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  • badger
    badger Member Posts: 34,614
    edited July 2010

    Hi all - quick shout out and {{hugs}} to my March sisters! 

    Stacey & Marilyn - I also have some residual ankle edema.  Annoying isn't it? 

    Congrats Charley and good luck Lisa with tests next week!

    I've been on tamox two weeks now and no extraordinary symptoms.  Maybe a little crankier but that could be the hot humid rainy weather.  Or maybe people really are more annoying than usual LOL.  Still having hot flashes but I'd been having them last fall before BC diagnosis.  Night sweats are diminishing thank G*d.  Got the start of nubs on my legs that I will let grow for a while, not looking forward to shaving all that terrain again!  :-)

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  • frosty1
    frosty1 Member Posts: 420
    edited July 2010

    Stacey -- I too had swelling in my ankles and was feeling very short of breath right before my last TCH.  Doctor said okay, I'm now concerned and dropped the Taxotere from my last TCH and sent me for an ultrasound and an echo.  US was clear.  And it was amazing that I almost immediately felt the difference from getting the Taxotere out of my body.  The shortness of breath went away in a week.  My echo was also 3 weeks later and it came back with my heart being stronger than when I started TCH.  go figure.  So holding good thoughts that yours comes back with positive news!

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  • hmh23
    hmh23 Member Posts: 306
    edited July 2010

    Today I hit the halfway mark of my Taxol cycle....HOORAY!!!  However during my exam with my onc, I asked him about having a prophylatic mastectomy of my other breast which was recommended by my surgical onc.  He said he wouldn't recommend it.  SO, now I have opposite opinions from two TOP oncs and really don't know what to do.  Any and all advice needed!!!

    Thx Heather

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  • Charley
    Charley Member Posts: 255
    edited July 2010

    Heather - Why would you consider it? Just wondering.  I had a prophylactic mastectomy done on my healthy breast because of extensive family history although I don't carry the gene. It was a difficult decision because it was healthy tissue I was removing and now I have no sensation in my breasts at all. Based on the fact that I did not have the gene I should not been at higher risk for reoccurrence but I could not get past the family history. Is it more prevalent for ILC to reoccur up in the opposite breast? And if so, what are the odds that it will? I would definitely want to know that before proceeding.

    Both my surgeon and onc agreed that BMX was what they recommended although I don't know that I wouldn't have gotten a completely different answer from another respected dr. In the end, it will be up to you ... not always an easy choice.

    Sorry I probably wasn't much help.

    Hugs, Charley

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  • hmh23
    hmh23 Member Posts: 306
    edited July 2010

    Thank you, Charley.  My surgical onc told me that ILC has a 30% of recurrence in the other breast.  Right now, my right breast is healthy and I won't have to make the decision for another 6-9 months but my onc's response has sort of thrown me into a tailspin.  I was expecting him to agree with my other onc and he caught me off guard. 

    I'm thinking of getting another opinion after Christmas.  I'll be done with my rads in early November and I think I just want to put everything out of my mind for a while.

    How is your hair...eyebrows....eyelashes? 

    Fondly, Heather

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  • Yeshua4Me
    Yeshua4Me Member Posts: 77
    edited July 2010

    Heather: I opted for removal of both breasts although only one was cancerous. My situation is a bit different than yours~I tested positive for the BRACA gene so I had an 87% chance of getting cancer in the future in the healthy breast. I'm glad I chose to have it removed because after surgery my surgeon told me the healthy breast had several "amorality's" which would have turned cancerous within a couple years and I would be doing this all over again! I know I made the right choice. I also had them remove my ovaries at the same time.

    Saw my oncologist today after my chemo. He is very happy with my results. My markers are at 19 which is very good, my lymph nodes were clean during surgery which is also very good (only 1 removed), my margins were clean which is another good sign. He told me no more mammograms (both breasts have been removed and rebuilt) but for me to check my armpits on occasion for lumps but he said my cancer should not come back. I got tears in my eyes and said, "so it is guaranteed that this is over? No more cancer?" and he said, "I highly doubt that you have cancer but I cannot give you a 100% guarantee." Still...I was very happy. In 20 days I have my last chemo and then I am done!! No more pills, no radiation, no nothing! Only a doctor appointment every 3 months for a year then every 6 months for a year and then once a year until I reach 5 years. That's it! I can see the light at the end of this road. I can almost touch it! Oh, and my hair is growing in like crazy! Looks like a real short cut but still it doesn't look like cancer. It looks as if I cut my hair that short on purpose. No more bandana's!!! Hip hip horrah!

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  • Yeshua4Me
    Yeshua4Me Member Posts: 77
    edited July 2010

    Charley: I have feeling in half of my breasts. Like where the cleavage is and around the bottoms of the breasts. I talked to my plastic surgeon about that and he said it takes a while (up to 2 years) for the nerves to heal completely. The nerves were cut during the initial breast removal. I have my exchange surgery on Nov.3rd and will also get new nipples. I asked him about nipple sensation and he said 50% of women who opt for nipples have feeling in them. I was shocked. So anyway, I'm telling you all this because maybe more healing of the nerves have to take place before you have feeling again. My doctor told me not to rush it~my body has been through a lot but will return to normal in time.

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  • Charley
    Charley Member Posts: 255
    edited July 2010

    Heather - I think you are right to get another opinion.  30% is nothing to sneeze at and something I would seriously consider. Right now, you are doing everything to keep this beast away ... surgery is not as hard as chemo (at least not for me) although it is a lifelong decision. Either way, tough decision.

    Yes - All I can feel is pressure right now. I am also somewhat numb on the back part of my arms. Sensation has come back under my arms. I'm sure whatever feeling comes back will not be like before ... but I do not regret my decision at all.

    BTW, my eyelashes are still nonexistent.  Eyebrows are coming back ... had to actually pluck the other day. I'm still using my eyebrow powder since they are filling in where they don't need to be. Hair is growing more and more although I still have "male pattern baldness" on top. lol

    Hugs, Charley

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  • hmh23
    hmh23 Member Posts: 306
    edited July 2010

    Dear Yeshua4Me & Charley; 

    Thx for your input.  I can't tell you how much it means to me.  I am really leaning towards having my other breast removed.  I just can't see myself going for scans repeatedly and waiting to hear whether or not, my breast is still healthy. 

    Charley;  I also have 'male pattern baldness' and my eyebrows are returning.  A good friend of mine told me that her eyelashes were the last to come in.  As I look back on all that we have been through it's wonderful that we've had this great place to come to and get the support we need from one another. 

    Fondly, Heather

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  • hereandnow
    hereandnow Member Posts: 322
    edited July 2010

    Heather, congrats on the halfway mark. Good luck with your decision, the figure of 30% is certainly concerning, and I agree with Charley about getting another opinion -ultimately you have to be satisfied you have good solid information in order for you to make a decision that you can live with. 

    Charley, the underside of my arm is still numb but much less so than even a couple of months ago - so the nerves creep along and reform connections.  But I must say, Yeshua4Me, the 50% figure for nipple sensation is quite remarkable. I wonder if he meant for nipple sparing mastectomy rather than fipples (fake nipples)?

    My hair seems to have stalled currently, and it's really much more gray - sigh. I'm just looking forward to it looking vaguely fashionable - I would love an elegant short hairstyle - it ain't there yet.

    Hugs to all my March Sisters, hope you're all enjoying the sun - go out there and get some Vitamin D,

    Lisa

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  • Ana1973
    Ana1973 Member Posts: 88
    edited July 2010

    Hey Charley-how are you feeling?

    I opted for the lumpectomy and radiation, so I don't know what some of you women are going through, but I do wish you all an easy recovery and happy results. I have a friend that went through reconstruction recently and was so happy the day "the girls" actually jiggled..it was a great day for her.

    For the ladies starting Tamoxifen soon, there is a new thread for August Tamoxifen. I know there is already a thread about T, but this way we can all share our experiences from the beginning. I start Tamoxifen on the 9th of August.

    Brows are back, lashes are stubby but growing and the hair on my head is doing ok. I'll have to change my avatar to show the new growth. I have been going "topless" for weeks cuz frankly I don't care if people stare! Screw them...lol.

    I am in my final countdown for rads...Monday is my last one! I am planning to celebrate the following weekend (aug 8th). Before all the treatment started the hubby and I had our last night out, that was in Feb.... 7 months later I finally feel like I have something to celebrate! So, on that Saturday night we are going out and I will DANCE! I'm so excited!

    Here's hoping we will all be dancing soon!

    Hugs to all of you!

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  • staceyt
    staceyt Member Posts: 106
    edited July 2010

    Hi Ladies,

    Just catching up on the weekend - Charley congrats on your port removal that's fantastic - Frosty1 - my onco is concerned w/the shortness of breath and that it hasn't gone away yet :(  Lisa - good thoughts flying your way for test results - Ana - Dance the night away girlfriend - it is time to celebrate.

    I received a Relay For Life letter last week inviting me to participate in the Survivor lap, it asks me me for years Cancer free - How do I figure that out- end of chemo, end of radiation ? What is the actual day - we all know that Dr's can not say we are 100% cancer free - Any thoughts?

    Stay strong my fellow Marchers and enjoy the day - Happy thoughts and Prayers to all - Stacey

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  • Yeshua4Me
    Yeshua4Me Member Posts: 77
    edited July 2010

    Had chemo yesterday. In twenty more days I'll have my last one. I'm excited about that. Saw doctor afterward and he went through all my reports. Was happy with everything. I asked him about my "markers" and he said I was a 19 which was good. He said I needed to stay below 38. All in all he seemed pleased. Later, that evening, he called my house and told me he studied my reports in detail after I left and wasn't too pleased about the margin. He thought the breast tumor which was removed was a bit too close the chest wall so he called my surgeon but she was out on maternity leave for 6 months. So he called a specialist in radiology and the both of them went over the surgeon's report together and now the radiologist wants to see me and possibly start me on radiation! I almost cried. Literally. It took all my strength not to through the phone down and run away.

    I was so excited that this was FINALLY over and now, who nows. I know nothing about radiation. I never looked anything up or read about it because I was told I wouldn't need it. Someone want to give me the "cliff notes" so I'll kinda know what it's about? Thanks.

    Another stumbling block in the road...hope I have the strength to jump over this one too.

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  • Ana1973
    Ana1973 Member Posts: 88
    edited July 2010

    Yeshua4me- I'm so sorry you have to deal with yet another bump in the treatment road. Even though you don't want to go through yet another treatment, take heart in the fact that radiation is incredibly easy compared to chemo. As I said earlier, I am down to 4 more tx, Monday being my last...the most annoying thing is having to make that trip Monday thru Friday. Here is the Reader's Digest version...

    1- CT scan to set up where on your breast the radiation will be administered. Tattoos or permanent marker will be used. I opted for the marker.

    2- Simulation- it's basically a run thru of the actual treatment to make sure the marks are correct.

    3-The actual treatment will start. You don't feel, see, taste, the tx. You'll just lay there...the rads nurses line you up, they leave the room and zap! and your out the door.

    Once a week you'll have a visit with the rads onc to see how your feeling, how the skin is reacting and answer your questions. My skin turned tan and I had some itchy spots but all in all it's pretty uneventful. If you find out that you do have to have radiation and have ANY questions, PM me. I'm happy to answer :)

    I hope this helps.

    Ana

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  • Charley
    Charley Member Posts: 255
    edited July 2010

    Ana - I am doing great!  Made it back to work today despite the drains ... I wore a jacket over a cami and then put a fan in my office so I didn't get too hot. I was so comfortable I totally forgot about the drains and then I foolishly invited some people out to watch my husband and his brother play guitars at the local farmers market this evening. Drains and a wig!  What was I thinking?   <sigh>

    Stacy - I would say end of surgery is the date that cancer free starts!  All this other stuff is just insurance.

    Yes - I'm sorry! Wow.  What a shock especially since it hadn't been mentioned as a possibility before. I did have the option for radiation but chose not to do it based on my onc's recommendation. (It was considered because of extranodal extension from my one affected node) We spoke about it at the beginning of chemo and then deferred any final decision until chemo was done.  I would guess the rad. onc will say yes to rads.  My onc compared it to giving a carpenter a hammer. ... he's going to say he needs to use it!  That's what they do.  Hang in there! 

    (((hugs) to all))) Charley

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  • hereandnow
    hereandnow Member Posts: 322
    edited July 2010

    Charley, you continue to amaze me - at work 4 days after surgery, with your drains!  It's funny that saying your onc has - one of my supervisors, when I told him I was getting a Rad Onc opinion, he said " you don't ask a barber if you need a hair cut", ha ha.  Having said that, there is lots of data around rads vs no rads - as we've said before we're all different, with different circumstances/grades of tumour/margins etc etc.  My Rad onc did not recommend it to me, and showed me the journal articles why the risk benefit equation was against it - for me.  Yesh, I know you must be disappointed to hear this especially at this point, but I guess it's good to know that your team is dotting the i's and crossing the t's and picked this up. What markers are they measuring by the way?

    Ana - I love your kick ass attitude about your hair, sounds like toni :)

    I'm getting a gynae ultrasound today before I start tamox - then I guess I'll have my first one tonight - yoiks. All scan results and BRAC results will be ready Friday - fingers crossed.

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  • LillyC
    LillyC Member Posts: 64
    edited July 2010

    Hello, love, and the best of wishes to all!

    Ana1973 - I too will finish my rads on Monday.  It's hard to believe that I've had 30 and have only three left to go. I've had no real skin issues and am not at all as fatigued as I was during chemo. All in all, rads have been uneventful, thank goodness!  I will start n Arimidex after the rads.

    I still have neuropathy (tingling) in two fingers and thumb in right hand.  Any one else dealing with this?

    The hair is really beginning to grow and fill in nicely. Feels like a buzz cut!

    Love to all and thanks to everyone for helping each other through this journey! 

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  • hereandnow
    hereandnow Member Posts: 322
    edited July 2010

    Hi all, just letting you know my scans have come back all clear - lung thing exactly the same so probably an old scar, and I'm BRCA negative. So today draws a line for me under this part of the storyline I got pulled into last February. I started tamoxifen 2 days ago, and so far wouldn't know. My ongoing issues that have yet to disappear are hot flashes (wake me up once/twice per night), weakness in my legs, lack of energy (but improving), hair growing back at least 50% gray ( getting tips from hair,hair,hair thread - but will be doing a colour some time - not ready to be be a graceful gray yet - and yes I know it's "in").

    Charley - how are you feeling one week down the track?

    To all still having treatment, hugs to you, almost done,

    Lisa

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  • Yeshua4Me
    Yeshua4Me Member Posts: 77
    edited July 2010

    Lisa: So happy you tested negative for BRCA gene! I tested positive for the gene immediately after being diagnosed with breast cancer and knowing I am positive has helped me in making some major decisions concerning my treatment. Sounds as if you are doing pretty good right now with minimal side effects. Good for you! I too am gray (at least 80%) but my hair isn't long enough to color yet but believe me, I will! I'm not ready to be gray just yet.

    Only one more chemo treatment for me in 16 days and then I'm done! I'm so excited. Today I go in to see the Radiologist to find out if radiation is needed. I'm still mad about that since they told me in the beginning no radiation. I had both breasts removed, my ovaries removed, breast expanders inserted for reconstruction, and have my breast exchange surgery set up for Nov.3rd. Radiation WAS NOT and IS NOT part of the plan! I'll find out later today I guess.

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  • hereandnow
    hereandnow Member Posts: 322
    edited July 2010

    Good luck yeshua with your appointment today- I hope they answer your questions so you're satisfied.

    have a good week-end everyone.

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  • Charley
    Charley Member Posts: 255
    edited July 2010

    Lisa - So glad to hear about your scans and gene status.  Yippee!  Now you can start the journey back. I am feeling really good a week out. Drains gone, I'm free! I did not have the nerves so I did not have the pain.  I am feeling almost normal I would say. Stitches out next week.

    Yes, let us know about the rads.  I know its a disappointment especially since it is so unexpected, but if its necessary you CAN do it! Just keep going.  You've come this far and its only a little farther to the top of the hill.

    Lisa - it sounds like you have more hair than me! I still have a 3in x 3in  (Dh measured) bald spot on the top of my head.  The rest is coming in but still probably less than 1/2 inch.  Aargh. Wish it would come in faster!

    Hugs, Charley

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  • Yeshua4Me
    Yeshua4Me Member Posts: 77
    edited July 2010

    Well, radiation it is. The doctor feels that my tumor was a bit too close to my chest wall and wants me to have radiation after chemo just to make sure we get it all. My margins came back clean but the measurement of clearance is just too close for comfort. So, I agreed with him. No use going all this way and then stopping when I'm so close to finishing huh? Doesn't make sense. I'm trying not to be sad but the good news is that I only need 25 sessions. The doctor says it will go fast. I'm a bit worried about my expanders though. The radiologist guy says sometimes scar tissue builds up and it is harder for the plastic surgeon to do the exchange. I'm going to see my plastic surgeon next week and talk to him and let him know what's going on. Since I still have one more chemo to do (Aug. 16th is my last one!), I have plenty of time to talk to everyone that needs to be involved. From what I hear, radiation delays breast exchanges because healing needs to take place for a few months after. If that is true, I won't have my exchange until next year, like March or something. As of now, my exchange is set for Nov. 3rd so I guess that will change. I'll know more when I see my plastic surgeon.

     So, that's it. Whatever.

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  • marilyn7
    marilyn7 Member Posts: 86
    edited July 2010

    Lilly / Ana - Once again you give me hope.  I'm 7 down / 28 to go for my rads.  So far it has been uneventful. I actually use the time to meditate - there are 4 posters on the wall - Happiness, Peace, Joy, and Serenity - and I concentrate on each poster for my 4 zaps.  So I leave my appt calmer then when I go in.

    I still have neuropathy - but I'm only out 5 weeks from my last chemo.  No hair yet, although I think my armpit hairs are coming in!!  The edema is the worst for me. I"m still carrying extra weight from the chemo and I swear it is all in my feet.

    The good news for me is that my stamina is back.  I FINALLY turned the corner on my last chemo. It took about 4 weeks and I was loosing hope, then one day I woke up and was happy. My muscles are still pretty weak, but I'm walking every day, stretching, doing some yoga.  I've been doing yoga for 30 years, so it is readily apparent how much strength and flexibility I lost through this ordeal. 

    Yeshua - I'm so sorry to hear your news. From the rads perspective, it is like night and day to chemo, in terms of the time, the SEs, etc.  But I know its terribly disappointing to delay your surgery and be DONE.  Sending healing thoughts your way.

    Happy Saturday to everyone.  Now that I'm in rads, the weekend is extra sweet.

    xo Marilyn 

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  • badger
    badger Member Posts: 34,614
    edited July 2010

    Hey all - my thoughts and prayers are with you as I read your posts.  I turn 51 next week.  Marks the one-year anniversary of picking up the phone and making first doc appt that lead to bc dx & tx.  Also marks six-month post-mastectomy.

    Scheduling annual pap & pelivc is my birthday gift to myself, darn good thing too.  DCIS was flagged by microcalcs seen on a routine mammo.  That lead to surgery where a 2.5 cm tumor was found in R breast and micromets in R sentinel node.  Needless to say I was bowled over!  Tumor was not found by GP doing annual breast exam but I don't blame him, DH didn't find it and he paid WAY more attn to my breasts than my doc LOL. 

    Love you guys, thanks for the help and support to get through this!  {{hugs}}

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  • hereandnow
    hereandnow Member Posts: 322
    edited August 2010

    yeshua, sorry you're having a delay to this being over, and it wasn't what you wanted to hear, but think of it as another tick in your insurance policy. It sounds a bit weird but I'm a little envious, my rad onc also got a collegue who specialises in breast Ca to give a second opinion, and she too didn't recommend it for me. I have to trust their opinion, and try to relax back from my kitchen sink mentality. AT least you'll be finished chemo in 15 days, yahoo, and you'll soon be counting down for the rads too.

    yay marilyn for 7 down, and glad your strength is coming back. I'm going to look at yoga classes too - went for my first swim in 5 months today - I did a big 12 laps of the 25m pool, and I did freestyle - no worries - what a relief, and no one looked at my funny chest. My surgeon wouldn't let me swim at the pool while I was on chemo, due to the pooey under 6mth olds and their "swim nappies". Damn those coliforms, I have white cells now!

    Charley - best wishes for the growth of the hair on top - mine looks different depending on the light, I won't be giving up my caps soon.

    And badger, I hope you have a really special day for your birthday - although I don't know if a papsmear would be my little gift to myself - not that they're not important mind you, just not in the Happy Birthday to me category  :)  LOL - maybe some bubbles?

    hugs to all,

    Lisa

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  • badger
    badger Member Posts: 34,614
    edited August 2010

    LOL Lisa, b-day reminds me to schedule the appt not actually have it done.  That was a tip I picked up from Oprah... since no one forgets her own birthday.  Along those lines, we bring treats to work when it's our b-day.  DH will also take me out to dinner. :-)  Way more fun!  {{hugs}}

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  • Kayne
    Kayne Member Posts: 103
    edited August 2010

    Hi All,

    Well, I was on a roll for a while, 3 treatments in a row!  But then last week the old liver enzymes crept up to a point where they couldn't do treatment.  So hopefully tomorrow's blood test will show it came down.  Yes, I have to go for blood tests weekly.  I have 9 more taxols to go so I really hope I am ok. 

    Heather:  I chose to have BMX, as I did not want to go through this again.  It is my understanding that with ILC, you at greater risk of getting in the other breast. (probably the 30 percent you talked about) If it's any help to you, my husband has a Dr. who is also a friend.   Her husband is an oncologist, and she told me at the time of my dx, that if she were me ,she would have both removed.  My surgeon and oncologist both said it was my decision.  Have you had an MRI of your breast?  For me, I would go crazy worrying about the good breast.  I hope this helps, but you need to do what you are comfortable with. 

    Charley:  Congrats on the exchange and going back to work.  Wow! Thats great.  Glad to hear the drains are out too.  I am curious, as I am trying to decide on how big to be filled.  Are the implants as big as the TE was?  I am just so confused with the whole thing.  Any help would be appreciated.

    Yesua4Me:  So sorry to  hear about rads.  But your climbing the hill, so get to the top.  If it helps, I am will be right there beside you, or in my case 10 steps behind you.  My margins were clear as well, but also narrow and hence the rads.  That's if I ever finish chemo.  With all my set backs and removal of the TE, I will not be finished with my exchange until next JUNE.  But it is what it is.  You can do this!!!! I know it's disappointing. 

    Lisa:  Yea!!!! for your scans and being BRCA neg.  That's great.  I'm sure it was an anxious time waiting for the results.  I think everyone's hair comes in the same color! Mine seems to me to have stalled.  Its about a half inch I guess.  So I still wear the bandannas and wig

    Marilyn:  Glad to hear you are feeling good and gaining strength. 

     Badger:  Happy birthday!! You certainly have something  to celebrate this year.  Look how far you have come! 

    My insurance co. will not pay for the gene testing, as I was 48 when diagnosed with no family history. If I had been 47, th ey would have paid.   If I go ahead and do it myself Its about $3000!!!!   More decisions.

    Oh well, have a good day everyone.  Sending good vibes to all.

    Michelle

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  • Charley
    Charley Member Posts: 255
    edited August 2010

    Kayne - My expanders were 550s and ps overfilled a bit.  The implants he put in are the Natrelle 550s.  They look very natural.  I was a bit apprehensive since I really didn't want to go to big and the expanders seems huge ... especially looking down on them if you know what I mean.  The size of my implants are perfect Definitely not too big and not too small. Really about the size of the expander only shaped properly.  The nurse said that the dr. tended to be a bit conservative, which is fine by me, since I was not big to begin with.

    Marilyn - Glad you are feeling better.  From here on out, you will feel a little better every day. Yoga is perfect.  I lost a lot of flexibility too. Some days I  feel like a little old woman, hobbling around and can't even reach my toes!

    Badger - Happy birthday! I  have always tried to have my annual physical and gyn exam & mammo somewhere around my birthday every year so I don't forget.  I got off of my schedule a few years ago on my mammo because of scheduling difficulties and having to go back more often some gyn problems. I was totally out of sync and that's when it happened! I felt a lump. Although that lump turned out to only be a benign cyst, there was another lump which I couldn't even feel. It was barely visible on the mammo but because of the other obvious lump, they had gone ahead and scheduled an ultrasound and found it.  Anyway, great practice ...

    Hugs, Charley

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  • hmh23
    hmh23 Member Posts: 306
    edited August 2010

    Ok, so I'm not even through chemo yet and still have rads ahead of me but all of this talk about expanders and implant sizes have me wondering what it all means.  So what does a 550 size equate too?  I have no clue!! I had an initial conversation with a PS the week of my diagnosis but didn't have any questions prepared and I've decided to see anther PS that my onc recommended.

    Michelle;  Sorry those darn liver enzymes continue to give you trouble.Hope you get back on schedule asap. 

    Charley;  Congrats on getting back to work!!!

    I don't know if your oncs have talked to you about Vitamin D and the importance it plays in cancer prevention but my onc checked my levels again and had me up my dosage to 2,000mgs pe day.  Just one more thing to keep track of.

    Have a great day, everyone.  Fondly, Heather

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  • marilyn7
    marilyn7 Member Posts: 86
    edited August 2010

    Heather - Agree on the Vitamin D.  I had mine checked and I was deficient.  On a mega-dose now and with see a bone specialist next week.  

    Marilyn 

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