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10-16-2006, 07:07 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Sheboygan, WI
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My Turn
My turn to report that herceptin is now finished. October 11th was my last treatment. I received my herceptin every 3 weeks. Started last October 2005 and finished this October 11, 2006. I only had one muga done at the 4 month mark. My onc. said that toxicity is usually evident in the first 4 months so unless I had symptoms she didn't do anymore. I'm thankful I haven't had any symptoms of heart trouble and feel pretty darn good. I haven't had just too many symptoms being on herceptin. A little diarrehea - left side/rib pain but that's about it. My onc. says "you are perfect" and I am rejoicing in that for now.
I pray it continues! Time will tell. For now - I'll take it one day at a time and just enjoy the ride.
God's Blessings to all,
Mary Jo
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"Be still and know that I am God." Psalm 46:10
Dx. 6/24/05 age 45 Right Breast IDC ER/PR. Neg., - Her2+++ RB Mast. - 7/28/05 - 4 cm. tumor Margins clear - 1 microscopic cell 1 sent. node No Vasucular Invasion 4 DD A/C - 4 DD Taxol & Herceptin 1 full year of Herceptin received every 3 weeks 28 rads prophylactic Mast. 3/2/06
17 Years NED
<>< Romans 8:28
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10-16-2006, 07:23 PM
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God Bless
Hi Marejo,
God Bless and congratulations.
Sincerely,
Liz J.
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10-16-2006, 07:53 PM
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Location: Alexandria, VA
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Way to go Marejo. Keep us updated about when the side effects go away. BB
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10-16-2006, 11:15 PM
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Location: Acworth, GA
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Congratulations Marejo! Please keep us posted.
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Kate
Stage IIIC Diagnosed Oct 25, 2005 (age 58)
ER/PR-, HER2+++, grade 3, Ploidy/DNA index: Aneuploid/1.61, S-phase: 24.2%
Neoadjunct chemo: 4 A/C; 4 Taxatore
Bilateral mastectomy June 8, 2006
14 of 26 nodes positive
Herceptin June 22, 2006 - April 20, 2007
Radiation (X35) July 24-September 11, 2006
BRCA1/BRCA2 negative
Stage IV lung mets July 13, 2007 - TCH
Single brain met - August 6, 2007 -CyberKnife
Oct 2007 - clear brain MRI and lung mets shrinking.
March 2008 lung met progression, brain still clear - begin Tykerb/Xeloda/Ixempra
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10-17-2006, 09:17 AM
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Join Date: May 2006
Location: northshore suburb of chicago
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So happy for you Marejo and I hope you continue to feel as well if not better than you do now. Wow, what a milestone. I am about to complete radiation next week but still have a year of herceptin. Can't wait to join up with you at the end of my herceptin one year from this past September.
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~Rina~
Dx:3/06 had a lumpectomy April 19, 2006
Her2+ er/pr- Stage I Grade 3 tumor size 1.4 cm, node negative
AC 4 dense doses
34 radiation treatments including booster doses
receiving herceptin every 3 weeks since late August 2006 for 12 months
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10-17-2006, 09:41 AM
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Location: St. George, UT
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Congratulations, Marejo! It's kind of scary to leave the "protective nest" of herceptin, but it's been 11 months for me and I'm still NED. We just need to live our lives to the fullest, without fear, but just be vigilant. It gets easier as time goes on. This website will continue to be a blessing. I think we need to share all the success stories and keep each other in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Tricia
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10-17-2006, 11:03 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: PA
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Mary Jo,
Just wanted to say congratulations ! Celebrate and do something fun to mark this great occasion
Susan V
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Susan V - Pittsburgh PA
DX Age 37 on August 3, 2006
Stage 1 Grade 3
ER/PR + (Highly Positive)
Her 2 +++
1.3 & 1.2 tumors right breast
node negative
lumpectomy 8-15-06
A/C Began 9-5-06 Finished A/C 11/6/06
Port Placement 9-15-06
Negative Test for BRAC1 & BRAC2 10-25-06
Began Tamoxofin November 21, 2006
First Herceptin November 27, 2006 Continues every 3 Weeks
First Radiation Treatment December 11, 2006
35 Rads Completed
Final Herceptin Treatment November 12, 2007
Port Removal November 19, 2007
Living Life to the Fullest !!
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10-17-2006, 11:08 AM
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Location: Houston, Texas
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Congratulations and best wishes. You have passed a milestone. I am hoping and praying that everything is uphill for you now. Take care of yourself.
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10-18-2006, 08:13 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2006
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I'm done too!!
I started last October as well and had my last Herceptin dose 2 weeks ago (Was suppose to get my last dose today but Onc let me free after the last dose 2 weeks ago!)
What is up with the rib pain on the left side?? I have the same thing and it seems to be getting worse. I just had a clean Pet scan and Tumor Markers normal, so I don't think it is any bone mets type thing. Has your Onc said anything about why the rib pain? Hoping it will go away since I am done.
Congrats to both of us!!
Natalie
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10-19-2006, 04:28 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Sheboygan, WI
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Hi Natalie,
My onc. makes nothing of the rib pain. She said there is nothing over on your left side and totally blows it off. I have heard of others having it also so is thinking it is a herceptin thing for some. My nurse said possibly there are receptors over their???? Who knows. All I know is I feel awesome and am glad to be finished.
One day at a time..............................with the help of God.
Congrats to you too Natalie.
Mary Jo
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"Be still and know that I am God." Psalm 46:10
Dx. 6/24/05 age 45 Right Breast IDC ER/PR. Neg., - Her2+++ RB Mast. - 7/28/05 - 4 cm. tumor Margins clear - 1 microscopic cell 1 sent. node No Vasucular Invasion 4 DD A/C - 4 DD Taxol & Herceptin 1 full year of Herceptin received every 3 weeks 28 rads prophylactic Mast. 3/2/06
17 Years NED
<>< Romans 8:28
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10-19-2006, 09:11 AM
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Conrats - I am right behind you on Nov. 1 ..still hoping that some of thee funky symptoms will finally start abating....
Susanne
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10-19-2006, 04:51 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Naples FL
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Congrats Mary Jo!!! (I finished on Oct. 5th) Isn't it a great feeling??? I think somehow all of us who are finishing up should find a way to keep in touch! I have not noticed much different since stopping, but it has only been 2 weeks! I am impatient!
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10-19-2006, 05:28 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Mountains of Virginia
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I have the left rib pain also. Sometimes worse than others. It has to be Herceptin.
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