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Re: I’m on hospice - anyone else?
@kbl , I hope you can be comfortable and pain free. I’m glad you’re with family.
aj
Re: Zoom Meet-up for Those With MBC: Place to keep chatting
KBL
I’m glad you’re having your favorite company soon. Take care
Tanya
Re: Starting Chemo June 2025? Let's support each other here!
@iambecoming I just asked for normal fluids so who knows what was in the IV bag, but I'm guessing sodium chloride, saline, water.. who knows. But I was there for an hour getting the fluids and it was so excellent. I definitely recommend. I didn't get any fever/hot flushes. No bone pain. Like I FULLY recommend. Was going to talk to my doctor about it on Thursday when we speak to make that a regular thing.
I had a totally normal week. Didn't lose my appetite at all this time. It was just so bizarre. Maybe my body knew what was going to happen and is now processing the chemo differently?
So proud of us!! Almost there 😅
Re: How are people with liver mets doing?
@AJ - Thanks so much! Still a little sore, but hoping that by the week-end, I'll be back t normal.
Re: Life does not end with a stage IV diagnosis (really!)
We are so grateful for @exbrnxgrl. She is sorely missed. We send you all gentle hugs.
Re: Zometa side effects
Hello. Been awhile since I have been on this thread. Besides not being able to receive a Zometa infusion if currently undergoing dental work, does anyone know if the opposite is true i.e., if I had an infusion in May, is it safe for me to now have a tooth extracted? I've read that the Zometa can stay in your body for up to 24 months. Also, does anyone know if Zometa can actually cause a tooth problem of any sort (not the jaw issue Osteonecrosis)? I am going to ask my oncologist next week but since she is less than helpful in most cases I thought I'd throw it out and see what you all have heard or experienced. Thank you.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Good afternoon room
Sorry to hear of the loss of exbrngrl and the friend of Candy. It’s always a reminder that stage IV brings ends to people. Living with that reality and its reminders is part of survivor thriving or whatever. I’ve been dealing with cancer since 2003. Looking back I remember the best and worst times but while living through it I never defined it as thriving or surviving. SF cakes my heart feels heavy too.
Mara wow broken refrigerators are the worst. Costly replacing food and the clean up is yuck. I barely have energy for day to day; that’s not a fun project. I hope your brother enjoys his anniversary time and misses you and continues to make time for you. You’re a special person and normalize and comfort so many. Thank you.
Liver biopsy sounds awful and painful.
MKestrel thanks for camping pictures.
My long distance grandson (San Francisco)is visiting for 1 more day. He’s 4 and a vibrant joy to be around. I can handle him in the pool for about an hour. I’m happy I’m still able to do that!
Sending hugs and support for all.
Tanya
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@candy-678 I am sorry to hear about the passing of your friend. Sincere condolences to you and her family and friends. It always hurts…
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@candy-678 Sorry for your loss. What a mind-blowing story. It seems like cancer just blows up quickly in some people like your friend or exbrnxgrl after years of stability. It's a sad day with both their deaths.