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I would appreciate hearing thoughts on the pros and cons for getting psychological help for Breast C
Spouse was diagnosed of Stage IA invasive breast cancer. Had lumpectomy and radiation therapy late last year. Recently been told to have Dilation and Curettage (D&C) diagnostic procedure as her doctor suspects malignant growths in uterus and ovaries. She’s been very strong in the midst of all these but I want to help her…
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Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
After 2 Hospitalizations receiving Chemo, the Leukemia returned. Now he has received a Bone Marrow Transplant.
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Cant Find Actual Diagnosis
I was diagnosed with Zolinger Ellison Syndrome with MEN1 and I am not able to put my diagnosis in?
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Renal Cell Carcinoma
I learned something yesterday from my Oncologist. We were discussing my newly diagnosed lung cancer and biopsy results. It is now suggested that if you have a mammogram almost due and are hoping to get an appointment soon for your vaccine, the priority should be the mammo. I'll explain. My biopsy was done 6 days after…
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Pap smear
I had bi lat mastectomy and hysterectomy. Dr. Told me to check yearly. I moved and the new gyno said i only need every 2 years. I had bad cells and a growth removed as well as hysterectomy. On tamoxifen 9 years. Any thoughts?
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Today, March 4th 2021, I celebrated my seven ...
Today, March 4th 2021, I celebrated my seven year cancerversary. Seven years ago was my final chemo treatment. The staff at the cancer clinic , I, and my husband celebrated with a big cake and was presented with a certificate of completion. I know how blessed I am to still be NED all these years later.
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background activity on PET Scan
what does " examination demonstrates only background activity" on a PET Scan mean?
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will air get in my system with bronchoscopy?
is it safe to have a bronchoscopy
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Clinical Trial | targeted therapy
Cleared up cancer in my lungs, but not in my pelvic region
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Radiation | Internal radiation
Fatigue, flare up of pain in the targeted area, minimal nausea
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Side Effects | Fatigue (tiredness)
Dizziness, chemo brain, loss of appetite, mobility issues
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Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
My chemo session left me fatigued, dizzy, loss of appetite
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Oh No | 1.6cm lung nodule eradicated w/SBRT Radiation BUT ~
...... as is the way these things go!!!!! Rats! 1.6cm lung nodule eradicated w/SBRT Radiation BUT ~ my last 6 month (feb'2021) PET/CT scan indicated a 9mm 'hotspot' located in the same general area (right neck) midway between the jawbone & collarbone. Radiologist said we do a 3 month PET?CT scan and see if any change. If…
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Chemo and existing nerve pain
Hi - I've been here before asking/sharing about my best friend who was diagnosed with breast cancer a few years ago and is now terminal with the cancer spread elsewhere. Today I'm here to ask about my mom, who was recently diagnosed with endometrial cancer. My mom has existing very severe nerve pain that a nerve stimulator…
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Procedure or Surgery | Double Mastectomy
No reconstruction, aesthetic flat closure
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Side Effects | Chemo brain
And diarrhea and pain And peeling from what looked like a massive burn
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Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
Chemo changed by new medical oncologist. New chemo Xeloda 14 days one 7 days off for 6 months
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Drug or Chemo Therapy | Chemotherapy
I was started on Gemzar. I had two infusions before I decided to change oncologists because I wasn't happy with the first oncologist who was very wishy washy
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Procedure or Surgery | Biopsy
While in procedure for biopsy, I had got pleural effusions and pneumothorax which kept me in the hospital for 3 days. It was supposed to be an outpatient procedure!
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Er leads. Has anyone been on this
Er leads. Has anyone been on this
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Side effects of Braftovi/mektovi
Husband just starting this. What can we expect
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Oh No | Just Diagnosed
Feeling overwhelmed and scared
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Biopsy done.
As scheduled, my daughter brought me to the hospital for the dreaded biopsy. I've just been so nervous about it. I was settled in at 10am as scheduled and for the next two hours I was questioned by several, prodded by many You all know the drill. Blood work, IV, ECG, etc. The doctor was impressed that I brought him the CD…
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Procedure or Surgery | Lumpectomy
Had a seroma and wound is still open and healing
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Has anyone been in contact with Donna Pierce?
Hi! Just wanted to know how Donna is doing.
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Changing Course
I recently learned that a friend's mother apparently has small cell lung cancer. She (the mother) is in the middle of chemotherapy now, so I don't want to rock the boat too much. My friend has told me she is not all that sure about the oncologist and really wants her mother to get a second opinion or find a new oncologist.…
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Thankful Thursday, Yay!
I am initiating Thankful Thursday this week because I may possibly be the most thankful this week. Yesterday I had my oncology app. and I AM FINE! Some of you may have seen my previous questions and concern about possible Lymphedema and pain in my shoulder? Truth is, it had subsided by yesterday, but still...? Once you…
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Drug or Chemo Therapy | Other
I just started treatment with keytruda
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Celebration | Remission
First Mammogram after treatments were all completed showed cancer free
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Thankful Thursday
Hi, everyone! It seems like its been a while since we did a Thankful Thursday post. I'm thankful for two things that happened over the last week. On Thursday of last week my husband got his first dose of the vaccine. On Monday I had my annual breast MRI and found out today that the results are all good. What are you…
