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lucky save
those with hormone sensitive breast cancer , make sure u check the manufacturers website when it comes to anti depressants and such . one was prescribed for me and before i took it i read the write ups on the the website , its not recommended for people breast cancer
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Triple negative and menopause
Hi all, it’s been a while since I’ve visited this site, I have my 3rd year post treatment check up coming up in a few weeks, so far all clear 😁 I was wondering if any of you chemo induced menopausal women have any advice on skin care. I feel like my skin is ageing at a rapid rate. I’ve been taking silica, tried many…
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Blood Pressure changes with Chemotherapy
During my Paclitaxol Chemo last year I required a reduction in my anti-hypertensive drugs. My BP is still lower than my pre cancer diagnosis. I'm going to have it reviewed again as my BP is still lower. I haven't had any other significant changes. My weight is stable. Has anyone else noticed a lowering of blood pressure,…
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Stress, work and exercise
Hello ladies and gents , do you think stress had a part to play in your diagnosis? I was/am a bit of a workaholic - in my own business. Now I’m not sure how much to push myself. I want to prioritise exercise for my health and well-being , which is hard time -wise. I feel guilty taking time out for exercise during the day,…
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No energy
Diagnosed at 47 in Dec 2019 after I found a lump.My treatment consisted of lumpectomy, radiotherapy and Tamoxifen. About 3 months after starting Tamoxifen ( started April 2020 so 12 months ago ) it was like I hit a brick wall. I have little to no energy. I finished work at Christmas 2020 due to this and just do a little…
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Fasting and Sugar free diet to prevent return of cancer.
Can anyone point me in the direction of reliable research concerning fasting and sugar free diets preventing cancer reoccurance. I am in the middle of treatment for an aggressive type of cancer triple positive Grade 3, so want to give my body its best chance. Thank you
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Sleep
Hello Lovelies, I’m putting together a few things for a friend and she’s having problems sleeping. Has anyone tried the sleep mists you spray on your pillow before bed? Did it work? Or can you recommend anything? I have bought some bath salts...eye mask...thank you Nellie xx
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supplements
Anyone take supplements for other issues like tumeric etc??
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University says women should be advised of their Breast Density!!
South Australia Uni says that women SHOULD be advised of their breast density as it has such a bearing on their 'not so early' diagnosis .... https://www.adelaide.edu.au/robinson-research-institute/news/list/2020/12/09/women-should-be-told-about-their-breast-density-when-they-have-a-mammogram
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recommendation
I am hoping that I can ask about this, but please delete if not. I am 18 months post treatment for hormone positive breast cancer stage 1. I had a lumpectomy followed by radiotherapy which finished in November 2019. I am no longer under the care of the radio-oncologist and see the surgeon six monthly. I am on femera from…
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back on the bike
So three years ago before BC diagnose I would ride my push bike for leisure. Nothing too strenuous. If hubby wanted to go further I would just pop the motor on (I am a cheater). BC hit followed by chemo followed by vertigo. No bike riding. Today I hopped back on for a 5 km ride. One km in and my tail bone ached. I pushed…
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Do I or don’t I ?
I am 66 yes old - 3 years post lumpectomy and radiation Each review I’ve had means painful mammograms ( due to dense breasts) and ultra sounds - finishing off with a mammogram biopsy - yes at every review ! I’ve just had my third year review with the inevitable biopsy - results came back today as negative So here I am -…
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Ongoing nausea 9 weeks after chemo
Hi all, I hope someone can reassure me. I had a lot of nausea with chemo and am still sick 9 weeks later. My doctors say my insides just need to heal. Can this be right? Have been on Maxalon and Ondansetron for months with little effect. Can hardly eat, living on Sustagen drinks. Feeling quite low.
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(Vic) Lymphoedema Compression Garment Program Update
ICYMI, Victorians can now access funding for lymphoedema compression garments via SWEP. https://swep.bhs.org.au/news/353/LymphoedemaCompressionGarmentProgramUpdate/
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Alcohol
Watched a nutrition and breast cancer webinar yesterday which said should have less than 6grams of alcohol per day. Given that a standard drink is 10g that’s not much. Has anyone else been told this?