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  • simplelife4real
    simplelife4real Member Posts: 563
    edited April 2014

    Lilyrose, I'm doing better than I expected in the beginning with rads.  Today was #22 of 33.  I'm officially past the 2/3's mark!  So far, the only area of my skin that is pink/red is right around my clavicle.  I have two more full zaps this week and three more next week and then I'm on to boosts.  I'm feeling optimistic that this may not be too bad.  Thanks for asking.  How is AC going for you?  I think that was the hardest part of treatment for me.

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  • lilyrose53
    lilyrose53 Member Posts: 216
    edited April 2014

    Hi Simple!   (That sounds funny!)  I swear these chemo drugs plus all the other stuff they pump in me are making me loopy.  Just got home a little while ago from round two.  So now I can tell myself I'm halfway done!  I hope this is the hardest part of treatment.  I feel like crap most of the time - mostly headache and tired, but I also had a bad couple of days of nausea and the big D.  That didn't hit until day three, so my MO told me today to stay on the zofran an extra day or two this time.  Shedding hair like mad now so maybe tomorrow if I feel up to it,  I will have my friend buzz me.  

    Glad to hear that rads are going well for you!  I have heard so many say they had trouble with them.  I hope you continue to feel ok.  I think of all of you ladies every time I go for a procedure of some sort.  I feel like doctor appointments, ect. Have taken over my life!  But I know I'm not alone in this.

    Wishing you the best.

    Hugs,  lilyrose

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  • ksmatthews
    ksmatthews Member Posts: 812
    edited April 2014

    Hi ladies, I haven't been on the boards since early March.  So just wanted to pop in and say Hi.  

    I finally found out my headaches were caused from my bp being too high.  Dr. increased my meds, and that helped.  Thank you to KSteve for checking on me.  

    In March I hit my 3 year anniversary!  So happy!  I am doing great and just living life!

    Happy 5 year anniversary to Titan, LRM216, and whoever else reached this milestone.

    My thoughts and prayers to Bluebird and Catwhispurr and any others who need it.

    I love you ladies and this board was my hope and strength during cancer.

    I will try to not stay away for so long next time.

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  • Kruise
    Kruise Member Posts: 330
    edited April 2014

    Thinking of you both Fiercebluebird and Lookingforward (Marsha) and sending lots of positive vibes and prayers your way. 

    Another to add to your big pockets!

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  • jramick
    jramick Member Posts: 88
    edited April 2014

    In everyone's pocket! Ha! Marsha, the pains happened with me too.  The found arthritis from neck to knees!!! Radiologist determine arthritis from cancer on bone scans in that arthritis is symmetrical.   Cancer is asymmetrical.  Good luck and let us know!

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  • megomendy
    megomendy Member Posts: 141
    edited May 2014

    Good luck, Marsha. Will say a prayer for you, while I'm in your pocket. LOL

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  • slv58
    slv58 Member Posts: 1,216
    edited May 2014

    fierceblue and Marsha, hope your wearing really big pockets, move over girls I'm jumping in (after I twin myself with my superpowers)  thinking positive and sending prayers.

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  • KSteve
    KSteve Member Posts: 486
    edited May 2014

    ksmathews - good to "see" you and I'm happy to hear about the bp meds fixing the headaches. What a relief that must have been.

    Sending positive thoughts to everyone who is undergoing tests right now. It's always so scary. 

    Hugs to all,

    Kathy

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  • LRM216
    LRM216 Member Posts: 2,115
    edited May 2014

    Fiercebluebird and Marsha:  Hope you both have deep pockets, cause I'm jumping in too!  Wishing you both only good news - and while arthritis is no fun, I have plenty of it as well, it sure beats anything that begins with the letter "c".

    KS:  Thank you, and it's  wonderful news you brought us.  So glad to hear you are doing well.

    Sending healing thoughts to all that need them, and bright light to shine upon all of us.

    Hugs,

    Linda

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  • InspiredbyDolce
    InspiredbyDolce Member Posts: 1,181
    edited May 2014

    Hi everyone!  Kristine and Marsha just saw your posts.  Prayers for you both ... will be looking for a great update from each of you.  Much love and hugs.  

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  • tekwriter
    tekwriter Member Posts: 216
    edited May 2014

    Marsha and Fierce bluebird, in those pockets and praying.

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  • MaryFox
    MaryFox Member Posts: 121
    edited May 2014

    Thoughts and prayers for Marsha and Fierce.  

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  • Allydp
    Allydp Member Posts: 520
    edited May 2014

    Ban - I went over my path report and can't find anything pertaining to ki67 or SUV figures. I even asked my onc's PA and she didn't know either. Where exactly can I find these? 

    Placid - thank you so much for sharing that your doctors also recommended expanders during rads. This is very comforting. If you don't mind me asking, how did the reconstruction go for you? Did you have any complications? I have my first consult with my PS this Monday and am looking forward to hearing his plan. 

    KS - huge congratulations on your 3 years! 

    Marsha and Fierce - I am also in your pockets and sending you lots of love and prayers. 

    Hope everyone is having a peaceful week. Hugs.

    Alicia

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  • InspiredbyDolce
    InspiredbyDolce Member Posts: 1,181
    edited May 2014

    Two celebrations today:

    KSMatthews - Congrats on 3 years!

    Gorilla12 - Congrats on 10 years!     Everyone, she posted outside this thread as a new topic, so wanted to share the great news with you, and provide the link to her post:  https://community.breastcancer.org/forum/72/topic/820618?page=1#post_4002057   Her posted stats were:  TN 1.5cn. no node, AC, rads and surgery

          




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  • Allydp
    Allydp Member Posts: 520
    edited May 2014

    Ban - Inspired was kind enough to clue me in on the ki67 and SUV score. I did not have the ki67 test and am still working on the SUV score. I have a CD of my PET scan and will try to find the info there. 

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  • Lookingforward66
    Lookingforward66 Member Posts: 147
    edited May 2014

    All,

    Thank you all.  My pocket is very comforting. I know all you know the thoughts, feelings & nerves that go with this CRAP. 

    I love my iPhone. 

    Just got shot. Am now lose dose radio active, but not harmful to others. Got sprung until 2:30pm. So am wandering around Univ. Of Miami medical center in Miami. Weather great today. Slight breeze to cool us down. Am praying for arthritis. Was told any sprain, fracture or bone break this test will show - no matter how long ago. Was told they expect to be able to give MO results tomorrow afternoon. I hope I don't have to wait the weekend. 

    Keep you all posted & post as soon as I know results. I trying for Arthritis!!!

    Marsha. 

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  • InspiredbyDolce
    InspiredbyDolce Member Posts: 1,181
    edited May 2014

    Lookingforward/Marsha - I'm considering a new phone.  I have Droid Max Razr and don't like the boot time, takes about 1 m and 8 seconds -- and screen is a bit small. Which iPhone did you get?

    Also posting great news everyone!  I just got my results back from my annual MRI yesterday - all normal!  (I have the u/s annually and MRI annually, alternate at 6 month intervals).

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  • FierceBluebird
    FierceBluebird Member Posts: 758
    edited May 2014

    Hooray for good news and anniversaries!  And fingers/ toes crossed for Marsha.

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  • Cocker_Spaniel
    Cocker_Spaniel Member Posts: 1,204
    edited May 2014

    Sure glad it's Friday today.

    Here's a little laugh to start your weekend! Did you make it? <img class=" src="https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1.0-9/s526x395/1525397_744722052239026_1649271747_n.jpg" />

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  • Cocker_Spaniel
    Cocker_Spaniel Member Posts: 1,204
    edited May 2014

    Sorry ladies I just had to send you this one. LMAO

    M.J. Rose's photo.

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  • Allydp
    Allydp Member Posts: 520
    edited May 2014

    Inspired - that is wonderful, wonderful news! Congratulations! 

    Cocker - love that second photo! My cat looks like that little guy! 

    Ban - I'm sorry, but the CD requires a program I don't have to view it. I'm sorry I can't be of any help!

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  • InspiredbyDolce
    InspiredbyDolce Member Posts: 1,181
    edited May 2014

    LOL - I also enjoyed Cocker's second photo - too cute!

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  • Stupidboob
    Stupidboob Member Posts: 345
    edited May 2014

    just sharing:

    Peach Compounds Slow Breast Cancer Growth by 53% in Vivo: A new study has just shown that polyphenols from peaches (Rich Lady variety) slowed the growth of aggressive, metastatic breast cancer in mice by 53% after 25 days. The natural peach compounds also potently decreased a key marker of cancer metastasis, thus showing great potential to stop the breast cancer from spreading. But what is most fa...scinating about this study is that the dosage that achieved this effect was small - equivalent to an adult woman eating just 2-3 peaches daily. Do peaches have a benefit for women in the real world? Yes. The Nurse’s Health Study on over 75,000 women recently found that women eating at least two servings of peaches or nectarines weekly had 41% less risk of ER- breast cancer. The researchers in both these studies considered that the chlorogenic acid found in peaches was one of the key anticancer compounds which produced the observed benefits (peaches that go brown the quickest and darkest have the most chlorogenic acid). As a side-benefit, chlorogenic acid has been shown to help with weight loss in some studies. As always, a varied diet rich in organic vegetables, fruit and whole foods is the foundation of good health. But as the latest research uncovers new superfoods against cancer, it may be a good idea to add them to our regular diets for that extra level of protection.
    http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24745759
    #BreastCancer #Peaches #Coffee

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  • simplelife4real
    simplelife4real Member Posts: 563
    edited May 2014

    Thanks for the info Stupidboob...I  love peaches!

    Inspired....whoo hoo on the good results!

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  • InspiredbyDolce
    InspiredbyDolce Member Posts: 1,181
    edited May 2014

    Sadie, thank you for that link! I have a grocery trip scheduled for today to pick up fruit and will pick up some peaches. There is another lady on the UK forums that speaks highly of apricot seeds.  I believe they also contain polyphenolics.  FYI:  peaches are on the EWG's (Environmental Working Group) dirty dozen list, so wash very well or buy organic.  Also, a natural way to clean veggies and fruits is by using a solution of apple cider vinegar and water.  

    Environmental Working Group Website

    This reminds me of an article I read a couple of years ago about blueberries being a triple threat against triple negative breast cancer, and it was one of the reasons I started adding it to my daily kale drink.  Here is one site that talks about the information and a video clip with the researchers discussing it :  http://www.wildblueberryhealthblog.com/2011/09/ne..  .

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  • Meadow
    Meadow Member Posts: 2,007
    edited May 2014

    Happy Happy for you Dolce

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  • slv58
    slv58 Member Posts: 1,216
    edited May 2014

    yahoo Debra, congratulations!! 

    Waiting to hear how everyone is doing-hugs to all.

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  • Lookingforward66
    Lookingforward66 Member Posts: 147
    edited May 2014

    Back home. Feeling positive. Doctor came by during test. Said should have info tomorrow. I told him I looking for arthritis. He said he would try his best. Nerdy

    Fierce, praying for you & was thinking about you today too!!

    Debra, congrats on your results. 

    I have iPhone 5s. Have had iPhones since they came out.  I have never had a problem. I always get the largest gegabyte model (currently 64) as I put music & pictures on it. During test I had music playing to relax me. It does help. I had meditation tones playing. 

    Thank you Stupidboob for the continuing support today. You are a GEM. 

    Cocker I love your photos (both) I have know those bad weeks. Hope next week is better. 

    Thank you all for being in my pocket. I thought about us all & our support for each other during the testing. It makes it easier to know we ban together in support & prayers. 

    May today be the start of good days for us all!!

    Marsha

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  • placid44
    placid44 Member Posts: 497
    edited May 2014

    Ally,

    So far, I am happy with my reconstruction. I couldn't go very large since drs. wanted rads to start not too long after BMX, ie the expansions had to happen over a limited number of weeks. But I didn't want to go big anyway.

    I haven't had any complications. My exchange was late last November. The ps said capsular contracture (sp) is possible at any time, even years later, but is less likely with the third generation implants that are used today.

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  • CatWhispurrer
    CatWhispurrer Member Posts: 263
    edited May 2014

    Whoo hoo Inspired!  Dancing that your annual was NED.

    Sadie - thanks for the peach info.  I love peaches and have a peach tree that I planted a couple of years ago (when it was tiny).  It is now about 6 foot and has 2 peaches on it!  Hopefully, it will continue to give more each year.

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