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Re: Tips for getting through chemotherapy
Debi D.
Re: Second time around needing Chemo - just wondering about the prescribed treatment
Hi there, 2x survivor here too. I'm sorry you're going through this again, for me it felt like lightning striking twice. Our situations aren't the same - you can see my history in my signature - but I did doxorubicin (and cytoxan) and paclitaxel both times. Agree with ratherbesailing, no harm in getting a second opinion even if it's just for peace of mind. You can also ask for review by the tumor board. Good luck with the node surgery! Keep us posted.
kks_11
Re: Second time around needing Chemo - just wondering about the prescribed treatment
So sorry you're going through this. That protocol is pretty standard for a high risk cancer, which I'm guessing your pathology and/or Oncotype shows. Some centers would do the Paclitaxel every two weeks for a total of eight treatments, which is one month shorter, but I think a higher dose. Even with mastectomy, radiation would likely be recommended now for you given nodal status.
Of course, get a second opinion if you're uncomfortable. I know that is a lot to face.
Re: How are people with liver mets doing?
Histotripsy: I created a new topic for this also, but thought I would cross post, since this is the liver mets thread:
I am in the process of learning about histotripsy for possible liver mets treatment. My oncologist has told me something about the process, and I've read quite a bit also. It is not yet offered at all cancer centers (mine included), so it's sometimes necessary to go to a different clinic for the procedure. Has anybody here had any experience with this treatment? Have you had it yourself or do you know anyone else who has? I'm trying to gather as much information as I can, as I weigh my own options here for liver mets treatment. It is a new procedure and considered experimental in many ways. They are still gathering data and trying to decide who the best candidates for the procedure might be. It appears to do something of what ablation and Y-90 type treatments do, but it destroys the cancer cells with sound waves, so usually non-invasive. Like the other treatments, this too is not a cure, but something to knock the cancer back a bit. I would appreciate hearing about anyone's thoughts or experiences regarding this new treatment. Thanks much!
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@shanagirl - Thinking of you and just "dropping by" to say hi. Hope everything went well and that you are recuperating and relaxing. Hugs.
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
I believe this is true. When the miniscus tore off my knee i had to reduce my interval training due to pain. Within 5 months.my cancer had returned. I had my knee replaced. I still lift but I don't do as much interval work. Maybe it is time to change that. My guardant showed instill have a very small amount of cancer cells in my blood. I will have to rethink my workout program.
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
@chicagoan Really interesting. this is really advocating HIIT (like Japanese interval walking)—short bursts of intensity. I can get my heart rate up in Pilates, but I'm also trying to get some bicycling in. Good motivation. Guess I'd better get out for a walk tonight!
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
Exercise can be considered a first line treatment for breast cancer patients. https://wapo.st/47EINFQ
Re: how about drinking?
Good Morning, Loungettes! Happy Thirsty Thursday! Met up with the Wednesday, Women, and Wine group last evening, had a great time. My end of the table turned out to be all Dog Moms, and the stories flew fast and furious, along with pulling out phones and showing pictures. It looked almost exactly like the other end of the table, except that group was pulling out phone and pictures of grandbabies! The newest grandbaby in the group is a grand total of 1 week old.
Morning, Carole!
Happy Anniversary, Mirandra!
Morning, Minus!
Wally--I'm with you, it's worth spending a bit more for something you really like, and getting a batch to have at home is even better!
Karen--I never heard of Charlie Kirk until I saw his assassination on the news this ayem. I'm still SMH at the thought of someone being shot and killed while publicly speaking about gun violence. I hadn't heard about the Evergreen shooting. It's getting scary how often shootings are happening in schools. And I can still so clearly picture the patient and his room that I was in when I found out about the attack. I also remember how scary it was knowing there was a total grounding of all airplanes while hearing the big planes taking off from the nearby airport and knowing they were all military, from the Air National Guard Air Refueling Wing stationed there.
mOmmy--sounds like you've gotten a lot done for your cousin! Good for you!
The 9/11 Drink
Source: https://homedrinkmenu.com/drink-recipe/the-9-11
The 9/11 Ingredients
0.33 oz Jack Daniels
0.33 oz Southern Comfort
0.33 oz Jagermeister
The 9/11 Recipe
mix ingredients together
prepare glass
Source: https://homedrinkmenu.com/drink-recipe/the-9-11
