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07-19-2017, 07:26 PM
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when did you 'break up' with your onco?
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vlcarr
Re: when did you 'break up' with your onco?
I had my yearly visit last December, 8 years out. When I went to make my next appt the girl told me I would be seeing a NP from now on. I was heartbroken. I think because my onc didn't tell me and...
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her2group
08-25-2015, 07:37 PM
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"why did I get breast cancer" starting to be answered & it seems to be 80% bad luck
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vlcarr
Re: "why did I get breast cancer" starting to be answered & it seems to be 80% bad lu
Thank you for sharing. Of all the reasons I came up with that I deserved to have cancer, I could point out all the people who would have the same reasons and no cancer, even my own mother. So I let...
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her2group
04-29-2014, 06:04 PM
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questions about abdominal mesh
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vlcarr
Re: questions about abdominal mesh
I got a hernia after my DIEP. It's a long story but he repaired it during the 2nd phase operation. Unfortunately, it came back so had to have mesh repair. A little over a year after the mesh repair I...
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her2group
02-19-2014, 09:55 PM
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Skin basal cell carcinoma and breast cancer?
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vlcarr
Re: Skin basal cell carcinoma and breast cancer?
I had one removed last year too. Basal cell. There was this tiny tiny white thing (looked nothing like a mole) right under my eye. What made me go have it checked out was the feeling that there was...
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her2group
02-05-2014, 09:51 PM
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Pain is exhausting and a crying again. Help...
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vlcarr
Re: Pain is exhausting and a crying again. Help...
Sorry to hear you are having so much pain. I started acupuncture a couple months ago and I'm having awesome results with pain management! It can't hurt to try-that was my attitude and I'm so glad at...
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her2group
12-17-2013, 10:24 PM
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Lymphedema Issues
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vlcarr
Re: Lymphedema Issues
I developed lymphedema during radiation in 2009. It's been a long and frustrating journey for me but I am able to keep it under control. I use compression sleeves, gauntlets and gloves consistently....
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her2group
12-13-2013, 09:19 PM
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Elevated AST and ALT
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vlcarr
Re: Elevated AST and ALT
I like him too!
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her2group
12-13-2013, 05:54 PM
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Elevated AST and ALT
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vlcarr
Elevated AST and ALT
Hi,
I just wanted to share this in case it may help someone else ease their mind at some point. I had my 6 month checkup a week ago and my ALT and AST were elevated so my doctor wanted me to have...
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her2group
10-20-2013, 09:33 PM
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ER/PR negative survivors
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vlcarr
Re: ER/PR negative survivors
Hi, I'm in the club too. So far, so good:)
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her2group
08-10-2013, 06:38 PM
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Reconstruction date has been bumped/tips?
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1,171
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vlcarr
Re: Reconstruction date has been bumped/tips?
I had Diep a couple of years ago. It's a rough surgery but I think it's kind of a plus that you stay in the hospital so long. I wish I could remember all the details! Be prepared for very little...
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her2group
07-10-2013, 08:00 PM
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Not any kinds of scans will be done!
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vlcarr
Re: Not any kinds of scans will be done!
CoolBreeze responded to a similar post I think a while back. CoolBreeze, I just want you to know it touched me deeply and if I could give you a high five I would.
With that said, I worried all...
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her2group
07-02-2013, 07:24 PM
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My Wife Rachel Was Just Diagnosed With HER-2+ Breast Cancer (Please Help ...)
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vlcarr
Re: My Wife Rachel Was Just Diagnosed With HER-2+ Breast Cancer (Please Help ...)
I can only add that I did TCH and am still here:). As many wise ones told me on this board, it's not easy but doable. I have learned some people tolerate it better than others. The issues I deal with...
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General Cancer News
04-29-2013, 07:27 PM
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Skin cancer may increase subsequent primary malignancy risk
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vlcarr
Re: Skin cancer may increase subsequent primary malignancy risk
Well, mine came in reverse. I noticed a spot under my eye around 9 months ago but just thought it was a pimple or something. It didn't go away and appeared to get larger. Keep in mind, larger was...
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her2group
04-25-2013, 12:42 PM
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Nails
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vlcarr
Re: Nails
I kept having mine done and still do. I have crappy nails and like you, I wanted to keep on getting them done. I never have them long so they are probably short compared to most women who get them. I...
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her2group
02-08-2013, 10:13 PM
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Acrylic nails
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5,144
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vlcarr
Re: Acrylic nails
I made the decision to keep doing mine throughout my entire treatment and never had any problems. The lady who does mine knew what I was going through and was great and extra diligent. I would have...
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her2group
01-23-2013, 10:49 PM
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Libido is lousy and ...
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vlcarr
Re: Libido is lousy and ...
This is timely. Like Janis, I was just prescribed the ring by my onc. I could not take it any more. The lack of desire was bad enough but the dryness became so bad some days it was uncomfortable to...
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her2group
01-17-2013, 06:10 PM
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Any suggestions for severe heartburn
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vlcarr
Re: Any suggestions for severe heartburn
I was on Nexium pre chemo and still take it, probably always will. It is some awesome stuff. My doctor has to justify it once a year with my insurance and that's a pain. It is costly but I'm able to...
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her2group
11-30-2012, 08:29 PM
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ixempra is next chemo
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vlcarr
Re: ixempra is next chemo
I saw my oncologist this week for 6 month visit & she said tdm1 in March is what they think. I'm not in your boat Pam but do try & read about new developments so I asked her about it. Of course, I'm...
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her2group
05-19-2012, 09:13 AM
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and then came...lymphedema.
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vlcarr
Re: and then came...lymphedema.
Ran across this yesterday. It's long but says everything I've thought & felt. The first study I've seen of this kind.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2795115/
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her2group
05-06-2012, 10:35 PM
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and then came...lymphedema.
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4,945
Posted By
vlcarr
Re: and then came...lymphedema.
I so feel your pain. I've been living with lymphedema since radiation. I'm back with my therapists twice a week now. I wish I knew why it flared up this time, but have no clue. I will not lie. I hate...
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her2group
01-21-2012, 11:36 PM
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NeoAllto results: adding lapatinib to herceptin preoperatively increases % PCR vs
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vlcarr
Re: NeoAllto results: adding lapatinib to herceptin preoperatively increases % PCR vs
Really great to see this. I didn't do this particular trial, but did do one using both herceptin/tykerb before surgery. Tumor gone when surgery was done. So far, so good.
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her2group
11-10-2011, 11:08 PM
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When do the hot flashes stop????!!
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9,440
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vlcarr
Re: When do the hot flashes stop????!!
The hot flashes and mood swings became too much of an issue for me so I started anti-depressants during my treatment when chemopause kicked in. I see a physchiarist who works with cancer patients. ...
Forum:
her2group
08-12-2011, 04:53 PM
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37
ca.2729 big jump
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6,285
Posted By
vlcarr
Re: ca.2729 big jump
Hey Pam,
Just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you and sending positive thoughts your way.
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Herceptin / Tykerb
07-11-2011, 04:34 PM
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3
Herceptin/Tykerb for Stage 1
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6,201
Posted By
vlcarr
Re: Herceptin/Tykerb for Stage 1
I did this combo as a clinical trial--a huge success for me as you can see from my signature. Best of luck to you!
Forum:
her2group
07-09-2011, 02:22 PM
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39
Reconstruction
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7,572
Posted By
vlcarr
Re: Reconstruction
Just wanted to share that I'm 6 weeks out from DIEP on my right breast. My surgeon wanted me to wait a year from radiation before seeking recon. I must say that at the time I really thought I would...
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