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her2group
03-04-2008, 08:31 AM
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Radical Mastectomy....Scared! Any advise
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betlen5
Pink Girl, what is a modified radical? Thanks...
Pink Girl, what is a modified radical? Thanks for replying. CONGRADS on 2 years...
Betty
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her2group
02-29-2008, 12:08 PM
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Radical Mastectomy....Scared! Any advise
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betlen5
Radical Mastectomy....Scared! Any advise
Here is the latest news: I went to Birmingham, AL last week. Meet with about 12 Chief Dr's. (I was the only Indian) My last PET/CAT SCAN on 2/1/08 shows that the chemotherapy medication seems to be...
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her2group
02-29-2008, 12:02 PM
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Post treatment scans - what is your philosophy?
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betlen5
Paris, the Doc's should be listening to you very...
Paris, the Doc's should be listening to you very carfully...Where do you live? I always have tests done before any surgery.
God Bless
Betty
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her2group
02-18-2008, 12:24 AM
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My first!
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betlen5
Joanne, CONGRADULATIONS!!!! I was on...
Joanne,
CONGRADULATIONS!!!! I was on herceptin and taxol, then herceptine alone for 6 months and cancer came back with a additude!! I am so happy for you!
I will keep you in my thoughts and...
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her2group
02-17-2008, 11:58 PM
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Post remission after 7 years of chemo :)
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betlen5
Post remission after 7 years of chemo :)
Hi Everyone,
Sorry it has been so long in keeping you updated on my progress.
I started Tykerb/Abraxane last november and pet/ct scans show no new tumors and the 20+ that grew while on...
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her2group
11-12-2007, 10:05 PM
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Help! Need Support!
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betlen5
Thanks to ALL for the great support you have...
Thanks to ALL for the great support you have shown. The pet was good! All the cancer is still local except, it is in the nodes between my breast and nodes around my collar bone area. No big deal!!!...
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her2group
11-12-2007, 09:56 PM
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anti-depressants & breast cancer
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betlen5
Interesting question....I have been on several...
Interesting question....I have been on several different anxiety meds for over 25 yrs to help with my Agoraphobia (Panic disorder). I have been on Paxil 30mg (Dr.changed to 40mg 3wks ago) 1x daily...
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her2group
11-12-2007, 10:14 AM
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Help! Need Support!
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betlen5
MPB, What is MCC_DMI? What kind of cancer...
MPB,
What is MCC_DMI? What kind of cancer did you have the other times?
God Bless us ALL!!!
Betty
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her2group
11-12-2007, 08:59 AM
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Help! Need Support!
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betlen5
My cancer was first diagnosed in my right breast...
My cancer was first diagnosed in my right breast and has remained in the area under my right arm. Cancer is not in any nodes it just frows and has stayed in this area.
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her2group
11-12-2007, 08:31 AM
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Help! Need Support!
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betlen5
Thanks for the encouragement... I also live in...
Thanks for the encouragement... I also live in GA. I have been to Emory several times. Last visit was to see a surgical oncoligist to see if the largest tumors can be removed and was told surgery is...
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her2group
11-12-2007, 08:14 AM
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Abraxane/Tykerb Need advise on side effects
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betlen5
Abraxane/Tykerb Need advise on side effects
Can anyone give me some advise about the side effects of Abraxane? I start Abraxane/Tykerb today. Was on Tykerb/Xeloda for 9 months and cancer has returned for the 6th time. Considering going to...
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Herceptin / Tykerb
11-12-2007, 08:09 AM
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Abraxane/Tykerb need advise
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betlen5
Abraxane/Tykerb need advise
Can anyone give me some advise about the side effects of Abraxane? I start Abraxane/Tykerb today. Was on Tykerb/Xeloda for 9 months and cancer has returned for the 6th time. Considering going to...
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her2group
11-12-2007, 07:54 AM
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Help! Need Support!
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betlen5
Help! Need Support!
Hi,
My breast cancer has returned for the 6th time. Starting Abraxane/Tykerb today. Had PET SCAN on 11/9/07 and get results today. Getting A little nervous here!!! Just need some support.
...
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her2group
04-04-2007, 04:56 PM
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Mastectomy Hospital Bill in Congress
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betlen5
Mastectomy Hospital Bill in Congress
A mastectomy is when a woman's breast is removed in order to remove
Cancerous breast cells/tissue. If you know anyone who has had a
Mastectomy, you may know that there is a lot of discomfort and...
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her2group
03-28-2007, 10:11 PM
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Well..it's Tykerb and Xeloda - side effects?
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betlen5
Holly, you are more than welcome...Please keep us...
Holly, you are more than welcome...Please keep us informed about your treatment and let us know hoe the onc appointment goes.
God Bless and think positive, that's the key in getting through this...
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her2group
03-26-2007, 09:27 PM
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starting weekly Taxol & Herceptin - hair loss?
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betlen5
Hi, I lost my hair on A/C. However, I did NOT...
Hi, I lost my hair on A/C. However, I did NOT loose any hair while on Taxol/Herceptin. I had 3months 1x's weekly of both and continued on Herceptin alone for 9 months. Had to stop due to...
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her2group
03-26-2007, 09:09 PM
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Hair loss with Tykerb & Xeloda
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betlen5
Hair loss with Tykerb & Xeloda
Hi, I have read several posts and threads about hair loss during this treatment. I completed my first dose of Xeloda on 3/20 and was wondering how long before I might see any signs of hair loss or if...
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her2group
03-26-2007, 09:44 AM
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Well..it's Tykerb and Xeloda - side effects?
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betlen5
Holly, I'm so sorry to hear that you are not...
Holly,
I'm so sorry to hear that you are not handeling Xeloda well. What is the disage you are taking? It is my understanding from all the posts I have read here that your Doctor can lower the...
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her2group
03-26-2007, 08:48 AM
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Mark Your Calendars - APRIL 22
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betlen5
Thanks Job....How do I join in the...
Thanks Job....How do I join in the teleconference???
betty
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her2group
03-25-2007, 10:51 AM
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Well..it's Tykerb and Xeloda - side effects?
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betlen5
Eric, I finished my first dose of Xeloda (14...
Eric, I finished my first dose of Xeloda (14 days) and I am also on Tykerb daily. I have not had any problems yet with my hands or feet. However, I have always soaked them and done my own manicures...
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her2group
03-24-2007, 08:26 AM
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Curly Hair
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3,277
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betlen5
Irene, I am on the Xeloda/Tykerb and I have...
Irene, I am on the Xeloda/Tykerb and I have finished my first round (14 days) of Xeloda. When did you start loosing your hair with these drugs?
Betty
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Clinical Trials
03-23-2007, 09:35 AM
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Tykerb xeloda stopped working
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betlen5
Ragini, May God bless you and give you the...
Ragini,
May God bless you and give you the strenght to stay strong. My Mother tells me everyday..."God will not put more on you than you can handle" You are still here sor a reason and that...
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her2group
03-23-2007, 09:15 AM
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Curly Hair
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betlen5
Janet, mine lasted about the same amount of...
Janet, mine lasted about the same amount of time....DARN IT!! I loved curley hair. However, I started letting my hair grow longer instead of keeping it short in fear that I might loose it again....
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her2group
03-23-2007, 07:18 AM
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9
Tykerb Prescription
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1,209
Posted By
betlen5
Hi Esther, Same here for me for my clinical...
Hi Esther,
Same here for me for my clinical trial w/ xeloda/tykerb. I had to get an echo, Petscan and ct scan before I started this regimen and will need to continue doing this every 6 weeks, and...
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her2group
03-18-2007, 11:31 AM
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18
Rough Couple Of Months
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2,431
Posted By
betlen5
((((((( Hugs )))))))
Sheila, I am so sorry you're going through so much in such a short time. I will keep you in my prayers. Just remember, you are not alone. Keep us posted on your progress.
((((((( HUGS )))))))
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