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Lymph nodes
hi gals. Ive had my mastectomy 14mnths ago, triple neg, did 16 rounds chemo n 25 radiation. Got through it ok, now 6 mnths later, accute lyphodema. My arm is huge and painful and swelling across chest, dark burgundy/black patches on skin. Had scans galore and mri has detected cancer in some of remaining nodes. Going for…
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Gap for 3D mammograms and ultrasounds
I live on the Gold Coast and was diagnosed with breast cancer 2016, following surgery and radiotherapy all ok (I think) for follow up now with mammograms and ultrasounds for 5 years (I think), I have dense breasts so 3D mammograms or MRI preferably are best. My surgeon refers me to Womens Imaging SCR, Southport and it is…
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Implants
Hello Everyone I have not been involved for a while but have a question for anyone on the Sunshine Coast. As my Plastic Surgeon who did my reconstructions has now retired could I ask if there are any recommendations for the Sunshine Coast area. Thanks Maree
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Prolia Injections
Hi After having a lumpectomy with removal of 11 lymph nodes, I had Chemo and Radiotherapy. Was put on Arimidex only to find my body ached from top to toe for 18 months before I had a rest then changed to Exemestane, had bone density test and my specialist said all was great. Haven’t had aches and pains caused by medication…
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Three and a half years out and exhausted!!
Hi there, Do others who are this far out from surgery and radiation (still taking Tamoxifen) suffer from a whole body and mind exhaustion? I work as an Early Childhood teacher and have returned to work full time this year, after working four last year. I don't know if it's the Tamoxifen, my age (57) or the job..or all of…
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Complete Pathological Response
I had my surgery (wide local excision and sentinel node biopsy) 2 wks ago, today I saw my surgeon and the pathology report showed a complete pathological response!!! So pleased! I have a bit of a seroma but not enough to warrant drainage, hopefully it’s gone by the time I have my radiation planning on the 12th, now to…
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Ibrance and PBS
Hi everyone from a lovely winter day of 30 degrees in Alice Springs. Don't worry, it will get down to one degree by the end of the week, I am trying to find out what the very latest is on Ibrance (and related drugs), gaining PBS in Australia. I read recently it was approved for subsidy for some people which is great news,…
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Makes me see red
I read, today, an intersting article on the ABC website about some of the issues faced by rural and regional people who have breast cancer or are at high risk of developing it. I'm not as remote as the woman who was featured, but even here there are struggles. One of the biggest issues is affordable specialist care. There…
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How long after being diagnosed with BC did u have/start treatment?
I feel like i have been going in circles. With test and options but no action. Just wondering how long others waited?
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Mean Cosmic Clowns.
Hello all....I've been off the radar for the past two weeks due to yet another 14 day stint in hospital. This time the Demonic Cosmic Clowns got out their bastardly deck of cards and decided to toss yet another onto the table. Just been told they have good news and bad news. I haven't had a stroke, but.... I do have a…