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Diagnosed with angiosarcoma of the left breast in Jan 2009.
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Beginning of the end

So, Im almost done with treatment! I just had the first of my last infusions today. I have 2 left after today. I'll be done on the 15th. Im so... happy? I mean I am happy, but its weird to think I just wait now... for it to come back- for it not to come back. I don't think that feeling of impending doom is ever going to let up.    Also... Read moreChevron
posted 12/02/2009, comments (7)|
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Author, breast cancer survivor
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Breast Reconstruction Options for Mastectomy Patients

You’re having a mastectomy, and you’ve decided on reconstruction – but what kind? This information on implant vs. body tissue reconstruction should help you make up your mind. Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and I don’t really want to just leave it at that. But I also don’t want to fuss around with something... Read moreChevron
posted 11/22/2009, comments (2)|
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Post Mastectomy Reconstruction: Choosing a Prosthesis or Breast Form

Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and although I’ve heard about reconstruction and implants, I just feel they’re not for me. I think I’d like to wear something external. What are my options?A. First of all, congratulations on making your decision. It’s a difficult time, trying to decide what you want to do about your... Read moreChevron
posted 11/22/2009, comment (1)|
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www.breastcancerteacher.wordpress.com

This site tells my story of diagnosis and treatment as well as information I have gathered after extensive research on diet, exercise and supplements.  I am going to post a survey soon for long term survivors to see what lifestyle changes they have made to see if there are common threads to share with others.
posted 11/12/2009, comments (0)|
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And Now I Wait

So I've had the double mastectomy - September 15th, 2009. Check.   Bandages, drain, clips removed a week later. Check.   Follow-up visit with the doctor, only to be told one of the two nodes they removed is positive. Crap.   Back into surgery this past Tuesday, October 20, to have more nodes removed for analysis.... Read moreChevron
posted 10/24/2009, comments (0)|
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