Hi, I was diagnosed 2 yrs. ago when my daughter was 14 ,and my son was a little over a yr. We told my daughter before I went for surgery. We explained my diagnosis as truthfully , and honestly with...
Blondy, I have'nt been to this board in a couple of months, but seen your post and wanted to give you some encouragement. When I was dxed last yr.(her2+++ also) I felt just like you. All the...
Vicky, I will be praying that radiation is the answer and will give you relief soon. Like Ellen said take it easy and let those boys take care of you. Hugs- Michelle...
Cathi- I'am so sorry to hear about your cat. My Gizmo went to kitty heaven in July as I was going through chemo. Poor thing had breast cancer too. I swore I would never get another, but ending up...
Katt, My hair started to grow back during my taxol treatments. I finished Aug. 4. I used to have long hair, so I still feel funny to go out with it short. Also, it came in blonde(my color prior to...
Thanks ladies- I did start the tamoxifen yesterday. I knew I needed to take it, but just kept stalling. Deb, your right its the whole starting a new tx thing. When your first dxed your waiting for...
I was supposed to start tamoxifen this past Sat., but still can not bring myself to it. My onc. has already let me wait three extra weeks, because I'm also on herceptin.I really don't know why I...
Brnadebt, My thoughts are a little late, but hope your hubbys feeling a little better. Remember not to do too much, believe me it will be there waiting again tommorrow. Best wishes Michelle...
Vicky, Sorry to hear your going through this again. Lets hope this pain is partly due to stress. Praying for good mri results, and that this chemo will do the trick. Hugs, Michelle...
Jackie, Sorry to hear your going through this again. Would you like some new dew rags? I always sew double when I do them, and have some xtra's . Email me if your interested. ((Hugs))Michelle...
Ladies, I just finished taxol in July. I did have a slight problem, but not much. Always use gloves when cleaning, and keep your lotion on your hands and feet. You can lose nails up to 3 months after...
Okay, I was feeling kind of mean calling him Diablo(aka devil) , but he really is one. I loved the name Chaos(now why didn't I think of that?). In the end we'll just keep his name . My two yr. old...
Kathy, Let's pray that they are just being extra precautious because of the family history. I worry about my sisters now , and I know my baby sister is terrified. Judy ((hugs)) hope all is well now....
Gail , Praying all is well with Jacob. Asthma can be such a scary thing. Let us know how he's doing. Michelle...
Luci, Sorry you have to have another procedure, but glad to hear you found a good surgeon. Im finding it so true that BC is the gift that keeps on giving.I have decided its not for the sissy's-LOL....
He needs a name today. I chose diablo, but did not know that means devil in spanish. Anyone have any good names? This is the first time I can not come up with a name for a pet. Hope everyone is...
Susie, Sometime's I wonder if these doctors know how stressful the wait can be. Go ahead and vent many of us have been in the same situation. Maybe if you keep calling they will eventually squeeze...
Grace, Welcome to the boards. Although I hope you get a B-9 result. Best wishes Michelle...
Jaylow, Sorry to hear of your dx. , but wanted to welcome you to the group. My son was a yr. old when I was diagnosed in March of this yr. so I can not really help with the side effects of cytoxan...
Lori- Hope all went well with your showing- and positive thoughts on a great weekend get a way. Michelle...
Kathy, Wonderful! Can't wait for my first yr. anniversary. Hope you had big plans , and enjoyed the day. Best wishes Michelle...
Tammy, I'am almost 3 months out, and still have chemo brain too. Its very frustrating, and anyone who knows me will tell you I could hold it all together before. During chemo it got so bad I would go...
I know this is off topic, but I have a decision to make and wonder what the rest of you think. I have recently decided to apply to be licensed for in home daycare. I just finished rads yesterday....
Tammy, I got the blonde fuzzies too. I've heard that they will disappear in time. Lets hope so. Michelle...
Literally, my breast is on fire. So , why am I smiling??? Two more boosts, and Im done with rads.Woo-hoo! /community/emoticons/yeah.gif Hope everyone is well, Michelle...
Carol, The other ladies have given you great advice. Im sorry you had to come here, but it does get better. I was terrified when I started chemo in April, but found it to be so much easier than I...
Skeeter, First of all I want to commend you on having the courage to go without your wig. My hair is just under an inch, and Im preparing myself for the same. I have not been out in public even once...
Katy, Congradulations on taking the first step. You will have a great advantage over others in the field. Michelle...
Bernadette, I also waited to shave my head, but you will get to a point where it actually kind of hurts. After you shave it that will go away in about 24 hrs. I found it much easier to face once it...
Just want to wish both of you well.I'll be asking questions soon-so take notes-LOL. Best wishes, Michelle...
Darla, What does this test do? Does it monitor whether or not herceptin is working? Thanks, Michelle...
Mk- Glad to hear your report went so well! Now make DH take you out for some fun. Best wishes Michelle...
Ok, before I race to conclusions-I would like to know what you ladies think. I had an MRI done two weeks ago on my spine. I have waited patiently for the results. So , yesterday I finally called. Now...
Thanks ladies- I guess I should explain the hour and a half is round trip, but I Hate going to the doctors now.It sounds like everyone did well during rads, so I hope to also. Michelle...
Cathy, Everyone truly does respond to chemo differently. I was not able to drive myself during AC-but did very well on taxol/herceptin. I felt pretty fatigued the first couple of days after AC, and...
Big sigh of relief- the new lump was benign. The path report reads fatty necrosis macrophages(white blood cells) and granular mitosis inflamation.So, now I can finally start rads.Yay! Im getting to...
Bev- Congradulations! When do you move in?Hope your hubby feels better soon. Michelle...
Molly, I don't have an answer for you. I just want to send positive vibes for b-9 results. Best wishes Michelle...
ICU RN Wanted to welcome you, but sorry you have to be here.I was diagnosed with IDC 6 months ago. Emotionally I was a train wreck, but somehow managed to move toward the light at the end of the...
Congratulations! Can't wait to find out if its a boy or girl. Sarah must be so excited! Best wishes Michelle...
Brnadbt, The other ladies gave you some good advice.Do not skip meals, but eat light.I prefer to wear my wig in public. Like Lori said I want to feel as normal as possible. At home and in the yard I...
Angela, I will be praying for Francis today. Michelle...
I go next Monday for U. S. guided biopsy. The surgeon says it s the best idea because after radiation, my surgery choices would be limited. Im praying and reassuring myself this will be scar tissue....
Mia- Hopeing to hear all is well. Michelle...
Annette, It seems like my daughter was just six last year, but she is already 15. I can truly tell you from ages 3-8 are some of the sweetest memories.They are suddenly becoming thier own...
Mia- I think if you call your surgeon , and tell him your symptoms he will get you in right away.Lets hope its just something minor. Michelle...
Lori- Im doing radiation at Novi Providence. Its a little closer than U of M for me, and my mom can watch my two yr. old.Its still a 30 min drive from where I'am though. I also have to add on another...
Thanks ladies-tried to post yesterday, but could'nt. I finally got a hold of my onc. nurse yesterday, and she told me she is confident this is scar tissue. I explained to her while that was what I...
Vicky, Sorry to hear about this setback, but sounds like your onc. is really on top of things.Praying that the taxol will do its job even better than before. hugs, Michelle...
Today was my first appt. with the radiologist onc., finished chemo last Thursday.For two months I have questioned my onc. about a lump at my lumpectomy site, and he has told me it is proably scar...