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Biopsy Results - Should I Be Concerned
Asked by J.B. from Chicago
on August 9, 2009
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I just had a colonsocpy with an upper gi endoscopy. I got the results that I had 3 polyps in my stomach and 2 in my esophagus. They said they had to send the biopsy ...
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- I had a similar experience 3 years ago and my polyps were benign. If you take proton pump inhibitors that can cause the stomach polyps. Please try not too worry too ...
- Hi J. - I hope the results are ok! Finding things early, even if not ok is really a good thing. Either way, you might consider testing for the BRCA gene mutation...
- It's hard not to be concerned,but the importent thing is, you went to have yourself checked. My mom had colon cancer and could have been fine,when she had her first s...
Pregnancy After Hysterectomy
Asked by L.N. from Nashville
on August 3, 2009
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I know this is going to sound stupid, but bear with me please.
I delivered my daughter VBAC almost 2 years ago, resulting in a ruptured uterus and subsequent parti...
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- first have you done a pregnance test? as long as you have 1 tube their is a chance you can have a child. although if you think you may be it could be all in your head...
- Yes a tubal pregnancy is still possible. Call the doctor right away and get in to see him. Have them do an ultrasound, intermal is the best. Don't delay, I almost d...
- yes, if you still have ovaries, an ectopic pregnancy is a slight possibility. If you are and it is growing in your fallopian tube, it will get more & more painful unti...
I Need a Great Idea for My Sister's Birthday
Asked by J.C. from Columbus
on April 9, 2008
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Okay, everyone. I'm 99% sure my sister doesn't check this site any more, so I think I'm safe to ask.
My sister is currently going through treatment for breast canc...
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- Here is a thought-- to celebrate her life, and life in general have a live plant/tree as party favors. You can purchase inexpensive plastic pots at a craft store and ...
- Celebrating her life and affirming why you're SO HAPPY to keep her in your life is great! Anything you can do to illustrate her life with photos would be wonderful. A ...
- Scrapbooks, photo albums and just sharing wonderful memories (in writing) are great ways top celebrate life! Although we are not in the same city, I can help you with...
Mammogram While Nursing
Asked by J.T. from Dallas
on May 11, 2008
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Hello Mommas,
Have any of you ever had a mammogram while nursing? My OB suggests I wean baby and then wait a month before having the mammogram.
I found some informa...
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- Please do not listen to your OB when it comes to mammograms. If you are concerned about something, then find a gynocologist or breast doctor who will know a specialit...
- Hi JT, I have read that mamograms are not really that accurate in women under 40. You do not need to give up nursing to find out if you have breast cancer. Seven year...
- Is there any reason he/she wants to do a mamogram at this point (other than age)? I was 40 when I had my son and nursed (with no objections) for several years before ...
Advise on What to Do with My Aunt.....
Asked by D.K. from Los Angeles
on June 25, 2008
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My Aunt and I were really close, we grew up together, and I watched her children, she watched mine. Well this past year my Aunt has been through HE%@. In September s...
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- While I know this is super painful for you, do not take her rejection personally. Right now she's doing what she needs to do to cope. Write her a note telling her ho...
- I am so sorry! Sounds like she has been through more than her fair share. I would give her time. Maybe write her a letter and let her know how you feel. Just let h...
- I didn't read every answer, but tried to scan them. I didn't read a post that said you should go over and see her. I think you should do that. Take dinner in disposabl...
Suggestions for 25Th Wedding Anniversary Gift
Asked by M.S. from Boston
on November 10, 2008
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My aunt and uncle are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary in a couple of weeks. I'm really close to them and I'd like to do something fun and different for the...
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- A friend of my parents gave them a photo session for their 25th & I thought it was a great gift. They went & got nice pictures of each of them individually & together.
- I really like the idea Gail I. suggested. Something along those lines that would be fun to make...Honor their anniversary with a nice framed collage (or shadowbox) of ...
- Hi M., I think that is really nice of you to think of your aunt and uncle, and to get them a gift. I think a gift certificate to a restaurant would be nice. They ...
Mastectomy Care Package
Asked by K.C. from Dallas
on August 15, 2008
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A very dear neighbor is soon to have a mastectomy and several of the ladies in the neighborhood want to put a basket of goodies together for her to use during her reco...
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- I would find out what is most important to her. For me it is my house. Can't stand it to be dirty. Is she the same way? maybe you could come in and clean, laundry, dis...
- Hello K., You're a nice group of neighbors! find out what type of things she likes. ~pre-pay 1 or 2 months of netflix for her. ~a book of forever stamps (to pay...
- We had one of our bunco friends go through breast cancer a few years ago. We took turns with food for over a month or so. We had cleaning services come in. We m...
Looking for Mom's Who Have Battled Breast Cancer
Asked by D.P. from Cincinnati
on March 23, 2007
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Hi! This is my first request. I have been diagnosed with breast cancer. I am 51 years old. The good news is that they believe it is non-invasive which means it is ...
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- I have not gone through this on that level, both my mother and my grandmother lost their lives to breast cancer, they chose to ignore their issues. I say KUDOS to you ...
- Hi D., This is very scary news and I'm sure you are on a roller coaster of emotions right now. I am 38 and a 3 year breast cancer survivor. It's been awhile since...
- Hi D., I'm so sorry for this very disturbing diagnosis. Please don't dispair. You have many options. Please respond off this site (____@____.com). I have pertinent in...
Looking for Info on Mastectomy
Asked by T. from Phoenix
on March 13, 2007
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Hi, My best friend has breast cancer and will be having a mastectomy in a couple of weeks. Does anyone know what the recovery is like? I've had a breast enlargement an...
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- My friend went through it before I knew her. We have talked about it and she tells me it was ruff, painful, emotional, stressful, and more. I will not pretend to fee...
- my Mom has breast cancer. she opted for a lumpectomy much to my dismay. I'm a nurse so I know what the repercussions can be. she did really well, hardly any pain, more...
- Hi T., I'm so sorry to hear your friend is going thru that. What you can do to find out more about Mastectomy, is you can go to WebMD.com and look that up. There you...
What to Do for a Friend with Breast Cancer?
Asked by M.D. from Portland
on February 7, 2008
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Unfortunately a family friend was just diagnosed with breast cancer and is having a mastectomy. Does anyone know someone who has gone through this? If so, what can a...
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- Norma's Challange is a wonderful source with a group of ladies who have been thru this themselves. Their number is listed in the phone book. They can be very helpful ...
- I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy in November 2005. I had further surgeries in 2006 to reconstruct a new breast. Here's what helped me. 1. T...
- Give the daughters alot of talk, and support, and just be there if you can cook dinner, answer the phone calls, so that she doesn't have to talk about it all the time....
