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3 sleeps to go!
Hi everyone, I just wanted to see who is getting excited for Sunday. I have just checked out the race map (I always need to know where I am going) and tonight I am going to finalize my music playlist. I have been thinking about what I should wear, long or 3/4 length leggings mmmmmmm. It's going to be a wonderful day and…
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Colds and Flu
Something went badly wrong with my post - I'm new to this, and it seems most of my text disappeared!! I was bemoaning the fact that I have had two doses of cold/flu this year, the first about 12 months after completing chemo. I know immunity is compromised during chemo, but thought it went back to normal after the drugs…
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Melanie
Hi, my name is Melanie and I was diagnosed with BC on 20th Oct and still trying to get my head around it. Had my second chemo last week and been feeling very ordinary since. Does anyone know if there is a group that meets up in the lower north shore that does yoga or mediation? Any recommendations would be amazing. Thank…
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PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY SYMPTOMS
Hi Ladies Maybe a dumb question but what are everyones symptoms for peripheral neuropathy. I have asked docs a couple of times, but never seem to get a straight answer. My feet/fingers never went really numb. Things don't feel right, but I can feel. Sort of a pins and needles sensation all the time. (not painful) Wasn't…
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A way to practice mindfulness
We’ve created stunning mandala illustrations to help you exercise mindfulness, drawing on your creativity as you fill the spaces with colour. A mandala is a simple way to focus on being in the present moment. - See more at: https://www.bcna.org.au/health-wellbeing/bcna-mandala/#sthash.woTUsx5h.dpuf We’ve created stunning…
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A new chapter
Hi girls it's been such a while since ive chatted to you guys. I've been trying to dig myself out of a rut the last few months been quite down, along with my other illness PRV which is a form of leukemia, I now am on oral chemo daily possibly forever and that has zapped all my oomph. 3 weeks ago I shut the door at work…
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Fitness groups near McKinnon
Hi! I am very keen to improve my fitness and keep up a regular exercise regime, as it is now proven that this would prevent breast cancer recurrence. Does anyone know of any personal training groups or fitness exercise groups close to McKinnon in Melbourne? I am not one who is motivated enough to exercise on my own, and…
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Cold and Flu
After my first hair cut, it has grown back more like it used to be. Oh well, the curls were nice while they lasted!
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Genetic Testing - All Clear
Finally got results back from genetic testing. Found to have no mutation of the PTEN gene. Told that having had 3 different, unrelated cancers and wide family history of unrelated cancers is just a matter of bad luck. So I won't be buying lotto tickets in the hope of winning it big as it seems I already have - I beat…
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And more decision making; how much more of this can I take!
I am really sorry that this is not one if my normal flarey blog posts but everything is taking its toll on me and my head is just so overwelmed with emotions, information, thoughts, etc....... So it is Tuesday, November 17, we have been to the oncologist and this is the news! The cancer has been removed, there is no…
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the mind is a powerful thing
Hi to all the inspirational ladies I am going to share a personal story that dominated my week. My partner had an ultrasound of his manly bits this week due to having some pain down there. When he got home from this experience i noticed his films on the table and asked whether he had a look at them. He was under the…
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It is the little things ......
Hi Ladies Having read 'Butt Naked' by Ne and the lovely responses I am reminded that the little things in life do bring us pleasure and hope. Having had a lot of bad times recently it is the happy memories which have kept me going. How about everyone think of one small memorable thing - whether it be something seen in…
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Comfortable Lingerie
Good morning ladies Firstly, a BIG THANK YOU to Robyn W for recommending the el cheapo $12 crop top pocket bra from Best n Less. Finding a store during the weekend I bought 2 bras to try. They have a great range, ever so feminine. Remove their thin filler and in goes your prosthesis. I did need to buy a larger size to get…
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Radiation
hi ladies hope all is well with you all, can anyone who has done radiation tell me whether it is ok to go swimming? I'm on to treatment number 12 tomorrow. Wishing everyone a happy Sunday, Glynnis ??????????????
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Fertility Options-Advise
Hi ladies!! (apoligies for long post) I am really hoping for some advise and would like to here of other peoples experiences with fertility. I was diagnoised with grade 2 invasive ductal carcinoma (has been removed). but I have hormone positive DCIS. I have been told that I will need chemo, anti hormone theraphy and…