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Re: Starting Chemo July 2025? Gather here for support!
@alliec1068 I posted here, too, but looks like it’s you just and me right now! 😂
Re: How long have you been Stage IV?
@EddieJ Juliana, I know what you mean about seeing scan results before your MO appointment. That happened with my PET the end of March. I knew the results meant either changing my treatment or having radiation. I immediately called my MO and asked for her to call me. My appointment with her wasn't for another week. I also called the RO to see if I could get an appointment with him. My MO then called me and recommended radiation. The RO got me in the next day and we we discussed all of the options. It was a crazy few weeks, but everything got done very quickly.
I scheduled my next PET (July 14) for the day before my MO appointment and infusion treatments. I don't like having PET and infusion back to back, but felt it best to have the results prior to my next infusion in case there needs to be a change in treatment. Fingers crossed that everything is stable and I can continue with what I am doing.
Not sure if I mentioned that my PCP strongly suggested I take Pantoprazole (40mg) 2x/day for 8 weeks. I was just tapering off 20mg/day of Nexium for 7 weeks. He thought my heartburn may need extra protection. I have now been on the Pantoprazole for just about 10 days. The first 3-4 days I felt really rough, like all my anastrozole side effects were greatly intensified. However, now that I've completed 10 days, I think things are normalizing a bit and I am feeling a bit less heartburn. (I believe the heartburn is caused in large part by the anastrozole!).
Anyway, praying both of our scans show good results! I will be thinking of you.
Hugs, Pam 💗
Re: I say YES. YOU say NO....Numero Tre! Enjoy!
I have been following the BBC for some time. They had extensive coverage of the Texas floods. Sad when you have to look at another country’s news to find out what is happening where you live
wren44
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Good Morning My Lady friends @irishlove @mara51506 @candy-678 @chicagoan @mkestrel @micmel @seeq @cookie54 @goldensrbest @threetree 💕 @tanya_djamila @tougholdcrow @illimae @intolight @moderators @aprilgirl1 @betrayal @eleanora @gailmary @rlschaller @weninwi
Just checking in to say hello. and hope all is going easy on you all and I’m in your pockets when needed. I come here because I care so much for you all and the fellowfeelings we share with one another, and I’m sendig up breathprayers for all here who visit @micmel ’s Livingroom and feeling her struggle as she goes through her daughter’s doublemastectomy and what follows for her girl in the fight against Breast Cancer. Have a good as can be Day today everyone.🩵🌷
Re: I say YES. YOU say NO....Numero Tre! Enjoy!
In the midst of catastrophic flooding in Texas, two young Mexican counselors, Silvana Garza Valdez and Maria Paula Zárate, became symbols of hope and solidarity. As water surged through Camp Mystic, these nineteen-year-olds acted with remarkable foresight and compassion. They gathered twenty girls under their care, wrote their names on their arms for identification, and guided them to higher ground, staying awake all night to comfort and protect them until help arrived.
Their courage stands as a powerful reminder of the value immigrants bring to American communities. While some voices in politics seek to divide us by nationality, these women’s actions show that compassion and leadership do not stop at borders. The recognition they received from both Mexican and U.S. officials highlights the importance of cross-cultural unity, especially during times of crisis.
As the floodwaters receded, the devastation left behind was immense, with dozens of lives lost and many families grieving. Yet, the story of Silvana and Maria Paula offers a beacon of hope. Their bravery and quick thinking saved lives and challenged narrow views about who contributes to the fabric of American society.
Re: Nervous about switch from Letrozole to Exemestane
Hi there. I was switched from Anastrazole to exemestene. 3 weeks in i had my yearly physical with my PCP. He did the usual labs. My liver enzymes were off the chart. He was concerned. He contacted my MO who said its unusual so assumed I must be fighting something. PCP said its a sude effect. Anyway long story short they took me off exemestene for a week retested liver and it was normal again. Back on anastrazole with the SE. My MO still refuses to accept the results of exemestene saying its extremely rare. Since then I have heard of other women experiencing liver issues 1 of which was a close failure and yet none of this is being reported. I understand that feeling of switching. You can always go back to the old one if the new one isn't working.
snoglo27
Re: Nervous about switch from Letrozole to Exemestane
Thank you so much for your thoughts! I really appreciate it.
blair01
Re: This piece is for anyone navigating loss.
Thank you so much for your story, Vanessa, and I'm sorry your mom died so very young. I have a daughter myself, and I can see our own relationship in your writing. It's very hard to lose a parent, at any age, but we live on in you.
