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Putting it out there to my networks - Pyloric Stenosis, anyone???? Also, be your own advocate
Hi all I got my 4 year all clear mammogram and ultrasound in October (Yay). But some of you know that after BC treatment (surgery, chemo, radiation, Herceptin) was finished I was diagnosed with Achalasia a disease that makes it difficult for food to get into the stomach. I had major surgery for Achalasia last year. Things…
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High intensity excercise for joint pain
Has anyone had any experience with high intensity excercise to combat joint pain from arimidex? Having been on the tablets for 9 months I am quite sore. I take panadol osteo which helps but some days I just feel like I have run out of steam and don't want to fight the pains. A quiet day snd lots of walking helps. My…
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Unwell
Hi there I am in my second week of radiation for breast cancer and DCIS so I wonder if anyone is in my situation where they already have implants and if the radiation affected them and they had to be removed down the track which apparently there is a 40% chance they will. Also does anyone recommend acupuncture as I have…
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Shaving head to bald - do I go to a barber?
Hi ladies, Just diagnosed with BC early May and have done 3 out of 4 chemo sessions. I have a tiny bit of grey hair left all over but wanted to maybe shave it all off completely by going to a barber (so having a shiny completely bald head). Anyone else done this? Would love to hear from you. Thanks Kerrie x
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I'm not hideously disfigured...
I had a left side mastectomy on Tuesday. I have been really scared to look in the mirror. Finally worked up the courage today. I am ok, surprised myself....still me. Next step check up on Tuesday. Then more waiting to see if I need further treatment. I really want a bra now, but will wait till I'm less tender. My husband…
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Has anyone heard about the Keto diet helping to fight tumours?
Googling and reading today I came across information that a Ketogenic diet has been clinically proven to reduce squamous cell carcinomas- I don't think breast cancers are those, but is there any information on a Keto diet helping fight breast cancer? Anyone tried it?
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Work and taking leave for reconstruction
After nearly 18mths since my bilateral mastectomy, failed reconstruction and, rounds of fat grafting, I was finally given the exciting news that the skin has healed and is ready for an expander to be placed. This is the news I have been waiting for and the surgeon is able to fit me in early December!! The issue I have is I…
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An interesting Table on Stress Levels - which can lead to depression? Are You OK?
This is a very interesting way of working out your stress levels. Down the bottom is the 'Act if necessary' recommendations, depending on which level you may be at. There is help out there xx You do not walk alone.
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Work post chemo
Hi all. I did see a work group cant wwkrkout how to post to it So here goes. Im not sure what to do or how Ive worked all rhe way through chemo Due to finances. I furnished chemo in july had surgery in August Ive strated a new position on contract for 1 more month, slight chance of extension. May revert back to previous…
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Eyebrow tattoo / microblading / feathering in Melbourne for cancer patients
Searching for a reputable eyebrow tattoo service, for microblading / feathering in the Melbourne Metro region. Has anyone recently had this procedure done and do you know if there are any suppliers that offer a discounted rate for cancer patients?
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Dental issues
Hi, Ive just noticed a filling has fallen out of my back tooth. Should I see my normal dentist or do I need to see a dentist who deals with people undergoing chemo treatment? Thanks.
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Maca Gold
Prior to starting chemo I was taking Maca Gold to alleviate hot flushes. Once chemo started the Maca no longer worked so I went off it. Post chemo I decided to try Maca again. Four weeks later it didn’t make a difference to my hot flushes so I went off it. WHOA! I hadn’t realised it had alleviated my anxiety and I had a…
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Swelling in the reconstructed breast
Hi all, this is my first post. September 2017 I was diagnosed with 6cm tumour with node involvement - not visible on ultrasound or mammogram. May 2018 I had a skin sparing mastectomy ‘L’ breast with a spacer. In July 2018 I had the reconstruction done. Since then I have been just getting on with life. This included taking…
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What a fortnight!
17 Aug sat. Closed down business. Started cleaning up the mess 18 Aug sun. Cleaned up business. Had job interview 19 Aug mon. Had another job interview. Did more sorting and cleaning 20 Aug Tues. offered job. More cleaning and sorting. We have so much stock left. Had heart echo 21 Aug. Wed. More cleaning and sorting 22…
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GERMS IN THE REAL WORLD
Hi all I’m one month into 5 of chemo. I’m pretty paranoid about going out in public due to picking up a virus or something yucky from someone, and if I do I hold a scarf over my mouth!! Am I being over cautious? How do you approach this? I don’t want to be a recluse for 5 months. And I want to enjoy every moment too. Is…