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Femara and post menopause
I have been on Letrozole also known as Femara since last April. This only work if you are post menopausal only (from what I have read). My cycles finished after my 2nd Chemo - so back in December 2016, and they have not returned. I have had a hormonal blood test and my results come back as NOT post menopausal. I am…
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Out of pocket expenses - share our stories
Greetings to all network members. I guess we have all received an email from BCNA encouraging us to take part in a survey conducted by the Consumers Health Forum - to find out more about 'out of pocket expenses'. I have already submitted my response. My main points were that lucky ducks like me have struck a good…
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Pink lady buns
I have just been to my local Bakers Delight. I made a goild coin donation, received a pink lady paper doll then wrote on it: DON'T IGNORE STAGE 4! They have displayed it in the middle of all the others.
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Mastectomy and reconstruction in the public system
Six years ago when I was diagnosed with breast cancer I didn’t have health insurance (and I still don’t). I had no option but to undergo my treatment in the public system. Initially I feared I might suffer in some way as a result, have to wait longer, have inferior treatment. But there was no waiting with cancer and on the…
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Letrozole FBM
This was my experience trying to get the For Benefit brand of Letrozole, where 100% of the profits go to BCNA and cancer research. I asked my GP about it, she had never heard of it (it had been a big news story on tv the night before). When she looked up brands of Letrozole on her computer, the FBM brand was not listed as…
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26/5/18 Missed Red flowers Birthday!!
My sincerest apologies for missing your birthday @redflower for the 26/5/18. So sending you a HUGE Belated Happy Birthday wish. Hope you had love, laughter, happiness, warmth, beauty, contentment, and cake. Hoping you were spoilt rotten and had an amazing day. Xx Cath
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FOUR CORNERS PROGAM ABC 2 MONDAY NIGHT 8.30
Hi Everyone.I just saw the tail end of an ad for Monday night's Four Corners Program on the ABC , all about 'bill shock' in the medical system,should be interesting! @Janie304 it might help you with your decision
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29/5/18 Thelma's Birthday Today!!!
Sending a Huge Happy Birthday wish to you @Thelma for your birthday today. Wishing you love, laughter, beauty, happiness, warmth, contentment, excitement and glorious cake. Hope your day has been magnificent. Xx Cath
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Nerve damage/ache/pain?
After 4 years since lumpectomy I have had aches on my ribs and on side of breast. Doctor said it is nerve pain. My GP says that after 4 years it couldn't possibly be nerve pain. Conflicting advice from health professionals. Anyone else been diagnosed with nerve pain/damage but not until years later?
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Post surgery
Hi guys, Surgery on Friday went well except for me reacting to medication I am on with the dye for sentinel node biopsy or the pain meds. Besides that a wide local excision and reduction to both breasts. I'm home today, little sleep as many of you would resonate with after being in hospital. I'm freaking out that after the…
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Genetic Testing
Hi everyone not sure if there was already a group about gentic Testing so sorry if there is one. I am looking to get the genetic test done to see if I carry the gene. Just waiting for the paperwork to come. If anyone has had it done could you please tell me a little bit about it..Do they test for all sorts of cancers or…
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Last TC chemo tomorrow Yay!
Tomorrow morning my chemo buddy @Kiwi Angel and I have our last chemo treatment. @Kiwi Angel in Sydney and me in Melbourne. I'm so excited and can't wait for this to be over, I've considered myself lucky to have a new breast friend taking this path with me. To share our experiences and symptoms. Someone I found through…
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having trouble accessing info
Hi just join the network to find some info on breast reconstruction options. But having problem looking at discussions, as it is telling me I need to join the group?? not sure what is going on
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Support Group Sunshine Coast
Hi, does anyone know of a support group on the Sunshine Coast (mooloolaba, maroochydore area) that meets regularly for coffee? I cant seem to find anything local other than specific groups aimed at "2nd time round" or "survivors". Apparently because I haven't finished treatment im not suited to these. Thanks in advance
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Radiation - a whole new challenge
Now Radiation Burns & dressings - who said it was easy ? Thanks all for your lovely comments & advice on holiday houses that are free (I have heard of the Otis houses as my daughter & her family went to one a few years ago). However it was difficult to go back into treatment after such a lovely break. Daily radiation trips…