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Brenda S
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her2group
02-09-2011, 12:54 PM
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Mammosite Radiation
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Brenda S
Mammosite Radiation
Hello all,
I had Mammosite radiation in 2008. Today, I was told that this type of radiation is not as effective as full breast radiation. I've had wonderful check-ups since 2008.......but the...
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her2group
09-08-2010, 07:24 AM
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Circulating Cell Recurrance test
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1,780
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Brenda S
Re: Circulating Cell Recurrance test
Sheila,
Thanks for the reply. This article suggests it is only for those who have metastasis. Am I reading it correctly?
Brenda
Forum:
her2group
09-08-2010, 07:10 AM
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Circulating Cell Recurrance test
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1,780
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Brenda S
Circulating Cell Recurrance test
I’ve heard of a test that predicts the likelihood of recurrence of breast cancer. I think it is called the “circulating cell” test. Does anyone have any knowledge or information on this? Who...
Forum:
her2group
04-20-2010, 07:42 AM
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What does this site mean to you?
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Brenda S
Re: What does this site mean to you?
What does this site mean to me? It means more than my meager language skills can articulate adequately. I'll try.
This site means the following to me:
Support, solace, information, kindness,...
Forum:
her2group
04-12-2010, 05:31 AM
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Alcohol and recurrance?
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Brenda S
Alcohol and recurrance?
Hello,
What is the latest information on the effect of consuming alcohol and recurrence of breast cancer? I heard that research was presented at San Antonio, supports this. Am I putting myself at...
Forum:
her2group
03-10-2010, 06:59 AM
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5 years and counting.
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1,963
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Brenda S
Re: 5 years and counting.
Congratulations! Long may you live and prosper! When does the countdown begin? At diagnosis? When treatment ends? I was diagnosed on March 18 2008, is next week my second anniversary?
Thanks,...
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Herceptin / Tykerb
02-22-2010, 06:33 AM
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Hair Issues
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4,668
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Hair Issues
Thanks ladies, I'll investigate Nioxin.
Forum:
her2group
02-22-2010, 06:30 AM
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Hair Issues
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1,763
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Hair Issues
Thanks Ladies, I appreciate all of your advice!
Forum:
her2group
02-19-2010, 10:56 AM
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Hair Issues
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1,763
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Hair Issues
Juanita,
I'm not taking anything other than some herbal suuplements--fish oil, olive oil and Vitamin D.
Brenda
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Herceptin / Tykerb
02-19-2010, 06:15 AM
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Hair Issues
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4,668
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Brenda S
Hair Issues
At the risk of sounding rather silly, I have a question about my hair. After completing the chemo regimen detailed in my profile my hair has still not fully returned. I lost it all during chemo. It...
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her2group
02-19-2010, 06:00 AM
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Hair Issues
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1,763
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Brenda S
Hair Issues
At the risk of sounding rather silly, I have a question about my hair. After completing the chemo regimen detailed in my profile my hair has still not fully returned. I lost it all during chemo. ...
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Herceptin / Tykerb
10-05-2009, 05:33 AM
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Side Effects of Ending Herceptin
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5,257
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Side Effects of Ending Herceptin
Since ending my chemotherapy--see below-- I have continually endured significant bone aches. I have an especially painful right hip. The "pain" is ongoing and is ever present. I did have a full...
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Herceptin / Tykerb
10-05-2009, 05:31 AM
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Please post your two cents on Herceptin "side effects" real or perceived!
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Brenda S
Re: Please post your two cents on Herceptin "side effects" real or perceived!
Since ending my chemotherapy--see below-- I have continually endured significant bone aches. I have an especially painful right hip. The "pain" is ongoing and is ever present.
Forum:
her2group
10-05-2009, 05:26 AM
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It's happening
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Brenda S
Re: It's happening
To LoveHer and Believe,
You have the heartfelt sympathy and empathy of those on here who have been where you are going. Time helped me heal when my sister-in law fell victim to this horrible...
Forum:
her2group
10-02-2009, 05:42 AM
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~In-Patient Hospice For Mighty Oak~Letting Go....
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2,418
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Brenda S
Re: ~In-Patient Hospice For Mighty Oak~Letting Go....
You have the empathy and sympathy of all of us here. We understand! Stand strong! My husband wears a t-shirt that says Cuck Fancer. I am praying for you and your inner peace.
Brenda
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her2group
10-01-2009, 11:22 AM
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please.. prayers for my husband
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Posted By
Brenda S
Re: please.. prayers for my husband
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
A quote I like is:
"Salvation is in the soul and spirit, not in muscles."
Brenda
Forum:
her2group
09-24-2009, 11:15 AM
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Its The Herceptin Price is Right Game Again
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1,922
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Its The Herceptin Price is Right Game Again
I live in SW Indiana. The amount paid to Anthem, our insurance carrier, is approximately $2800 per infusion. This includes the herceptin, saline, "tray" etc. The cost variance is astounding.
Forum:
her2group
09-15-2009, 05:45 AM
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Scared
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2,192
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Scared
We all understand. Many of us have faced similar situations. Fear of the unknown is horrible. Try to remain calm and know that science has made huge strides. Try get in to see a physician ASAP....
Forum:
her2group
08-14-2009, 07:56 AM
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Prayer request - Going into surgery in a few hours
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Brenda S
Re: Prayer request - Going into surgery in a few hours
May you be blessed with calm seas and following winds.
Brenda
Forum:
her2group
08-14-2009, 07:50 AM
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Recurrance
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1,990
Posted By
Brenda S
Re: Recurrance
At my first post herceptin follow up I asked my onc about recurrance and he told me that for cases like mine the odds were that cancer will recur in approx 10% of cases. That means that I have a...
Forum:
her2group
08-11-2009, 07:38 AM
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13
Now What?
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1,249
Posted By
Brenda S
Now What?
Friends,
I recently completed my 18th treatment of Herceptin and am now finished with all of my treatments. I saw my oncologist and he said we now just have to get on with life. I will see him...
Forum:
her2group
07-06-2009, 05:45 AM
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10
REcurrance Fears
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1,685
Posted By
Brenda S
Friends, As always, my sincere thanks and...
Friends,
As always, my sincere thanks and gratitude for taking the time to reply to my query. This is such a wonderful site. Your answers have reassured me and allayed my fears
Cheers,
Brenda
Forum:
her2group
07-03-2009, 01:25 PM
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10
REcurrance Fears
Views:
1,685
Posted By
Brenda S
REcurrance Fears
Friends,
I finished Herceptin in May and had my last infusion of Carboplatin/Taxotere last September. I had a full body bone scan in February that was completely clear and just a month ago had a...
Forum:
Herceptin / Tykerb
06-05-2009, 05:42 AM
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2
Post Herceptin Follow-Up
Views:
2,410
Posted By
Brenda S
Post Herceptin Follow-Up
Well,I've now completed my adjuvent chemotherapy as detailed in my profile. Is their a prescribed regimen of follow up care? After a year of herceptin, and six infusions of taxotere and carboplatin...
Forum:
her2group
05-19-2009, 05:50 AM
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7
Promising research for BC Mets?
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2,803
Posted By
Brenda S
Promising research for BC Mets?
Has anyone heard about research being done by Dr. Richard Junghans. I saw a piece on our local news last night about research he is doing with T-cells and metastatic BC. He says he has CURED cancer...
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