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Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
was a palliative care doctor. Going to change. Just a farther drive which I hate. Gabbie is trying so hard. She has her expanders in and they are not comfortable at all. She’s waiting for recon. Thanks for caring guys. Love to all
micmel
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Mel - I’m so sorry your new doc cut your pain meds. Some of them are clueless. Sending loads of legos for her to walk on. Keeping you and Gabby in prayer. You are the best momma🫶🏻
Re: Having surgery in October 2025? Let's support one another here!
To @cbswastate :
I’m so glad to hear your surgery went smoothly and that you’re feeling well enough for a walk — that’s a great sign. It’s completely normal for the anticipation to feel worse than the procedure itself. Wishing you a smooth and gentle recovery ahead. 💗
To @marlegal :
Sending you strength and support as you head into surgery. It’s understandable to feel nervous, especially after everything you’ve already been through. Take things one step at a time — we’re here for you and thinking of you. 💕
To @risinggoddess :
It’s completely understandable to feel scared, overwhelmed, and uncertain — so many people in this community have felt the same way. Getting a second opinion is a smart move and can help you feel more confident about your choices. Whatever you decide, you deserve a treatment plan that feels right for you, and we’re here to support you through it. 💗
Re: STEAM ROOM FOR ANGER
Got a pink t shirt from a former boss. I know she lost her mom to BC years ago so now every year she feels the need to send me something. Of course is almost always something that does not fit my now marred body with more weight than when worked with her or something so awful and offensive to me sure would not use. Knowing she is trying to be kind and supportive since she knows of my history since had surgeries when working there can't be too insulting. It is hard to say do not send me pink stuff anymore!!! I have gotten some nice flowers before though that were nice one year though and enjoyed them. They are fake ones and use them in the spring and a pretty scarf to use that has some pink and red and white in there and not all pink. It is the pink and the books about people who have died from cancer do not like. Also shirts with things on them would not wear.
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
@eleanora-I've had 4 therapy sessions but mainly focusing on isometric exercises. Apparently my surgeon normally prescribes on 6 in-home PT sessions, so I only have two left. I am hoping to be prescribed out patient PT but I guess that is rare now. That short walk exhausted me but it also felt like an accomplishment. I've been doing the PT exercises as well-as easy as they seem, can be quite tiring as my muscles readjust to their "new normal."
Re: Stage III Cancer Survivors ...Five + Years and Out.
It's wonderful to see so many people doing so well. Thank you to all who have shared their stories
I was wondering if anybody has reached 5 years despite a poor response to neoadjuvant chemo. I'm looking for some hope any inspiration!
Re: Just Diagnosed? Start Here
Hi everyone. I'm feeling really scared and overwhelmed. I have just received a diagnosis a couple days and haven't met with my doctor yet. The biopsy looks like it's grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma which doesn't look too good. After some googling. It looks like it's equivocal for ER2 so they're testing It's some more I guess. I have three kids. Two are in college is one at home. I'm 54 and I feel like it's my fault because I started hormone therapy a year and a half ago but I've been getting my period on and off. I'm so scared
norah7
Letrozole and frequent UTIs
Hi. I had a mastectomy on my right breast in March 2023. I started Letrozole in May 2023. I have noticed that I am getting frequent UTIs since I have been on Letrozole in addition to Osteopenia and increased cholesterol numbers. Any advice on how to reduce the UTIs. I don’t want to keep taking antibiotics.
mandec21
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@micmel I just don't understand this new docs thinking! Isn't about giving you the best quality of life? Ugh I'm so sorry to hear how rough it's been for both you and Gabby.Continued prayers for healing and love to you both.❌⭕️
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