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Seeking Another Good Doctor for Detecting Breast Cancer Mammogram Vs. MRI
Read all 3 responses: "Hello moms! I have another question for another doctor but this one is for myself. I am worried that I may have breast cancer and ...
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- C.-- Please do not believe what you have heard. Mammograms are the best way to screen for breast cancer--they are scientifically proven to save lives. Mammograms ...
- Please do not become complacent based on self examination as a way of finding breast cancer. I am a cancer survivor. In my case the doctor could see the cancer in t...
- Mammograms causing cancer is a myth - and the person who started it should be ashamed of themselves. In addition to you performing monthly self exams, and your doct...
Just Found Out I Have Cancer Any Advice
Read all 11 responses: "i just found out i have cancer.I am having surgery on the 11th i have two children my 18 year old daughter knows but my 12 yeR OLD ...
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- If the diagnosis is termal then your son has a right to know. However, if it isn't, then you probably don't want him to stress out about it right now. My sister-in-l...
- I am so sorry to hear about your condition. My advise to you (what I would do) is contact my attorney to see if anything can be done to get the courts on your side so...
- Hey T., I am sending you positive energy and praying for you. I think you need to take a big deep breath. I personally think that your family does deserve to know...
Cancer/leukemia Info.
Read all 21 responses: "Does anyone know anything about cancer or leukemia? Types? Do you lose your hair? How sick do you get? Do you get sick and lose your ...
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- It all depends on the treatment chosen by the oncologist!!! But it is very likely that hair will fall off with the treatment... but it will grow back!!! Love, G.. :0)
- Hi T., WOW! There's a free class about Health & Wellness being offered tonight (Th) at 7pm. The guest speaker will be Dr. Steven Davis NMD who works mainly with c...
- The topic of cancer and leukemia is HUGE and complex, but simply speaking, there are 4 main types of leukemia, ALL, AML, CLL, and CML. Some are more likely to affect a...
Seeking Experiences with Endometrial Masses And/or Uterine Cancer
I've been trying to remain calm with the thought of potential uterine cancer. But am looking for others who had experiences with endo masses and/or uterine ...
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- I know everything you are reading right now says surgery, chemo or radiation. I highly recommend reading the book The Gerson Therapy. Dr. Gerson was a Dr who found a w...
- Hi, I have had endometriosis for over 10 years. I had several cysts that ruptured on their own and I've also had 4 laparoscopies to remove cysts. Mine turned out to ...
- L., I hope that your results come back ok. I was diagnosed in Sept.with endometrial cancer. I went for my yearly exam with symptoms of premenapause but because I was ...
Seeking Some Encouraging Books for Friends Dealing with Cancer
I have a couple of friends who are dealing with cancer and I would like to put together some "care packages" for them. I would like to include a book that ...
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- "The Middleplace" by Kelly Corrigan is about her dealing with breast cancer while her beloved father is dealing with Pancreatic cancer. It's very well written, humoro...
- I know that the Chicken Soup series has some books dealing with cancer.
- There is a book by a friend of mine, Randy Becton, who is still surviving 36 years after his first bout with cancer. It is called "Everyday Strength -- A Cancer Patie...
Nonstick Frying Pans and Cancer Risks?
Read all 3 responses: "Hello organic moms and/or culinary wizards out there... I 'm in need of some education on the risk of cancer and toxic fumes from ...
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- Hi K., I did the same thing a few years ago. I got rid of all my non-sticks and purchased good quality pots and pans. The secret to cooking eggs and pancakes (and othe...
- According to Food Network"s Alton Brown, the fumes that are toxic from non-stick pans don't occur until the pan is above medium heat. For pancakes and eggs, you can p...
- So I did the same thing and threw out all those pans a few years ago. What works great for me are cast iron skillets. I couldn't live without mine.
Lots of Breast Cancer Questions
If you know someone who either has personal experience with breast cancer or who is medically knowledgeable about breast cancer who can help her formulate ...
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- My heart goes out to you. My cousin has been cancer free for 2-3 yrs. I email her the info and hope to hear from her soon in response of your request. You are in my...
- Sorry, I have NO clue what these reports mean, luckily we don't deal with this in Pediatrics! She needs to find an oncologist who will sit down and go over everythin...
- I can't understand the lab reports but my mom had breast cancer. She needs to ask what all options of treatment are and the percentage of survival with each. Along wit...
Losing a Parent to Cancer.
Read all 21 responses: "My mom just died of lung cancer and I can't stop crying. She was my best friend. She was only 57 years old and had so much to live ...
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- Hi C., I am very sorry for your loss of your best-friend. I too lost my best-friend when I was 29. My mom was 59 and died right after New Years from Leukemia. Sh...
- I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My mom passed away in May 2004 at the young age of 51 and my daughter was born exactly one year later. I can honestly say tha...
- I can relate to how you feel. My mother died of cancer at the age of 47. My mother has been deceased for 7 1/2 years and I am still mourning. My oldest son who is now ...
Gift for Friend Who Underwent Breast Cancer Surgery
Read all 5 responses: "My friend who lives in New Orleans underwent breast cancer surgery last week. I wanted to send her something more personal than just ...
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- My Mom needed button down shirts as it was hard to get a shirt over her head after surgery. We bought her button down pjs as well as casual shirts to wear during the ...
- DD - There's a book out there called - "Dear God, They say its Cancer" I have heard it's a great book. It has some journal spots in it - but really is for the woma...
- I really like Julie's idea regarding the button down shirts. I never realized that was an issue until one of my friends who also had the surgery discussed it. How ki...
Friend's Child Has Cancer
Read all 6 responses: "I recently found out that a friend's 4-year old son has cancer. The doctors are in the process of assessing his situation and coming ...
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- If it turns out there is a specific hospital or medical center she will have to spend a lot of time at, you could buy her a booklet (or two or three) of parking passes...
- I've had a child in the hospital for extended periods. Some of the most helpful things people did for me: brought me a small cooler (over the shoulder type) with v...
- The other mom's suggestions were great....I agree with helping out with other children....taking meals...doing laundry....running errands....bless you for helping a fr...
