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03-29-2007, 10:09 PM
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Esther, you are in my prayers. Karen
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03-30-2007, 08:37 PM
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Location: Acworth, GA
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Esther, So sorry to hear the bad news. On the good side it's a very small lesion. You have been so strong and positive with all that you have been through. I know that you have the strength to once and for all kick this beast to the curb. You are an inspiration. I will keep you in my prayers.
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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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03-31-2007, 05:36 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: West Virginia
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Detecting a tumor that small is no tiny feat, so technology and great docs you definitely have on your side, as well as everyone here pulling for you, and what sounds to be a most loving and supportive family. Whether it's called a "challenge", issue, turn of events, it still sucks and is something I hope no one ever gets used to hearing, and you may feel alone in all this sometimes, but you aren't ever too far away from people who love and care about you. Be well and be hopeful!
Stephanie C.
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03-31-2007, 07:44 AM
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Oh Esther
I don't come on here often anymore but right away saw your post. You're the only person I know here! I feel so bad about your met. Is the drug you're doing tykerb? I'm supppose to start that soon. It does cross the blood-brain barrier (tykerb that is). You sure are a hanger-onner! I admire you and this sounds like a lickable one. You've managed worse. Hope it goes quick. HavahJ - Jan
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03-31-2007, 01:42 PM
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Location: Morris, IL
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Esther
Seems like this little mets get a mind of their own....but know that you will show them whose boss of the brain...hoping that the Tykerb will work perfect.
Thinking of you and saying prayers
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"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."
Hugs & Blessings
Sheila
Diagnosed at age 49.99999 2/21/2002 via Mammography (Calcifications)
Core Biopsy 2/22/02
L. Mastectomy 2/25/2002
Stage 1, 0.7cm IDC, Node Neg from 19 nodes Her2+++ ER PR Neg
6/2003 Reconstruction W/ Tissue Expander, Silicone Implant
9/2003 Stage IV with Mets to Supraclavicular nodes
9/2003 Began Herceptin every 3 weeks
3/2006 Xeloda 2500mg/Herceptin for recurrence to neck nodes
3/2007 Added back the Xeloda with Herceptin for continued mets to nodes
5/2007 Taken Off Xeloda, no longer working
6/14/07 Taxol/Herceptin/Avastin
3/26 - 5/28/08 Taxol Holiday Whopeeeeeeeee
5/29 2008 Back on Taxol w Herceptin q 2 weeks
4/2009 Progression on Taxol & Paralyzed L Vocal Cord from Nodes Pressing on Nerve
5/2009 Begin Rx with Navelbine/Herceptin
11/09 Progression on Navelbine
Fought for and started Tykerb/Herceptin...nodes are melting!!!!!
2/2010 Back to Avastin/Herceptin
5/2010 Switched to Metronomic Chemo with Herceptin...Cytoxan and Methotrexate
Pericardial Window Surgery to Drain Pericardial Effusion
7/2010 Back to walking a mile a day...YEAH!!!!
9/2010 Nodes are back with a vengence in neck
Qualified for TDM-1 EAP
10/6/10 Begin my miracle drug, TDM-1
Mixed response, shrinking internal nodes, progression skin mets after 3 treatments
12/6/10 Started Halaven (Eribulen) /Herceptin excellent results in 2 treatments
2/2011 I CELEBRATE my 9 YEAR MARK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
7/5/11 begin Gemzar /Herceptin for node progression
2/8/2012 Gemzar stopped, Continue Herceptin
2/20/2012 Begin Tomo Radiation to Neck Nodes
2/21/2012 I CELEBRATE 10 YEARS
5/12/2012 BeganTaxotere/ Herceptin is my next miracle for new node progression
6/28/12 Stopped Taxotere due to pregression, Started Perjeta/Herceptin
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03-31-2007, 02:58 PM
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Location: New Jersey
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Esther,
I will be praying for you and I know that the Tykerb combined with your
strong will and determination it will be good for you again!
hugs,
Jean
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Stage 1, Grade 1, 3/30/05
Lumpectomy 4/15/05 - 6MM IDC
Node Neg. (Sentinel node)
ER+ 90% / PR-, Her2+++ by FISH
Ki-67 40%
Arimidex 5/05
Radiation 32 trt, 5/30/05
Oncotype DX test 4/17/06, 31% high risk
TOPO 11 neg. 4/06
Stopped Arimidex 5/06
TCH 5/06, 6 treatments
Herceptin 5/06 - for 1 yr.
9/06 Completed chemo
Started Femara Sept. 2006
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04-01-2007, 02:50 PM
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Location: northshore suburb of chicago
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So sorry Esther for your latest news. I admire your strength and ability to "regroup", so quickly. You are a fighter and I know if anyone can deal with this, you can. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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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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04-02-2007, 12:07 PM
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Esther, keep that beautiful smile going!
Hi Esther,
I'm sorry to hear about this darn bump in the road, so consider it "spring cleaning" and you have the latest, new cleaning agent, lapatinib, to clean house. I'm thinking of you from here in O.C. I'm also going to send this link of yours to my friend in L.A. who is dealing with the same thing and will find your posting valuable to her, as well.
Be well and hang in there.
XO,
Vicki Z
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04-03-2007, 08:15 PM
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Location: Houston, Texas
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I am also sorry to hear about your news, but I'll be sending prayers and best wishes your way.
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04-04-2007, 06:54 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 144
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Example of courage
Esther I am so sorry to hear of this surprise. I know that this is just one more bump in the road that will not slow you down. I can't tell you how much it means to a "newbie" like me to see such courage, determination, and grace under these stressful times. Please stay strong and think good thoughts.
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you blast this spot all to ----!
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04-04-2007, 07:56 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Sheboygan, WI
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Hi Esther,
How's it going? I hope things are moving a long well and you have begun to get rid of this new nuisance in your life.
Love, support and caring thoughts from me to you.
Mary Jo
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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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04-04-2007, 10:26 AM
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Location: Houston, Texas
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I am praying for you and sending positive vibes your way!
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04-05-2007, 06:58 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: South Dakota.
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Add me to the many others who are keeping you in their prayers.We ask, too, that because the met is so small, that the least invasive treatment will work for you.
Hugs and prayers
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Blessings and Peace,
Barbara
DX Oct 02 @ age 52 Stage 2B Grade 3 Mastectomy
"at least" 4.5 cm IDC 1+node ER+61% /PR-
Assiciated Intraductual component with Comedo Necrosis
Her2+ FISH8.6 IHC 2+
5 1/2 CEF Arimidex
Celebrex 400mg daily for 13 months
Prophylactic mastectomy
Estradiol #: 13
PTEN positive, "late" Herceptin (26 months after chemo)
Oct 05: Actonel for osteopenia from Arimidex.
May 08: Replaced Actonel with Zometa . Taking every 6
months.
Accepting the gift of life, I give thanks for it and live it in fullness.
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