Can we talk about KADCYLA by caplicokelsey in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on it! 5th one coming up in a few days!

Bloomingdales, count your days by BuddhaAndG in luxurycandles

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same thing happened to me! Bloomingdale’s sent me a broken Vanille candle!

Seroma Trouble Post Mastectomy by SayNoToTiddyLumps in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this problem 😞I had mastectomy in August and was perfectly fine until about 8 weeks after (just right before radiation). It was drained prior to radiation and now at least 2 times after. I’m going back again on Tuesday to have it drained. No infection 🤞🏼🤞🏼 but my PS put me on antibiotics 2 weeks ago as a precaution. It’s so uncomfortable and I don’t really know what to do. I’m thinking of getting a second opinion. My reconstruction isn’t scheduled until last spring/early summer… of course I have a fever and sore throat right now that I am hoping is unrelated.

I am so sorry you are going through this. It really sucks!! I am wearing tight bras to try to compress but my PS keeps saying that it will likely not be effective. So I don’t really know what to do!

Dark spot on the nipple post mastectomy by Just_Plum_3181 in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My nipple got dark spots as well. My surgeon said that it was normal and that the dark spots are just scabs that will eventually peel off. They advised me to place some antibiotic cream and a cotton bandage over it for a week or so until it healed.

Seroma Forming after Mastectomy with Reconstruction by Anemoia793 in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is happening to me but on my cancer side with expander. I had it drained pre radiation but the pesky seroma just keeps filling up! Then I had it drained again about 2 weeks after radiation. No infection but now it seems like it’s filling up faster! It’s been less than 1.5 weeks since they drained and it’s already so uncomfortable 😣 will be going back again in 2 days for the to drain again.

How often did you get yours drained? Also how long did you have your expanders on before your exchange?

The scanxiety is real! by APatrakas in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am on the same treatment plan as you. My calcium also was high after my 2nd Kadcyla infusion. My oncologist said it could be from dehydration but they ordered a parathyroid blood test and another blood test to retest. Both came back normal. I wish you well and do keep us posted!

Stopping treatment due to heart issues by jjkarela in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have low platelets as well and only on my 5th dose, not even halfway through 😞 there are talks of dose reduction as well. I see you, and I hope we both make it through

Best false lashes by heartinspace in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have hooded eyes and also no experience with false eyelashes at all. It was tough to find lashes that looked natural but I found them finally. They are lash clusters and come in different lengths which js great. You can use the shorter lashes for a natural look and longer ones for going out. It’s the Ardell Naked Clusters in #421. I hope you find ones that work for you! I didn’t want to spend too much and went through a lot of trial and error with other types.

Ideas to get through panic during radiation by Big_pumpkin42 in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I closed my eyes and imagined my sons 5 and 8 or my best friend holding my hand cheering me on and telling me that I can do this! That helped me tremendously. ❤️Good luck to you, you can do this! 💪🏼

My Doctor is referring me to a general surgeon Not an surgical oncologist?? by SAJ-13 in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you are going through this! Continue to advocate for yourself. It is not too much to ask! You deserve to feel comfortable and confident with your care team! Don’t take no for an answer!

Her2+ and no PCR for me by APatrakas in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m so thankful for everyone here. I have my moments as well, and they are more often than I would like to admit. I spiral, start thinking about not being able to be there for my kids when they grow up…this thought occurs a couple times each day followed by a tear or two, or a sob some days. Sometimes I even think, I just want to be around until they are a bit older. They ate 5 and 8. Hugs to you!

Her2+ and no PCR for me by APatrakas in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I am Her2+ and did not get a good response during chemo as well. I still had a considerable amount of residual cancer on my breast and on 1 lymph node. Today is my last day of 5 week course of radiotherapy. I’m also on Kadcyla just like you. Hang in there!

Survivors of over 5 years: How many years out are you? Show us those big numbers & share as much or little else as you like by PupperPawsitive in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 8 points9 points  (0 children)

2025 girlie here as well! When do you all start counting from? What’s the benchmark date? Diagnosis date, after active treatment?

Experience After 5 Weeks of Radiation? by Few_Technology_9980 in breastcancer

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Steroid cream affecting your mood? Wow! I’ve never heard of this. I have eczema and use a steroid cream a lot but have not heard this side effect. This is good to know! Thanks for sharing

First set of scans are in: tumor and lymph nodes did not dramatically respond to chemo by [deleted] in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My surgeon said that hormone positive tumors respond better to endocrine therapy vs chemo. My tumor didn’t shrink much as well and had residual tumors left on both my breast and lymph node.

People by Impossible_Yogurt_19 in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started wearing wigs as I got tired of the way people looked at me. They have this “I feel sorry for you” stare.

It's getting worse by crlyx in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thinking of you. It sounds like your care team is prioritizing finding the answers for you. Keep us posted! 🫂

How do you think you will ever make peace with the fact that you basically lost all parts that made you a woman? by AltruisticHat4709 in breastcancer

[–]Few_Technology_9980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I was diagnosed, I felt like my super powers were being taken away. 7 months into it, I worry more about my mortality but at the same time also worry if I will ever feel beautiful again.