CALLING ALL STAGE I SISTERS
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Thanks Carolinachick! I'm still relying on list-making to help with the chemo brain. Lucky for me much of what I do at work is like second nature since I've been an admin asst here for 20 yrs.
I agree with you--you defnitely have to keep on top of the anti-nausea/vomiting drugs. If you forget to take them first thing in the morning, you may experience problems. I put Post-its on mine so I would remember.
Forgot to mention that I also had back spasms from the chemo--I think this is a rather uncommon side effect though. Ibuprofen helped.
I am going to check Walgreen's for the Viactiv.
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Just picked up some KAL brand D3 -- tiny chewable peppermint tab.
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HannahbearsMom:
My first fill was Nov. 24, tomorrow will be my 2nd. PS said that should be it for the fills, wait awhile and then that should be it. I will definitely know more by tomorrow at this time. I thank you for responding.
Did I read correctly somewhere that the nipple surgery is another surgery after implant???'
I think I might be the oldest gal on this site? (60 years) Do I belong elsewhere???
Ladies, please all have a comfortable evening.
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I think you belong right here, Ronna!
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Hugs and prayers Kelley on your exchange surgery! I'll be thinkin of ya all day
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Ronna, age is not a factor here. We are all Stage 1 Sisters.
Sending out best wishes for you, Kelly. You'll come through just fine!
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((((((KAK)))))
Yes ronqt1 you belong here, I just turned 58 in Oct.
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Ronna yes yes yes yes yes you belong here. I turned 58 in May.
Kelley...Ill be thinking of you also my sister.
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Hi ladies,
Glad to see some of the newcomers, and no age is not a factor, much like BC it does not discriminate
I am 37 years old but at times feel like my body has been through the ringer!Have a good night everyone, now I know I need to talk to the dr and find out about this Vit D3...
Good luck to ladies with reconstruction!
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Gina, Good to hear your feeling better! I had a couple beer also over the weekend! Makes me feel somewhat back to normal.
I sure hope everything heals well. Good to see you on here again!! ~Mona
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I was wondering if my GP would say yes to Vitamin D test.
Why Not Right?
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My onc was the one who has been testing me every six months, but I went to my GP in early Oct., and she wanted to know about my D level. So some GPs may be onboard with the D test.
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None of my Dr tested me for it. If the oncologist did I don't know nothing about it.
I go to my GP every 3 months for lipid levels and he always mails me the results.
I looked it doesn't say anything about D levels. I see My Oncologist in the beginning of March.
Probably that will be the last 4 months check up since Ill be a month short of 5 years.
Meece.. You already passed that stage. Do they do any extra test or they tell you see you in 1 year. Thats making me little nervous, I wish he would still see me every 6 months.
Any info will be appreciated.
Sheila
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Hi ladies,
This is my first post here. I had my Bilateral Mast. on November 24th. Spend 4 days in the hospital. I had two different cancers and the Dr's needed to do the Mast. and get the pathology report before deciding on the course of action.
The Cancers were only in my Right breast but decided to have them both removed. I could not have one breast and if I do reconstruction on real and one fake. Something impossible for me.
My youngest son 15(home schooled) has taken very good care of me these past 2 weeks.
I had what I thought was a scab scratching my under arm. I asked my son to pull it off. It happened to be a stitch and he pulled about an inch of it out, I had him cut it off. Now my left scar is pulled, tight and is very painful. Hubby made me call the DR to make sure it was ok.
Dr. says if it gets redder or doesn't get any better to call him on Thursday.
Has anyone else had this problem. He told to to take a hot bath and soak it(which is what I did in the morning before I even called him.
Nice to have "met" you all~
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I love your screen name me just me.I didn't have any problems but glad you are here. We have our little Medical Community here. I'm still learning about certain things after all these years. your son must be very strong usually at that age they don't even want to look at scars.
I hope you continue to post.
Sheila
Edited to correct spelling
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Thank you!! Glad to be with you even if it is for this horrible disease.
My oldest son(21) does not like to see the scars and he hates needles and hospitals. I think he is having a hard time dealing with this. I hope he starts to open up and let me know what he is thinking and how he feels.
My youngest son, is totally opposite. He give me hugs and kisses, brings me food or does whatever I can't. He is a true blessing. He actually feels really bad that he pulled the stitch(which I asked him to) and now I am in pain. I hope he retains his loving and caring ways!
Thanks for posting to me. I appreciate it greatly~
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I have 2 adult daughters. My older one was 27 was I was DX. She cant also handle hospitals, doctors . She couldn't even look at my port. But I know she loves me and cares for me.
I only mention it every 4 months when I go to blood work that the result was okay.
Have a Good Night
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My younger two boys were at home when I was going through my tx. We had all sorts of jokes about it and my wig aka "Cousin It". (I hung it on the back of a dining chair when I got home from work, and put my sunglasses on the back of it, thus the name.) When #1 Son came home, it totally freaked him out. He just couldn't see anything funny at all, and hated our jokes.
Seyla,
My onc told me that I could go to annual visits because I live quite a distance, but if I'd feel more comfortable I could keep my every six month schedule. I opted for that, and she is fine with it.
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Meece.....My daughters were also living home at that time. I couldn't even use the word cancer.
The younger one who was graduating 1 month after DX she is different until today I can talk to her about the illness. God Bless them all. they just have different personalities.
Good Morning everyone
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mejustme09
I had two different cancers in my right breast also.
Going for the BMX was the best thing!
Pathology showed DCIS in the left too.
Still waiting on the oncyotype dx numbers to come back before making more decisions.
This is the place for info!
Kimberly
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Welcome mejustme and Ronna! My son is 10 and was a huge help to me this summer while I was going thru chemo. It was the first time since he started school that we have had a summer off together because I work full time and he usually goes to summer day camp. We didn't use the word cancer for the first week or two after I was diagnosed. I just told him that I needed surgery and that they were going to remove my breasts. He (of course) asked why, and then we explained. He took it really well. We joke about my baldness and my weird shape (since I haven't had the reconstruction yet) when I don't wear the breast forms. I guess it is better to laugh than to cry, right?
Having a bad day today--just so tired of how I look and nothing I can do about it right now. Sick of wearing a wig, but the scarves seem worse because they call more attention to my "condition." I've definitely gained weight and now the holidays are coming. Just feeling like poor me, today. Boo.
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It 's really nice to hear about how supportive your children have been throughout. My daughter just turned 10. Up until recently, I thought that she was doing very well. My husband and I have really tried to keep the lines of communication open with her(on her level). After my BLM in Sept she seemed fine but since my ooph/hyster last week, she has been much more tearful and says she is afraid to hug me or that she might hurt me. She is also dealing with my husband having to leave next month for several months of training for Air Force Reserves. I guess her world is being turned upside down(mine too). I know that we will get through all this and be closer and stronger but sometimes it is hard to focus on the end result.
Susu1976: I'm sorry you are having a down day today. I'll be thinking about you. Take it easy and do something special for yourself.
Thanks for listening everyone. TCK
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Hannahbearsmom: I've already cried twice today, so I need to pull it together. Taking my son to the dentist in a little while. Maybe I'll shop a little bit while we're out. Retail therapy, right? LOL Thanks for the kind words!0
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Susu and Hannahbearsmom - Thinking of you both today. Please know that you are surrounded by a group of amazing women who have gone through this before you and are here to coach you through this. Feel free to vent and cry anytime. We all have those days. Hugs to the both of you!
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Susu--I LOVE retail therapy! It's the best!
Mejustme--I know lots of homeschool kids, and they are the best! I am so glad your son is giving you lots of kisses and taking care of you. We see our kids go through dealing with BC, but it is nice when we see how they can pour out such love for the mommies!
Hugs to Hannabearsmom!!!!!! I echo carolinachick. We're here for you!
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Okay, I don't know if it is just me, but when I check "My Home" to see the new posts, and I see "CALLING ALL STAGE I SISTERS" at the top of my list, I feel like there must be something important being announced. Like the "Bat light" above Gotham. That title makes me HAVE to come by and see what is happening!
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Hello musiclovermom. You are right, there is full of info here. Welcome.
susu...little shopping its a good idea, at least you take a break from thinking.
Meece......Aren't you glad you came to visit? Yes I was announcing that I lost 6 pounds all together. Did Santa Clause deliver from Best Buy yet........
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Susu, So sorry you are feeling down. Last week I was feeling very much the same way! Logging on here really helped! I know it sucks right now. No matter what you do it just seems like you can't feel better (about how you look). I just stopped wearing my wig recently. I still hate it, but I am feeling more comfortable than I thought. Anyway, I just wanted to say that you aren't alone, even though it seems like no one understands. Vent Girl!! Get it out!
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Welcome Newbies,
I guess I'm an oldie, I have been dancing with NED for almost 3 yrs.
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