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much love to her for being the strong woman that she is. as much as dex was being cheeky, it doesn't hurt for your man to pay close attention to your tits - but girls - it's up to you to know if your breasts have changed. be vigilant! the shower is the best place to examine them.  She couldn't stop crying 'cause she knew he was gone to stay | |
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Praise God! I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. It was diagnosed last year right before my 31st birthday. I have been married for 13 years and have three kids (ages 11, 7 and 8). I have been through A LOT in the last 12 months. As a matter of fact, I am still on chemo from last October. I was on it from Oct - March, then again June until the end of this November. I've had a mastectomy and hopefully can have reconstruction next year when I am done with all of my treatments (I have to take this experimental drug until next June).
Let me say, that I was prepared for the mastectomy, but the day my long, naturally curly hair fell out, I cried like my heart was broken. The long months of being totally bald were terrible. I gained 20 pounds, stopped having my periods, and basically stopped having a relationship with my husband. My hair began growing back kind of good in June. I stopped wearing wigs and scarfs then, and just let my sister style it into a really short hair-do. It was about this time that a suspicious spot was noticed on my 10th rib. I had to start chemo again!!! I was devasted and petrified that I would soon die from this terrible disease from hell. But it was then that the faith I thought I had really grew and took over. I made some major changes in my life. I really embraced my Christianity and total belief in God's healing power. I squash all negativity in when it approaches me. I quit eating sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), all meat from the grocery store, including eggs. (I only eat organic, free-range meat and eggs--which isn't very often), and I also don't eat anything with partially-hydrogenated oil and artificial colors in it. So basically I eat fresh vegatables and fruits, wild-caught fish, whole grains and nuts, drink lots of spring water and tea. I also began taking lots of vitamins and herbal supplements. At my last bone scan, the spot they saw in June has shrunk, in fact, this technician thought it was more arthritic than cancerous!!!! And my CT scans are all normal! That's my story, told in a few paragraphs. If anyone has any questions about breast cancer, please feel free to org-note me. I know tons about it, and what it takes to make yourself better. To quote one of my favorite preachers, Creflo Dollar, "You do not have to believe the report of the doctor." | |
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dustysgirl said: Praise God! I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. It was diagnosed last year right before my 31st birthday. I have been married for 13 years and have three kids (ages 11, 7 and 8). I have been through A LOT in the last 12 months. As a matter of fact, I am still on chemo from last October. I was on it from Oct - March, then again June until the end of this November. I've had a mastectomy and hopefully can have reconstruction next year when I am done with all of my treatments (I have to take this experimental drug until next June).
Let me say, that I was prepared for the mastectomy, but the day my long, naturally curly hair fell out, I cried like my heart was broken. The long months of being totally bald were terrible. I gained 20 pounds, stopped having my periods, and basically stopped having a relationship with my husband. My hair began growing back kind of good in June. I stopped wearing wigs and scarfs then, and just let my sister style it into a really short hair-do. It was about this time that a suspicious spot was noticed on my 10th rib. I had to start chemo again!!! I was devasted and petrified that I would soon die from this terrible disease from hell. But it was then that the faith I thought I had really grew and took over. I made some major changes in my life. I really embraced my Christianity and total belief in God's healing power. I squash all negativity in when it approaches me. I quit eating sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), all meat from the grocery store, including eggs. (I only eat organic, free-range meat and eggs--which isn't very often), and I also don't eat anything with partially-hydrogenated oil and artificial colors in it. So basically I eat fresh vegatables and fruits, wild-caught fish, whole grains and nuts, drink lots of spring water and tea. I also began taking lots of vitamins and herbal supplements. At my last bone scan, the spot they saw in June has shrunk, in fact, this technician thought it was more arthritic than cancerous!!!! And my CT scans are all normal! That's my story, told in a few paragraphs. If anyone has any questions about breast cancer, please feel free to org-note me. I know tons about it, and what it takes to make yourself better. To quote one of my favorite preachers, Creflo Dollar, "You do not have to believe the report of the doctor." THANK YOU so much for sharing that. How blessed we are and your family is that you are here to tell it. I hope things continue to go well .  | |
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AlfofMelmak said: tackam said: Thank you.
Whether or not there is a biopsy will depend on what they see on the ultrasound. If they are concerned, not sure if they will do a needle biopsy right then and there or schedule surgical biopsy for later. We'll see. It's probably nothing. I'm 24, no family history. . .but it's still nervewracking. tackam. I just checked my database to find that it's very, very rare that a woman so young has breast cancer. I hope it eases your mind a little. Keep us posted though  Thank you, that was sweet of you.
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dustysgirl said: Praise God! I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. It was diagnosed last year right before my 31st birthday. I have been married for 13 years and have three kids (ages 11, 7 and 8). I have been through A LOT in the last 12 months. As a matter of fact, I am still on chemo from last October. I was on it from Oct - March, then again June until the end of this November. I've had a mastectomy and hopefully can have reconstruction next year when I am done with all of my treatments (I have to take this experimental drug until next June).
Let me say, that I was prepared for the mastectomy, but the day my long, naturally curly hair fell out, I cried like my heart was broken. The long months of being totally bald were terrible. I gained 20 pounds, stopped having my periods, and basically stopped having a relationship with my husband. My hair began growing back kind of good in June. I stopped wearing wigs and scarfs then, and just let my sister style it into a really short hair-do. It was about this time that a suspicious spot was noticed on my 10th rib. I had to start chemo again!!! I was devasted and petrified that I would soon die from this terrible disease from hell. But it was then that the faith I thought I had really grew and took over. I made some major changes in my life. I really embraced my Christianity and total belief in God's healing power. I squash all negativity in when it approaches me. I quit eating sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), all meat from the grocery store, including eggs. (I only eat organic, free-range meat and eggs--which isn't very often), and I also don't eat anything with partially-hydrogenated oil and artificial colors in it. So basically I eat fresh vegatables and fruits, wild-caught fish, whole grains and nuts, drink lots of spring water and tea. I also began taking lots of vitamins and herbal supplements. At my last bone scan, the spot they saw in June has shrunk, in fact, this technician thought it was more arthritic than cancerous!!!! And my CT scans are all normal! That's my story, told in a few paragraphs. If anyone has any questions about breast cancer, please feel free to org-note me. I know tons about it, and what it takes to make yourself better. To quote one of my favorite preachers, Creflo Dollar, "You do not have to believe the report of the doctor."
WOW...thank you so much for sharing your story. You are truly an inspiration. Congratulations on your recovery!!! :F: | |
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Thank you HollowellSA for this thread. My ex-boss (male) died from breast cancer on 14th February this year at the age of 49 years. The final weeks were just so horrible for him and his family. May God bless everyone and much love to all. | |
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dustysgirl said: Praise God! I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. It was diagnosed last year right before my 31st birthday. I have been married for 13 years and have three kids (ages 11, 7 and 8). I have been through A LOT in the last 12 months. As a matter of fact, I am still on chemo from last October. I was on it from Oct - March, then again June until the end of this November. I've had a mastectomy and hopefully can have reconstruction next year when I am done with all of my treatments (I have to take this experimental drug until next June).
Let me say, that I was prepared for the mastectomy, but the day my long, naturally curly hair fell out, I cried like my heart was broken. The long months of being totally bald were terrible. I gained 20 pounds, stopped having my periods, and basically stopped having a relationship with my husband. My hair began growing back kind of good in June. I stopped wearing wigs and scarfs then, and just let my sister style it into a really short hair-do. It was about this time that a suspicious spot was noticed on my 10th rib. I had to start chemo again!!! I was devasted and petrified that I would soon die from this terrible disease from hell. But it was then that the faith I thought I had really grew and took over. I made some major changes in my life. I really embraced my Christianity and total belief in God's healing power. I squash all negativity in when it approaches me. I quit eating sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), all meat from the grocery store, including eggs. (I only eat organic, free-range meat and eggs--which isn't very often), and I also don't eat anything with partially-hydrogenated oil and artificial colors in it. So basically I eat fresh vegatables and fruits, wild-caught fish, whole grains and nuts, drink lots of spring water and tea. I also began taking lots of vitamins and herbal supplements. At my last bone scan, the spot they saw in June has shrunk, in fact, this technician thought it was more arthritic than cancerous!!!! And my CT scans are all normal! That's my story, told in a few paragraphs. If anyone has any questions about breast cancer, please feel free to org-note me. I know tons about it, and what it takes to make yourself better. To quote one of my favorite preachers, Creflo Dollar, "You do not have to believe the report of the doctor." Thank you so much for sharing this story with us. God bless you and much love to you and your family | |
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Thanks for all of the kind words and thoughts. I just want to be able to help anyone else get through this ordeal. One in eight women will get breast cancer. One in four Americans will get some sort of cancer in their lifetime. Isn't that terrible? My family doctor is sure that it is because of what we eat and how we live. | |
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dustysgirl said: Thanks for all of the kind words and thoughts. I just want to be able to help anyone else get through this ordeal. One in eight women will get breast cancer. One in four Americans will get some sort of cancer in their lifetime. Isn't that terrible? My family doctor is sure that it is because of what we eat and how we live.
by posting your story, you have helped people. Thank you again | |
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Had my ultrasound today, the doctor says I'm totally fine. Whew. Thanks for the supportive words, peeps. | |
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tackam said: Had my ultrasound today, the doctor says I'm totally fine. Whew. Thanks for the supportive words, peeps.
That's great news! | |
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tackam said: Had my ultrasound today, the doctor says I'm totally fine. Whew. Thanks for the supportive words, peeps.
I am so glad to hear that | |
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dustysgirl said: Praise God! I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. It was diagnosed last year right before my 31st birthday. I have been married for 13 years and have three kids (ages 11, 7 and 8). I have been through A LOT in the last 12 months. As a matter of fact, I am still on chemo from last October. I was on it from Oct - March, then again June until the end of this November. I've had a mastectomy and hopefully can have reconstruction next year when I am done with all of my treatments (I have to take this experimental drug until next June).
Let me say, that I was prepared for the mastectomy, but the day my long, naturally curly hair fell out, I cried like my heart was broken. The long months of being totally bald were terrible. I gained 20 pounds, stopped having my periods, and basically stopped having a relationship with my husband. My hair began growing back kind of good in June. I stopped wearing wigs and scarfs then, and just let my sister style it into a really short hair-do. It was about this time that a suspicious spot was noticed on my 10th rib. I had to start chemo again!!! I was devasted and petrified that I would soon die from this terrible disease from hell. But it was then that the faith I thought I had really grew and took over. I made some major changes in my life. I really embraced my Christianity and total belief in God's healing power. I squash all negativity in when it approaches me. I quit eating sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), all meat from the grocery store, including eggs. (I only eat organic, free-range meat and eggs--which isn't very often), and I also don't eat anything with partially-hydrogenated oil and artificial colors in it. So basically I eat fresh vegatables and fruits, wild-caught fish, whole grains and nuts, drink lots of spring water and tea. I also began taking lots of vitamins and herbal supplements. At my last bone scan, the spot they saw in June has shrunk, in fact, this technician thought it was more arthritic than cancerous!!!! And my CT scans are all normal! That's my story, told in a few paragraphs. If anyone has any questions about breast cancer, please feel free to org-note me. I know tons about it, and what it takes to make yourself better. To quote one of my favorite preachers, Creflo Dollar, "You do not have to believe the report of the doctor." I am sorry to hear all that you have been through but I am glad that you have found your own answers and your story has, and will, encourage others. It is true that a healthy diet will prevent the chances of developing cancer and in some cases can help the recovery process. Reducing toxins you take into the body and allowing your body to heal itself. I think any advice you receive from doctors or preachers has to be interpreted in your own way. We unfortunately don’t have ALL the answers and many people are different in their response to treatment. The good news is that although 1 in 4 people will develop some form of cancer in their life we are getting a better handle on CURING these diseases. There was a time, not so long ago, that cancer cure was merely a remission before the next episode. Of those that we are best prepared to deal with, breast cancer is one of THE most curable and 20 or 30 year survival is certainly not unheard of (as some of us above have experienced great news).
Check regularly girls, the earlier the better ALWAYS without exception. In MANY cases (the majority of cases in fact) the lump will be cystic or benign. Again, All the best to anyone, or the families and friends of anyone, going through treatment at the moment. Just to clarify though dustygirl cancer cells DO NOT “feed on sugar” the body needs sugar to live and fight disease, be careful what you say because people can take you literally, good luck. Happy is he who finds out the causes for things.Virgil (70-19 BC). Virgil was such a lying bastard! | |
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tackam said: Had my ultrasound today, the doctor says I'm totally fine. Whew. Thanks for the supportive words, peeps.
Congrats tackam. You don't scare me; i got kids | |
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Good luck to all those who are dealing with this horrible disease..My mom had it and is now cancer free 3 years as of September 28th. Although hers was found on a routine mammogram because she never did self exams.....I asked for routine mammograms after this happened , however I have always done self exams.....so don't look at the negatives....so many people survive breast cancer now..it truly amazes me! Also..can we also throw out there that MEN, too; get breast cancer....alot of people don't realize that...but they do...so men....check your breasts too!!!!! "Let me take you away from here.........forever" | |
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Kellie said: Good luck to all those who are dealing with this horrible disease..My mom had it and is now cancer free 3 years as of September 28th. Although hers was found on a routine mammogram because she never did self exams.....I asked for routine mammograms after this happened , however I have always done self exams.....so don't look at the negatives....so many people survive breast cancer now..it truly amazes me! Also..can we also throw out there that MEN, too; get breast cancer....alot of people don't realize that...but they do...so men....check your breasts too!!!!!
Thank you for sharing that with us and it's true men should check also  | |
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According to my oncologist at Henry Ford Hospital, Josephine Ford Cancer Center, cancer cells feed on glucose and need it to surivive, whereas normal cells need oxygen. | |
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dustysgirl said: According to my oncologist at Henry Ford Hospital, Josephine Ford Cancer Center, cancer cells feed on glucose and need it to surivive, whereas normal cells need oxygen.
Tumor cells also need oxygen, maybe even more because of their growth rate. Maybe your doctor is referring to the balance of nutrients; they can differ between normal/cancer cells. (fyi your brain is the major consumer of glucose so you actually need glucose to function properly) You don't scare me; i got kids | |
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dustysgirl said: Praise God! I am a one year survivor of breast cancer. It was diagnosed last year right before my 31st birthday. I have been married for 13 years and have three kids (ages 11, 7 and 8). I have been through A LOT in the last 12 months. As a matter of fact, I am still on chemo from last October. I was on it from Oct - March, then again June until the end of this November. I've had a mastectomy and hopefully can have reconstruction next year when I am done with all of my treatments (I have to take this experimental drug until next June).
Let me say, that I was prepared for the mastectomy, but the day my long, naturally curly hair fell out, I cried like my heart was broken. The long months of being totally bald were terrible. I gained 20 pounds, stopped having my periods, and basically stopped having a relationship with my husband. My hair began growing back kind of good in June. I stopped wearing wigs and scarfs then, and just let my sister style it into a really short hair-do. It was about this time that a suspicious spot was noticed on my 10th rib. I had to start chemo again!!! I was devasted and petrified that I would soon die from this terrible disease from hell. But it was then that the faith I thought I had really grew and took over. I made some major changes in my life. I really embraced my Christianity and total belief in God's healing power. I squash all negativity in when it approaches me. I quit eating sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), all meat from the grocery store, including eggs. (I only eat organic, free-range meat and eggs--which isn't very often), and I also don't eat anything with partially-hydrogenated oil and artificial colors in it. So basically I eat fresh vegatables and fruits, wild-caught fish, whole grains and nuts, drink lots of spring water and tea. I also began taking lots of vitamins and herbal supplements. At my last bone scan, the spot they saw in June has shrunk, in fact, this technician thought it was more arthritic than cancerous!!!! And my CT scans are all normal! That's my story, told in a few paragraphs. If anyone has any questions about breast cancer, please feel free to org-note me. I know tons about it, and what it takes to make yourself better. To quote one of my favorite preachers, Creflo Dollar, "You do not have to believe the report of the doctor." You are an inspiration to me! Thank you for sharing your story. ^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^
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HollowellSA said: tackam said:  he probably likes that yanno    The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them. -- Mark Twain.
BOB JOHNSON IS PART OF THE PROBLEM!! | |
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dustysgirl said: According to my oncologist at Henry Ford Hospital, Josephine Ford Cancer Center, cancer cells feed on glucose and need it to surivive, whereas normal cells need oxygen.
Seems strange he would have told you this, but all cells require glucose and oxygen to survive  . If you want some more info I will be happy to oblige, org note me.For those of you who missed my shiny helmet.... | |
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DexMSR said: HollowellSA said: he probably likes that yanno like that's a secret    | |
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tackam said: Had my ultrasound today, the doctor says I'm totally fine. Whew. Thanks for the supportive words, peeps.
Congrats Tackam!!! Thank the good Lord!! My girl goes in for her appointment today. I'm a bit of a nervous wreck right now. 
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MY mom is a breast cancer survior.. I am wearing my ribbon pin today! The day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom - Anais Nin
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My sister and I will be walking in a marathon on Sunday to support Breast Cancer Awareness month. Just thought I post this, every women should now about this site. Thanks | |
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