin, surgery, 37 rads, 1 year of herceptin completed in June 07.

NED!! Complete pathological response at surgery!!!

Beth

Posted in: Tests, Treatments & Side Effects + Just Diagnosed, Created: Nov 30, 2007 06:19 am

Why am I not upset?

Barbara,

So glad all the scans came back clear..great news for you...! I know exactly how you feel. I was diagnosed 4/3/2006 with a 4.5 cm tumor and 2 satellite tumors, I did neoadjuvant chemo for 5 months and then had a mast. At surgery, there was no evidence of cancer. I couldn't believe it..I had a complete pathological response. I could actually feel the tumor shrinking as the weeks of chemo went on. HAng in there! You will get through it. And the ladies here are amazing!!!

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + HER2/neu Positive Breast Cancer, Created: Oct 28, 2007 07:17 am

Her2 Positive with Estrogen negative Surviors Stories wanted:

Deb,

Coming in late with Kim. I was diagnosed April 3, 2006 at 39. 4.5 cm tumor, 2 satellite tumors. Neoadjuvant, dose dense chemo, 4 a/c, 4 taxol and herceptin, mrm, snb, 37 rads, 1 year of herceptin. Complete pathological response at surgery !! Yeah! NED, now. Also have 3 young, very active children! The targeted therapies are amazing now!!

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Sep 27, 2007 07:37 pm

Stage 3 and port removal

I just got my stitches out today from my port removal. My oncologist encouraged me to get it out and move on! I had my last HErceptin in June and it has been one year from my surgery (had chemo first). If I ever need to get a port put back in (god-willing I won't), then I can get it put back in.

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Sep 27, 2007 07:34 pm

Hey girls

Kim,

Awesome news! I'm so happy for you. Doesn't it feel great when you reconnect with someone from your past!

HAve a great night!

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Aug 11, 2007 04:34 am

Hey girls

Hi ladies,

I have not been to the boards for a while. Summer is so busy with the kids home (13, 11, 9). I'll take this summer over last summer anytime! I can't believe I am coming up on year since my last chemo treatment (Aug 23). I finished herceptin on June 14. It is so strange adjusting to life without constant doctor visits. I feel like my safety net is gone.

Hope everyone is having a great summer! We just got back from Disney..had a great time.

Take care,
Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + HER2/neu Positive Breast Cancer, Created: Jun 5, 2007 07:52 am

Can we do a Her2 roll call?

Dx 4/06..4.5 cm tumor, neoadjuvant chemo: 4 dd a/c, 4 taxol, surgery, rads, herceptin every 3 weeks....last one is next week!! NED as far as I know!

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: May 9, 2007 05:35 am

Hey girls

Linda - it is so inspiring your family participated in the race!!
Carol - congrats to Allie, what a great accomplishment, that is what life is all about!!!!

HAve a good day, Ladies!!

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: May 6, 2007 05:48 am

Hey girls

Kim,

Hi! I will look for you next Sunday! I am trying to figure out how to post a picture here so hopefully I will be able to do it before next weekend!

HAve a great day!
Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: May 1, 2007 04:59 pm

Hey girls

Kim - great pics!! My hair was long and blond, down past my shoulders, now it is brown and short! I do love how easy it is though!!

Kathy - you'll get through chemo before you know it..it is one year since I started and I don't know where the time went.

Veronica - great pics also..I am doing my first "Walk" on Mother's Day with my family in Phila...can't wait!

Have a great night girls!

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Apr 17, 2007 08:18 am

Hey girls

Kim,

I tried a few times to pm you..said you weren't receiveing private messages..any other suggestions? I am really not good at this..
Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Apr 6, 2007 07:56 am

Hey girls

Kim,

I tried to send you a message..it didn't work.

Please send me another and i'll try again.

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Apr 4, 2007 05:44 am

Hey girls

Ilene,

Hi...went to Penn (through Phonexiville)..they are so awesome!! How about you?

Beth

Posted in: Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis + Stage III Cancer, Created: Mar 31, 2007 10:14 am

Hey girls

Hi Kim,

Good to hear all is well! Elizabeth Edwards did hit me hard, especially since I am currently at my one-year mark (Apr 2) and am having all my follow-up tests. My heart breaks for her andd women going through it.

It is great to get back to the crazy schedule, especially since I was absent for most of it last year. My children are involved in baseball, track softball, boy scouts, dance..we are out every night!

I live in southeastern pa also.

HAve a great weekend!
Beth