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  • Trvler
    Trvler Member Posts: 3,159
    edited February 2016

    PB: Glad you made it ok.

    That was great advice, Karen.

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  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 4,693
    edited February 2016

    PB- glad you got that out of the way!

    I started in Arimidex/Anastrazole about two weeks ago. So far it seems I am tolerating ok. But I think it will take months before I really know. So far just some additional creaking of the bones. If it stayed like this I could probably live with it. Hopeful.

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  • pboi
    pboi Member Posts: 663
    edited February 2016

    Katy...so glad to hear you are tolerating it ok, and hoping it stays that way! I've been on almost 7 months now, was good at first but in the last month joints in various places ache now and then, annoying but very tolerable.

    PB

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  • KBeee
    KBeee Member Posts: 5,109
    edited February 2016

    PB, Glad you're home nad that it's done. Hoping the infusion makes those bones strong. When I had my Dexa scan, I had mixed feelings. Part of me wanted it to come back osteopenic so that I could get an infusion because I know it's shown to help prevent bone mets. On the other hand, because of my job and activities I did not wan tweak bones. Mine came back just in the normal range, but definitely the low, low range of normal. What kind of side effects do the meds have? Hoping any bad effects pass quickly.

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  • pboi
    pboi Member Posts: 663
    edited February 2016

    Karen...the most concerning side effect is osteonecrosis of the jaw, but it's quite rare, especially at the dosage given for osteoporosis. Other than that, the first infusion frequently causes fatigue, dizziness, fever/chills, muscle/joint aches/pains for 2-3 days. In the big scheme of things that's a small price to pay for what the med is supposed to do, but right now it's rather unsettling sitting here waiting for the flu-like symptoms to come...well at least it's just a few days. Hope to be feeling back to somewhat normal by the weekend!

    PB

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  • avmom
    avmom Member Posts: 324
    edited February 2016

    (((((Theresa)))))

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  • eheinrich
    eheinrich Member Posts: 792
    edited February 2016

    I have an appointment next Tuesday in the general surgery dept to look at my boob. I'm also going to have them look at the thing on my neck. I'm so over it.

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  • DavisD
    DavisD Member Posts: 338
    edited February 2016

    Oh Eileen..hoping for a positive outcome. I went through this recently on the recurrence/mx side. fortunately it was fat necrosis but wouldn't have know without an US.

    Theresa-I can't express how badly I feel for you and your family. You are an inspiration to many of us and I'm sure your family...So glad you daughter's there with you. Sending my version of a prayer x100

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  • eheinrich
    eheinrich Member Posts: 792
    edited February 2016

    DD - it's the other side. :(

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  • Italychick
    Italychick Member Posts: 2,343
    edited February 2016

    cried off and on all day. Flying there on Friday, this is surreal, can't believe it is happening. And grandson has 104 temperature on medication. I don't even know what to say right now

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  • neverthought
    neverthought Member Posts: 90
    edited February 2016

    Sharon I am so sorry that you are leaving your lovely home. Hoping you find a place that makes you happy.

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  • neverthought
    neverthought Member Posts: 90
    edited February 2016

    Theresa, I am so sorry to hear about your ex. Thinking of you.

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  • neverthought
    neverthought Member Posts: 90
    edited February 2016

    Katy, that is a great article and lovely photo!

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  • KBeee
    KBeee Member Posts: 5,109
    edited February 2016

    It's been s tough week for Donny. Can we just have a big group hug????? I think we all need it.

    (((Hug))) to you all

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  • SpecialK
    SpecialK Member Posts: 16,486
    edited February 2016

    Sorry to see a number of you with crises and sadness - sending you all strength and a hug.

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  • Trvler
    Trvler Member Posts: 3,159
    edited February 2016

    Eileen and Theresa: I am thinking about you today.

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  • ThePrincess
    ThePrincess Member Posts: 424
    edited February 2016

    hugs, Eileen and Theresa.

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  • eheinrich
    eheinrich Member Posts: 792
    edited February 2016

    Thanks ladies. I'm trying to focus and stay off the ledge.

    Theresa - sending so much healing energy your way.


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  • avmom
    avmom Member Posts: 324
    edited February 2016

    Eileen, that sounds smart. I haven't been able to keep up much lately, but you stay away from that ledge!

    Thinking of you and Theresa today.

    Hugs to all.

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  • Italychick
    Italychick Member Posts: 2,343
    edited February 2016

    Hugs to all. Flying to St. Louis tomorrow morning, then 2 hour drive to Southern Illinois for visitation and funeral in Sunday and Monday. Coroner report came back saying one artery 100% blocked and other one 80% blocked. He had every test, angiogram done known to man, and the doctors all said no blockages. Unbelievable

    Eileen, when are you getting checked? I'm thinking about you.

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  • eheinrich
    eheinrich Member Posts: 792
    edited February 2016

    I go in on Tuesday after work.

    Sharon, I've been thinking about you and your house. Even though it wasn't a choice for me to stay in the house Alan & I lived in, I feel like starting fresh in a place that was mine & held no emotional baggage was really good for me. Sad to move away from somewhere you've put so much into but starting anew is good. xo

    Theresa ((hugs))

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  • Lovemylab
    Lovemylab Member Posts: 80
    edited February 2016

    Hugs to everyone going through hard times. I am hanging in there. Mostly work sleep repeat. My sisters are on my case to cut back or quit. Work is a good distraction right now. I think I need it. Thinking of you all and hoping for better days ahead for all of us!

    Mo

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  • slothabouttown
    slothabouttown Member Posts: 449
    edited February 2016

    Eileen, Theresa, Sharon,

    I'm thinking of you and sending you strength to help maneuver through these uncertain times. So sorry for all you're going through, glad you're keeping in touch here.

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  • Meme117
    Meme117 Member Posts: 194
    edited February 2016

    So sorry for your loss Theresa. Big hugs to you and your kids. Life really sucks sometimes!

    Sharon I'm so sorry you're moving. I do agree that dreams change as life changes. My hope is you'll find a new place of healing and serenity for your new beginning.

    E - don't let your mind get the best of you, my hopes and prayers are that its nothing to worry about. Big big hugs and big glass of wine!

    DD there are women in my local group who have talked about the Mona Lisa, a doctor came to one on the recent support meetings. There is an expert in Philadelphia, I'll try to find the info for you.

    I came home from Florida to frigid weather and swear the coughing child behind me on the plane gave me the flu. I've been sick for the week but managed to go celebrate my cancerversary, going to pick up report today of course no doctor has called yet so hopefully that's good news.

    Thinking of you all with thoughts of love and joy!

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  • Trvler
    Trvler Member Posts: 3,159
    edited February 2016

    Theresa: I am so sorry. That completely sucks.

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  • DavisD
    DavisD Member Posts: 338
    edited February 2016

    Sending my sympathy and strength Theresa.

    Karen-Sending you my share of the big group hug!

    Maryellen-I'd appreciate getting the ML info. Philadelphia wouldn't be that far if it's someone reputable. Checking out a couple docs around here. Just wished insurance was on board. I think back to when I had laser surgery for my eyes in 1995 or so...insurance wasn't covering it and now it's pretty standard. Maybe if I can just wait awhile..

    I'm going with the big glass of wine idea! Challenging week for all I think.


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  • neverthought
    neverthought Member Posts: 90
    edited February 2016

    Big hugs to everyone today.

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  • Trvler
    Trvler Member Posts: 3,159
    edited February 2016

    Theresa, I am thinking about you today.

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  • Italychick
    Italychick Member Posts: 2,343
    edited February 2016

    Today was a big walk down memory lane. Spent time with my ex husbands family, then went and visited the cabin at our city lake and all the places Donnie and I took our kids when we lived here. Been an overwhelming emotional day. Visitation tomorrow at the funeral home.

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  • eheinrich
    eheinrich Member Posts: 792
    edited February 2016

    T I am sending huge bear hugs your way. xo

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