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Is there such a thing as post tramatic syndrome after breast cancer treatment? If there is I got broadsided with it today.Wasn"t prepared for it!!
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anonymous
Survivor since 2003
Morning Jo. I think with anything traumatic in your life it is possible to have a bout with post traumatic stress syndrome And dealing with breast cancer is very traumatic we stay strong we stay positive we keep on moving but yet some days it all seems so overwhelming. What we have been...
5 comments 2Morning Jo. I think with anything traumatic in your life it is possible to have a bout with post traumatic stress syndrome And dealing with breast cancer is very traumatic we stay strong we stay positive we keep on moving but yet some days it all seems so overwhelming. What we have been through and it just never seems to end. Those small mighty pills throw us for a loop. Your journey has been an intense journey I cannot even imagine how it was. Mine was a piece of cake kind of took the easy way out with the multiple mastectomies. So you are definitely entitled to days of being overwhelmed I certainly have those days have myself a little cry then tell myself it's not that bad start to count my blessings and try my best to get through the day. I'll call a friend we'll commiserate together and laugh. You are not alone. Sending you a big big gentle bear hug.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2007
I completely agree... it is the most traumatic event most of us have ever faced. One day you are sailing along and next you are hit with a diagnosis of breast cancer and mentally facing your own mortality. It is sobering, and a pretty tough journey. I am on an anti-depressant or I would be...
3 comments 2I completely agree... it is the most traumatic event most of us have ever faced. One day you are sailing along and next you are hit with a diagnosis of breast cancer and mentally facing your own mortality. It is sobering, and a pretty tough journey. I am on an anti-depressant or I would be sitting in the corner drooling and talking to myself. I feel... "normal" and can think rationally. I think we all have up and down days. I find much support with everyone on this site because we are pretty much in the same boat. Here we can find total understanding and acceptance. If you haven't been where we have, it is difficult to have any idea of what your body and mind goes through. We are all on this battlefield together, my sisters. Love and understanding to all. Sharon
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Last week I started taking the pill for a form as a cancer blocker. Everyday I get up with a headache and I feel depressed after I take the meds and on top of that I have to take these for 5yrs.What do y'all think I should do??
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Thanks Sharon will do;)
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Are you saying that you are taking the contraceptive pill as a form of hormone blocker?????????
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I'd been diagnosed by invasive ductal carcinoma last year and i'll get my 9th herceptin as the last one because of its hart effect i cant get more i'm too worried about the cancer comes back and some times i become too depressed to do any thing
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
I am also receiving herceptin until the end of January 2013 or so. You know, my oncologist told me that many studies have shown that 6 months or so of herceptin are as effective as 1 year. Since the data isn't entirely conclusive, my protocol is to stay at a year for treatment, BUT just know...
Comment 1I am also receiving herceptin until the end of January 2013 or so. You know, my oncologist told me that many studies have shown that 6 months or so of herceptin are as effective as 1 year. Since the data isn't entirely conclusive, my protocol is to stay at a year for treatment, BUT just know that studies have shown that less herceptin is as effective. Rest assured that you've received enough to help you fight it off!! GOOD LUCK!
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anonymous
Stage 3A Patient
I just had surgery for colon cancer and while I was in the hospital I was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy from the Herceptin I was getting or breast cancer. My heart is at 30-35%. Cardiologist sys no more. I'm on drugs to strengthen my heart. But I am starting chemo on Friday that will benefit both...
Comment 0I just had surgery for colon cancer and while I was in the hospital I was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy from the Herceptin I was getting or breast cancer. My heart is at 30-35%. Cardiologist sys no more. I'm on drugs to strengthen my heart. But I am starting chemo on Friday that will benefit both the colon and breast cancer. Ask your oncologist for an alternative plan.
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35 years old everything going perfect, Never thought I will ever be DX with breast cancer, How? and Why? Tears
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I understand exactly how you feel because I felt the same way. Once I got through the shock, I focused on treatment. I read as much as I could about my options and leaned on my husband and great friends. I learned a lot about myself through the experience. I am through all treatments and moving...
Comment 2I understand exactly how you feel because I felt the same way. Once I got through the shock, I focused on treatment. I read as much as I could about my options and leaned on my husband and great friends. I learned a lot about myself through the experience. I am through all treatments and moving on with my life. My advice would be to take very good care of yourself through everything. Best of luck to you and keep us posted. God bless you.
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anonymous
Stage 2B Patient
Can't quite get you off my mind tonight. I am a member of a facebook group called We Are Sisters that has been a tremendous help. We started the group right after two women randomly walked me through my first few days of shock finding out I had cancer. I am so thankful for them all, and...
Comment 2Can't quite get you off my mind tonight. I am a member of a facebook group called We Are Sisters that has been a tremendous help. We started the group right after two women randomly walked me through my first few days of shock finding out I had cancer. I am so thankful for them all, and encourage you to join us and ask questions there. It is hard to even know what questions to ask at this point. But I do know the random spinning that your head must be going through. My first day was shock and I was strong. The second day my face kept leaking, even though I didn't break down. The third day, I found myself alone at home and couldn't take it. I went to a bar and "celebrated" boobies. Was not one of my finer moments. The next day I "ran away from home", which ... I kept my family informed of where I was the whole time, but I just felt I needed to get away. The following day, I hid like a hermit and decided I was not fit for public consumption. Finally, I had the day come around that I admitted to myself and my husband that I was ready to comply with whatever was demanded of me. This journey you are about to embark upon is not just a physical challenge. It is an emotional rollercoaster. Know that however you feel is okay. Become selfish for the first time in your life. Start removing all negativity from your life now. Protect yourself from stress and drama. Know that we are out here to embrace you on your sleepless nights. I am having one of those tonight. I used to be sad for people who found out they had cancer. Now it breaks my heart with every new diagnosis. This is not easy, but it is doable. I have so many cool suggestions of things I did to help me through surgery and recovery that I would love to share with you when you are ready. I don't come on this site often, but will try to follow up on you. I want to know how you are doing.
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Any information on counseling for free in Denver? Preferably cancer related...
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anonymous
Survivor since 2007
Here is some I just "googled"
http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/centers/cancercenter/
CancerCare/LearnAboutCancer/Pages/CICL.aspx/http://www.amc.org/programs.html
http://www.regis.edu/regis.asp?sctn=sl&p1=pc&p2=sscet
Good luck to you.... take care, Sharon
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anonymous
Stage 2A Patient
Thank you!!
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First mammogram since diagnosis and treatment is Monday. How many ways to say I am nervous? Used to be routine. Not any more. Taking my husband along for support.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Out of everything thing I've done that mammogram made me the most nervous. But it was pure joy when it came back clear. God Bless and good thoughts for your mammogram.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Hi Nancy, I am going for my first mammogram 1 year after my diagnosis on Monday I know how you are feeling may all come back clear good luck
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Does double mastectomy mean removing both breasts? My grandmother just got diagnose with breast cancer again. She's now had it in both breasts so it makes sense, but I'm only fourteen so I'm lost.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2009
Yes double mastectomy does mean removal of both breasts. I had a double mastectomy march 14 th 2010. I was 49. It is very confusing and scary. I tried to keep in mind my breasts were not something I needed to keep alive, but if they were not removed that would be a likely possibility. So the...
Comment 0Yes double mastectomy does mean removal of both breasts. I had a double mastectomy march 14 th 2010. I was 49. It is very confusing and scary. I tried to keep in mind my breasts were not something I needed to keep alive, but if they were not removed that would be a likely possibility. So the decesion was not difficult for me. Each person's situation is different, I had chemo before mastectomy, the mastectomy and then more chemo. I was in the hospital for the mastectomy for 7 days. I went home with 4 drains in. I got the drains taken out 2weeks after surg. I returned to work on the 4th or 5th week after surg. I healed well. I had to do some self physical therapy to get my right arm back to normal from where they took out some lymph nodes. I now have complete use of both arms with no swelling. You and/or your grandmother need to consult with her Ono team. Your local cancer center treatment center is a good resource to get in formation. The Internet is ok, but some times it can scare a person. As mentioned above it will be a great help and comfort for her if you are there to support her. Good luck and wish you both well and speedy recovery.
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anonymous
Stage 0 Patient
Double mastectomy is the removal of both breasts. I hope you will talk to your grandmother and give her lots of encouragement. Prayers for her recovery!
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As the days count down to the start of my year long treatment I find myself getting sadder & madder. I am also worrying about minor things like finding a wig Instead of getting my fmla & disability papers signed.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
You are so normal. In many ways we grieve our old self and the healthy person we once were just as we would in the death of a loved one . I had my diagnotic ultrasound and mammogram on Valentines Day last year and I felt so cheated since my husband and I had worked collectively 69 years to...
Comment 4You are so normal. In many ways we grieve our old self and the healthy person we once were just as we would in the death of a loved one . I had my diagnotic ultrasound and mammogram on Valentines Day last year and I felt so cheated since my husband and I had worked collectively 69 years to retire only to begin the long journey of treatment but this site and these women have been a tower of strength and companionship. Get mad, sad and cry tonight and start again tomorrow. You have a long life filled with joy ahead of you. Shout out to us regularly. Have a good one. Peace keep your heart. Jo ;-D
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
All those feelings Are normal and expected to be honest with you. Anyone who tells you have no right to be angry or you shouldn't be angry has no idea what wer going thru. I'll be praying for you God bless you and it'll get easier as time goes by...promise. Hang in there and pray.
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I had double mastectomy My 1st...started out as a stage 1 now Iam a stage 3...Im very scared...I have to wait to heal before I begin 5 months of chemo then 5 months of radiation...then Hormones....Please if someone can reach out to me...
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
Stay strong! It seems like a long road ahead, but you will be surprised at how fast it will go by. Reach out to others and don't be afraid to ask for support.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2003
So sorry you have to go through this. Surround yourself with loved ones and do something that brings you joy each day! You are strong and loved. Rest and cry when you need to. Keep the questions coming and let us know how you are doing. We are here for you!
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Finished chemo and lumpectomy less than 3 wks away. Been strong through it all but suddenly feeling very emotional. Tumor has shrunk and no nodes indicated so all positives. Guess it's the unknown...??
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anonymous
Survivor since 2013
There's always fear of the unknown. It sounds like you had a good response with chemo, congrats. You will be OK, I'm certain, take care.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2003
Congrats on finishing chemo! Celebrate! It is normal to have a roller coaster of emotions during the cancer journey. Allow yourself to feel the emotion, then try to move on to something that brings you joy. Yoga is a great stress reliever! If you feel blue most of the time, talk with your...
Comment 2Congrats on finishing chemo! Celebrate! It is normal to have a roller coaster of emotions during the cancer journey. Allow yourself to feel the emotion, then try to move on to something that brings you joy. Yoga is a great stress reliever! If you feel blue most of the time, talk with your doctor. Love this quote: Don't miss the sun today, worrying about the rain coming tomorrow! I am an 11 year BC survivor and still worry... but please trust me.... it does get better and life is good after breast cancer! Wishing you a smooth surgery and recovery. Keep us posted on how you are doing! We care about you!
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