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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited April 2012

    Jumping in for Diana's pocket party as well. I would pack a pair of sweats and slip on shoes for the trip home. The button front shirts are a must.

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  • sissyvonvon
    sissyvonvon Member Posts: 22
    edited April 2012

    Yes, you will want something loose and floppy. The surgery does not take long. With me, the masectomy did not hurt in itself, it was down my arm but that goes away with time, prepare to feel numbness in your upper under arm because they take out the nodes, that too will go away with time.  I will be praying for you tonight and tomorrow, Phil. 4:13.

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  • madpeacock
    madpeacock Member Posts: 369
    edited April 2012

    I'll be in pocket #16 on those cute dolls! My favorite/lucky number as a kid...

    Don't forget the cell phone CHARGER! 

    Will be thinking of you all day tomorrow.  

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited April 2012

    Welcome, rhubardmd!  I don't know if your radiation side can ever get as "stretchy" as the other side, but it's probably not just the skin but all the tissue underneath like the scar tissue (even tho' it is supposed to soften over time.)  Even tho' your treatment was years ago, you might be helped by PT massage to the area.  A few massages might loosen whatever scar tissue remains.  I still do a stretch almost daily, where I hang onto a door frams with my arms in the 12:00 position and let my body weight hang downward.  Then, I do the same with my hand in the 10:00 & 2:00 position.  That one really opens up the chest.  As far as lotions, what about trying olive oil or coconut oil? 

    Plils,  I never mind hearing that women were off doing something other than BCO.  Right on!  It's still here when you need it.  Itching?  First, I do not think it is automatically a sign of cancer, but in my experience, I do think tissue growth and nerve growth and/or irritation do cause itching.  I have noticed itching during healing, and maybe you did too on your treatment side. Since this is the other side, I think you are wise to pay attention to it.  Just remember, even something like the formation of a cyst or benign tissue changes in the breast could have the same symptom.  Definitely worth mentioning to the BS.  Also, if you have sense breasts, when it is time for the mammo and if nothing stands out perhaps they will ultrasound the area of your itch.

    Hello to sissyvonvon also!

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  • Dianarose
    Dianarose Member Posts: 2,407
    edited April 2012

    Elimar- I love the dolls. That is my hair in the morning anyhow without even trying.

    Ossa- the cell phone is a good idea. My BF can make the calls to my family.

    Bring on the snacks !!!

    I went to the LE therapist yesterday and she is wonderful She rubbed and stretched my arm for 45 min. My skin on my arm still feels like a bad sunburn though. I have great range of motion now. The surgeon is going to try to get the other nodes through the breast incision so she won't have to cut under my arm again. I liked that idea.

    I am going to go to Marshalls later today. I don't own any sweat pants. I will figure something out.

    You are all so great!!! I am due for my dam period any minute so my emotions are on that dam hormonal roller coaster. I am actually late for me. Usually every 23 days. Maybe it's all the crap they injected in me for all the scans and of course a little stress.

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  • Paula66
    Paula66 Member Posts: 1,728
    edited April 2012

    Jumping in your pockets Diana!!  Yes the shirts need to be a button down or zipper because you wont want to lift your arms up very high for a few days.  Good luck.  Oh also bring chewing gum.  I didn't haave much of an appetite, so my mouth was always dry, so the chewing gum helpped. 

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  • Dianarose
    Dianarose Member Posts: 2,407
    edited April 2012
    Paula- I need to get something for my throat as well. That hurt the most after my lx from the tube that they said they were not going to use.Frown I know better this time.
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  • Dianarose
    Dianarose Member Posts: 2,407
    edited April 2012

    http://jnci.oxfordjournals.org/content/100/8/530.full

    My new MO suggested Metformin. My old MO thought I was crazy when I mentioned this to her. Read down to see what Michael Pollak-Professor of oncology at McGill University In Montreal has to say about it.

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  • justmejanis
    justmejanis Member Posts: 1,847
    edited April 2012

    Eli...my neck MRI showed only a small herniation between two discs.  Nothing that impressive apparently.  Wish something would explain all the pain!  So now he is sending me elsewhere for pain management.  I have to go to a place called "The Spine Institute".  I am not sure when, they are supposed to call me to schedule my first appointment.  I did get a referral to a gynecologist for my other problem.  He is a surgeon and can hopefully fix it.  SOON!!!!!  I go see him on the 19th.

    Hello to all the newbies.  I wish I could help with the skin stretching problem.  Does your surgeon or any of his staff have any suggestions?

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  • nfranklin
    nfranklin Member Posts: 119
    edited April 2012

    Started my Taxol treatments last night, feeling fine so far.



    Saw my radiologist today she told me I would not be taking my radiation until I am done with chemotherapy. I think there was a mix when my MO told me I had a choice of whether or not to take chemotherapy and I had pretty much decided not to, so he sit up radiology appointment, but when I saw my surgeon she said to have the chemotherapy no choice given, I trust her so am doing chemo. Told my MO, but the radiology appointment was not cancelled. Appointment was helpful for knowing what to expect in the future.



    Took first Taxol treatment last night feeling good just a little tired, want to take a nap, but know I will not be able to sleep tonight if I nap now.



    Hope everyone is having a good day with very few SE's. Hang in there they keep telling me that this will eventually end, I have such a long ways to go. Six months chemotherapy and six weeks of radiation.



    Praying for everyone.







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  • Plils
    Plils Member Posts: 146
    edited April 2012

    Hi Elimar,  I will have a mammo right before my appointment.  As far as the itching goes, it all started with the itching and that is how I found out that I had BC.  I think it will be just fine, I am a positive person and that is what is getting me through all of this. Hope everything is going good with you and thank you.

    Lots of hugs 

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  • dobie
    dobie Member Posts: 424
    edited April 2012

    Jlsjls-

    I chose not to take any adjuvant therapy at the time of my original dx. I had early disease, was not particularly concerned about reoccurrence and Did not want to deal with side effects. Your drug is one of 3 types of aromatase inhibitors. They work a little different than Tamoxifen but evidence suggests they generally work better for most post menopausal women. For more info check out this link:



    http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/c/78/17222/aromatase-faqs

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  • odie16
    odie16 Member Posts: 1,882
    edited April 2012

    Wanted to stop in to tell Dianarose - I am praying for you & will be in your pocket if you need me. Looks like everyone has given you great suggestions on what to take so I really can't add to it but wanted to tell you to be good to yourself. I know you may be restless tonight but I wish you sweet dreams and a speedy recovery. Please check back when you can to let us know how you are doing as worrying also seems to be a SE...  Hugs!

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited April 2012

    If you jumped into one of the pockets that had a number, now you know which treat you will get:

                                             

    Did someone say, "We don't want your old black and white treats?"  O.K. then, how's this?

                                    

    Good Luck today, Dianarose!   May they take away all the evil bits so you will never be bothered by them again.  Hope to hear from you after a few days of rest and healing.

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited April 2012

    Oh, by the way, you new Middies:  In case you were shocked that we aren't serving plates of cruciferous veggies around here...that kind of eating is for your REAL LIFE.  Around here in the virtual world, we serve any kind of treat we want to.  No calories, no consequences, so enjoy!

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  • Ossa
    Ossa Member Posts: 919
    edited April 2012

    Did not know the calories disappeared when we went to a pocket party. In that case I will bring a Norwegian cake with berries covered in whipping cream with a layer of marzipan. mmmm

    Thinking of you today Dianarose

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  • barsco1963
    barsco1963 Member Posts: 2,119
    edited April 2012

    Can we do a pocket hop?? So many goodies to choose from - thanks eli. Ossa - I may just hop around until I find you and that cake too.

    Will be thinking of you all day Dianarose - sending positive, healing vibes and gentle ((hugs)).

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited April 2012

    Mmmm!  Marzipan!

    About a month ago, I got very nostalgic for the fruit shaped marzipan treats, so I made some.  I shaped strawberries, pears, lemons and oranges AND glazed them with a touch of food coloring.  They looked good and tasted even better.

                                          

    They look like healthy fruits and veggies, but they pack a wallop of delicious calories.  Darn!

    For those with even more artistic sculpting skills, look what else you can make from marzipan, tho' I'm pretty sure you violate at least one cultural taboo if you actually eat it.

                                               

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited April 2012

    YES!  This is the only BCO thread to feature a marzipan baby.  Aren't you glad you found your way here?  You can't get this kind of stuff on just any thread!

    Who else is thinking marzipan foob right now?

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  • sissyvonvon
    sissyvonvon Member Posts: 22
    edited April 2012

    Thinking of you today Dianarose....it should be over by now...may it all be taken away from you. nfranklin, it goes by really fast.

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  • LovesChristmas-Barb
    LovesChristmas-Barb Member Posts: 706
    edited April 2012

    That marzipan looks like a lot of work...awesome!

    Thinking and praying for you Dianarose and hoping that all went well..

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  • justmejanis
    justmejanis Member Posts: 1,847
    edited April 2012

    I am in your pocket Dianarose.  It is so crowded in here.

    Eli I love Marzipan but I make mine the way See's candy does, which is what I grew up on.  Just plain old Marzipan dipped in dark chocolate.  Boring shape, just round, but they are divine!  Did you make those ones in the fruit shapes?  They are gorgeous!

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  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited April 2012

    E-you've done it again!

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited April 2012

    E- that marzipan baby just freaked me out!! lol And yes, I thought about marzipan foobs.. I guess if you can make  baby, why not a foob!!

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited April 2012

    Eph, I hope you were not sipping a beverage at the time.  I know what happens.

    Lory48,  A foob would not even be the worst of it.  I spared you all by NOT posting the internal organs made out of marzipan.  You'll just have to Google that yourself.  Or not.  They look very gross.  That is not to say that I would refuse a marzipan spleen.

    THE OFFICIAL BARBE1958  COUNTDOWN --- NOW AT T-MINUS-3.

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  • Valjean
    Valjean Member Posts: 1,898
    edited April 2012

    Dianarose, hope you are resting well. Thinking of you.

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  • Dianarose
    Dianarose Member Posts: 2,407
    edited April 2012

    I came home today. I hurt like hell. The surgery was 3 and a half hours. The muscle on the radiated side was badly damaged from radiation so it took some work. It really hurts on that side. It feels like I broke my ribs. Yes, the drain tubes are a pain in the ass too. It can only improve from here. I have not had any pain meds at all since the surgery, but BF just went to the drug store to pick up some the bs called in. I need to sleep. I wasn't crazy about the shots in the stomach as I hate needles. The hospital I was at treat you like royalty. They have 24 hour room service. I can call down for a lobster roll at 2 in the morning. I did eat good. I think I will go rest and I hope everyone is doing well. Thanks for being in my pocket.

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  • Ossa
    Ossa Member Posts: 919
    edited April 2012
    Dianarose welcome home, time to rest and heal
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  • sissyvonvon
    sissyvonvon Member Posts: 22
    edited April 2012

    Glad you are home Dianarose, it will get better as each day goes by.

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  • sissyvonvon
    sissyvonvon Member Posts: 22
    edited April 2012

    Ladies, I have a new problem.  I have had good reports since my treatments and surgery in Jan. 2009, got to feeling really good and have done lots of things, including travel. Last month, I went for my regular 6 mo. checkup and my tumor marker number was elevated.  So I did a CT Scan and it was really good except for a small 1.3 centermeter lesion on the backside of my liver, so I did the PET Scan, and it was good overall except for the same lesion and the PET showed another small lesion on the right side, which the radiologist said was worrisome.  Also, there is a worrisome spot in my right pelvic bone.  I am so nervous and worried, I can't help it.  I was so happy and doing great until all this has come up.  I am suppose to have biopsy of the lesion and a colonoscopy on Apr. 30.  Can anyone give some encouragement, it would be greatly appreciated.  I pray for all my BC sisters that you live long and do well. 

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