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LindsayMichelle

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Bilateral Mastectomy, whats to come?

This is my first time on any sites or forums since I have been diagnosed... Im 24 and was diagnosed with IDC breast cancer. I was diagnosed back in june and after many months of bad care I finally have a new team of Dr's and a surgery date set of 12-13-11. I am having a bilateral Mastectomy and will have expanders put in the same day and Im just... Read moreChevron
posted 12/03/2011, comments (5)|
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PJ Hamel

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FAQS: Breast Cysts

Many women feel an unusual lump in their breast at some point during their lives; thankfully, only a tiny percentage of those lumps are cancer. A common source of breast lumps is the breast cyst, a benign yet annoying condition experienced by about 1 in 3 pre-menopausal women. What are cysts? If you feel a breast lump, can you tell if it’s a... Read moreChevron
posted 12/03/2011, comments (14)|
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PJ Hamel

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Breast Cancer Vaccine: High Hopes, Realistic Expectations

Does the national media report “real” news about breast cancer? Or are “hot” news stories simply an attempt to capture viewers and readers? Truthfully, it’s a bit of both. A recent story on a new breast cancer vaccine probably falls in the second category: at present, more hype than reality. Still, with all the breast... Read moreChevron
posted 12/01/2011, comments (6)|
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Phyllis Johnson

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Reducing Drug Shortages: A Good First Step

Has your doctor had to change your treatment plan because of a shortage of your cancer drug?  If so, you are not alone.  Drug shortages, which used to be rare, have been increasing.  According to a White House press release  October 31, 2011, "While the Food and Drug Administration has successfully prevented 137 drug shortages... Read moreChevron
posted 11/26/2011, comment (1)|
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Thanksgiving: 10 Thoughts About Thankfulness

Breast cancer – any chronic health condition, for that matter – is tough. It can scare you, make you feel frustrated, resentful of those in good health, and just plain mad at the world. I’m no Pollyanna, but let’s bury those feelings for a few moments, and get into the spirit of Thanksgiving…If you celebrate... Read moreChevron
posted 11/21/2011, comments (5)|
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