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My Breast Cancer Journey
My cancer journey started in August of 2011, two days after my 46th birthday! I wasn't a regular breast checker or had utilised the early detection mammogram network. I had mammograms before don't get me wrong, but I always passed those with flying colours. NEVER imagining I would develop an early breast cancer. Besides…
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Exercise!
Hi ladies:) Yesterday,I had my first of 5 sessions in one of the gym classes that has started up at LifeHouse ,with the exercise physiologist.There was myself and 2 other ladies.We all had different stories and treatments,but of course the one common thread was cancer.I had the best time,and we were all happily exhausted…
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Pending Fringe Party
I often wonder as each month goes by, if I will remember to hop on here and say what is going on, because the further away from treatment, the more you want to forget and move on. However, I am still happy to be of help to those who want to read from one of the "Survivors". The two greatest things for me were loss of my…
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gypsygirl
Well its confirmed - im now another statistic. I havebreast cancer. Our lives have changed dorever and I've been thrown head first on this tumultuous journey. Im devastated and sad - oh so sad!! Its a strange sad kind of like grief but not? Confused. Writing makes it better because I cant talk about it yet - too hard. Its…
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Super foods
Hello everybody Just curious as to whether you see benefits in the so called “Super Foods” like linseeds (flaxseeds), blueberries, broccoli and tea (especially green) helping to guard against certain cancers. Since my BC diagnosis last month (I have DCIS) I have done a complete turnaround in what I eat. I am having a…
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Trouble with Health Insurance
Today is day 21 of my 21 day cycle when I should me in the best post-chemo state I am likely to reach during my 18wks on TCH Chemo. Here's what happened to my day to rapidly reduce me to an tearful exhausted state and show me how close to the edge I am even on a good day. Wigs: are they covered under my MBFHealthsmart…
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Exercise nazi! Lol
Hi Ladies:) I had my second session with the exercise physiologist,and I enjoyed it as much as the first.I want to say here,that it definitely helps to have someone encouraging and pushing you a bit.And telling you how well you are doing!I have always loved exercise,but when it's a bit out of your comfort zone,it is very…
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Crop top
Well ladies, I found a great little crop top today, which is cheap as chips and very handy! Its not the top of the range, but it's great. I found it in "Best n Less" and the brand is ed-it-ed. It has removable cups, so for me, being small breasted, I just took out one cup,and left the cup in on my mastectomy side. It looks…
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Poor Boobs
Some girls are looking into getting a boob job once everything settles. Can we get BCNA to coordinate a space where people can comment and share their experiences re reconstruction ( OR NOT). Both my Mum and I were scared of the idea as it just seemed like more invasive surgery. Would love to hear from others. Annie…
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Updated profile picture
Thought it was time to replace hair-girl with wig girl! You got blond not chestnut! Love my wigs. Found they are cheaper out of the States online than through local Melbourne supplier. Travelling to Oman tomorrow. Very excited..... Julie
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Just Because I'm Crying
I've heard people complain that it's impossible for anyone to stay positive all the time and that all of the recent advice about happiness and positivity is, therefore, complete bullshoot. Well, yes and no. Yes, I agree that it's impossible for everyone to be happy all the time. No, that doesn't mean it's not worth making…
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Wig Shopping
I start my chemo in about 3 weeks and thought I would go wig shopping soon :) I know the Cancer Council in WA has a hire service and was wondering if anyone has used this and what you think about hiring versus buying a wig? As we only need them for a relatively short period of time I think I will try to hire one if I can…
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Sick again!
Well hello ladies, I last posted 11/2 after my 2nd last chemo (Docetaxol). Thought I would keep you updated with my proactive plan. Had the chemo on the Tuesday, came down off the steroids on the Thurs night, Friday comes and the aches and pains are there, with Panadol they are manageable, rash came but not itchy and…
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Live Field in 2014!
Yay BCNA! Another wonderful live field is being planned-in May 2014. Ladies all over Australia, try to attend. The last one was such an inspiration! You cannot imagine the feeling you get when all is hushed and we are in the shape of our dearest Pink Lady, with our dearest ones to share this special, emotional time. An…
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8 months passed the treatment
I read the wonderful messages about how different life is for people after battling the cancer experience, and I decided to put my thoughts down, because we are all different. I had a year away from life last year, from October the year before and was quite surprised how "normal" life still has been. I am still me, and my…