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Invasion of the body snatcher
So all week I have been taking neurofen to dull a persistently throbbing tooth. In my heart of hearts I know I have to make a dentist appointment. But you know what? I was diagnosed end April, double mastectomy a fortnight later, reconstruction 3 weeks ago. Amidst all that I had root canal and a tooth extraction. And I’m…
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Vitamins and supplements
Is there a reputable fact sheet available for vitamins and mineral supplements, including possible benefits, that are ok to take alongside hormone treatment? I have just recently started taking Tamoxifen and will be moved on to AI's around December. At the moment Im taking Turmeric, Magnesium, Evening Primrose and…
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A roller coaster week for me
On Monday worrying about a new lump and waiting for an ultrasound of my left breast. On Tuesday the ultrasound showed it was definitely scar tissue re-organising itself after lumpectomy in June 2017 - Yaaay!!! On Wednesday went to my first Encore class. Fantastic leader and group, in the pool every week, and belly dancing…
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Vulnerability & Shame - Speaker
One of the guest speakers at the BC lunch I went to last week was talking about vulnerability and shame. I have to admit to being a little bit over the self-help pstcho-babble and inwardly cringed when we were asked to talk to our neighbours at the table but it turned out to be a very interesting presentation. It's based…
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Serena singing to raise awareness
https://youtu.be/uwsSq3Ez-_M
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Bladder cancer
Has anyone had their breast cancer go to the bladder. I recently went to Dr for stomach pain /discomfort and after cat scan was told I have a 17mm lump in my bladder the dr has told me that this would not be causing the discomfort in my abdomen but of course now I am worried that it is cancer I don't think I'm strong…
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You are invited to come & try Dragon Boating in Melbourne!!!
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Significant other
Hi. 6 days in on third round TC chemo. Hanging in OK, but quite teary and tired, so maybe making a mountain out of a molehill. But it's only me and hubby, surely it's not that hard to organise shopping and housework without fifty questions. It is sooo much easier to do it myself, although I have no energy. Also have…
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Sometimes humour is the best remedy
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Adelaide Encore - free hydrotherapy program
The new dates are on the YWCA Adelaide website for the free Encore program.Basically starts October as term 3 most of us don’t like going out in the cold. It is an 8 week program , 2 hours per week.Involves one hour hydrotherapy and each week is a guest speaker covering topics relevant to breast cancer.Is also a wonderful…
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Split nails
As a teenager my mum always told me that gelatin prevented split nails. Used it as a remedy a couple times over the past years but not being a jelly lover I usually gave up. Thought I would try it for chemo split nails but wasn't expecting much. One week later my nails have stopped splitting. Not sure if this is an old…
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GIRLS DAY OUT @PETER MAC
I was in at Peter Mac yesterday and picked up this flyer about a Girls Day Out next week 19th October. It's for Peter Mac patients and friend/carer. Looks like fun!
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Let’s talk about...S.E.X
Good evening lovelies...sorry for late post or lack of everything of late...just finished work and struggling with working full time...anyway I have a question on sex drive. Is it the letrazole...I do not have any interest in sex what so ever. I’m single and met someone recently and when I say met...I mean came to my…
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Singlet Tops
First of all, this is not an ad! I got a bit teary in the shops a couple of weeks ago when I saw some singlet tops out and realised that I won't ever be able to wear them (not if I want to look good, anyway). Then I saw these on the Amoena website - I think they're called Valletta. The prosthetic fits inside under the…
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Wig for whoever wants it
Earlier this year, the lovely @Molly001 sent me a wig that she no longer needed. I no longer need it and would like to pass it on to someone else. It is a shortish straight bob style, dark brown with a hint of red. If you want it, please let me know. If I don't get a response, I will donate it to the wig library at the…