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Re: I say YES. YOU say NO....Numero Tre! Enjoy!
Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
betrayal
Re: Is there any hope for long term survival?
AbbyFighter,
I am not sure what you are reading but stop reading it! I was just diagnosed with IDC and I plan on living to be an old lady along with all of us here. Try to put your mind at ease you have found the right place to be. I am new at this but there are so many wonderful ladies that can help! My mother had Breast Cancer that was 40 years ago and she was a survivor along with so many! Take a deep breath you will be fine..
Carla
carlads
Re: Bone Mets Thread
Oh @norah2024 I’m so sorry to hear you are going thru these symptoms. As far as the itching and skin reaction I get that often where they took out my lymph nodes. It seems to happen when I shave under my arm and use deodorant. , My onc says that is common with lymph node after dissection even years later. The facial skin irritation I think is more from the cold dry wheather . Try a gentle exfoliant and mild moisturizing cleanser and day crème . . It will protect your natural skin mantle from cold winter allergic reactions. The meds you are on are probably adding to this skin rash and itching. I get that too. All i can add is that the shoulder blade pain could be related to Cervical neck vertebrae stenosis. I had that and it was awful. My oncologist saw it on my scans in C3 4 5 &6. I started treatment with the pain management neurologist with injections and finally radiofrequency ablation during the summer. Since then the pain is gone and I will have to go once a year for the next one, because the nerved in the neck facets grow back and need another ablation once a year. I refuse to take any kind of opioids for pain. Just Excedrin and the Voltarin gel on painful areas. They work for me so far.,. I hope this helps. @norah2024 🩵🌷
Re: So...whats for dinner?
I'm joining the ranks of glad "it is over" sentiment. Especially this year. I do leave my xmas night light trees in till Valentine's day, but that is basically our whole decorating, LOL.
I'll spare you all the medical updates…
DH requested a tuna melt for today, so that is what we'll have. Tomorrow, the duck breasts. Hope I don't eff them up. Always a bit nervous since they are so expensive.
We actually had a dusting of snow on Sunday; didn't last. Still, it made me smile when I woke up. Something good, for a change. And it's been in the 30s/40s.
wallycat
Re: Zoom Meet-up for Those With MBC: Place to keep chatting
@birdsndognow I have a morbid fascination with cancer stories. I saw Miss You Already. Tearjerker. Also The Emperor of All Maladies, a documentary. So interesting! I’m about to watch The Big C.
aj
Re: Life does not end with a stage IV diagnosis (really!)
@xsuzx yes, the first few months are the worst. Then you adjust to the new normal, believe it or not. I didn’t think I’d make it through the anxiety. But antidepressants and therapy helped a lot! And the virtual support groups offered by breast cancer online. I’m traveling and exercising in addition to doctors appointments.
aj
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
“Thank you for sharing these beautiful and encouraging words. Indeed, getting through a tough year with our loved ones and celebrating the small moments is truly a blessing.
And about the photo that you shared:
This is such a powerful reminder. Truly, the mind has incredible strength, and nurturing positive thoughts can make a real difference in how we feel. I also deeply believe in the idea of negative and positive energy—it feels very real. Thank you for sharing this—it’s inspiring to focus on kindness toward ourselves and our minds.
I wish you all a happy new year 🎊🎈
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@mara51506 Be safe going out for appts. Lots if reporting of ice and snowy condition with horrible winds. My sis is without electricity since noon. I'm worried about her and her 5 kitties. She doesn't drive, so no chance of leaving the house. Neighbors are in the same predicament.
@micmel oh what good news, the count down with 2 treatments to go and then she can start working on putting this all behind her.
@shanagirl Wonderful advice indeed. Your little gal sure grew into her abilities and stretched her horizons. I always hate labels on children. I know it can bring special help for those that need it, but wouldn't it be kinder to bring that help without separation in classrooms and reminders on a daily basis?
@cookie54 Still praying and holding your nephew in our thoughts for recovery. It's so sad for someone so young but know he has fight in him and will overcome.
@threetree In your pocket for Wednesday.
@intolight Is it possible this severe weather is playing havoc with your health. We may not be as blustery as you are, but it's down to 37, feels like 29 and I think I'm still living in FLA. lol
The kids are still here as DH and I know it's too cold in their camper. No insulation and the heater is pretty minimal btu. I fixed a roast the other day and turned the leftovers into vegetable beef soup. Just added diced tomatoes, extra carrots, beef broth, little round potatoes, onion and bit more pepper. With sourdough butter bread and flan for desert, it warmed up our bellies. I spent hours bringing in plants and wrapping up those that I couldn't bring in. Hoping beyond hope that poor gardenia (my favorite flower) makes it.
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
I walked three miles on Sunday and it trashed my feet from the Xeloda. Annoying! I went to exercise class yesterday and swam today. Swimming was lovely. The pool was quiet and not crowded.
aj
Re: How are people with liver mets doing?
Adding Verzenio quickly reversed the TM rise I had after six months on Orserdu alone, but had to drop it for the trial, may come back to that for a bit when the trial is over..
