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My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, and had a mastestomy of the right breast on dec. of 1999 fallow with one year of chemotherapy and radiation. She has changed her diet to anti-cancer foods. She had a reocurrance on august of 2003. She developed a leasion that kep on getting biger and biger and the doctors culd not tell if it was cancer or not. This went on for over 8 months. The leasion cover all of the area where the breast was removed. Finally we decided to go to another doctor who performed a biopsy and inmediatelly found that she had had cancer all this time.
10 months later she got her fist chemo treatment. The cancer might have already be too advance to do anything thanks to a group of incompetent doctors who could not identify that a growing leasion on a previously cancer affected area was a re-ocurrace of the same. I ask you to please pray for my mom and don't let any symptoms missguide you. Get a second oppinion or insist on a biopsy it is the only way to know for sure.
Dennis <darechaval@aol.com>
Miami Beach, fl USA - Tuesday, May 06, 2003 at 09:54:44 (EDT)
This is a very nice site, pleasant layout and design. My compliments to your designer.
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USA - Saturday, May 03, 2003 at 08:41:03 (EDT)
I have breast cancer and i had a mastectomy one year ago,iam doing good, but now i see that my other breast have a red spot, and around the nipple i found three little lumps so i will go to the doctor and see whats up and i hope its not anything wrong if so i'll have them to remove it. so pray for me i wish i could find the pin that they have our for breast cancer i would like to get one for me and my mother she had breast cancer tooand she had a mastectomy. Please hallo back soon Deborah
Deborah Davis <dbdavis52@earthlink.net>
dover, de USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 00:29:17 (EDT)
Thank you for producing such a down to earth site. As a writer I can tell you are a skilled communicator. Thanks again.
Communication Skills
Davenport, New York US - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 17:32:51 (EDT)
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New York, NY USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 23:40:55 (EDT)
When did this wonderful breast cancer website change over to general information and sales? I'll miss the old format.
Jane
Brooklyn, NY USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 22:08:43 (EDT)
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Vancouver, Canada - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 12:51:53 (EDT)
Just happened to be in the area and thought I'd sign the guestbook... :-)
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stars nackt <diedder@mailnase.com>
- Wednesday, April 16, 2003 at 19:57:05 (EDT)
I live in Germany and like your website. Thanks for the good information and
entertainment. Keep up this great resource. Best greetings, Lars - Monday,
April 14, 2003 at 13:01:01 (EDT)
Great site and great information. Everything is working since I visit your site sometimes. Thanks a lot and keep working hard!
Emiel
Referate <emiel@zoz.com>
- Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 21:06:30 (EDT)
Glad I found you. I'll be back!
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Lynn <Lynn.11061964@htomail.com>
- Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 18:03:14 (EDT)
Congratulation - great Website!!
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- Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 16:54:17 (EDT)
Hi,
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Jobs <Sterny_stuard@formless_.samba.org>
- Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 12:06:19 (EDT)
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USA - Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 04:31:27 (EDT)
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Reise <Marc.meyers1964@westerdibger.org>
- Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 18:58:05 (EDT)
Hello, What a beautiful and awesome site. I adore what you've done with your
setup and graphics. I recently built a new home page of my own, so I'm doubly
impressed. Thanks you so much Belinda
Liebe Kontaktanzeigen <belinda_millowatzky@stranded-nowhere-.21.com>
- Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 14:08:25 (EDT)
This wonderful site, is worth dropping a line in your guestbook to say thanks!
- Friday, April 11, 2003 at 22:09:45 (EDT)
Hi there, I found this site by accident, but I'm glad I did. I have been using
the Internet for several years and so many sites are confusing, but not yours.
Thanks for the chance to sign your guestbook. It's nice to see how many people
stopped by and posted a message. Thank you, I'll be back! Taylor
- Friday, April 11, 2003 at 21:58:47 (EDT)
Hello, Just wanted to thank you guys for getting such an informative site.
Excelent graphic photoshop designed and easy to navigate. Your site is indeed
a wonderful and I bookmarked it. I have found some of the information here helpful.
I have closed more time explained around me with the contents of your home page
from each other now. Unfortunately, there are little good sites. Your site is
very good. Thank you for the opportunity to sign your guest book. I will recommend
and come back. I found it very interesting to read other peoples comments about
your site.
- Friday, April 11, 2003 at 17:40:40 (EDT)
I have a Web Site up on Breast Cancer now for 8 years. My site is
www.breastcancerpins.com and I also own www.breastcancerpin.com
I am in contact with many women with this dreaded disease, girls of all ages, their families , husbands ,boyfriends, children, parents , ministers, rabbis, corporate executives , presidents , business owners, employees , sisterhood organizations, fund raisers , charitable organizations , and many more.
I receive many e-mails , letters , phone calls from breast cancer patients and their families.
They love these pins because it gives the Breast Cancer Survivors , patients , family members and friends , all who come in contact with this disease , HOPE and COURAGE .
Here is a sample e-mail I received recently :
Dear David,
God Bless You !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
As a breast cancer survivor for three years this coming April , now facing another mammogram next week , reading your website warmed my very heart and soul……
I have one of these pins, given to me by my very best friend in the world , who did not survive her encounter with breast cancer. This pin reminds me of her struggle , and her desire for me to survive and beat this disease. I received my diagnosis one year to the day after she received hers. Her bravery , her determination to live each and every day to the best of her ability with joy and thanksgiving is represented in that little pink pin. Something so small , can mean so very much.
God bless you and yours for all that you give to so many.
Sincerely,
Rishia O'neill
Please link me to your site to make all the women of the world know that my pins will give them HOPE. The Breast Cancer Angel Pins are available to everyone to wear, to give away , and show Support to the world.
I supply the Susan G. Komen Foundation her Breast Cancer Pink Crystal pin.
Thank you very much and God bless you.
David Warren
P.S. My e-mail address is davidwarren@sprynet.com
Please let me know if you desire any pins.
david warren <davidwarren@sprynet.com>
USA - Wednesday, April 02, 2003 at 10:08:29 (EST)
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Private Krankenversicherung <horste@abs.de>
- Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 17:14:53 (EST)
Cool site!
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Alicante, Alicante ES - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 06:36:13 (EST)
enjoyed your site very informative,but i have a question for anyone that can answer---two of my friends have just undergone double mastecotmy and now of course i am worried---i have my mammograms once a year regularly and doctor check--check my own also but don't know what i am feeling for really---i am 50 and have had under the skins cysts taken off each breast about 7-10 years ago--also just quit taking prempro and menest for menopause after taking for years---i have stopped in the past but alwasys went back because of the menopause symptons---but this time no hot flashes--but my nipples are very tender would this be a concern to get to the doctor and get another mammagram or am i panicking for nothing---??????have looked at the cancer sites and can not seem to find this as a symptom but i feel i was lead to this site tonite to ask this question---email me if you have a answer---misspeggy@lucasco.net
peggy <misspeggy@lucasco.net>
chariton, ia USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 22:39:54 (EST)
Great site! Keep it running!
Marx
USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 17:52:25 (EST)
Nice site. Very fine details. Hope you keep working today for better things in tomorrow. :)
TOM <TOM45672003@YAHOO.COM>
USA - Friday, March 07, 2003 at 23:15:54 (EST)
Your site was very interesting, it looks like you put a lot of hard work into it. I am a Christian and like ecards and the Gospel I also do some web design. So today I find these two sites, one is yours and the other was called Gospel Greeting ( GospelGreeting ) Christian E-Cards. Kind of interesting, I don't think it's a conicidence...anyway your design is nice, but related to what I said earlier I would like to talk about the content in one particular part.
jewels
USA - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 16:31:04 (EST)
I am scheduled for the first of two biopsies tomorrow, and have found your
website to be extremely helpful. I want to thank you for explaining things in
terms that even a lay person can understand, which unfortunately my own Dr cannot.
I will definately be visiting your site often, following the results of my own
testing. Thank you again.
Jeannie Forbis <WyckdBlyss@yahoo.com>
Houston, Texas USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 10:49:28 (EST)
This is a great site. Keep up the great work....definately a great addition to the web!
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Austin, Tx USA - Monday, February 24, 2003 at 02:49:04 (EST)
I found your site very usefull. I definitely will return again.
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USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 21:16:03 (EST)
Really enjoyed your site. I've bookmarked it for future reference.
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USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 21:15:04 (EST)
I had partial mastectomy Dec 29, 2002 and complete removal of my lympnodes. I will start radiation treatment next week, and probably be put on tomoxofin also for 5 years. Has anyone experience any side effects from tomoxofin and the radiation treatments. Plus, I have a redness around the incision where the lymp nodes were removed leading down and around my breast nipple. Has anyone had that problem. My doctor says it's nothing to worry about just a little infection. Please someone write me back.
Bonnie <bwinfre@email.com>
Frisco, TX USA - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 15:38:52 (EST)
i am looking for information on microcalcifications; are they sized like a tumor for treatment?
corinne niven <cniven@cruzio.com>
santa cruz, ca USA - Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 22:50:16 (EST)
Sometimes I lie awake at night and I ask, 'Why me?' And the voice says, 'Nothing personal your name just happened to come up.' -Charlie Brown
Peanutsss Quotes <peanutsss@lycos.es>
USA - Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 16:13:30 (EST)
dose breast cancer come back in the same arm, or the side the breast was on.
I have breast cancer and lost the breast in 95 now I have a lump on the same side
but in mu shourd can that happen
Gwendolyn Brown <cortessa8@aol.com>
Brooklyn, N.Y USA - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 22:04:53 (EST)
Well worth a visit.
Liana
Cannes Hotels <submit@gtahotels.com>
LA, CA USA - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 10:25:46 (EST)
Your website is excellent. Keep it up!
Ed
USA - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 09:45:15 (EST)
Thanks for the good information. Keep up this great resource. Best
greetings.
Prague Hotels <mauricio@allstarhotels.com>
LA, CA USA - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 22:08:30 (EST)
In 1995 I was diagnosed with breast cancer, stage 11. Had chemo and was put on tamoxifen. In 1996 I had a simple mastectomy on the other breast. In 2000 I was diagnosed with uterine cancer. Had a hysterectomy and stayed on the tamoxifen. The oncologist said the tamoxifen caused the uterine cancer. In April of 2002 I started experiencing shortness of breath. Xrays showed my left lund was 2/3 full of fluid. Oncologist said the cancer had spread to the pleural cavity of my left lung. Was then put on Femara. As soon as I started taking Femara I started experiencing bone pain and fatigue. Felt terrible. Doctor put me on celebrex and lortab for pain. Helped some, not much. I am just so tired of all these medicines that you take for breast cancer, but cause uterine cancer, blood clots, ect. Now I am in pain every day and feel terrible because of the bone pain and fatigue. I read Anita's email that said she would live and not die. She is believing God and staying on a good diet and taking care of herself, building her immune system up, ect. I really enjoyed what she said. After all, God is in control of each of our lives. Some people do not believe in God, but He is my strength every day and I couln't have gone through what I have been through without Him. My illness is not all that I have been through. I have been through many heartaches, but He has been my comfort and my best friend. Thank you,Anita for your encouraging words.Also, if anyone has been on Femara and has had bone pain, would you please email me at brenrandpb@aol.com? I would love to hear from you, and please know that each of you are in my prayers......Brenda
Brenda Lawley <brenrandpb@aol.com>
Talladega, Al USA - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 19:40:03 (EST)
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Steffi Tyndall <thetyndalls@vol.com>
nc USA - Monday, February 10, 2003 at 23:18:15 (EST)
Loved the site, very informative and well constructed
Munich Hotels <mauricio@allstarhotels.com>
LA, CA USA - Tuesday, February 04, 2003 at 05:46:28 (EST)
Is there any site to check on help with obtaining the very expensive drug for breast cancer, Tomoxofin? I have a friend in real need of this info if available.
Marilyn George <mdgeorge@sbcglobal.net>
Little River, TX USA - Monday, February 03, 2003 at 08:19:13 (EST)
I am having a Mammatone in a few days because of calcification that has changed. My surgeon also found a lump in my other breast for which I will be having a biopsy. I am very scared. Will the Mammatone procedure be painful? I will be asleep for the biopsy. I am hoping that if anything is wrong it has been caught early enough. If it is cancer what will treatment be?
Marsha <cgray@sierranv.net>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 23:36:07 (EST)
Thanks for so much information... after having pain and being told that I need
to follow up with a mammogram, this site proved invaluable to arm me with information
that I don't know how I would have gotten otherwise. Thanks for giving me a preview
of what I can expect, and now I'll know what to look for when I get to see & talk
to the radiologist that will be examining my photos.
kim
USA - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 15:51:51 (EST)
Help! My daughter-in-law, who is 20, has one breast that became smaller than the other suddenly. There is a very distinct and noticeable difference. Today she went to her Dr. who is baffled by this and is sending her to a specialist. I realize that assymetrical breasts are common in most women, but this situation, happening so suddenly, has made us ver concerned. Any insight to this problem would be quite helpful and much appreciate. Thank you!
Georgia <georgiasha@msn.com>
Somerset, PA USA - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 18:09:08 (EST)
Nice website Im glad I stopped by.
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USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 22:19:45 (EST)
Nice website Im glad I stopped by.
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USA - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 21:25:43 (EST)
Does anyone know of a site I can go to for support? I have just been diagnosed with breast cancer and I need to be able to talk to someone else with this problem. I feel so alone. Thank you.
Sherry Downing <SDown50362@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 06:26:41 (EST)
great site
chris
faches, fr - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 13:08:46 (EST)
I've been wondering and stressing about a lump in my breast for weeks. As a man, I wasn't prepared to react properly. I was advised by some female friends that if it's sore (which is it) then it's not cancer.
I thank God I came across this site today because the doctor says that advice is not true. I've made an appointment to see a doctor with a referral from a local breast health center. I'm scared as all get out but at least I'm doing something!
If I have my wits about me after the visit to the doctor I'll come back here and report the result - bad or good.
Ilya <ilyazaslasky@sociologist.com>
CA USA - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 18:54:16 (EST)
Happy Holidays! I love your site. I'm spending the holidays on one of those las vegas vacations
and guess what, I'm putting on my bridal shoes
and having one of those classic las vegas weddings
tomorrow. These las vegas vacation packages
are great and the vegas hotels
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Las Vegas, Nevada US - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 20:05:29 (EST)
Mine is a question. I had a cycst removed from my right breast. The skin keloided(sp) and left a scar that can fit under a dime. Is there any history of an increased risk related to those who have cysts? If so is this risk increased with the keloided skin?
Maureen Williams <mwilliams@bsda-transit.org>
Belleville, IL USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 10:46:23 (EST)
To Londra and Jamie below. I think it's more of a Los
Angeles plastic surgery thing then a general Califonria issue. I find
that we have a lasik
new york issue here. We have quite a few laser
eye surgery new york converts. It's like people are afraid to wear
glasses anymore. Oh well I love my fellow New Yorkers with or without glasses.
Maybe you two should move to New York! speaking of moving do you know a good immigration
attorney . Either I need to improve
vocabulary or increase
vocabulary because I can't communicate with my US immigration
lawyer .
Nadia
New York, NY US - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 15:54:28 (EST)
To Londra below (it is a down to earth site), I couldn’t agree more. I work in Los Angeles and there is a plastic surgeon
in our building. In my office alone I know people who have had liposuction
a tummy tuck
and a face lift
. I also know a lasik surgeon
who tries to convince everyone he meets to throw out their glasses and get lasik
and laser vision correction
. People are so vain. Anyhow, let’s respect this guest book and commiserate about living in LA offline. Email me at jamieyellowfeather@hotmail.com.
Jamie Yellowfeather
Los Angeles, CA US - Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 21:05:23 (EST)
Thank you for producing such a down to earth site. I recently moved to Los Angeles California and can’t believe how many superficial people I have met. I think they should rename the state plastic surgery California
or cosmetic surgery California
. Excuse me for saying this but I have never seen so many breast implants
. There are all kinds of breast enhancement
surgery: breast enlargement
breast augmentation
even breast reduction
it’s crazy.
Londra Clever
Los Angeles, CA US - Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 17:48:44 (EST)
Could someone PLEASE Explain to me what goes on durring a
" Needle Biopsey " I have to undergo one on the 18th,and I am Frighten !!!! I am a 4 year Cancer survivor,and they have found " Fiber Mases " On my left breast ..... HELP !!!
Christine <MsBoop59@Yahoo.com>
Walla Walla, Wa USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 22:02:45 (EST)
I am looking for someone who has had chemo with the drug Taxol. Unfortunitly,
ithas left me with a very bad condition called Neuropathy. My Dr. said it would
go away, but it never did. He also says it's very rare for anyone to get this--like
I'm one in a million! Please contact me if you have had this awful result. Norma
Norma <leebayb@juno.com.>
Woodhaven queens, NY USA - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 16:45:42 (EST)
I am looking for someone who has had chemo with the drug Taxol. Unfortunitly, ithas left me with a very bad condition called Neuropathy. My Dr. said it would go away, but it never did. He also says it's very rare for anyone to get this--like I'm one in a million! Please contact me if you have had this awful result. Norma
Norma <leebayb@juno.com.>
Woodhaven queens, NY USA - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 16:43:59 (EST)
Hey! Nice site. If you are ever in Las Vegas let's play golf. Teresa_James36@hotmail.com.
Las Vegas Golf
Las Vegas, Nevada US - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 03:03:50 (EST)
Nice site :) Have A Nice Day.
Steve - Cheap Web Hosting
United States - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 03:57:27 (EST)
Hi,just wanted to say, I'm thankful to " God ",for even being here,this day, Ecclesiastes 12:13, Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Revere God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man . Fat, is one of the enemies of people today . Thank you, just my observation, as a sever-head injury survirer .
Ricky <d.b.huson@att.net>
atlanta, ga. USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 09:00:14 (EST)
“You know EVERONE is ignorant, only on DIFFERENT SUBJECTS !!” Thanks for putting your guest book out so we can leave a message. Thanks again! [:-) Margo, Via Con Dios
M. Lou
LA, CA USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 12:49:43 (EST)
“ Nothing will benefit human health and increase the chance for survival of
life on Earth as much as the evolution to a vegetarian diet.” … ALBERT EINSTEIN…
Hi everyone. I would just like to thank this guest book for allowing ALL of us
to leave our various types of messages … A BIG THANK YOU !! Best to ALL…. DAVE
L.
D. Lister
NYC, NY USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 12:48:10 (EST)
Hello. I was checking out your site and thought I would complement you on building such a nice site. Your site has very valuable and exhaustive information for a medical intern. I looked at some other sites to buy discount laser printer toner cartridges, toner refill kits for brand name printers such as HP Epson Canon Lexmark and also want to send flowers silk roses wedding bouquets to my loved ones. I have to go now. Keep up the good work.
Sam <samuel_jackson_2002@yahoo.com>
LA, CA USA - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 01:41:40 (EST)
Hello. I put my comments in on January 29,200 explaining that I had a stem cell transplant along with chemotherapy, radiation and a mastectomy. I'm just stating that I am still doing well and is still in remission. My blood counts have been good, I am still taking tamoxifen along with multivitamins ( to keep my energy level up and matabolism high. I'm still working, enjoying my job, and even recieved a placement on a crime task force! Life is good.... To all of my fellow survivors...KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!!!
Sheila Hughes <TOYEGGIE2.AOL.COM>
BALTIMORE, MD USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 22:32:44 (EST)
Hi, I found your web site to have great information, thank you.
Atilda
USA - Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at 14:54:54 (EDT)
HI. im 12 turing 13, and i was wondering if there was anyway i get larger breast with out getting implants, and without taking pills. is there like a workout i could do or a certain food that will help?
Christy <ramirez_christy@hotmail.com>
San Jose, CA USA - Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 11:17:05 (EDT)
I have been diagnosed 2 mths ago,with 3 cysts in my left breast, the doctor
said he could not do a FNA as they are 3mm each and might miss, i also have swollen
lymp nodes under my left arm very painfull, i have been very tired over the last
ten months, the speciallist says he doesn't think its cancer but i am scared as
4 women in my family have had breast cancer and cervical cancer. he wants me to
see a gene counsellor could you please help me with questions i should ask as
when i get to the doctors i freeze up and do not know what to ask, i want to know
definately if it is cancer or not!!!!
debbie <caprice@telpacific.com.au>
coffs harbour, nsw australia - Friday, October 04, 2002 at 08:50:38 (EDT)
Hi! I'm Ian. You have a nice and usefull website. I am working for online as seen on tv store. I find your site while searching for related sites and It's a pleasure to sign your guestbook. Thanks!
as seen on tv product <harrison_ian@yahoo.com>
Texas, Texas USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 00:53:37 (EDT)
I am only 20 years old and I know my chances of having breast cancer are slim. I've been told to feel my breast and get to know them, so if they feel different to be concerned. My problem is everytime I check them after my period they always feel different? How am I suppose to know what a lump feels like? And how am I suppose to tell if my breast feel different if they always do anyway? I hope someone can help me. Also I have lost weight, including in my breast. Can my breast changing sizes cause them to hurt? I hope someone can help.
Lindsay <lls8220@yahoo.com>
Papillion, NE USA - Tuesday, October 01, 2002 at 13:51:55 (EDT)
Hello there , Robert Andy here . Just want to say your site is very nice . These days I have been looking around for computer deals . I am think of changing computer monitors ,maybe my desktop computers too. I am hoping to find computers sales online at discount computers price . Maybe I can get new laptop computers online or get a notebook computers at computer stores . I am thinking of upgrading my computer parts and buy a new computer cases . Hope I can get cheap computers . Maybe I will just refurbished computers on my own . Enough of my blabbering wish me luck in finding what I want . By the way it is my honour to sign such a great site guest book.
andy
USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 10:11:10 (EDT)
Just wanted to tell you all about a great new book called "TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BREAST CANCER" (Henry Holt; October 2002; 0805070567; Paperback; $15.00). It's a practical and empowering new guide to getting the best individualized breast cancer treatment from a daunting and often impersonal health care system. Read more about this book at: http://www.henryholt.com/searchnn.htm
Karli Goldman <kgoldman@fsbassociates.com>
- Friday, September 20, 2002 at 08:48:00 (EDT)
Hey all
I been having some pain in my left Breast,I went for a check up to a woman welness center, They checked me and now I have to go get all these other test.My breast is very swollen. I am kind of scare.They said something about the liftnote.My big question is !Can u get cancer in your liftnotes.
Can someone please tell me .
Thank you so much God Bless you all
Luz
Luz <Lprincess083@aol.com>
Seneca, Bronx USA - Friday, August 23, 2002 at 20:14:51 (EDT)
I would like to know if anyone has ever known of a person who had breast cancer with many positive nodes, did not have chemo, just hormonal therapy and is a survivor?
Idi <IdiMArsenault@cs.com>
Ft Walton Beach, FL USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 19:44:58 (EDT)
I need to know where to go and have a breast exam, I am 43 year old woman that just move to the Dallas area, if I could get some guidance, it would be appreicated.
Deborah Hopper-Anderson <kojokennetha@netscape.com>
Dallas, tx USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 22:38:02 (EDT)
Something ELSE! WOW
Eva Christofano <haalthyrforyou@yahoo.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 08:41:21 (EDT)
Your new ad talks about breast brachytherapy (?mammosite). In what situations do you offer brachytherapy alone?
bkaplan <drbkaplan@aol.com>
hartford, ct USA - Monday, June 24, 2002 at 00:56:30 (EDT)
what site is this anyway?
Brandy
Los Angeles, CA USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 11:42:58 (EDT)
I Will Live and Not Die! I was diagnosed with Stage III breast cancer in May 2000, two years ago. At that time I was all alone, got very little support from my doctor or the hospital. I got a second opinion but after asking MANY important questions concerning treatment and survival statistics, I refused chemo and radiation therapies. I did get the 5" lump and mass removed. People need to really ask those hard questions and they will learn that for the most part, there are no guarantees that those therapies will extend anyone's life. Also, they are at a greater risk of being damaged by improper treatment and end up worst than if they refused. My philosphy comes from the Bible which tells me that Jesus died and bore "ALL" my sickness and disease on the cross and that by His shed blood, I am healed. So, that is my belief - I do not have ANY sickness or disease and I am in perfect health. I must admit, I have changed my diet to include mostly herbs, fresh fruits and vegies, soy, wheat, and fresh spring water (lots of it). How do I feel? Well, I am not sick but I am angry because, each time I share my story with a so called "survivor/support group", they brush me off. They don't want me to encourage other women to follow after me. To that I say, at least I am healthy and I am still alive. I watched as the doctors used those poisons to "KILL" my friend and my mother-in-law. One thing is certain, everyone born will die. Only God has the power to extend our days in the earth, not man made medicines. When I die, it will be because God has called me home -- and that's a fact. It's really too bad that so many women will suffer needless before they die. I pray the doctors and the medical institutions would stop placing such fear into them. Their chances of living or dying are the same each day -- they never know what tomorrow will bring (life or death) -- that's a fact. So, live each day in peace and try to enjoy it and those around you. Be grateful for this day, this hour, this moment.
My prayers are with you all!
Thanks for the sounding board....
Anita <webbag@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 00:09:27 (EDT)
I wanted to thank you for all of the helpful information I found on your site. It answered all of my questions and made me feel better. Thank you!
Kristine <fezabel@aol.com>
Downers Grove, IL USA - Wednesday, June 12, 2002 at 13:39:10 (EDT)
I had a simple mastectomy in May 2002. This was after a lumpectomy and 3 exicisions
still left one margin "dirty". I had a sentinel lymphy node biospy which was negative.
I was diagnosed as a stage 1, lobular breast cancer. I am a stage 1. My only course
of treatment after the mastectomy is tomaxifen. Has anyone taken this drug without
negative side effects?
Arlene <wgnrarln@aolcom>
Wyncote, PA USA - Friday, May 31, 2002 at 17:29:46 (EDT)
While reading though the comments I saw questions on were to get free testing done... On www.cdc.gov (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) there is information about The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program: It says to find out where you can get a free or low-cost mammogram and Pap test by going to http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/contacts.htm
or calling 1-888-842-6355 (select option 7).
Hope this helps...
Tim Bowman <Redgigabyte@hotmail.com>
Roanoke, VA USA - Sunday, April 07, 2002 at 11:12:44 (EDT)
I would like to start by saying that Ruth, you should be ashamed for the way you have deiceded to display you ad's on this site. To all the women who have written on here, I would like to tell you how strong you are and how I hope only the best for all of you. My aunt just got diagnosed with breat cancer and the doctors are doing everything they can. It is a trying time for the whole family, so I know how hard it must be for all of you. Best wishes to all. All my prayers are with you!
Steph <steph_paradis@hotmail.com>
toronto, ON CANADA - Tuesday, April 02, 2002 at 21:09:50 (EST)
I would like to start by saying that Ruth, you should be ashamed for the way
you have deiceded to display you ad's on this site. To all the women who have
written on here, I would like to tell you how strong you are and how I hope only
the best for all of you. My aunt just got diagnosed with breat caI would
like to hear from any one having problems with their eyes, who are on the drug
tomaxifen. I have been on tomaxifen for 6 mo and have infection in both eyes,the
Dr does not know what is causing the infection,
Annie <annietunea1@ juno.com>
Pensacola, Fl USA - Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 22:29:22 (EST)
I am 42 and just had my first mammogram a few days ago my doctor called and
said I have to go back so they can do another mammogram on my right breast and
they may need to do a sonogram when I asked him if they found anythhing it was
very vague having just lost my best freind in Jan. to breast cancer has only added
total Panic and I am so scared I can't even get back in to have it for 3 weeks
could someone PLEASE tell me is this common to have to go back for another one
and did they find something but just won't tell me yet and why would he even mention
a sonogram...........I am so sick to my stomache I feel like I could just throw
up
Cathy <w011151@airmail.net>
Dallas, Tx USA - Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 15:49:41 (EST)
Hi,
I live in NY. I was wondering if there's a place I can get free or low cost screening for breast cancer. I'm not working right now and I don't have any health insurance. I also haven't a health check up since 7 years ago. I came across your website on a search engine. Is it possible to tell me of any place in Queens or Long Island or of a web page that has this information. Please email me.
Thank you for your help and time
Vanessa
Vanessa <Vaness22@aol.com>
Long Island, NY USA - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 13:21:13 (EST)
i tried to post one before but it never came up. I have i guess its a lump in my left armpit when you push on it it goes in alittle.its almost the size of my armpit it is a little tender when you push on it i also have a little pain in my breats it isn't horrible pain just discomfort.Does anyone think they could help me out and tell me what this is.Any info would be great.Thanks Heather
heather <heayheaysxy@aol.com>
lynchburg, va USA - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 03:07:39 (EST)
I have a big bump in my armpit its almost the whole size of my armpit. I have no idea what it is. I was just wondering if anyone knew.It has been there for awhile now and its sore to the touch. Can somebody please tell me what it is? Thank you Heather
Heather <Heayheaysxy@aol.com>
Lynchburg, va USA - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 02:02:53 (EST)
I think that you need to have the contact numbers/website for the National Cancer Institute. You have theit information but forgot to have the important contact numbers. 1-800-4CANCER and www.cancer.gov
thank you.
Rose
PA USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 10:46:37 (EST)
Please try and introduce more information to patients on Paget's Disease of the Breast. This is CANCER! I am having a mastectomy in a few days and found it very frustrating that there is such limited information on this disease. Just because it is RARE, does not mean non existent. I ahave discussed this diagnosis with many woman, none of them have ever heard of it. What is worse, they did not know the symptoms of it. This is horrific in today's day and age that any type of breast cancer information is unavailable.
Mary Fallahee <mfallahe@tampabay.rr.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 10:43:41 (EST)
Stage III Breast Cancer 14 years ago - and still doing fantastic. My advise...get the BEST ONCOLOGIST possible and follow their instructions. Never, ever take a short cut. Your best chance is to attack the cancer with every possible weapons ASAP, INCLUDING, mind/body connection, a very healthy diet, and positive people around you. After all the drugs, operations etc. it's your own immune system that will keep you healthy in the long haul. What do you have to lose? My children were in 1st & 2nd grade, now they're graduating from college. Life is beautiful!
Linda <hiwanlph@hotmail.com>
Fl USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2002 at 22:51:30 (EST)
can you please tell me where I can go to do free breast exam and free mamogramy .
I live in west wood .california do you know if ucla does the free mamogramy or not I really appreciate you answer me back
my zip cod is 90024
have a nice day
yeki <yekiyeky@hotmail.com>
la, ca USA - Saturday, January 12, 2002 at 01:52:18 (EST)
My wife had a lumpectomy a few months ago after a mass was detected by a routine mammogram. She was diagnosed with having DCIS with a possibility of micro invasion. Another mammogram after the surgery showed that all the margins were clear. She also had her sentinel lymph nodes checked during surgery and they were okay, indicating that is probably has not spread. Upon cunsultation with two renowned medical oncologists, she was advised to undergo radiation. They had also wanted to put her on tomaxifen, but agreed to wait a few years to allow her to become pregnant. They did however, say that they wanted her to wait at least 6 months after completing radiation therapy before trying to concieve. The method of birth control used was a diaphram as the doctors had told us that the PILL or even the POP can reignite the cancer. Condoms are not allowed according to our religion. The radiation therapy did not begin immediately after the surgery, as we were told to go to a specific hospital for this and had to wait a number of weeks for our first appointment. As of this writing, my wife has three more days left of treatment. The problem is that two days ago we discovered that she is about 5 weeks pregnant, which means that she was having radiation therapy from the day she conceived.
We are recieving conflicting reports regarding the risk to the fetus. Some are saying that the risks are very small, since the radiation was not directed at the abdomen and also at this stage no limbs are yet developed that can be harmed. They say that they have had this experience before and the babys turned out fine. Other radiation oncologists who acknowledge that they did not have this experience before seem really concerned and are telling us that there is a real risk for a malformed baby, teratogenicity, mental retardation, infertile baby, etc... .
Understandably, we are very anxious. Can anyone enlighten us?
Thank You
Alan Miller <akivam@ilx.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, January 09, 2002 at 15:40:25 (EST)
Does long term use of Tamoxifen cause vulva caner?
Teresa <rachlisa@bellsouth.net>
USA - Saturday, December 22, 2001 at 00:03:06 (EST)
I just read Heather's comments and I wanted to say to you Heather... "you are the best!" I knew it was around Christmas time that you lost your mom, but didn't realize it was this time... during this week! And here you are supporting others... you are truly amazing. I don't know what I would have done without you lately. You have been a wonderful friend and I can't tell you how much I appreciate that. For those of you reading this, I have to have a biopsy done in 3 weeks and have been pretty freaked out about it. Heather has spent numerous hours on the phone listening to my fears, tears, and my babbling. She has helped me locate doctors and has been the best moral support anyone could ask for.
Thank you Heather... I love you!
Lisa <lisacaryl@earthlink.net>
Hickory, NC USA - Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 14:51:53 (EST)
As I wrote to Kelly on this board, I lost my beautiful Mother the week before Christmas last year(2000),to breast cancer. For all of the woman and men on this site I wish I could get you all in a room and just give you all the biggest hug ever and to tell you what a bookmark in the book of life you are. For every cancer survivor out there, there is a loved one watching in agony. I am 35 and I lost my father in 1996 to a heart condition and I just said goodbye for now to Mom only a year ago. My husband and I are now finishing raising my little brother and sister, both teenagers and wonderful kids. Her breast cancer was a very aggressive type that kept attacking the chest wall. I tried to be very strong in front of Mom but at night in my room I was just dying inside for what was to come. My Mother's cancer even survived a stem cell transplant at Duke Hospital. This was supposed to be short. My point is for all of you to know how brave you are and what an inspiration you are to everyone around you. Keep fighting!!!!!
Heather <dmcconathy@twave.net>
Hickory, NC USA - Friday, December 14, 2001 at 00:59:03 (EST)
I had a massectomy in Feb. Now I had a nodule removed. How can the area where the breast was, be examed? One can't get a mamogramy.
Ruthann Flinn <fruit_hill_farm@yahoo.com>
Maquon, Il. USA - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 16:08:27 (EST)
I had a massectomy in Feb. Now I had a nodule removed. How can the area where the breast was examed? One can't get a mamogramy.
Ruthann Flinn <fruit_hill_farm@yahoo.com>
Maquon, Il. USA - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 16:06:37 (EST)
I wanted to share something about my experience with a cancer diagnosis. I run an organization called Two Roads Maine which I started as a result of diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer. The program takes people who have been through major life transitions like cancer on wilderness retreats. I recognized that people who have faced a cancer diagnosis might benefit from an opportunity to investigate in community, nature's capacity to heal and how much that influences our own. These trips are primarily in Maine and involve sea kayaking and canoeing. It is not an Outward Bound program but it does put participants into some beautiful natural settings. Healing happens, not in isolation, but in the context of the wholeness that nature provides, where healing occurs as a pattern of related experiences - an expression of a deeper integrity in which life and death have their place. I have had several women who have been treated for breast cancer and for whom this time in nature has been benefit to their emotional/spiritual healing. Having read many of the stories at this site, I wanted to offer my experience and my program as a way of supporting the healing process.
David Hyde <tworoads@maine.rr.com>
Freeport, Me USA - Thursday, November 29, 2001 at 09:53:58 (EST)
Basic to the primary prevention of breast cancers is knowing what are the underlying causes. After decades of research, we now know what are the major causes of breast cancer and fatal breast cancer. With this new information, we have developed a tool for use in determining what a woman can and must do to prevent a recurrence of breast cancer of its first occurrence.
Dr. James Coleman <Dr. Coleman@CancerResearchAmerica.org>
Louisville, KY USA - Sunday, November 18, 2001 at 03:22:42 (EST)
My little sister, age 36, has breast cancer. She had a lumpectomy 4 1/2 years ago with cancer detected in the lymphnodes. It returned this year on her birthday in May the same breast. She had a mastectomy and then a hysterectomy. She is undergoing chemotherapy now. We were just told that her cancer has metastisized to her bones. She has a 2" tumor on her 11th rib. Can anyone help me with wed sites or information. I am an emotional wreck trying to find out information.
Kelly <grandma3@innercite.com>
Placerville, CA USA - Sunday, September 30, 2001 at 12:51:20 (EDT)
I had a mammogram back in August. The x-ray showed a nodular
density in my left breast. I looked up on the internet that
nodular density meant "fibrocystic changes". So therefore,
I do not feel it is necessary to go and have a different
mammogram completed. The first was a routine screening mammogram.
Am I correct in saying nodular density is just fibrocystic
changes? I don't feel like going for another mammogram.
I think that doctors just like to get you nervous, make more
money then send you on your way feeling like you worried for
nothing. Care to comment? I am not going for another mammogram.
If I had a nodular, I think I would be able to detect it myself.
Deb <zorra51954@yahoo.com>
Orlando, fl USA - Saturday, September 29, 2001 at 17:06:44 (EDT)
I had been diagnosted with Breast Cancer 4 years ago. I had taken Tamoxifin for 3.5 years and done what I should to better my body. Now, 09/24/01 I have been diagnosted with Metastasis Breast cancer in my bones. I have a few areas where the breast cancer went to, my hip, my skull and my back. The hip area is the painfull spot. My oncologist is testing my old tumer for gene and hormonal receptors for treatment. My question is to anyone who has has the breat cancer metastasis to the bones. Tell me all I need to know, what are my chances of survival, how should I be dealing with this, what should I tell my 12 yearold son? Any information that you referr my to would be of great help. Thank You, Debby e mail LED1313@aol.com
Debby <Led1313@aol.com>
Grafton, MA USA - Wednesday, September 26, 2001 at 08:09:58 (EDT)
Thank you for all the great information here. My wife has been getting scared recently of the breast cancer threat. I will definitely be sending her this link. Thanks again, Gary Milsner
debt management and reduction <gary@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 16:31:47 (EDT)
My 39 year old brother just had a malignant lump removed from his back. I have been told that this is a sentinel node cancer (breast cance) and have gone to a number of websites researching this. He is due to go in for a biopsy next week. I'd like to hear from any men who have had this diagnosis, what their particular choosen procedures were, any alternative health care they sought (acupuncture, diet, herbs, etc) and anything else they care to share.
Thank you.
buff medb neretin <medb@spiritone.com>
portland, OR USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 19:25:58 (EDT)
My 39 year old brother just had a malignant lump removed from his back. I have been told that this is a sentinel node cancer (breast cance) and have gone to a number of websites researching this. He is due to go in for a biopsy next week. I'd like to hear from any men who have had this diagnosis, what their particular choosen procedures were, any alternative health care they sought (acupuncture, diet, herbs, etc) and anything else they care to share.
Thank you
buff medb neretin <medb@spiritone.com>
portland, OR USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 19:25:44 (EDT)
My 39 year old brother just had a malignant lump removed from his back. I have been told that this is a sentinel node cancer (breast cance) and have gone to a number of websites researching this. He is due to go in for a biopsy next week. I'd like to hear from any men who have had this diagnosis, what their particular choosen procedures were, any alternative health care they sought (acupuncture, diet, herbs, etc) and anything else they care to share.
THank you
Buff
buff medb neretin <medb@spiritone.com>
portland, OR USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 19:23:17 (EDT)
Hi to all - I would like to hear feedback from anyone who has had the abbey mammatone biopsy. I would lik to know what they thoght of the experience. My daughter was supposed to have one and she backed out. I would like to beable to tell her of someone's first hand experience. thank you.
Rikki Wilis <Rladyred@aol.com>
Snyder, ok USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 18:42:49 (EDT)
Nice site...
clipart <espcklk@1musicrow.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 19:17:24 (EDT)
I was diagnosed last Oct/2000 with invasive ductal carcinoma at age 40. I had a lumpectomy, four rounds of chemo A/C, and 6 weeks of rads. I just started tamoxifen, and I really would like to hear from someone out there regarding their opinions on this drug. Even though I have only been taking it a week, I am considering going off of it. I am extremely worried about developing liver disease, uterine cancer, eye damage, etc. Is it really worth it to take the tamoxifen for 5 years? Will it really make a difference? Some articles have conflicting reports. I am so worried that I just have no peace about this drug. I would appreciate any opinions, personal as well as professional. Thank you, Kitty
Kitty <vmoreira@tropicnet.net>
Miami, FL USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 21:12:14 (EDT)
FIRST LET ME THANK ALL FOR THEIR FEEDBACK ON 27/29.ANY ONE WITH HIGH MARKERS PLEASE PLEASE E MAIL ME IAM TWO YEARS WITH HIGH MARKERS AND NO CANCER PRESENT. I WISH DOCTORS COULD TELL US WHY THEY GO UP AND DOWN. THANKS IRISH
KAREN RILEY TANZELLA <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 19:43:07 (EDT)
i am 18 years old, my mother and my granmother died from breast cancer. I was recently told by a genetic counsellor that i carry the BRAC-2 gene which my mother and gradmother carried. The docors are suggesting that i have a bilateral masectomy. Does anyone else have this gene or know anything about it?
jennifer <jenc3000@yahoo.com>
canada - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 00:14:17 (EDT)
I am an epidemiologist who has done breast cancer related research for the past 36 years. I have spent several hundred thousand dollars of my own money for the purpose. I now have the key evidence to document what are the major causes of breast cancers. An online magazine asked and I did write about the bases for my passion to do research to eradicate breast cancers. Those of you who wish to read my story, please go to this link: http://www.heartswithsoul.com/cancer_research2.htm
Dr. James Coleman <Dr.Coleman@CancerResearchAmerica.org>
Louisville, KY USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 09:48:31 (EDT)
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in August, 2000. I am looking forward to my one year of being cancer free, it's still hard to say a survivor. September 5, 2000 I had a mastectomy and tramflap surgery. I am 39 years old and want to share that it is great to be alive and feeling great! I went through 6 months of chemotherapy as well as 6 weeks of radiation. I was extremely scared, as I read quite a few women are. I want to encourage any women going through this experience, it is okay to feel every emotion....It gets better! I am now very healthy. I am on tamoxifen have been for the past 4 months without complications. I haven't gained additional weight, haven't lost it either...oh well! But life is what you make out of it! I can't say my cancer was caught early....it was just caught! IF you are ever in doubt of your health, Please call your physician...set an appointment and keep it!
beverly <beverly@mybreastcancerjournal.com>
orlando, fl USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:22:49 (EDT)
I was treated for breast cancer with 4 cycles of Adriamycin
and Cytoxin + 33 treatments of radiation. My treatments
ended 1/00 and it seems my metabolism has changed. I have
gained weight that I am unable to loose. Has anyone else
had this problem and if so when did your body adjust and
loose the weight? Was there any professional you went to
for help?
MEvansky <mevansky@gateway.net>
NY, NY USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 04:42:05 (EDT)
Iam 49yrs. just find out that i have
ductal Carsinoma/nin-situ, my husband brought me Dr. Deborah Axelrod, book i have read it and i just call my doctor to e-mail her office, and i will be hearing for her soon. i'am gald that rosie and dr. axelrod wrote this book because it can help every women in this world to feel good about themselfs. So i well get back with you after i talk with her. Oh the doctor want me to go to the canser center for radiation,but i want my breast to be removed my mother had breast cancer and then colon cancer, so i want ti gone.
deborah brown-Davis <chdavis64@earthlink.net>
Dover, DE USA - Wednesday, July 11, 2001 at 23:57:54 (EDT)
I am 44 years old. In February I had a bi-lateral mastectomy and immediate reconstructive surgery with expandable implants. My sentinel lymphy node was positive for cancer cells, but the other 11 that the doctor removed were negative. I have just finished 4 sessions of chemotherapy. My oncologist wants to prescribe Tamoxifen for me for 5 years. I have read alot about the possible problems (menopausal symptons, uterine cancer, blood clots, etc.) that may occur with Tamoxifen and I am a bit hesitant. Has anyone out there refused treatment with Tamoxifen? Is anyone using any kind of alternative medicine? Thank you.
Robin <robinr328@netscape.net>
Delray Beach, FL USA - Wednesday, July 04, 2001 at 16:17:17 (EDT)
Recently I discover my 9 YEARS OLD (!!!) daughter has an inverted nipple and a hard mass (or tumor or lump or ... I just don’t know how to call it) behind the nipple pulling the nipple in. It is not present in the opposite breast. I am scared! I can’t bear to think... Please help us with any advice of what this could be. Thank you.
Olga <olga_86@hotmail.com>
New York, NY USA - Monday, June 25, 2001 at 14:25:32 (EDT)
Have you seen the new independent study that was completed recently. You can get the complete results at: www.groundbreakingstudy.com
Brian <bredni@yahoo.com>
Pocatello, ID USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2001 at 20:01:16 (EDT)
I have more of a question.What do they do to you during a biobsy? Do they put you to sleep?How painful is it and how long til I get the results back? I am a 28 year old mother of 4.I have had severe pain in my left breast for 6 years now the pain has gotten worse and the lump in my breast is getting larger.I am afraid of what the doctor will tell me.I went to the E.R. last night and was told that I need to get my breast checked out.I will probably have to have a biobsy.That sounds so painful and I don't know what is all entailed to a biobsy. Pleasa help me. I have tried to get a mammogram but I was told I was to young.Cancer runs in the family and I need to know what to do.Please help me.
Tammy Cornelius <Mrs_Cornelius@yahoo.com>
Norman, OK USA - Monday, June 11, 2001 at 21:52:01 (EDT)
I am breast cancer surviver I have lost my left breast to cancer and cannot offord reconstruction
I have no medical insurance; I am saposed to have mamagram every six months I am 53 yrs. old and my mom had breast cancer also.is there a place in fresno' California aera where I can possably get free mamagrams? please help me I don't wanna die . thank you. and I would sure love to have reconstruction byt just dreaming I guess Sencerly Gale contact me at my e-mail address.
Gale J. MACK <caligirl53us@yahoo.com>
Dos Palos, CA United States - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 17:36:39 (EDT)
I have just received an e-mail from a friend about anti-persprirant being the cause of breast cancer because of toxins being released into the armpit where the lymph nodes are. Is this really true???
Kelly N <najarros@msn.com>
santee, ca USA - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 02:55:18 (EDT)
My neighbor, Nita, is seeking some answers to pros and cons in having her breast reduced to balance since she has had cancer. What are the risks? Health issues? Etc?
Elizabeth <btatmanspd@yahoo.com>
Southfield, MI USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 11:37:02 (EDT)
My tumor markers are up. They were 36 in March and now 271. I was kind of freaking out. My doctor says I can get my cat scan 3 weeks sooner than scheduled. All my other counts look good. DO THEY GO UP IF THERE IS NO CANCER??
Dawn LaBrum <dlabrum@grahamco.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Thursday, May 10, 2001 at 11:10:34 (EDT)
Hello, Like you all I'm a Women that had BEAST CANCER. I have one thing to say I was told the lump I had was not nothing but maybe a cycst, don't listen to maybe, because if I had I might not be here today.
Jessica Prince <pjprince@email.com>
Flint, Mi USA - Sunday, May 06, 2001 at 10:59:37 (EDT)
May 4, 2001 - I have found a lump in my breast and my doctor isn't available to see me until late August 2001. When I call other doctors in my area they also are booked until July/August. I have tried calling the Mammagram centers in my area but can not have a mammagram done unless I have a doctor's prescription. As a last resort I called the emergency medical center and they will not accept this as an emergency. What do you do in situations like this? How do these people expect you to wait for months!
JM
Schaumburg, IL USA - Friday, May 04, 2001 at 12:24:18 (EDT)
Hi, my name is Brandie, and I am a breast cancer survivor.. I would like to invite u to my forum, cld, Breast Cancer Survivor's and Friends..We offer support, help, advice, but more import, we offer friendship.. We discuss breast cancer, but we also have alot of fun.. We are always there for each other... So, pls drop by, I think u will feel right at home!
You can email me at
brandie4g@yahoo.ca
The forum is at
http://www.delphi.com/madeit/start
Brandie <brandie4g@yahoo.ca>
Toronto, Canada - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 17:47:32 (EDT)
Hi, my name is Brandie, and I am a breast cancer survivor.. I would like to invite u to my forum, cld, Breast Cancer Survivor's and Friends..We offer support, help, advice, but more import, we offer friendship.. We discuss breast cancer, but we also have alot of fun.. We are always there for each other... So, pls drop by, I think u will feel right at home!
You can email me at
brandie4g@yahoo.ca
Brandie <brandie4g@yahoo.ca>
Toronto, Canada - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 17:46:38 (EDT)
I'm wonder about the best times to do an examination when pregnant. Any advice?
Aurora Blue <mountaindream@uniserve.com>
- Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 17:47:22 (EDT)
I would like to communicate with survivors of breast cancer and cancer-free women about finding the causes of this ravaging disease. I am about teaching women how to prevent a recurrence or a first occurrence of this disease. Never in medical history has a disease ever been eradicated without finding the causes first. Please e-mail me.
Dr. James Coleman <Dr.Coleman@CancerResearchAmerica.org>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 00:55:21 (EDT)
Has anyone read anything about an added technque for BSE? To "milk" up (toward the shoulder) the breast tissue to feel any lumps as well as palpating?
Marcia S. Dennis <msdennis@softdisk.com>
Haughton, La USA - Monday, March 26, 2001 at 16:18:29 (EST)
I have a Web Site up on Breast Cancer now for 6 years. My site is
www.breastcancerpins.com
I am in contact with many women with this dreaded disease, girls of all ages, their families , husbands ,boyfriends, children ,parents , ministers ,rabbis, corporate executives , presidents , business owners ,employees , sisterhood organizations, fund raisers , charitable organizations , and many more.
They love these pins because it gives the Breast Cancer Survivors , patients , family members and friends , All who come in contact with this disease , HOPE and COURAGE .
Please link me to your site to make all the women of the world know that my pins will give them HOPE . The Breast Cancer Angel Pins are available to everyone to wear , give away , and show Support to the world.
I supply the Susan G. Komen Foundation her Breast Cancer Pink Crystal pin.
Thank you very much and God bless you.
David Warren
P.S. My e-mail address is davidwarren@sprynet.com
david warren <davidwarren@sprynet.com>
USA - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 17:24:13 (EST)
Please someone tell me if you have had severe breast pain, nipple bubbling/hardness, and breast swelling during the radiation treatments. Is this normal? Aloe, creams, and antibiotics have not helped.
Mrs. Pamela Ing <Pamela_Ing@pechiney.com>
Lindenhurst, NY USA - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 22:06:32 (EST)
I've not read the book yet because I've just stumbled onto this site, however... I'm going to go out and buy it this weekend. Last yr on 2/29/00 I was diagnosed with breast cancer (can you believe it, on a leap yr!) and since then I've gone through the masectomies, reconstruction, and chemo. I would LOVE to appear on a Rosie show and tell everyone of my experience and how a great attitude helps, and how this ISN'T a death sentence, and how great it is to have support groups such as this one, and on and on and on. Doc, keep up the good work. I look forward to reading your book.
Dottie
Dottie <gramma@knology.net>
Panama City Bch, FL USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 12:15:43 (EST)
I was just looking through this website and thought,"what a wonderful resource!!" I work for Beutlich Pharmaceuticals and was pleased to find our product Peridin-C listed on your site as a relief for hot flashes. If anyone would like more information or free samples, please contact me: 800-238-8542 fjb1541@worldnet.att.net
Catherine Gordon <fjb1541@worldnet.att.net>
Waukegan, IL USA - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 14:48:08 (EST)
HI ANNA,JUST READ YOU NOTE ABOUT YOUR SISTERS TUMOR MARKERS (27-29)RELAX AND STAY CALM. I HAVE HAD HIGH MARKERS FOR EIGHTEEN MONTHS WITH NO CANCER PRESENT. MOST DOCTORS DO NOT DO THESE TEST BECAUSE OF THEIR FALSE POSITIVE. IAM A 9 YEAR BREAST CANCER SURIVER. THE NORMAL ON TUMOR MARKERS IS 38 AND BELOW,I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN 22 UNTIL JULY OF 1999 at WICH TIME I BECAME 146 and OVER THE NEXT 18 MONTHS 250 130 80 60 51 AND TWO WEEKS AGO IT STARTED UP AGAIN 70. I HAVE HAD EVERY TEST AND I AM CLEAN. I THINK THEY SHOULD DO AWAY WIT TUMOR MARKERS, THE ONLY THING IT DOES IS RUIEN YOUR LIFE. PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW YOUR SISTER IS DOING. THEIR ARE MANY BEIGN CONDITIONS THAT COULD ELEVERATE IT. KAREN
KAREN RILEY TANZELLA <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 08:46:14 (EST)
My sister had breast cancer when she was 32, she is now 38 has been cancer free, she just had a "marker test" done and her count has always been 17 now it has jumped to a 33. From what I understand 40 is a sign that is may be back somewhere in her body. She has test set up. However my other sister and I are very worried. I do not uderstand what "marker" means and did not want to ask to many questions for fear of making her more worried. Please help with any advice of what this could be.
Thank you, If you could reply by 02/12/01 It would be very apreciated.
Anna Gilfillan <annamgill@aol.com>
Columbia, SC USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 19:07:14 (EST)
My sister had breast cancer when she was 32, she is now 38 has been cancer free, she jsut had a "marker test" done and her count has always been 17 now it has jumped to a 33. From what i understand 40 is a sign of possible sign that is may be back somewhere in her body. She has test set up. However my other sister and I are very worried. I do not uderstand what "marker" means and did not want to ask to many questions for fear of making her more worried. Please help with any advice of what this could be.
Thank you, If you could reply by 02/12/01 It would be very apreciated.
Anna Gilfillan <annamgill@aol.com>
Columbia, SC USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 19:05:02 (EST)
I read Bosom Buddies and thought it was great. I was able
to help my friend find the information she was looking for,
plus information to help me. The resourse section in the
back of the book was also a great help. Thany You!
john n. ciccone jr. <dbanko@matrixcompanies.com>
linden, nj USA - Saturday, February 03, 2001 at 12:22:17 (EST)
HI, IS THEIR ANYBODY OUT THEIR WITH HIGH TUMOR MARKERS ,PLEASE E MAIL ME I HAVE BEEN ELERVATED FOR 20 MONTHS WITH NO CANCER PRESENT
KAREN <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 16:17:16 (EST)
My mother has been fighting breast cancer for 3 years; She has had lumpectomies done the last 2 times, this time the doctor says she needs to do a mastectomy. Our question is what are the issues surrounding saline implants after radiation. This will help decide weather to do the implants or the tissue manipulation. I thank you in advance for an information you can give us…Thank You and may God Bless
Cari Michalik <Cari 1966_2000>
Aurora, co USA - Tuesday, January 23, 2001 at 12:57:56 (EST)
My sister underwent a biopsy today. She has a mass in her upper right chest cavity
as big as a tangerine. The doctor says there is some kind of chemical present in her
that is coming up in the test that is linked to a carcinogen. He said he has only
seen 2 or 3 patients that have this chemical present that did not have cancer. I can't remember
the name (Menule or something) does anyone know what this chemical is?
djuana <dflanery@imagin.net>
dallas, tx USA - Tuesday, January 16, 2001 at 21:01:50 (EST)
I had mammongrams last week. They called me five days later. This is to take more mammongrams on one breast. I saw the dr. The dr. said it calicum build up in one breast. I tried as much questions and not satisfy my answers. Does anyone know what it mean clearly about calicum in your breast? I like to have some information about this.
Elizabeth <broth@jhuadiag.admin.jhu.edu>
Baltimore, MD USA - Tuesday, January 16, 2001 at 08:25:47 (EST)
Is there any kind of buddy program just to help take me to my first mammogram?
I'm terrified, but if there was someone with me I'd feel a lot better.
Thanks.
Jennifer <jenalen@hotmail.com>
NYC, NY USA - Friday, January 12, 2001 at 11:08:31 (EST)
One month ago Dec. 5,2000,I had a mammogram done,the findings were sent to me and indicated that it was inconclusive, and I needed an ultrasound. That is what I had done today and must wait an additional three days, for results. Did anyone else have a similar problem with fibrocystic breats? Why couldn't they determine the results from the mammogram?
june <lvag@fast.net>
orefield, Pa USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 19:47:36 (EST)
I had a mammogram done one month ago Dec. 5, 2000. The findings said inconclusive and that I should get an ultrasound.That is what I did today, my question is did anyone out there have the same experience that I did?What did the ultrasound show that a mammogram wouldn't
June <lvag@fast.net>
Orefield, Pa USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 19:00:34 (EST)
We are a sponsor of a clinical trial for women with metastatic breast cancer. Is it possible to list information about our trial on your web site? Or can you link to other sites with clinical trial information?
Kindest Regards,
Tina M. Landess <tina.landess@biomedicinesinc.com>
Alameda, CA USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 13:40:54 (EST)
We are a sponsor of a clinical trial for women with metastatic breast cancer. Is it possible to list information about our trial on your web site? Or can you link to other sites with clinical trial information?
Kindest Regards,
Tina M. Landess <tina.landess@biomedicinesinc.com>
Alameda, CA USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 13:40:00 (EST)
We are a sponsor of a clinical trial for women with metastatic breast cancer. Is it possible to list information about our trial on your web site? Or can you link to other sites with clinical trial information?
Kindest Regards,
Tina M. Landess <tina.landess@biomedicinesinc.com>
Alameda, CA USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 13:38:49 (EST)
I thought this site was about the removal of ovarian cysts in guinea pigs. I need information on the survival of my animal after her surgery. She is unable to walk, she is immobile. Can anyone give me information?
CHRISTY <CMK113@HOTMAIL.COM>
USA - Sunday, January 07, 2001 at 21:21:57 (EST)
I was 14 when I had my beign tumor removed from my breast (left side) and ever since then I get very painful pains in that breast and on the right one as well. My question is do you think I should go to a doctor or what ? I get the pain while Im on my period and off.
Myndie Carter <dance_chick02@hotmail.com>
St. George , Ut USA - Thursday, January 04, 2001 at 22:49:11 (EST)
Can anyone tell me if there are any certain types of birth control
or any other methods to make your breast grow. I have very small breast
and very low self esteem, but im too afraid to get implants. Any ideas
would be greatly appreciated
julie <runtyandchunky@yahoo.com>
edgewater, fl USA - Tuesday, December 19, 2000 at 08:38:20 (EST)
Hi,
Could anyone tell me how accurate an ultrasound exam is? I have a lump but the mammogram was clear and the ultrasound was also. The docs think it is scar tissue from an old injury. I am still worried about it though as the lump is quite big and I have had it for three years.
I hope someone can help me as I have nobody to talk to here as I have moved here from England.
Many thanks
Caryl Deans <carylnco@home.com>
Red Deer, AB Canada - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 16:31:32 (EST)
TO DR. AXELROD OR ANYONE WITH AN ANSWER.
I HAVE HAD FIVE(5) BENIGN TUMORS REMOVED FROM BOTH BREAST IN THE PAST 5 YEARS.
I AM CONCERN. I'VE BEEN THINKING OF HAVING MY BREAST REMOVED AND RESCONTRUCTED AS A PREVENTIVE MATURE FOR BREAST CANCER. I AM CONSTANTLY HAVING PAIN IN MY BREAST AT ALL TIMES THROUGHOUT MY MENTRAL CYCLE.
WHAT DO YOU THINK???
PLEASE BE HONEST AND AS BLUNT AS POSSIBLE.
THANK YOU.
Lidia <lidiagzlz@aol.com>
Homestead, FL USA - Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 18:24:42 (EST)
hi, i am a 8 year breast cancer survivor. i was diagnosed when i was 32 years
old. i have NO history of breast cancer in my family, although my dad and my maternal
grandfather had prostrate cancer. i wish that we could see more information being
given about the younger women having breast cancer. it seems like everything i
pick up and read, is saying that you have to be over 40 to even be at high risk.
this is SUCH bull. i hear of women in their early 30's and even in their 20's
being diagnosed all of the time with absolutly NO history. my older sister went
to request a mammagram after i was diagnosed and her doc. told her she didn't
need one until she was 40, (she was 35 at the time) when she told him that her
sister had just been told she had breast cancer, her dr. told her there was NO
WAY!!!!! i have heard so many women when ask if they go for mammagrams, " i don't
need one, i'm not 40 yet", i would like to do something to help younger women
understand that they are just a likely to have it happen to them as someone over
40!!!!! any suggestions?
teri lytle <a40browneyes@aol.com>
tecumseh, ok USA - Tuesday, November 14, 2000 at 14:23:42 (EST)
HI, I JUST FOUND THIS SITE TODAY, AND IM GLAD THAT I DID. IF THERE IS ANYONE OUT THERE THAT CAN ANSWER A FEW QUESTIONS I WOULD BE GRATEFUL! I AM 34 YEARS OLD AND MY SISTER 35 HAS BREAST CANCER, SHE HAS HAD A MASSECTOMY, CHEMO AND RADIATION, SHE IS GOING TO BE HAVING ANOTHER MESSECTOMY FOR THE OTHER BREAST, EVEN THOUGH SHE DOES NOT HAVE CANCER IN THAT BREAST, THEY JUST WANT TO BE SAFE. I TAKE 2MG OF ESTROGEN EVERYDAY FOR THE HYSTERECTOMY THAT I HAD 7 YEARS AGO, AND HAVE HAD A LUMP REMOVED THAT WAS NORMAL AND I HAVE BREAST DISCHARGE THAT STARTED AFTER I BREAST FED MY CHILDREN/MY YOUNGEST IS NOW 9 YEARS OLD. I REALLY FEEL THAT I SHOULD BE ON SOMETHING TO HELP PREVENT CANCER. I HAVE TALKED WITH MY DOCTOR WHO IS JUST A FAMILY PRACTICE MD, AND HE THINKS THAT EVERYTHING IS JUST FINE THE WAY IT IS. WHAT SHOULD I DO. PLEASE HELP!!
TINA <TLBEEBE@NETCNCT.NET>
THE DALLES, OR USA - Wednesday, November 08, 2000 at 16:08:52 (EST)
I just read a good part of the book, "Bosom Buddies" and really liked the humor connected to it. It made me laugh at a time when I am about to visit my surgeon for the first visit on Monday. I had mammograms and then had to go back for ultrasound of the right breast. I have a "dominant mass" which the Radiologist suggested biopsy to further evaluate it. I am very nervous. I just had a total hysterectomy in June (Stage Ib uterine cancer and Low Malignant Potential Ovarian Cancer). I really am thinking, "What more do I need to go through this year?" Any personal e-mails will be appreciated. Norwaylin@aol.com
Linda Piche <Norwaylin@aol.com>
Olmsted Township, OH USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 01:59:41 (EST)
Hi! I am a 42 yrs. old mom with two children. I am looking for some guidance. Right now I am scared and don't know who to call. I recently moved to Florida from New Jersey and I need help finding a radiologist to examine me. In Jan. 1999 I had my yearly mammo. screening and they found a 3cm long mass which is isodense to fibroglandular tissue on my left breast. They performed an ultra sound and a FNA, they said that it was negatve and it was a fibro cyst. They advised me to come back in six months for another ultra sound. I went back in Dec. 1999 and everything was o.k. the fibro cyst had no change, the doctor told me to come back in Jan. 2000 for a mammo screening. In March 2000 I went for my annual screening mammo. There was no change in my left breast, but now my right breast had a density spot consistent to breast tissue. They performed a ultra sound and said it was not a mass. I was told to come back in a year for my annual mammo. But if I felt anything unusual to make sure I got it checked out.
About a week ago I started having pain in my left breast,at first I just thought it was because the time of the month. But I still having it, its a dull pain like an annoying toothache. I had my doctors from New Jersey (Englewood Hospital Breast Care Center)send my films. (They were unfamiliar about this area in Florida and couldn't recommend anyone). Can someone please help me with a suggestion, what should I do next?
Also what is the differnce between a mammogram and a mammotone?
Monica Z. <Momz122@aol.com>
Melbourne Beach, FL USA - Friday, October 27, 2000 at 14:42:27 (EDT)
JUST WANT TO THANK DR AXELROD FOR ALL THE WORK SHE'S DONE AND CONTINUES TO DO...I WANT TO THANK HER FOR HELPING SO MANY PEOPLE ( MYSELF INCLUDED)....I WANT TO THANK HER FOR LISTENING TO US WOMEN AND NOT TRIVALIZING OUR "PROBLEMS"... I AM A 4 YEAR SURVIVOR AND HAVE JUST CELEBRATED MY 40 TH BIRTHDAY....LIFE IS GOOD....HANG IN THERE EVERYBODY....THERE IS A LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL....GOD BLESS YOU DEBROAH.....
ELIZABETH <SHAAMROCKK@AOL.COM>
OZONE PK, NY USA - Friday, October 27, 2000 at 01:59:03 (EDT)
I DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT A FRIEND OF MINE. SHE REFUSES TO GET A MAMMOGRAM SHE IS IN HER LATE FORTY'S AND HAS NEVER HAD ONE. SHE IS OVER WEIGHT AND HER COMMENT WAS, FAT PEOPLE DONT NEED ONE! I JOKINGLY SAID FINE THEN IM E-MAILING ROSIE AND TELLING HER YOU WONT GET ONE. SHE SAID GO AHEAD SHE'S THE ONLY ONE WHO COULD GET ME TO GET ONE. SO SINCE IM NOT ROSIE WHAT COULD I POSSIBLY SAY TO HER TO MAKE HER GET ONE??? HELP!!!!
kami owens <owens446@cs.com>
island park , id USA - Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 23:10:06 (EDT)
Dear Dr. Axlerod, Thanks for speaking to us in Waukesha Wisconsin 9/14/00. What a distinct pleasure to meet you. It was GREAT to see you on the Rosie O'Donnell Show yesterday . . . and YES you did a GREAT JOB of singing!!! I am so very proud of you. Remember me? I wanted your autograph so bad - I got it before you even spoke. I was the one wearing the T-shirt from the Rosie O'Donnell Show and am currently battling breast cancer for the 3rd time in 12 years. I was so excited to have you autograph my copy of Bosom Buddies. The book is a great resource! I've wanted to write sooner so you can tell Rosie about me and that I'd love to be on her show to be a representative of a spunky breast cancer survivor. Keep up the fantastic work.
June <tjtnest@yahoo.com>
Waukesha, WI USA - Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 17:41:01 (EDT)
I have lots of cysts in my breasts and have had to get them aspirated a few times in the past. My question is are cancerous lumps ALWAYS hard or should I run to the doctor for each new soft cyst (I'd have to go all the time then!)Thank you
Barbara <BlueRoseb@aol.com>
Rutherford, NJ USA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 20:53:16 (EDT)
Six weeks ago, my mammogram findings indicated a "suspicious abnormality". I was advised by my gynecologist to make an appointment with a breast specialist. What with the media/medical frenzy that now surrounds breasts and breast cancer and the EARLY DETECTION scenario, you would think I would be able to see a specialist within a week or two. The earliest appointments I could get was 10/23 and 10/31 (from early September). I was all set to go on 10/23 and she cancelled, due to a family emergency!! I still have my appointment on 10/31, but I am very frustrated at having to wait so long to see someone. Early detection DOES NOT mean you will get early treatment. The stress of not knowing what lies ahead is very depressing.
I think if you are selling early detection as the be all and end all, you ought to have a structure behind that "early detection" that allows for patients to be seen rapidly.
I have not been unscathed by the cancer wars. Ten years ago I had a radical hysterectomy for uterine cancer. It is very difficult for me to just sit and wait - knowing that something is there, although microcalcifications are not regarded as emergencies. They are not emergencies, but they can be cancerous or precursors to cancer, and I am not at all comfortable not knowing.
Patricia Mazella <pmazella@scor.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 13:11:22 (EDT)
HI ROSIE!
MY NAME IS DENISE, I AM 31 YEARS OLD, AND I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY LEFT BREAST FOR WHILE. AT THE AGE OF 13 I FELT SOMETHING WAS NOT RIGHT WITH MY LEFT BREAST. AFTER WHILE I FELT BETTER. BUT FOR THE PAST 2 TO 3 YEARS I HAVE THE SAME FEELING BUT MORE INTENSE THAN PREVIOUS. IT'S ITCHING ME AND HURTING ME LIKE IT WAS HITTED OR GOT PUNCHED SO HARD. SO AS THIS MONTH IS CALLED THE BREAST CANCER MONTH, I WOULD LIKE TO ASK YOU IF YOU CAN REFFER ME TO SOME PLACE WHERE I CAN OFFER MYSELF AS A VOLUNTER TO HAVE A FREE SONOGRAM OR MAMOGRAM TO DETECT THE CAUSE OF MY LEFT BREAST PAIN. I DON' T KNOW IF IT IS A CANCER OR A LUMP. I AM VERY SCARED ABOUT THAT. I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE THAT ROSIE IF SOMEHOW YOU COULD MAKE IT HAPPENS FOR ME TO HAVE THE TEST. I AM LIVING IN QUEENS, NEW YORK. I STOP HERE AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ROSIE.
SINCERELY, DENISE
DENISE MONDESIR <GEGI28@AOL.COM>
QUEENS, NY USA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 11:49:15 (EDT)
Finally made it to you website after seeing you on Rosie this morning!! Great job!(on the show and the website!)Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you during Breast Cancer Awareness month! Continued success! Cindy
Cindy Knauer <cknauerRN@aol.com>
N.Y.,N.Y., USA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 11:09:42 (EDT)
MY SISTER LISA WAS DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER AT THE AGE OF 29 YEARS OLD, IN AUGUST OF 1996. SHE HAD BREAST CANCER IN BOTH BREASTS AND SEVERAL LYMPH NODES. She had her lumpectomy and her lymph nodes removed. She had several doses of chemotherapy, unfortunately her Chemo caused her to get Luekemia and she passed away in June of 1997. She was 30 years old. There was a recent study advising people to get a breast reduction if they want to reduce their risk of breast cancer by 50%. This is not true! My sister Lisa had a breast reduction when she was 18 years old. She had very large breast and was reduced to a size B. She did not get the reduction to avoid breast cancer, but for other medical problems. I just want others to be aware of her case and not to get a reduction to avoid breast cancer. Unfortunately, the study does not pertain to everyone. I would also like for more people to understand young women also get breast cancer. MAYBE YOU SHOULD GIVE YOUR AGES SO WE CAN SEE THE NUMBERS FOR OURSELVES.....We can do our own STUDY!!!!!
Renee <renee695@home.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 00:37:59 (EDT)
how do i get a free tee shirt for having a mamogram?
THANK YOU
dorothy vandenlangenberg <polkadot3209@yahoo.com>
depere, wis. USA - Saturday, October 21, 2000 at 21:09:39 (EDT)
MY SISTER HAS JUST STARTED HER CHEMO SINCE HAVING A MASECTOMY. SHES DOING FINE WITH SOME SIDE AFFECTS. I LIKED TO KNOW WHAT OTHER PROBLEMS SHE'LL BE FACING SO THAT WE CAN MAKE HER FEEL MORE COMFORTABLE IN THE MONTHS AHEAD? I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM FAMILY MEMBERS AND HOW YOU ARE COPING WITH IT. MYSELF AND MY OTHER TWO SISTERS HAVE BEEN THERE FOR HER WHENEVER SHE NEEDS ANYTHING. I HOPE THAT WE ARE DOING EVERYTHING THAT WE CAN.
GRACE ARRIOLA <GRAYCE2057@AOL.COM>
TUCSON, AZ USA - Monday, October 16, 2000 at 20:37:32 (EDT)
Does Dr. Axelrod actually read and respond to this site? If not, I'd like to know how to contact her.
Stephen McDonald <zoz45@hotmail.com>
Torrance, CA USA - Tuesday, October 10, 2000 at 15:40:36 (EDT)
In Feb.2000 I was diagnosed and since I have a very strong family history of breast cancer I decided to have a double with tram reconstrution. Have undergone 6 rounds of chemo (orange koolaid with additives) and currently on tamoxifen. Will have my port removed in the next week and have the last phase of reconstruction at the same time. I'm ready to get on with my life and get out of the paused status that I feel like we have all been in for the last 10 monthes.
Phyllis Trousdale <trousda1@gte.net>
Baytown, Tx USA - Monday, October 09, 2000 at 00:24:19 (EDT)
Dr. Axelrod,
In the Sept.2000 issue of Maxim Magazine, I read an article about male breast cancer. I have been trying to find a way to e-mail Ms. Rosie O'Donnell, because even though I know how much greater the disease is in women, it does affect men, also. I recently met a survivor who discussed this issue with me, and she told me that a prominent hollywood actor had been diagnosed. I won't mention his name, because that might lead to legal issues that I am not aware of. All I would like, if possible, is for you to inform your friend Rosie that breast cancer also affects men in this world. If a celebrity championed a cause that was "for men only," I would think that women would stand up to make all aware, if the disease affected both sexes. I would appriciate any help you could give me, and any statistics that you could send me regarding male breast cancer.
Respectfully,
Stephen McDonald
Stephen McDonald <zoz45@hotmail.com>
Torrance, CA USA - Monday, October 02, 2000 at 18:38:57 (EDT)
my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer just a month ago since then she has had a masectomy. what are the chances of my other three sisters, nieces and myself of developing breast cancer and how often should we have a mammogram?nothing can be more scary then to know that someone you love has cancer.
grace arriola <grayce2057@aol.com>
tucson, az USA - Saturday, August 26, 2000 at 16:34:39 (EDT)
On July 17 my mam showed some changes in the mass and I went for a sonogram and they could not detect anything. Further testing such as a biopsy is needed. My grandmother, mother, aunt all had both breast removed from breast cancer. My 36 year old sister was diagnosed in May of 99 and passed away June 9 of this year from this dreaded disease. The strangest thing, as I was reading thru some info. on this site I found her postings from Oct. 30, 1999. I found alot of her info helpful and went thru her things looking for Bosom Buddies. I've began reading and am finding it very helpful. I was thinking on asking my doc not to even do the biopsy since there is a chance it can spread thru the blood. Why not just get the mass removed or even with my family history why not just get them both off so I will have peace of mind. I got to see the surgeon on June 22 and a 2nd opion on Sept. 1. Not sleeping to well. Thanks.
Sharon Kostura <pinki@f-tech.net>
Pottsville, PA USA - Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 22:49:32 (EDT)
I am 41 years old and have been having sharp pains in my left breast on and off for about 6 months now. The usually happen just before my cycle or during ovulation. The DR. says that many women get unexplained breat pains and that they are usually caused by hormones, he thinks? I went for a mammo yesterday, (I have no lump) and asked the female technician, she too confirmed what the DR. said. I don't buy it. If you have pain, your body is trying to tell you that something is wrong, my question is, "What is my body trying to tell me?" Does anyone else have this problem?
Brenda Byrd <brendabyrd@mynd.com>
Columbia, SC USA - Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 12:27:07 (EDT)
HI,THEIR HAVE BEEN NO NEW MESSAGES FOR MONTHS,COME ON GIRLS GET ON THE COMPUTER AND EXCHANGE NOTES . ITS OVER A YEAR AND I STILL HAVE HIGH TUMOR MARKERS 27/29 STILL FEEL GREAT AND NO FINDING OF CANCER. IF ANYONE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM PLEASE WRITE IN. THANKS, KAREN
KAREN RILEY TANZELLA <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Sunday, August 13, 2000 at 18:48:03 (EDT)
Well done Deborah!!!!!
Madonna Kelly <maxchelsea@aol,com>
USA - Monday, July 24, 2000 at 21:15:20 (EDT)
In October of 1999, on routine mammogram, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I underwent a left mastectomy in November. Before I had the surgery, my sister gave me a copy of Bosom Buddies to help me make the right decision. I could not have made a clear, intelligent decision about my care if I did not read this book. It is in english and not medicalese. Every question was answered and, after surgery, the answers were the right ones. Thank you Dr. Axelrod for helping me get through this. I am cancer free and a survivor!!
Rose <sicilian513@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 15:51:33 (EDT)
I just had my yearly mammagram. The results stated that compared to last year it showed assymetrical density in the top aspect of the right breast. Should assume there is a lump? Best case/worst case scenerio?
Sherrie Rush <sherrie@chesapeakenet.com>
Joppa, Md USA - Thursday, July 06, 2000 at 09:37:43 (EDT)
At 75, I have been told to get a biopsy after a mammogram and ulstrasound found a lump. What is the procedure for one my age as far as the treatment after surgery.
Rita Cross <ritacross@yahoo.com>
Pleasanton, CA USA - Wednesday, June 28, 2000 at 17:20:31 (EDT)
Hi again, I posted back on Oct 26 1999. At that time I was just diganosed and trying to decide what route of treatment to take. Well I did four rounds of AC chemo and six weeks of radiation. I feel great (besides the extra weight I gained) and I have hair again!!!! I keep my minstral cycel all the way through treatment, and I pray to God I stay cancer free so we can start a family after my two year anniversery of my diag. I just want to let women know believe it or not you can do this. I view life a whole diffrent way now. Everyday you are thankful for the small things, the trees are green, the sky is blue the birds sing.
LIFE IS GOOD AND I AM CANCER FREE!!!!!
Kim <TKFlint@aol.com>
San Diego,, CA USA - Wednesday, June 07, 2000 at 00:44:42 (EDT)
HI, ENJOY THIS SITE VERY MUCH AS I HAVE WRITTEN ON OCASION ABOUT MY HIGH 27/29 MARKERS. WELL ITS ALMOST A YEAR SINCE THEY ELIVATED AND CONTINUE TO GO ALL OVER THE PLACE OH WELL ON A MUCH HAPPIER NOTE NEXT THURSDAY MAY 4, I WILL BE IN THE AUDINCE ON THE ROSIE SHOW. IAM SO EXCITED I CANT WAITE LOOK FOR THE GRAMMY WITH BRIGHT RED HAIR (MY BUSHY HAIR IS A RESULT OF THAT WONDERFUL STUFF CALLED CHEMO) IF THERE IS ANY ONE OUT THEIR WITH HIGH 27/29 MARKERS PLEASE E MAIL ME. THANKS IRISH
KAREN RILEY TANZELLA <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Thursday, April 27, 2000 at 14:31:36 (EDT)
I have fibroid adinoma. In 1995, at age 25, I found a lump in my left breast. (My Mom had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992.) I was so scared, especially since it runs in my family. I made an appointment to see a doctor and he did a needle biopsy to check if it might be a cyst. It was a solid mass. The doctor gave me some options and I decided to have surgery to remove it. I was happy and thankful to hear that it was benign. In 1997 I found a lump again, this time in my right breast. I decided to have it removed, it was also benign. I have a small scar on each breast, but having the procedure done (each time) gave me peace of mind.
SFA
USA - Wednesday, April 12, 2000 at 03:44:21 (EDT)
I previously wrote in October of 1999. At that time, I had metastises in 2 sites. On Monday, April 3, 2000, I was advised that I had metastises in 3 further sites - my left hip is now involved and as well, my T11 and L1 vertebrae. I will see my oncologist next week. My family doc indicates that I may have to have further chemo - probably Taxol. He has indicated that this is the protocol for stage 4 metastatic cancer where nothing else has worked. Any ideas out there. As you can imagine, I am a bit frightened. Monika
Monika Aitchison <andrewa@efni.com>
North Bay, ON Canada - Wednesday, April 05, 2000 at 08:53:10 (EDT)
I am 45 years old and have been getting mammograms yearly since age 35. In 7/99 I had a physical and mammogram. Everything was fine. In 12/99 while doing my monthly self breast exam, I found a lump. I immediately went to my doctor. I had another mammagram,which showed nothing, but the ultrasound detected the mass. I have had a mastectomy and I am taking tamoxifin. There wasn't any sign of cancer in my lymph nodes or the tissue sounding the tumor. I can't emphasize enough the importance of monthly self breast exams. I know it saved my life.
Donna <jazzydcl2@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 14:38:40 (EDT)
Hello. I was scheduled for a second mammagram this past week after my doctor's office called and said they needed to do another one. Nothing was explained to me until I got to the hospital and was told I have calcification in my left breast. After the second mammagram was done, I was told the doctor reading the x-rays didn't think it was serious, but to have a mammagram again in 6 months. I'm going to call my doctors office and ask why noone has bothered to talk to me about this, but can someone enlighten me on calcification?
Donnitta Couch <dtoppy@aol.com>
Bristol, VA USA - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 23:11:50 (EST)
Ok got back my results from my double biopsy's and the calcifications and the lump was Not Cancer. Thank Goodness it is a fibroid adinoma. What a scare that was. Hate what women have to go through but with all the advanced medicine that is out there for breast cancer detection I feel relieved. Still not enough is being done for a cure. Not sure if I want to have a surgury to remove the lump. IF there is anyone who had this let me know if I should have it removed.
Dee <Dlite200@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 21, 2000 at 22:44:31 (EST)
This website will calculate your personal RISK for developing BREAST CANCER in the next 5 years as well as your lifetime risk!
Russ McCaig <whatismyrisk@yahoo.com>
El Dorado, KS USA - Monday, March 20, 2000 at 23:15:12 (EST)
Well I had the Mamotome biopsy and the Sonogram biopsy and thank goodness it was not that horrible. Was hoping that the lump in my right breast was just a cyst but there was no fluid so now I am hoping that it is just a fibroid. I noticed a lot more clusters of calcifications on the Xray and the Doctor told me that it is 80percent not cancer. Worried about the 20 percent it could be cancer. I will find out in two days. So for who ever reads this please say a prayer.
Dee <Dlite200@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 18, 2000 at 13:57:03 (EST)
I am almost 29 years old and I noticed a lump in my right breast, so I ran to the doctors and after the mammogram he came in and said that everything is clear but in your left breast there is calcifications. To my self I said what hell is that. I have had a Sonogram on the lump and now i am scheduled for a monotome biopsy and a sonography biopsy in two days. I have read up on calcification and I think i have microcalcification cause there was a cluster on the mammogram, and learned that it is a sign of cancer. I am freaking out even though he told me that it is 99.8 percent not cancer. I have two little kids at home and I am scared out of my wits.
Dee <Dlite200@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 20:49:07 (EST)
Women's Wellness Forum held at the Novi Hilton in Novi, Michigan. April 8, 2000 for more info www.relivonline.com/vanessagladney
Held by Reliv International, we have a product call Soy Sentials that have helped at lot of women with breast cancer and other female problems. This forum will be very informative, plan to attend. Thanks
Vanessa Gladney <vanessagladney@aol.com>
Melvindale, MI USA - Friday, March 03, 2000 at 19:08:56 (EST)
Would you like to know your personal risk for developing Breast Cancer in the next 5 years? over your lifetime? Many Doctors are using the GAIL Model of Risk Assessment Tool to screen their female patients. Visit www.whatismyrisk.com to have your Risk assessed.
Russ <whatismyrisk@yahoo.com>
El Dorado, KS USA - Friday, March 03, 2000 at 00:21:49 (EST)
three weeks ago my left breast started to drain and bleed. I went to the doctors and right away they started all the usual testing plus they thought it just could be a infection and now last week 2/24/99 they did a biobosy and I have to wait 12 days for the results and continue to be in pain. Before they did the biobosy the doctor put a name that it could turn out to be which is Paget's Disease any one out there with any info. on this or know anything about this.
Dotty <Tahjbaby aol.com>
cranston, RI. USA - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 23:42:30 (EST)
HI;I HAVE HAD ELEVATED 27-29 MARKERS FOR EIGHT MONTHS (EACH TIME TAKEN ALWAYS LOWER BUT NOT NORMAL YET)YESTERDAY I HAD A BONE SCAN ALONG WITH A FULL CAT SCAN EVERYTHING WAS CLEAN.MY NEW DOCTOR AT DANA FARBER SAID I HAVE FOUR DEGREES BUT I DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH YOU. IS THEIR ANYONE OUT THEIR WITH THE SAME PROBLEM? thanks karen
KAREN RILEY TANZELLA <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 08:54:51 (EST)
Hi, I'm 37 years old and went for a baseline mammogram in Dec.It came back with something on it, the tech said it was a lymph node. I was not comfortable with that answer, and have since found a mass. My primary care doc sent me to a surgeon.He say's it is not a lymph node and has scheduled a biopsy. My Question is what is a stereotactic biopsy and whatis done during this prosedure?
Lori <Bluetop@together.net>
Burlington, VT USA - Monday, February 07, 2000 at 20:05:46 (EST)
I had my first mammagram last week, it came back with the right breast denser than the left, they had me come back, in the mean time I found a lump on my left breast under the nipple and its the size of a pea, this is the first self exam Ive ever done, they couldnt see it on the second mammagram and not on the ultra sound and told me to watch it to see if it grows in size. I am uncomfortable with this and wonder if I shouldnt just have them take it out no matter what. How long should I wait to see if it goes away?
I am leaving town tommorow so wont be able to receive emails until after 2/17/00. I can receive them today however. Thanks.
Sue Dawley <SMD0823@aol.com>
Mt.Pleasant, SC USA - Sunday, February 06, 2000 at 09:28:49 (EST)
Dear Sheila;
Wow, congratulations on your battle! I'm interested in that
bone stem cells treatment that you recieved. It apparently
was a success. What hell you must have gone through getting
chemo 24/7 for the whole month of Dec. I only had 6/3week treaments
so far and I really would like to not get any more. My Drs.
decided to give me chemo first to shrink the 5.5 cm breast tumor
before removing it. It shrank into nothing. Mammograms and
the MRI found zero cancer. I just had a lumpectomy and am waiting
for the pathology results. But I'm sure I'll be getting radiation and
more chemo just as a precaution. My diagnose was July 16th. And this
has been an amazing trip. I have read 5 books on breast cancer and
became quite and expert on applying make-up and using wigs.
I've even learned how to sew turbans. So live and learn they say.
Love your spirits and God Bless. Judy
Judy Dapp <poo@cyberenet.net>
Atlantic City, NJ USA - Sunday, February 06, 2000 at 09:24:17 (EST)
I am a 48 year old who was diagnosed with breast cancer in April of 1998. When I heard that word,I became an emotional wreck. I began to ask myself the usual questions "why me, how could this happen?" After all, no one in my family had been diagnosed with it. The honor was solely mine. I began chemotherapy, and began a journey that to this day still facinates me. After chemotherapy, I qualified for a stem-cell marrow transplant. I was hospitalized for nearly a month while my stem cells were extracted and I was given high doses of chemotherapy (24hrs for three days). Then the stem cells were put back into my system and the road to rebuilding my immune system began. I left the hospital about a week before Christmas, 65pounds lighter and a desire to fight this disease in my heart. I have just had my first body c-scan and so far I am still in remission. I am determined not to let this "situation" get the best of me. I am back at work, feeling good, watching my fat intake and drinking green tea. Life feels good.If anyone wants to reply....please feel free to do so. I'm a good reader/listner and know what you are going through.
Sheila Hughes <toyeggie@gateway.net>
Baltimore, Maryland USA - Saturday, January 29, 2000 at 22:09:16 (EST)
Hi,
My name is Pam. I am 46 years old & was diagnosed with breast cancer in Oct. 1999. I have no relatives who had the disease, so I really didn't think this would happen to me. My cancer was found by mammogram. It was too small to feel as it was less than 1 cm. The microcalcifications on the mammo indicated I needed a biopsy but they told me not to worry that 80% of the time it is nothing. I was in shock when the results of the biopsy was cancer. I was very fortunate that it was early cancer (stage I) & hadn't spread to nodes. I had a lumpectomy & am at the end of my radiation treatments (39 in all), then I start tamoxifen. I can't express to women enough how important it is to get their mammograms. Thank you so much Rosie for devoting so much of your time to this cause. I was given your book, "Bossom Buddies" when I was in the hospital. I loved it. It gave so much information that I needed when I needed it & was entertaining as well.
Pam
Pam Castillo <pjcastillo@aol.com>
Fountain Valley, ca USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at 15:10:36 (EST)
My name is nataly, and am 31yrs old. About 1 yr ago I found a lump and my doctor wanted it checked out. I had to make arrangements with ins for which hospital to go to, which was 3 hrs away, when i got ther they had changed my mamogram to ultrasound, beacause i was too young they said
the tech could feel it but could not see it on the ultrasound so she had the radiologist come look he said he couldnt feel it and couldnt see it and gave me a lecture about me being to young and the my risks wernt all that high although my mother is a 2 time survivor 39 yrs and 46 yrs 52yrs now. and grandmother and her sister ahve both had it and died from it. he made me feel like I was just wasting his time and he was very impatient with me, he did tell me he would suggest to my doc that i follow up with a mammogram, i left feeling embarrased but content htat we would follow up and maybe someone would tell what it was, but when my doc got the results from the radioligists it stated everything was clear. I felt so dumb and felt he just was appeasing me for the time being, and my doc refused to push for a 2nd opinion . I stopped seeing her but have been unable to go check it out cause feel they may treat me like that again, but after reading these many letters I am considering following up on it. thanks nataly
Nataly <kadnat@teknett.com>
pahrump, nv USA - Friday, January 14, 2000 at 17:49:50 (EST)
I JUST FOUND THIS SITE,THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES OVER.I HAVE HAD HIGH TUMOR MARKERS SINCE JULY AND AM 8 YEARS OUT FROM BREAST CANCER. I HAVE SEVERAL CAT SCANS MRI X RAYS AND BIOPSY WITH NO SIGN OF CANCER. I FEEL BETTER THAN EVER PHYSCIALLY BUT MENTALY THIS 27 29 WILL PUT ME OVER THE EDGE. THE PERSON ON YOUR SITE THAT WROTE IN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM PLEASE E MAIL ME SO WE CAN CHANGE NOTES . THIS IS THE LONGEST 7 MONTHS OF MY LIFE. I LEFT MY LOCAL HOSPITAL AND WENT INTO DANA FARBER IN BOSTON.THANK YOU ROSIE FOR ALL THE GREAT WORK YOU DO FOR BREAST CANCER IRISH
KAREN RILEY TANZELLA <KELDAN@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
DANVERS, MA USA - Monday, January 10, 2000 at 08:39:29 (EST)
Thanks for your wonderful book. It is really informative and I absolutely loved reading it. great contribution !!!
sharinyman <snyman0988>
USA - Saturday, December 18, 1999 at 22:35:24 (EST)
I am so glad that you have a website. I enjoyed reading your book Bosom Buddies. It is so easy to read, yet contains so much valuable information. A question: A year and a half after my breast cancer treatments ended, my breast cancer tumor markers have become very erratic, showing high at three testings, then normal, then climbing up again. I know that these tests could have false positives, false negative results. Nevertheless, it is disconcerting. What could be the reason for these up and down markers?
Louisa Sassoon <sassoon12@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 11:41:28 (EST)
I am a teacher on the north fork of Long Island. The faculty has a "secret santa" luncheon. I am a "secret santa" to a breast cancer survivor. I would like to make a donation in her name, but I do not know how to go about it. Could you help?
Nancy Benjamin <Nancy443@gateway.net>
East Quogue, NY USA - Friday, November 26, 1999 at 21:24:09 (EST)
I am going in for a biopsy on th 22nd for calcifications, I had a question about catagories my right breast is rated a 1 my left a 4, I didn't want to wait till Monday to ask my Dr. does anyone know? I just got the report faxed to me tonight from the Dr.s office and would appreciate it if anyone can answer this for me. I also just got the book Bosum Buddies, what a great job you have done writing this. Thank you.
Susan
Susan <susanht@aol.com>
VT USA - Friday, November 19, 1999 at 20:12:10 (EST)
Are there any websites about diseases that affect the breast that u would
recommend?
thank-you
s. gorman <sgorman75@hotmail.com>
canada - Friday, November 19, 1999 at 16:25:40 (EST)
Casey,
Personally, I think you are worrying abit too much. But better to be aware of what is happening than not paying attention to changes. The only thing worse than finding a lump is NOT finding the lump. Keep doing monthly self exams and follow up with your family physian. You know when you have a weight loss, where it comes off of. Of course with a gain this is where some of it goes.
Stay on top of things, but don't be paranoid. At 39, I had a lumpectomy, 6 months of chemo and 5 weeks of radiation, so I know it's hard not to worry, but don't drive yourself crazy.
Nancy<bennett@csolve.net>
Cottage Country, On Canada - Tuesday, November 16, 1999 at 23:57:11 (EST)
Casey,
Personally, I think you are worrying abit too much. But better to be aware of what is happening than not paying attention to changes. The only thing worse than finding a lump is NOT finding the lump. Keep doing monthly self exams and follow up with your family physian. You know when you have a weight loss, where it comes off of. Of course with a gain this is where some of it goes.
Nancy<bennett@csolve.net>
Cottage Country, On Canada - Tuesday, November 16, 1999 at 23:54:46 (EST)
I have a question. I am 39 yrs. old, with a 2 yr. old son and a 10 mo. old daughter. I noticed when I was pregnant with my daughter that one breast was bigger than the other. My ob said it was normal. Now I think it is bigger still. I am not breastfeeding. I have gained about 20 lbs. since the birth, because I quit smoking. I had a mammogram done just a few days ago, and it came back normal. Should I continue to worry, or is this a result of the kids being born and the weight gain? I would appreciate a response.
Casey<gruszeckic@cs.com>
Getzville, NY USA - Monday, November 15, 1999 at 13:15:44 (EST)
My mom had her left breast removed on Thursday November 11,1999. The pathology report came back on Friday stating that 15 nodes were removed with three testing positive. I have not seen the report but will obtain it as your book suggests. I know that I'm not giving you much information but I need to know if because this has spread to the nodes could she still recover 100%? She is 67 years old and has alway been in perfect health.
Lori Ragozzino<nudge4@aol.com>
Meriden, CT USA - Sunday, November 14, 1999 at 11:21:48 (EST)
Hello, I am a 22 yr. old mother, two weeks before my 21st B-day, I went for an annual checkup. My doctor found a lump and I went for a mammogram. One week later I was called in for a sonogram. They found nothing. I went back six months later for another. Still nothing. I do self-exams but I am still not sure what is a lump and what is not. My doctor tried explaining but still I am confused. To me it feels very lumpy which scares me. If anyone could tell me if your are expose to feel any glands or lumps that are normal, and any warning signs of breast cancer I would greatly appriecate it. My prayers are with you all. Thank you.
Stacy Harsh<Staci116@aol.com>
Carthage, TX USA - Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 04:18:38 (EST)
I AM AN AMERICAN CITIZEN LIVING IN MEXICO. I JUST GOT MY
FIRST MAMMOGRAM LAST MONTH BECAUSE OF ROSIE(I AM 41) HERE IN MEXICO. BECAUSE
THEY FOUND "SOMETHING" I DECIDED WHILE I WAS IN LOS ANGELES FOR MY GOD
SONS 1ST BIRTHDAY I'D GET A SECOND OPINION. FIRST OF ALL MY HEALTH INSURANCE
DOES NOT COVER ME IN THE U.S. SO AS A EARLY XMAS GIFT MY FRIEND SAID SHE'D PAY
FOR ANOTHER MAMMOGRAM THERE. FIRST I'D LIKE TO MAKE A COMMENT THAT I THINK IT IS
RIDICULOUS THAT YOU HAVE TO HAVE A DOCTORS REFERRAL, AT WHICH TIME THEY WEIGH
YOU, TAKE YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE AND CHECK YOUR BREASTS, NOT VERY WELL I MIGHT ADD,
AND THEN CHARGE YOU $75 (WITH A 20% DISCOUNT). I THEN WENT TO HAVE MY MAMMOGRAM,
BUT SINCE I BROUGHT MINE FROM MEXICO THEY SAID I ONLY NEEDED A ULTRA SOUND,
WHICH ENDED UP BEING $192.00. WHEN I ASKED WHY THEY WERE HAVING A SPECIAL FOR
MAMMOGRAMS AND NOT ULTRA SOUNDS THEY SAID IT WAS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
SO ONLY MAMMOGRAMS. MY POINT BEING WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? AND HOW ARE WOMEN
WITH NO INSURANCE SUPPOSE TO BE ABLE TO AFFORD THIS? NO WONDER WOMEN DON'T GET
CHECK UPS!!!! I WAS LUCKY MY FRIEND PAID FOR EVERYTHING, WHICH WAS EMBARASSING.
THE DOCTOR THAT I SEEN SAID MY MAMMOGRAM FROM MEXICO WAS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE,
AND THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN BETTER NOT TO HAVE HAD ONE AT ALL! DID I MENTION
THAT IT WAS THE MOST PHYSICALLY PAINFUL EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE!!! ANYWAY THEY
FOUND A SOLID CYST AND WANT TO DO A BIOPSY, (AT A COST OF $1200.00) SO I HAVE
TWO CHOICES EITHER HAVE IT DONE HERE WITH THEIR NOT SO GOOD EQUIPMENT/DOCTORS
WHERE MY INSURANCE WILL COVER IT, OR WAIT UNTIL I SAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO HAVE IT
DONE IN THE U.S. NOT VERY GOOD CHOICES!!! AGAIN MY POINT BEING WHAT DO WOMEN
WITHOUT INSURANCE DO, WHO CAN NOT AFFORD THIS????? THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME
COMMENT.
SHERYL
GAMBLE <sheryl@mzt.megared.net.com>
mazatlan, sin mexico - Sunday, November 07, 1999 at 21:56:53
(EST)
My girlfriend recently experienced sepage from a nipple.
I am thankful of all the information that you provide. I believe she will have
the chance to see Dr. Axelrod as she has been referred to her. I just purchased
your book. Thanks for the information and for helping thousands of women in
america/basic
Nancy <raycgracey@aol.com>
LA, CA USA - Sunday, November 07, 1999 at 21:43:15 (EST)
Thanx so those who sent the words of the songs that
Rosie sang during October. There might be more if anyone can help me out, I
would appreciate that so much. Take Care......candi
Candace J. Feinberg <craftycandi@webtv.com>
HighlandPark, NJ USA - Sunday, November 07, 1999 at 21:26:25 (EST)
have had breast cancer 1997 lumpectomy, radiation,
chemo,tamoxifen now 3 biopseys later for highly suspicious mams. my breast is
full of scar tissue and has pain in it all the time my breast is deformed and
hard, also much smaller than other breast want to have mastectomy and
reconstruction to get rid of the pain and want to know that future mams, will
read correctly without the scare of malignancy each time they are done does
anyone know if mastectomy can be done now?even if the last biobsy was not
cancer.
marykay <marykay42@aol.com>
oregon, oh USA - Friday, November 05, 1999 at 13:29:17 (EST)
we have prevention/detection&if you have breast
cancer. i'am at the wait&see stage /found a lump& have an appointment
for a biopsy/need words of encouragement!
suzanne cavaliere <vito821999@yahoo.com>
guttenberg, nj USA - Friday, November 05, 1999 at 09:05:32 (EST)
My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in late October 1999. She detected
a lump so she went for her annual mammogram. She had 2 clean Mammograms this year
one in June and one in July. She was still uncomfortable with the lump but figured
the mammogram showed nothing so she was not going to pursue it. She watched Rosie's
show in early October and a woman on the show also had clean mammograms but kept
after the doctor and they removed it and found cancer. Well my mom decided to
follow up with her doctor and they too decided to remove it and it was malignant.
She had 10 to 12 nodes removed the next week and they are clean. Thank you to
Dr. Axelrod and Rosie. If it wasn't for their commitment to Breastcancer Awareness
who knows when we would have found her cancer. My mom is 56 and will be going
for radiation, her sister went through the same process and although I am only
34 I am going for my 1st mammogram this month. I bought my mom Bosom Buddies (the
book) and we read through it together , we laughed,cried and educated ourselves
and we are more aware because of it.
danielle fritz <dfritz684@go.com>
spring hill, fl USA - Thursday, November 04, 1999 at
20:41:39 (EST)
i was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer when i was
only 30 years old. i am now 35. my treatment started out with adjuvant chemo of
adriamycin and cytoxin. a lumpectomy did not show clear margins, so i had to
have a masectomy. after surgery i had chemo again ( taxol ) and radiation. 6
months later i had reconstructive surgery. in jan. 1998 i had a reaccurance.
this time i've been on many different chemo drugs. navalbine, herceptin ( which
didn't work for me !), taxotere, and now xeloda. i now have metastasis to my
spine and liver. i still hope that something will work, or a new drug will come
out. if anyone has a similiar experience i would like to hear from you
beth <bbrendza@cs.com>
clairton,
pa USA - Monday, November 01, 1999 at 23:52:51 (EST)
I was diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma in-situ June 17,
1998. I had a mastectomy on June 19, 1998. The fear of cancer was so
overwhelming especially since my children ranged in age of 21, 17, 11, 4 at the
time of being diagnosed. My age at the time was 44. I was unfamiliar with the
disease of cancer. It did not run in my family. I considered myself healthy, I
did not drink, smoke or over indulge in anything. Seven months prior to my
surgery I had had a mammogram and everything came back clear. I have had
mammograms since the age of 35, because I always had some pain but nothing came
of it. From the time of my last mammogram, (even though it was clear) I
continued to complain of pain, my doctor assured me that everything was fine. I
really couldn't accept that so I started to examine myself thoroughly and was
shocked to find a lump. I immediately went back to another doctor and another
mammogram was taken and this time appeared classifications. I immediately had a
second opinion and then followed by a biopsy. I received the call on June 17,
1998 and I thank God my husband had taken the day off and was home when I got
the call to see the doctor. The feeling one experiences when you are being told
- cannot be expressed - it was like something had violated my body. My surgery
consisted of a total mastectomy and was told no chemo / radiation or medication
were to be part of healing process. I was a bit afraid, considering all the
women I met had to have one or all of the above. I questioned it several times
but I guess God blessed me. Many a times I asked why - why me!!! But through it
all - along with an extremely supportive family - my sister was by my side from
day one. With their strength and prayers I was able to get stronger. Even though
at times, I do still fall, I cry and it helps to overcome the fear. I guess I'll
always have the fear.
Gloria Rodriquez <gloria131@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Sunday, October 31, 1999 at 19:32:34
(EST)
My mother died in 1950 of breast cancer because she was
so afraid to face the fact that she had a problem. She was 45 years old. At 49
years of age, my sister found a lump under her nipple. She took care of her
problem immedidately. Surgery and chemo and she still is enjoying life 14 years
later. I was not at all surprised when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in
1998. I, too, had a mastectomy and chemo. While I was recouperating, I had
several women from a home health care facitily assist me with bathing, etc. I
was shocked at how many of these women asked me why my breast was removed. When
I told them that the doctors found cancer during a routine mammogram, they said
they NEVER HAD ONE BECAUSE THEY WERE TOLD IT HURTS WHEN THEY SQUEEZE THE BREAST.
I did my best to convince these women to go for an annual mammogram. I don't
know how successful I was with them but you can be sure that my daughter is
being checked. This was my second bout with cancer and I am actively
participating in fund raising efforts to fight all forms of cancer through my
affiliation with the Papanicalaou Corps for Cancer Research[PCCR-TCRU](remember
the Pap test?). We have developed a cookbook which is available for holiday
gift-giving. SeaEscape has underwritten our book and all proceeds for the sale
will go to PCCR at the Sylvester Comprehensive Center for Cancer Research, U of
Miami, Florida. The cost of the book is $12.50, shipping and handling is $3.00.
Contact me via e-mail if you're interested in helping us find the recipe for the
cure for cancer.
Sandra Lippman <Sandralip@cs.com>
Coconut Creek, Fl. USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at
14:54:03 (EDT)
October,1999 I was diagnosed with intraductal carcinoma
in situ. I had surgery a week later. November 1, my 45th birthday I will start 6
weeks of radiation. I'm still in shock-no family history, no smoking, very
little drinking. Ive been a health nut my whole life...I've run two 26 mile
marathons 10 years ago. I had never had a mammogram until my husband found a
benign lump on my right side and insisted that I see a doctor. That was in
September. the exam required I get my first mammogram, which showed malignant
calcifications on my left side. I can't tell you how grateful I feel that this
was caught early and how ignorant I feel for having waited till a problem arouse
to take care of myself. My husband was the hero in this case, even though my 82
year old mom thinks he may have "activated the cancer" through
fondling! At least I got one good laugh out of this so far! I pray for all of
us.
doris candito <dcandito@msn.com>
cincinnati, oh USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 13:15:30 (EDT)
October,1999 I was diagnosed with intraductal carcinoma
in situ. I had surgery a week later. November 1, my 45th birthday I will start 6
weeks of radiation. I'm still in shock-no family history, no smoking, very
little drinking. Ive been a health nut my whole life...I've run two 26 mile
marathons 10 years ago. I had never had a mammogram until my husband found a
benign lump on my right side and insisted that I see a doctor. That was in
September. the exam required I get my first mammogram, which showed malignant
calcifications on my left side. I can't tell you how grateful I feel that this
was caught early and how ignorant I feel for having waited till a problem arouse
to take care of myself. My husband was the hero in this case, even though my 82
year old mom thinks he may have "activated the cancer" through
fondling! At least I got one good laugh out of this so far! I pray for all of
us.
doris candito <dcandito@msn.com>
cincinnati, oh USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 13:10:56 (EDT)
I am looking for the words that ROSIE sang on her show
(on or about 1021) about Breast Cancer Awareness.
Candace J. Feinberg <craftycandi@webtv.com>
Highland Park, NJ USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 11:39:31 (EDT)
I am 36 years old. I found a lump December 98. My gyno
sonnogramed me in his office and told me it was nothing to worry about. I
expressed my concern being my mother had breast cancer twice. 9 1/2 years apart.
my gram and aunt. They all beat it. 2 months later i went back it was still
there. He examined me again and said they come and go. I am to young and don't
worry. 2 months later. In May, I went to my family doctor with my concern he
sent me the next day for my first mammogram.And I had breast cancer. They also
found a lump under my arm that they said was 99% cancer also. Well i did not
want to loose my breast. So my surgeon said I was border line to treat it first
to shrink it . To try to save the breast. It was 2 1/2 centimeters. I had 4
treatments of a/c that worked very well with me. After my lumpomety the margins
were clear and the tumor shrunk to 1 centimeter and the lump under the arm
dissapeared and all lymp nodes were clear. my fine needle asperation showed
estrogen receptor positive. But after surger he said it was negative. I need to
question that more. He said it was only slightly on the fine needle. But he also
wants me to get 4 taxol and 5 weeks of radiation. I had i treatment so far. And
feel as though its just to much treatment. I considering getting just one more
treatment and stopping. Doc says two is better than none. And also undecided
about all that radiation. If I don't need all that. Will it cause cancer.also
the percent being 90% it won't return in 3 to 5 years with this precation
treatment. I am not sure about those %s . Being it takes 10 years for a tumor to
grow from 1 cell to 1 centimeter. If it i don't need it and it caused cancer.
Then with treatment they would say it prevented it for 10 years. and without
treatment they would say it came back from not getting treatment. so please
clear this up for me. As I am due to get a 2 nd Taxol on November 8th. Thank
you.And good luck to every one that has to deal with this.
deborah schoffstall <dschof@webtv.net>
pottsville , pa USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 11:37:08 (EDT)
I am 36 years old. I found a lump December 98. My gyno
sonnogramed me in his office and told me it was nothing to worry about. I
expressed my concern being my mother had breast cancer twice. 9 1/2 years apart.
my gram and aunt. They all beat it. 2 months later i went back it was still
there. He examined me again and said they come and go. I am to young and don't
worry. 2 months later. In May, I went to my family doctor with my concern he
sent me the next day for my first mammogram.And I had breast cancer. They also
found a lump under my arm that they said was 99% cancer also. Well i did not
want to loose my breast. So my surgeon said I was border line to treat it first
to shrink it . To try to save the breast. It was 2 1/2 centimeters. I had 4
treatments of a/c that worked very well with me. After my lumpomety the margins
were clear and the tumor shrunk to 1 centimeter and the lump under the arm
dissapeared and all lymp nodes were clear. my fine needle asperation showed
estrogen receptor positive. But after surger he said it was negative. I need to
question that more. He said it was only slightly on the fine needle. But he also
wants me to get 4 taxol and 5 weeks of radiation. I had i treatment so far. And
feel as though its just to much treatment. I considering getting just one more
treatent and stopping. Doc says two is better than none. And also undecided
about all that radiation. If I don't need all that. Will it cause cancer.also
the percent being 90% it won't return in 3 to 5 years with this precation
treatment. I am not sure about those %s . Being it takes 10 years for a tumor to
grow from 1 cell to 1 centimeter. If it i don't need it and it caused cancer.
Then with treatment they would say it prevented it for 10 years. and without
treatment they would say it came back from not getting treatment. so please
clear this up for me. As I am due to get a 2 nd Taxol on November 8th. Thank
you.And good luck to every one that has to deal with this.
deborah schoffstall <dschof@webtv.net>
pottsville , pa USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 11:28:29 (EDT)
I am 36 years old. I found a lump December 98. My gyno
sonnogramed me in his office and told me it was nothing to worry about. I
expressed concern being my mother had breast cancer twice. 9 1/2 years apart. my
gram and aunt. They all beat it. 2 months later i went back it was still there.
He examined me again and said they come and go. I am to young and don't worry. 2
months later. his pass may I went to my family doctor with my concern he sent me
the next day for my first mammogram.And I had breast cancer. They also found a
lump under my arm that they said was 99% cancer also. Well i did not want to
loose my breast. So my surgeon said I was border line to treat first to shrink
it . To try to save the breast. It was 2 1/2 centimeters. I had 4 treatments of
a/c that worked very well with me. After my lumpomety the margins were clear and
the tumor shrunk to 1 centimeter and the lump under the arm dissapeared and all
lymp nodes were clear. my fine needle asperation showed estrogen receptor
positive. But after surger he said it was negative. I need to question that
more. He said it was only slightly on the fine needle. But he also wants me to
get 4 taxl and 5 weeks of radiation. I had i treatment so far. And feel as
though its just to much treatment. I considering getting just one more treatent
and stopping. Doc says two is better than none. And also undecided about all
that radiation. If I don't need all that. Will it cause cancer.also the percent
being 90% it won't return in 3 to 5 years with this precation treatment. I am
not sure about those %s . Being it takes 10 years for a tumoe to grow from 1
cell to 1 centimeter. If it i don't need it and it caused cancer. Then with
treatment they would say it prevented it for 10 years. and without treatment
they would say it came back from not getting treatment. so please clear this up
for me. As I am due to get a 2 nd Taxol on November 8th. Thank you.And good luck
to every one that has to deal with this.
deborah schoffstall <dschof@webtv.net>
pottsville , pa USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 11:18:56 (EDT)
I am a 61 yr. old female. I had a mammogram on OCt. 5th
and was called back for an ultra-sound. The technician, and 2 radiologists
examined it, and feel I need to return within 2 weeks for a needle biopsy and if
no fluid is aspirated, they will insert a larger needle to do a biopsy, all at
the same time. Does this sound like the normal routine? Secondly, I have an
auto-immune disease, called Crohn's Disease. I've had 2 surgeries for it, and
many hospitalizations over the 32 yrs I have lived with this. I have taken a
very large amount of Prednisone over the years, as this is the only miracle
drug, as of yet, for this disease. I just came off of it this September. I have
also had 2 total hip replacements, due to the use of the Prednisone, the hip
problem was called avascular necrosis. Here is my question----if someone already
has an immune disease, immune deficiency and/or a compromized immune
system...how can one go through chemo or radiation as the immune system is
almost non-existent, already. I am hoping and praying I will not have to face
these decisions, but I would like to be prepared ahead of time. Is there anyone
out there that has a similar situation, as to having chemo or radiation with an
already compromised immune system? I'd greatly appreciate any in-put. Thanks.
Pat
Pat B.
<bopaja@cdepot.net>
Jackson, CA USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 10:42:09 (EDT)
What a comprehensive, easy to understand, and enjoyable
text that brings together the science, emotions, and humor that can help us not
only to face breast cancer, but also to enjoy one's breast and come to know it
better with all its riches. The questions help facilitate dialog among docs,
pts, family, and friends with and/or without ca. For over 20 years I have worked
as a chaplain then clinical social worker/child and adult therapist. My areas of
focus have been counseling/providing therapy with cancer, children, and loss and
grief. I have learned from the adults and children with whom I have worked the
value of life....most importantly in the relationships we develp close bonds.
Just to have a book as yours makes such a statement and it does so brillantly. I
would hope that medical students would find it as required reading, and others
who povide treatment for patients would get a hold of it quickly. How many times
I have sat with some physicians who struggled to inform the patient how to care
for themselves, and if they have cancer, to hear the unspoken. Patients need to
dialog with their docs, and sometimes a referral to a counselor or chaplain
while in and/or out of the hospital could benefit all. At a conference at John
Hopkins it was acknowledged that most people might benefit from counseling,
though they had to triage given the numbers of patients. Personally, in March
1999 my younger sister, then at age 42, was diagnosed with breast cancer while
in the process of adopting a baby from China. I wish I could say that it was in
the early stages, but there still is great hope and possibility. She is doing
wonderfully, attends support groups, quit her job and is enjoying motherhood
with Grace. She still has radiation to go through. When I mentioned your book
that I wanted to give her, she said isn't that for prevention..I already have
cancer. So it was not the time to offer the book, but hear her heart. Now the
book is hers to guide her and offer words to her questions and thoughts. Thank
you for your timely book that you have so generously offered to the public. I
wish it could be a bestseller, not only because it is so good, but it would also
speak to the universal need for such a compendium for all regardless of one's
present health. Teresa Derr, MDiv, MSW, CSW Ryan White Mental Health Program St.
Mary's Hospital for Children Bayside, NY
Teresa M. Derr <territunes@webtv.net>
Forest Hills, NY USA - Saturday, October 30, 1999 at 07:59:22 (EDT)
I had breast cancer 7 years ago and had a lumpectomy and
several nodes removed from under my right arm. I had 35 treatments of
radiation.My old doctor wanted me to have a mamagram every six months but I know
longer work and have insurance nor can I afford to buy any. I stat at home and
take care of my disabled husband and also have full legal custody of my 6 year
old grandson.Our total income is $1000.00 a month.Do you have any idea where I
can get a mamogram done and they will charge according to my families income? I
saw you on the Rosie Show and I thought your haircut was cute.I would love to
read your book but will have to wait until it comes out in the library.
Cindy Garcia
<cindygarcia@compaq.net>
Denver, colo. USA - Friday, October 29, 1999 at 14:41:35 (EDT)
Best breast doctor i ever went to. Wonderful bedside
manner. I was alarmed I had cancer and Dr. Axelrod just from looking at the
XRays told me she would take a biopsy and that it really looked fine. I wound up
having a beign mass and her follow-up visits were very thorough. I now have
calcifications and I am waiting for a reply regarding my written results after
my mammography. I hope I hear from her today. I have a lot of confidence in Dr.
Axelrod
Jennie
Braccolino <Jcbokay@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Friday, October 29, 1999 at 10:41:11 (EDT)
HELLO, AND GOOD LUCK FROM YOUR CCC ASU STAFF,AND BY THE
WAY WHERE'S LUNCH?!!
STAFF AT CCC <JSHADER@SALICK.COM>
NY,
NY USA - Friday, October 29, 1999 at 08:26:42 (EDT)
My very first mammogram was 10-97. I thought it would be
a breeze. It was, in term of discomfort, but I have since found out that pre- or
peri-menopausal women have very dense breast tissue. I was called back twice,
which made me more and more concerned. I also work in a very physical job, and
breast trauma was considered. But, I was at the University of Arkansas for
Medical Sciences (UAMS), which is also a medical school. At my last appt., they
said they wanted to do an MRI, and I would not be charged. I asked, "so you
need a few more guinea pigs?" What I was offered/given was the new
"RODEO" MRI. This machine was developed here at UAMS, and not only
goes beyond the usual mammogram, but, in cases of cancer, can even tell
Physicians if they have "gotten all of it" in a lumpectomy, or how
well chemo is working, avoiding further surgery. When I received my phone call
saying I had no problem, I felt very comfortable. I am now almost 2 years later,
and I will go for another test. If anyone is very concerned, I suggest you ask
your Doctor about the RODEO, even though it's locations are limited. One other
suggestion for those who are afraid of the mammogram, if you are still
menstruating, call for your appt. in the last days of your period. If you have
your mammogram in the first 10 days or so after your period, at least from my
standpoint, it was not very uncomfortable. I have 2 very dear friends currently
fighting breast cancer as we speak, They are doing OK but daily prayers need to
be with them.
Kelli Fagan Westbrook <DGW.KFW@worldnet.att.net>
Little Rock, AR USA - Thursday, October 28, 1999 at 23:03:21 (EDT)
For Pam Woodruff, If you no longer are menstrating, then
do a self exam on the same day of each month. I do mine on the 26th as my
birthday is on the 26th - an easy way to remember.
Nancy Bennett <bennett@csolve.net>
Cottage Country, Ontario Canada - Thursday, October 28, 1999 at 00:52:05
(EDT)
Thanks for all you are doing! In1985 I had a breast
infection which flared up about every other year for ten years. In 1995 I had an
emergency surgury to resolve a large abcess in the left breast. Following this I
had a nipple reconstruction.In April 1999, a routine mammogram revealed micro
calcifications in both breasts. I had a wire localization biopsy in both breasts
and the calcications were removed and were benign. A recent follow up mamogram
shows many more new microcalcifications in both breasts. The doc says to wait
six months and have another mamogram. I am reall concerned about waiting and
would like to get a second opinion. I would like to have someone look at all of
my pasdt surgury records, pathology reports and mamo films and get an opinion
from a specialist. I live in rural northern ca but can travel if needed. I want
to be directed to the best resouce possible for a second opinion. Any referrals
would be greatly appreciated.
Sher Davis <wildduck@tidepool.com>
Trinidad, Ca USA - Wednesday, October 27, 1999 at 14:30:43 (EDT)
I have a question/query. In the summer of 98 I noticed a
white discharge from both nipples. Similar to what you see when breast feeding.
I nursed my 2 sons. I saw my family doctor, had some blood tests and a
mammogram. There was a benign calcification in my left breast, but no
explanation as to the cause of the discharge. Do you have any idea what it could
be and what is causing it? Would appreciate any info you have, thanks
Deborah.
Deborah Butler <debutler@stemnet.nf.ca>
USA - Wednesday, October 27, 1999 at 12:13:35 (EDT)
I am 44. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 99
after reporting to my doctor that I had an unusual discharge from one nipple.
Because of my family history (my mother died at 33 in 1962 and my aunt died at
35 in 1963), I have always been diligent with self exams and annual mammograms.
When I researched this symptom I read it was very unlikely that it would result
in breast cancer but there was cause for concern. I guess somebody has to be
part of the 4%. Although the cancer was just in one breast,I decided on a
bilateral mastectomy, due to my history and the cells were invasive. I had
reconstruction at the same time. I just completed chemo and will start radiation
shortly. As awful as this disease is, it has been a very positive experience for
me. Relationships have strengthened, I have a new appreciation for the medical
system, and the angels that work in it, but most of all I've learned not to
sweat the small stuff and surround myself with positive energy. As Roberto
Benini said "life is beautiful" and I intend to live mine to the
fullest, join me!
Terry Barsanti <terrylou69@hotmail.com>
Dorchester, ON Canada - Wednesday, October 27, 1999 at 10:49:20 (EDT)
I am a patient of Dr axelrod. I am a 3 yr survivor
BECAUSE of Dr Axelrod. She is a caring and compassionte doctor. She even called
me herself (while on vacation)to tell me I needed to have a mastecomy.She
referred me to a WONDERFUL plastic surgeon and she was very patient with me and
ALL my questions.I was very lucky to have such caring and GREAT
doctors...including my oncologist.I never thought I would get breast cancer.And
I most certainly never thought I would get "'bc" in my 30's.But I'm
here and I'm fine.THANK YOU "Dr A" you do good work .You help a lot of
people.You look wonderful with your new "do". Maybe Rosie can go with
you next time and get a trim herself. Good luck with "Bosom
Buddies"
elizabeth <shaamrockk@aol.com>
qns, ny USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 21:07:57 (EDT)
I am 35 and I was diagnosed with breast cancer in July
of 97 I had 15 chemo treatments and a masectomy and 33 radiation treatments and
reconstructive surgery and today thanks to the good Lord and some fine doctors
I'm doing fine
Margena Burns <Margena@excite.com>
Lewisburg, Ky USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 20:42:46
(EDT)
HI, First i would like to say Goodjob Doc on the songs
With Rosie you did a great job. I'm a guy only 22 but I think what you do and
Rosie do are great. I never imagined that you two could turn such a serious
illness into something for everyone to get involved with. I know I did. May God
bless everyone P.S Where can I by the book?
Brad Kostrzewski <bkjg@rconnect.com>
Arnolds Park , IA USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 20:19:28 (EDT)
In feb 97 i had a mammogram nothing wrong. In july 97 I
found a lump in self examination. I've done them for many years as well as had
mammograms since I've had two biopisies that were beneign. I had to have a
lumpectomy and lymph nodes taken out. I've had chemo and radiation. Never
thought I could do it. Got through it with flying colors. I've been cancer free
for two years and feeling great. I'll be 50 years old this year and happy to be
able to see this birthday and many more. I've got all my friends to get
mammograms. I had trouble getting some of my friends to go.. Last apriil when I
went I got one to go. the other said she would donate to the relay for life that
i walked in. At the last minute she also went with us. Shewas the one that had
the lump. She had her chemo and now is finishing up her radiation. SHe has to
have more chemo-taxol., I don't knowto much about it. Could someone who had,
please write to me. I wish I had this kind of communication when I was sick. I
just got my computer, and it's great to be able to talk to women that have gone
through the same things. There's a special bond between us. I love the rosie
show and all that she has done for breast cancer and all other causes. All of
you take care.
louise stovall <stomarklouise@aol.com>
YOungstown, OH USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 19:50:46 (EDT)
In feb 97 i had a mammogram nothing wrong. In july 97 I
found a lump in self examination. I've done them for many years as well as had
mammograms since I've had two biopisies that were beneign. I had to have a
lumpectomy and lymph nodes taken out. I've had chemo and radiation. Never
thought I could do it. Got through it with flying colors. I've been cancer free
for two years and feeling great. I'll be 50 years old this year and happy to be
able to see this birthday and many more. I've got all my friends to get
mammograms. I had trouble getting some of my friends to go.. Last apriil when I
went I got one to go. the other said she would donate to the relay for life that
i walked in. At the last minute she also went with us. Shewas the one that had
the lump. She had her chemo and now is finishing up her radiation. SHe has to
have more chemo-taxol., I don't knowto much about it. Could someone who had,
please write to me. I wish I had this kind of communication when I was sick. I
just got my computer, and it's great to be able to talk to women that have gone
through the same things. There's a special bond between us. I love the rosie
show and all that she has done for breast cancer and all other causes. All of
you take care.
louise stovall <stomarklouise@aol.com>
YOungstown, OH USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 19:50:45 (EDT)
I am a forty three year old woman, I had a lumpectomy
about four years ago. I found the lump myself doing a self exam. It was about
the size of a pea. It frightened me and I really considered not getting it
checked for fear of what I might hear. But I have one sone and three daughters ~
I had to get it checked. Thank G_d it was benign. I had preached endlessly to my
daughters about self exams. I still do. They are grown now. And even my nineteen
year old is faithful to her exams. We have the little pink ribbons on our
calendar for each month as a reminder. Those self exams are VERY, VERY
important. You need to know what normal feels like to recognize an abnormal.
That's the only reason I was able to find such a small lump in my breast. I am
on an HMO and I have to really strugglw with my doctor to get a mammogram each
month. I have to hound and hound him to get the authorization I need. But hound
is what I do. Stay well and may G_d's blessing of Shalom (peace) be with you
always.
Dodie <air43stars@aol.com>
Norman, OK USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 18:50:21 (EDT)
I was watching Oct,25th when Wendy Jo Sperber was taking
her friend to the hospital for her first mamogram and she was saying ro her to
always examine your breast the same time of the month,after you have your
period, but this will be a problen for those of us who have had a hysterectomy
and no longer have "that time of the month". Please inform me of when
is the best time to check for lumps and anything unusual in the breast. I am one
who check everyday as I am taking my shower,and I also have a yearly mamo. I am
forty- five years old and I am so afraid that as the years go by they will find
something. My mother's sister had a mastectomy when she was forty-five,but my
mother has never had anything to show up on her exam. Please say something about
this situation. Best Regards, Pam Woodruff Woodruff@sonet.net
Pam Woodruff
<Woodruff@sonet.net>
Fayette, Al USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 18:47:01 (EDT)
Hi everyone! I am a 30 year old, breast cancer free,
woman. Breast Cancer terrifies me. Though our backgrounds may be diverse I am so
happy that everyone can use this foray to communicate. Power is in numbers and
in communication. One day we will eradicate this disease and all the suffering
that comes with it. My thoughts are with each of you. May the power of positive
thoughts be with you.
Ursula Rehdner <urss@idirect.com>
Newmarket, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at
18:28:31 (EDT)
I just turned 30 years old and found out I have cancer 3
day's after my birthday. Back in June the doctors did a biopsy which siad the
lump was benign, I had a sonagram which showed some rough edges, but again the
mammagram came back negative. The doctor keep saying it was nothing so I got
married in aug and when I got back from my honeymoon was scheduled for surgery
to take the lump out. We were so sure it was nothing. Well it came back as
cancer! a week ago I had a lumpectomy with an axillary node dissection. They
said they got all the cnacer out and there were no postive lymph nodes. Now I am
faced with the decision rather to do chemotherapy or just radiation and
tamoxifen. My fear is I want to have children and with chemotherapy there is the
chance I will not be able to have children, along with the other risk facters.
If there is anyone out there that can help me with this! Should I have Chemo
with stage 1 brest cancer, 2cm tumor, which is hormone positive. Will chemo be
over Kill? Will radiation and tamoxifen be emough?????
Kim <TKFlint@aol.com>
San Diego,
CA USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 17:09:09 (EDT)
I went for a little over 10 years without a mammogram.
Mostly it was silly fears, and it was not originally covered on our insurance
plan. But in July of this year, two dense tumors that were virtually
undetectable with my own and doctors' exams were in my left breast. I had two
follow up tests and an ultra sound. I was referred to a most wonderful surgeon
who explained everything. My choices were to a) ignore it and get another
mammogram in 6 months, b) have a biopsy, c) have a biopsy and removal of the two
tumors. I chose c). The anxiety and worry was terrible, but the day of the
surgery was incredible. I felt no pain and was treated with such dignity. The
results were negative -- no cancer, but I will always get my yearly mammogram,
as I am approaching 50. Many programs that have aired on TV this month spoke of
the "fear of mammograms"; the radiation is so minimal, it is less than
at a dentist office. Women who do not have insurance should/must have mammograms
-- our Federal and State governments must make this possible!
TommieLynn
Richardson <loribear@uswest.net>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 16:21:43
(EDT)
About four months ago, I received a phone call that my
Aunt found a lump in her left breast, and was seeing a Doctor. She had it
asperated, with a negative result. To be on the safe side, her Doctor advised
her to go for a lumpectomy. That was on a Friday. By that following Wednesday,
she was back in the OR having a radical massectomy. It was all so fast. Luckily,
the cancer was not detected in the Lymphnodes, and she began chemo. This was
probably the hardest four months of my life. Being by her side, and helping her
through recovery,changing her bandages, watching her hair fall out, I didnt
think I was going to make it. What helped me was HER strength and courage. Never
once was there a negative comment from her mouth, nor a negative thought in her
mind. She is a remarkable woman, she has tought me a HUGE "life's
lesson" She had control of her breast cancer, it did not have her. Every
day, I would call her and remind her how beautiful she was, and every week I
sent her a different card to ensure that she kept that attitude. On Monday, she
finished her last chemo treatment, and is now in the final stages of this
horriable disease. I am 26 years old, am a newlywed, and I have allready made an
appointment for my first mammogram.
Amy <JaunasHart@AOL.Com>
Naugatuck, CT USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 16:14:20
(EDT)
Anything that will get women to get annual mammograms
regularly and not suffer the "ostrich" syndrome is great! I commend
both you and Rosie O'Donnell for your fine efforts and congratulations on the
book. I am the director of sales, marketing and applications for a mammography
accessory developer/manufacturer and there is so much misinformation about
breast cancer, mammography, and other diagnostic modalities such as ultrasound,
that I feel I am constantly on a soap box explaining it to anyone who will
listen. The best defense is a good offense and mammography is still that best
and first line of defense; monthly self exams are very important, but no one can
palpate microcalcifications which are only seen on mammograms and need to be
examined diagnostically, thus another important aspect of yearly mammography is
manifested. Mammography is still the BEST diagnostic tool we have for early
detection and for the optimum treatment protocol. Continue your efforts to
educate the public, it is welcome! Dr. Laszlo Tabar who is the world's most
renown radiological specialist in mammography always stresses the need for
patient education as well as that of the medical professional. Remember also, it
isn't just getting a mammogram, it is also getting a mammogram at a good
facility with well trained radiologists reading well taken films.
Adrian
Palmer <AJPMSPT@aol.com>
Chattanooga, TN USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 16:06:51 (EDT)
I was really excited to see what your web site contained
as the grade 10 phys ed class studies breast cancer as part of the curriculum. I
hope it will be completed soon so that students can access information from your
site along with the Canadian sites.
Gillian Matthews <gmatt@scs.om.ca>
Toronto,
Ont. Canada - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 15:30:02 (EDT)
Saw you on Rosie yesterday, and I have already put
"Bosum Buddies" on my Christmas list! I work at the YWCA in Lafayette,
IN as the director of the Women's Cancer Program. I work everyday to educate
women about breast cancer and help uninsured women get free mammograms. Several
women using our program this month have commented that watching
"Rosie" inspired them to get their mammogram. Thanks to both of you
for playing such an important part in the fight against breast cancer.
Tanya Hammer
<bccpdir@dcwi.com>
Lafayette, IN USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 14:14:53 (EDT)
Is this the Deborah Axelrod who graduated LIncoln H.S in
1974. You dad was a teacher.
trudy friedman <friedman@wellsfargo.com>
San francisco, ca USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 12:58:50 (EDT)
I recently heard that using anti-perspirant can be a
cause of breast cancer because it blocks the bodies ability to sweat out the
toxins in our bodies. Deodorants are o.k. but not anit-perspirants. Is this
true? Thanks Love your singing on Rosie. She and you are doing a great service
for all women. Thank you.
Mary <streilib@chicopee.mec.edu>
Chicopee, MA USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 11:13:51
(EDT)
I was diagnosed w/ breast cancer one year ago, had a
lumpectomy/chemo/radiation/am on tamoxifin, etc. Am going in this Friday for
another lumpectomy on the other side. The "net" literally saved my
sanity this past year, and I can see that we now have another excellent source
of education and support on this new one. What I'd like to suggest is more info
on "after the fact"...that year following the surgery or treatments.
There is so much the doctors won't or can't tell you because of the individual
emotional circumstances, but there is much they could tell you as far as the
possible emotional side affects and the follow up treatments and precautions of
that first horrible yet wonderful year of your survival. I'm not stating this
very well because I'm in a hurry and really have so much to say! Bottom line is,
if it hadn't been for all the women (my sisters!) who shared their experiences
and advice with me over this screen, I don't know what I would've done. But the
main thing I learned is to TAKE CHARGE of your health care. I've had so many
mammograms, ultra sounds, aspirations in the last 5 months that were the result
of MY demands, you wouldn't believe it. I want none of this "let's just
watch it for 6-months" stuff. I don't know who wrote it to me, but she said
"put it in a jar and you can watch it all you want!" I loved that!
Sorry to take up so much time. God Bless you...and Rosie...and all my sisters
out there who face this subject every day.
Sue Early <Early Su@aol.com>
Fort
Wayne, IN USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 09:52:44 (EDT)
I enjoyed seeing you on the show yesterday. I have read
some of the other comments on your site and I also love your hair - just wanted
to let you know. I also have breast cancer. I am now 49 and found my lump
through self examination in February 1996. I had a mammogram which indicated no
problem. Thank God for my surgeon who decided to remove the lump because it was
a distint lump. It was malignant and I also had 5 positive nodes with 7 more
questionable ones. I had a lumpectomy, a wide excision, chemo and radiation. I
was then on tamoxifen but unfortunately, the cancer metastisized to two sites -
my right hip and right sacrum. This was discovered in November of 1998. I am now
taking Bonefos and Armimadex. I had further radiation on my pelvis area in
December of 1998 and I am still mobile although I am back to having some pain. I
had yearly mammograms since I was 35 because of lumpy breasts - my cancer was
not discovered until I found the lump. Mammograms are very important, but self
examination is just as important. Good luck to all who visit this site. Doc,
please keep up the good work. I will look for your book at our local bookstore.
Sincerly, Monika Aitchison
Monika Aitchison <andrewa@efni.com>
North
Bay, ON Candae - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 09:48:27 (EDT)
My problem is the breast size which has been a result of
weight gain.Is it possible that lumps of fatty tissue could become cancerous. At
age 47 muscles are not what they use to be and nursing babies has resulted in a
breast shape I do not like. I am considering breast reconstructing surgery but
is it important to have a mammogram first to make sure of other problems. Sheryl
Taylor
Sheryl
Taylor <LarryTaylor978@aol.com>
St. Thomas, On Canada - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at
09:27:48 (EDT)
Feb 99, I went for my yearly mammo which I have done
faithfully every year since I turned 40 (I am now 50). To my surprise, I was
asked to return for a sono for further testing on 2 cysts which were noted on
the mammo. At the time of the sono, the doctor decided to do an aspiration on
both cysts and upon the results of the aspiration, I was sent for a surgical
biopsy. The results were positive for intraductal carcinoma. I recently
underwent a mastectomy and reconstruction and my pathology report was
encouraging for a very long and healthy life. So, moral of story, because I am
so faithful in having annual check-ups and mammos, I more than likely saved
myself from a more serious diagnosis. So always remember to be your own best
friend and to trust your instincts. Also never assume your tests are negative -
ALWAYS CALL FOR TEST RESULTS! Good luck & God bless all of you.
Elle <kuk6@aol.com>
Oak Beach, NY
USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 09:23:29 (EDT)
I think this site is excellent and a much needed
resource. Thank you! I have completed bc treatment, mastectomy, chemo and
radiation. I am hoping to see some information from the
alternative/complimentary aspect now that I have completed standard medical
treatment. There is much confusion on vitamins, herbs, nutrition and the breast
cancer patient. Hopefully, you can help enlighten us.
Jean <EXBLAZE@aol.com>
NY, NY USA
- Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 08:57:51 (EDT)
I'm 43 years old and was just diagnosed with reoccurence
of breast cancer in the same breast (first cancer was 5 years ago). I just
wanted to emphasize that breast self exam is SO important too!!! My lump was
found by me but did Not show up on my mammagram even when the lump was marked
during the mammagram.
Candice Kelleher <RKelle6343@aol.com>
Danvers, Ma USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 08:31:40
(EDT)
I have just submitted a letter to your address. I didn't
see it with the others after. Maybe, that was the wrong place for me to submit
my concerns. But I am very frightened about what is going on with me. I would
love it if you could reassure me that everything is going to be okay. The things
that is kgoing on with my body isn't normal, no matter what anyone whould like
me to beleive. So please try to answer me if you would. I don't know what to do.
Thank-You Dhalfyard.
Debbie Halfyard <dhalfyard@hotmail.com>
Deer Lake, NF Canada - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 07:51:32 (EDT)
Two years ago there was a lump removed from my right
breast. This June they removed alot of tissue from my breast. There is a big
piece of my breast gone. Since June their has been alot of green stuff ozzing
from my nipple. I have been to the doctor plenty of times and he has prescribed
different kinds of medicationbut it doesn't go away. They say that nothing would
happen, that it is fine. Now you trust your doctors to know what they are saying
is right but I don't feel comfortable with this stuff coming out of places of my
body that shouldn't be. Can you please help me or to ease my mind. I'm feeling
very confused.
D Halfyard <Dhalfyard@Hotmail.com>
Deer Lake, NF Canada - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 07:28:02 (EDT)
My Nana died October 19th, 1999 at 11am after a
courageous battle with breast cancer for the last 2 1/2 years. She got breast
cancer within 6 months of her husband, my Grampa dying. She cared for him for 8
years when he because seriously and chronically ill. When She went to the doctor
6 months after he died, she was told there was an abnormality and that she was
to make an appointment with a specialist. Because she was still grieving the
death of her husband, she put the letter in her desk for 6 more months and did
nothing. It wasn't until one of my aunts, her daughter, found the letter and
asked her about it that my aunts and my mother, a nurse, looked at her sunken in
breast and knew there was something terribly wrong. She had been complaining of
aches and pains of all sorts a lot before that. By the time she got to the
specialist for treatment --radiation and chemo, the cancer had metasticized to
her arm bone and her ribs. After the months went by, she lost functioning in a
another part of her body. First her arm, then her hand, then her legs and
finally the cancer had metasticized to her brain stem. She lost her hair in
chemo and only the sides and back of it grew and it was very very short. She had
a wig and turbans. She became dependent on a wheelchair and couldn't be left
alone overnight. My aunts and mother took turns staying the days and nights with
her. She began to sleep alot. When she was alert, she joined right in the
conversation and she made sense. That's the hardest part, she didn't lose the
use of her mind, she was aware that her health was failing fast. Still she
didn't give up hope. Even a month before she died, when her family doctor
stopped by her house to see her. she was bed-ridden in a hospital bed, she asked
him if she was going to get better. He had to tell her she'd have the cancer for
the rest of her life. In the end she couldn't talk, she slept for a day at a
time sometimes, she had fluid in her lungs...probably lung cancer. She choked
even on liquids and it sent her into coughing fits. She had to wear diapers and
be cared for by a CNA, her daughters and the hospice workers. I am 37 and I am
scheduling my 1st mammogram for next month and my sister who is 35 has already
had her mammograms. My partner, whose mother had breast cancer at age 42 and a
mastectomy (and also her grandmother had it) will be going with me as a buddy.
She's 31 years old. She thinks she's too young, but I don't. If you follow the
rule that you should have your first baseline mammogram when you reach the age
that is 10 years before your mother had breast cancer, then she's right on
schedule to get one. I am making her go with me anyways. I am not afraid of a
mammogram. I am more afraid of living, if you can call it that, like my Nana
lived in the last 2 years of her life. Never take chances, even if insurance
won't cover it, there are low-cost mammography programs available or just pay
for it yourself. Isn't your life worth it? My Nana's was. PLEASE PLEASE don't
EVER let ANYTHING get in your way of taking care of your health from
preventative care like breast self-exams to yearly mammograms. That's what
happened to my Nana, she let something get in the way and distract her from
taking care of herself. And now she's gone. I love you and miss you , Nana.
Lisa
<farklegirl@yahoo.com>
ME USA - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at 03:38:02 (EDT)
I just wanted to tell you that its beem 13 years for me
oct 13th 1986 I had a lumpectomy, radiation, chemo. I did;t lose my hair.
phyllis
cook <tinkerbill@cactuslink>
el centro, ca USAImpeal - Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at
00:07:17 (EDT)
Hi from Nova Scotia! Seeing you on Rosie prompted me to
visit this site. I am 33, and found a lump in my breast over a year ago now. My
doctor said she was quite certain that it was nothing to worry about as it was
very close to the surface. My grandmother(on dad's side) died of breast cancer,
so naturally I was concerned. I asked that she send me to a specialist for a
second opinion, who also says it is nothing to worry about.,,,but guess
what...I'm still worried. It hasn't changed in the last year and a half, and
it's not painful, so that's a good sign right? It's only the size of a pea, and
is very close to the surface. I have just heard so many tragic stories about
those so-called "nothing to worry about" lumps...and it's thanks to
people like you and Rosie that raise awareness, encouraging, no....urging women
to check regularly, and get squished once you are in your "squishing
years". Stay well....Steph
Stephanie <bnwcan@netscape.net>
Halifax, NS Canada - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 23:37:44 (EDT)
IT WAS JUST ONE YEAR IN OCT. THAT I FINISHED MY CHEMO
& RADIATION, IT WAS MY FIRST MAMMOGRAM THANKS TO MY DOCTORS FOR FINDING IT.
EARLY DETECTION ......VERY IMPORTANT
JOAN CROWLEY <EDWADFROMCA@WEBTV.NET>
NEWBURY PARK, CA USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 22:40:08 (EDT)
I have been watching Rosies show since it first aired,
but thgis month more than ever. I am 22 and the mother of two sons and I have
some concerns. My breasts differ in size, and I don't mean just an inch or two,
I mean like an A-cup and a C-cup and I wanted to know if this would put me at a
risk for cancer. I do not know if there is any medical for term for why my
breasts are like this, but it is beginning to worry me. Am I too young for a
mamogram? Should I consult a doctor? Some please respond.
Melissa <huggie@1stnet.com>
Richmond, oh USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 22:36:16 (EDT)
Hi, I'm a soon to be thirteen year old girl living in
Southern Illinois. I have been watching Rosie's show throughout the month of
October and after hearing this website mentioned this afternoon I decided to
check it out. I know it must sound silly but after reading through just some of
the comments posted I can not believe the number of every day women diagnosed
with breast cancer. It's shocking to think of. Because of being informed, I've
clipped a pink ribbon to the back of my backpack and plan to keep it there.
Thank you for making me aware.I beseech the health and healing of all. Love
always, Cassy McCallister of Caseyville, Illinois.
Cassy McCallister
<Jeweledblaze@aol.com>
Caseyville , IL USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 22:23:23 (EDT)
I HAD BREAST CANCER IN 1993 AND HAD A MODIFIED RADICAL
MASTECTOMY OF RIGHT BREAST. HAD A YEAR OF CHEMO. I AM A TWIN AND SHE HAD BREAST
CANCER LEFT BREAST IN 1991.HER CANCER WAS HORMON AND RECEPTIVE AND MINE DUCTIAL
INVASIVE. WOULD LIKE TO HER FROM TWINS WITH BREAST CANCER.
JOAN <MAMMAJOAN@AOL.COM>
FONTANA, CA USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 22:19:06 (EDT)
It was great seeing you on Rosie today. I am 38 years
old and was diagnosed with breast cancer this past June. They did a masectomy
and determined that it was a stage 1 and had not spread. My oncologist
recommended that I do chemo just as a precaution. After the first treatment I
could not go back and have another one. I had sevre reactions. So now I live
every day hoping that I did enough so that the cancer will not come back.
Paula
<dyc134@aol.com>
Thornton, CO
USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 21:34:17 (EDT)
Hi dic, i saw the show with rosie today. i went for my
normal maamagram last month. i am 56 the mother of three and 7 grands. for the
first time my mamagram came back with a shadow on my left breast. this is my
firsst time with this doctor as i just changed this year after being with the
previous doctor for 12 years, which did all my breast exams before. My new
doctor recomended that i jusst wait 6 months and have another exam, but i feel
pretty uncomfortable with this. i would like to know if there is any other way
to find out for sure what is happening, without waiting for 6 months to have
another mamagram. please respond as soon as posible, as i am very nervous about
this. i'm still waiting for my tee shirt from rosie, but that is the least of my
worries. thank you for anything that you can send me in regards to this problem.
DIANE PROCACCI
diane procacci <chaspro@prodigy,net>
stockbridge, ga USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 20:51:11
(EDT)
I enjoyed seeing you today on Rosie's show. Just wanted
to add my support of your new hair cut...it's cute! My husband is a barber and
we own a barbershop with 8 barbers and 4 of them are women. So, barbershops are
not just for men anymore. Many of our clients are women. As other people have
mentioned, I do think that Rosie was rather rude to you about your hair...shame
on her! I have gone thru radiation treatments for a pituitary tumor, but not for
breast cancer. My prayers are with all of you who are going thru chemo &
radiation treatments!
Marilyn Amyx <mamyx40377@aol.com>
Lawrence, KS USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 20:49:42
(EDT)
Its been very enjoyable to have breast cancer awareness
brought out with u and rosie on a daily basis. I do not have your book yet but
intend to get it very soon. I just want to share that I am an 8-year survivor at
the age of 34 (in three weeks) and if there is anyone who would like someone to
talk to i'd be happy to chat with them and share the joy of surviving this
terrible desease. I really like the hair cut, by the way i didnt lose any of
mine during chemo and my hair has always been down to my waist. There's a reason
for all of us and im happy you have this site. Thank You! Elisa
Elisa Tapia <ETapia04@aol.com>
Tucson,
AZ USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 20:01:21 (EDT)
Its been very enjoyable to have breast cancer awareness
brought out with u and rosie on a daily basis. I do not have your book yet but
intend to get it very soon. I just want to share that I am an 8-year survivor at
the age of 34 (in three weeks) and if there is anyone who would like someone to
talk to i'd be happy to chat with them and share the joy of surviving this
terrible desease. I really like the hair cut, by the way i didnt loose any of
mine during chemo and my hair has always been down to my waist. There's a reason
for all of us and im happy you have this site. Thank You! Elisa
Elisa Tapia <ETapia04@aol.com>
Tucson,
AZ USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 20:00:04 (EDT)
I am 27 years old and terrified of getting breast
cancer.. Breast cancer took my great grandma 5 years ago.. So far my Mom shows
no signs of having cancer.. I'm not sure about my grandma.. What I wanted to
know was am I to young for a mamogramme.
Toni Barrowclough <dragonmaster@earthling.net>
Surrey , BC Canada - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 19:46:44
(EDT)
I feel that Rosie treated you with disrespect, about
going on about your haircut. Her hair half the time looks stringy and greasy and
she is always flicking it out of her face. I am sorry but a women who has the
education and profession you do and for her to make fun of you the way she did
was uncalled for. Rosie does alot of good for her causes she believes in but
part of her career is not from years of studying and books but part of it being
lucky. There are alot of comedians out there that could take over her job and do
it as good if not better but not everyone could handle the responsibility of
being a surgeon. If she does not have respect for you I do.
d. carruthers <summerdream77@hotmail.com>
vancouver, canada - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 19:39:06
(EDT)
at 41 and in the fourth of a 3 generation of women dying
from breast cancer i have a termendous fear. at 34 i fought with my doctor for
acouple of years for a mammigram. her reasoning was i was young and had dense
breast. finally with the understanding that it was for my state of mind the app.
was set. 6 yrs later i am cancer free but have active cells found in my mam.
that need monitering. my fear will never leave and in the end might be the
cause. isn't true that the mind can triger the cause.i watch the show almost
everyday, i can not tell you how much my fear has changed to the good. for this
i am gratful.but still scared. with my regular check ups i beleive when it
happens it will be ok because it will be caught early enough.
colleen westaway
<westaway@.sympatico.com>
charlottetown,pei, canada - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 19:31:01 (EDT)
I love the haircut-very cute-I go to a country
beautician. You & Rosie sing very well together.I discovered alump on my
breast;I went to my doctor;I wanted it removed as soon as possible.It was
benign.I was grateful to know.Don't wait. It won't go away & you need to
know to take of it as soon as possible. Breast cancer can be cured but you need
to act immediately. I love you Rosie - you keep on going Girl!
Sheila <sheila@pioneer.net>
Horton, OR USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 19:28:04 (EDT)
I saw a rerun Rosie show today and enjoyed your breast
cancer song. I am a 2 year breast cancer survivor. I wasn't as lucky as some and
had to undergo chemo, stem cell transplant and radiation. I am now in remission
and doing wonderfully. I attibute my survivorship not only to the great medical
staff I had but to my faith in God. He is truly using me in working with new
cancer patients. I always knew that God opens a window, and closes doors and has
certainly done that with me. I am currently working as the cancer control chair
for our 24 hour relay in Puyallup, Wash. I was really interested in getting your
Bossum Buddies book to use as a prize, but haven't been able to get one here in
western Wash. Any ideas? Can I order directly from you?
Jan Neeley <blessings10@juno.com>
Puyallup, Wa USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 19:27:26 (EDT)
I saw you today on the Rosie Show and thought that your
haircut was cute.I had breast cancer 7 years ago in the right breastand had a
lumpectomy and several nodes removed.I had 35 radiation treatments and Every
time I go in fora mammogram they find more lumps that are questionable but so
far the sonogram has been negative.I am supposed to have a mammo every six
months but I have no insurance now because my husband is disabled and I quit my
job to stay home and take careof him and my 6 year old grandson whom I have
custody of.PleaSE PRAY
Cindy Garcia <cindygarcia@compaq.net>
Denver, Co. USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 19:22:00 (EDT)
Last year when I was 34,I found a lump in my right
breast. My doctor couldn't feel it, but ordered a mammogram anyway, which came
back negative. Over the next several months I went back to my doctor a couple
more times, he still couldn't feel it and told me not to worry! Not a simple
thing to do when I ended up obsessing about it. I was beginning to think it was
all in my head when I finally made an appointment with a wonderful surgeon, whom
I know from work. He was able to feel the lump immediately and tried to aspirate
it. It wasn't a cyst, so two weeks later, he preformed a biopsy, which turned
out negative! I will soon have my second mammogram and now do breast exams.
Ladies, please don't delay treatment from fear or becasue your told that you are
too young for breast cancer. I did, and it caused alot of worry and emotional
stress.
Maureen <gftbsktbiz@aol.com>
Santa Rosa, CA USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 18:56:07
(EDT)
Four years ago I underwent a modified radical mastectomy
with some pos nodes. my tumor was 3cm which I found with self exam. Now I have
decided to have reconstruction and I am very anxious about results and recovery.
I am 48 and feel I am too young to go without a breast. I cant seem to get the
right balance with my prosthesies with my 40D bra size.
Renee Rolfes <rolfes@uslink.net>
East
Gull Lk, Mn USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 18:46:14 (EDT)
Last year when I was 34, I found a lump in my right
breast, not by doing an exam but when I was drying off after a shower. The lump
was very noticeable since it was near the surface of the skin. A week later I
had a mammogram that was negative. My doctor said he couldn't feel the lump(my
husband could) and that I shouldn't worry about it. During the next several
months, I went back to my doctor twice and still nothing. His nurse finallt
suggested that I see a surgeon. The surgeon was great! He happens to work in the
same hospital I do, so we know each other. He felt the lump immediately and
tried to aspirate(painless procedure) to see if it was a cyst. When he told me
it wasn't,I cried right away becasue I was so scared. Two weeks later he
preformed a biopsy that came back benign! I was so relieved. It had been a long
and emotional ordeal. Everytime my doctor told me that he couldn't feel my lump
and not to worry because "I was too young to have breast cancer" I
felt like it was all in my head, in the mean time obsessing about dying and
leaving my 6 yr old daughter without a mother. I know do breast exams and will
soon have a follow up mammogram. Ladies, Do Not be nervous about having a
mammogram and if you have to see a surgeon, make sure you are comfortable with
him/her and don't delay treatment!
Maureen <gftbsktbiz@aol.com>
Santa Rosa, CA USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 18:46:00 (EDT)
At 20 I had a fast-growing fibroid tumor removed
(benign)from my left breast. Until I got pregnant with my first child, I
developed many lumps. After childbirth they disappeared. I breast-fed my four
children and was lump free until a few years ago. My doctor had been monitoring
a cyst (left breast near location the removed fibroid) for three years (needle
biopsy negative)that recently just disappeared. Actually, I think it just move
to a new home in my right breast because a month ago a new lump developed there.
I had a hysterectomy in 1996 and am on hormone replacement therapy so I guess
that change makes me a little more concerned. I have a mammogram scheduled for
10/28 so hopefully this will be nothing to worry about, too. Having lost two
friends to breast cancer and an aunt who thankfully caught hers early, makes the
reality of this disease more apparent to me than it did when I was 20.
Terri Parks <tparks7743@aol.com>
Romulus, MI USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 18:10:38 (EDT)
I enjoyed seeing you and Rosie sing today and you both
have inspired me to get my first breast exam. I called my doctor and made an
appointment. I am 47 years old and scared to death. I do not know what to
expect. I wish you could write something in your website to talk about what it
is like to have a mammogram.
Pat Goin <PatGoin@Webtv.net>
Frankfort, KY USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 17:56:22 (EDT)
This Wednesday, Oct. 27th I will undergo surgery to
remove a spot that was too deep to test with a core biopsy. I am 42 years old
and thanks to yearly mammograms it was found. I have my fingers crossed that its
not cancer but if it is they said its in the earliest stages. Keep up the great
work of informing woman of the importance of yearly mammograms and self exams.
Cathy
Cathy
<dreaming@interl.net>
Burlington, IA USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 17:21:53 (EDT)
This comment is for Susan from Orwigsburg, PA...My
mother was 89 when she had her mammeogram and she was diagnozed after a biopsy
and ultra sound with cancer in her left breast. I asked the Dr. if at her age
this could be left, but the Dr. said No...you don't even want to think about it.
He only took what he needed and my mom was sitting up the next day in the
hospital and wanted to go home. She lived for three more years and died of
pneumonia/flu.
Vivian Woytaz <crawfski@elgin.net>
ST.THOMAS, ON CANADA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 16:28:07
(EDT)
This comment is for Susan from Orwigsburg, PA...My
mother was 89 when she had her mammeogram and she was diagnozed after a biopsy
and ultra sound with cancer in her left breast. I asked the Dr. if at her age
this could be left, but the Dr. said No...you don't even want to think about it.
He only took what he needed and my mom was sitting up the next day in the
hospital and wanted to go home. She lived for three more years and died of
pneumonia/flu.
Vivian Woytaz <crawfski@elgin.net>
ST.THOMAS, ON CANADA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 16:27:52
(EDT)
Thanks so much for the humorous approach to such a
life-changing topic! I, too, was diagnosed with breast cancer April 17, 1999 and
had mastectomy/reconstruction on April 27, 1999. I was 41 at the time. I have
maintained a positive attitude from surgery thru chemo. Now if only my hair
would grow a little quicker....Keep up the publicity--especially publicity with
fun!!!
Sharon
George <SBG40@aol.com>
Centreville,
AL USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 16:27:46 (EDT)
I just want to say that what you do is of great service
and I hope you'll continue to do the great work that you do... but what has
inspired me to write is the treatment you just got on the Rosie O'Donnell show.
Shame on her to treat you like that. We learned in my Politics class that for
every person who writes a letter to a public figure about something, 500 people
feel the same way and don't write. Consider this the letter that represents
hundreds of people who support not only your work but also the gracious way that
you dealt with her bad behaviour. You looked like a million bucks and she
shouldn't have said otherwise, even if it had been the truth. Talk about Pizza
Hut behaving badly! Ha! Ok, I'll stop yammering. Just thought you should know...
Sincerely, Emily Crocco
Emily Crocco <croccoe@lsa.lan.mcgill.ca>
Montreal, PQ Canada - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 15:37:32
(EDT)
My 75 year old mother never has and tells me she never
will get a mammogram - at her age, she doesn't want to know. I know I'll never
convince her on my own, so I bought Bosom Buddies - when I'm done reading,
hopefully she will read it too, and realize it's never to late to care. Also,
Dr. Deb, I really like your hair, and see nothing wrong with going to a barber.
Good for you!
susan <m436@ptd.net>
orwigsburg, pa USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 15:24:32 (EDT)
I was just diagnosed with a low grade malignancy in my
left breast and am considering mastectomy or radiation. Can anyone give me the
benefit of her experience? Thank you.
Jo Ann Patton <jotreasure@aol.com>
Alexandria, VA USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 15:23:38 (EDT)
I have not read the book Bosom Buddies but will get it
this week. As the daughter of a mother who died of breast cancer,a father &
fathers' mother who died of lung cancer and my mothers mother also died of
cancer, I know that humor is greatly needed when dealing with this disease. With
a family history like mine I have seen the pain of both grandmothers and
parents. It leaves you with a feeling of not if but when. Yet over the years
that feeling has eased with regular check ups and keeping abreast of current
information. Please continue to educate women on this disease. Education and
early detection remains the best defense.
Rhonda Banks <R.Banks5693@AOL.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 11:37:51 (EDT)
I have not read the book Bosom Buddies but will get it
this week. As the daughter of a mother who died of breast cancer,a father &
fathers' mother who died of lung cancer and my mothers mother also died of
cancer, I know that humon is greatly needed when dealing with this disease. With
a family history like mine I have seen the pain of both grandmothers and
parents. It leaves you with a feeling of not if but when. Yet over the year that
feeling has eased with regular check ups and keeping abreast of current
information. Please continue to educate women on this disease. Education and
early detection remains the best defense.
Rhonda Banks <R.Banks5693@AOL.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 11:34:32 (EDT)
Eleven years ago at age 46 I discovered a lump in my
left breast. I went to my Dr. for an examination, My Dr. told me I should not
worry that it was probably nothing. I insisted on further testing. He decided to
send me to a surgeon. After under going a surgical biopsy I was dignosed with
breast cancer. The cancer was in stage one, it had not spread beyond the breast.
I was not given any treatments except three months follow-up visits. I have not
had any problems since as far as cancer returning. I had no previous breast
cancer history in my family. I was not given any information except to have the
breast removed. The left breast was removed. I would love to have breast
reconstruction, but need more information on the process.
Elaine B. Griffin <elaineg@ems.att.com>
Linden, NJ USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 10:47:26 (EDT)
I recently discovered how important it is to do a self
exam. I noticed a lump under my arm pit and went to my doctor that had been
watching a lump in my breast that was negative on a mammogram and ultrasound. I
normally get lumps and had two size D+ breasts, those lumps go away. This time,
I had a biopsy and had a very large tumor with 6 nodes. I am alive TODAY, thanks
to my self exam.
Jo Wills <jowills@bigfoot.com>
Burlington, NJ USA - Monday, October 25, 1999 at 10:18:51
(EDT)
I was thrilled to meet you at Cancer Center's Opening. I
was in New York with Linda Secher. BOSOM BUDDIES is full of important material
and just the touch of humor. Rosie O'Donnel has lived through the experience in
an unusal manner and I applaudh her for bringing it to a public forum for better
understanding and assistance for self esteem. Thank you so much for language we
can all understand and appreciated.
GRETCHEN TOWRY <gltowry@lexhealth.org>
West Columbia, SC USA - Friday, October 15, 1999 at 09:04:59 (EDT)
As a professional in the breast cancer field, I was very
pleased to see such a humorous approach to a subject that I see so many women
fear so much. The humor, combined with information that was so accurate and up
to date, was so refreshing! I am more than pleasantly suprised at how well the
book handles the toughest subjects with honesty and an obvious desire to educate
women about breast cancer. Thank you!
Michelle Taylor <taylortm@gateway.net>
Denver, CO USA - Monday, October 11, 1999 at 22:50:18 (EDT)
I enjoyed reading BOSOM BUDDIES - The book is extremely
informative and so well done; the humor is a great way to ease some of the
mental pain.
Sharyn Sherman <sharyn@pwp-mt.com>
Wayne,
NJ USA - Tuesday, October 05, 1999 at 15:33:59 (EDT)