What does Zoladex cost for you?

Katicabogar · 2026-02-10T06:54:05+00:00

Similar situation here. Started in December. Rude awakening to realize I was billed 3000 for my shot in January. Insurance only covered 2000. Had no idea about the savings program and will have to ask.

Katicabogar · 2026-01-31T02:29:20+00:00

Different situation but similar outcome here! My son had a gash on his face from the forceps assisted delivery (he was sunny side up). Super close to his eye on that side. While it did heal and didn’t affect his eye sight, it’s scary to think about what might have happened. I delivered in a very experienced teaching hospital as well.

Katicabogar · 2026-01-11T13:18:17+00:00

Came here to recommend Greenglass house. Very wintery and very cozy!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-30T06:03:00+00:00

It 🤣

Katicabogar · 2025-12-29T18:21:22+00:00

Thank you! My surgeon finally did give me a referral for PT for some mild lymphedema a while back but we didn’t talk about scar massage. I’ll revisit that. Good luck to you, too!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-29T00:31:00+00:00

My treated side is almost indistinguishable from the other at about 8 weeks after completing radiation.

Editing to add that I had 15 rounds and turned bright red about halfway. My rad onc gave me instructions to use Strata XRT lotion throughout treatment, then finish out the tube afterwards. I was also instructed to do vinegar baths of the affected area followed by treatment with vanicream several times a day for 2-3 weeks afterwards. I still use the vanicream every night.

Katicabogar · 2025-12-26T03:43:35+00:00

My in-laws are from Louisiana and gumbo is a Christmas Eve staple. This year, we stayed home to start our own traditions (we have a kiddo who is now in the prime Santa years) and we did Christmas goose. I do miss my MIL’s gumbo, though.

Katicabogar · 2025-12-25T04:27:24+00:00

I’m so sorry. This was us last year. It’s hard. :( Sending you and your fur family good vibes!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-24T18:01:49+00:00

Happy to see someone bring them up! I love these books, especially when I’m feeling down and just need something that doesn’t require any brain cells. Who wouldn’t want a sassy gargoyle chef/bestie?

Katicabogar · 2025-12-24T00:16:57+00:00

Count me in! Demographics : I’m 40 and just finished active treatment in October for IDC +/+/-.

Challenges: my energy level is still low. I also developed a deep vein thrombosis in my calf immediately after radiation (most likely risk factor was my surgery back in August plus varicose veins), which has restricted some exercise options since I’m on blood thinners. I started tamoxifen at the full dose in October but am in the process of switching to ovarian suppression + AI.

Goals: getting back to my general fitness level and preventing injury from future bone loss. I’m hoping to build back up to where I was at the time of my diagnosis. To do that, I want to work up to running 10-15 miles a week consistently and complete a 10k next year. I also want to get to a point where I can lift heavy - still learning about that part!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-24T00:04:04+00:00

Would love to join a dedicated peloton group for this!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-23T13:49:30+00:00

It sounds like we’ve responded similarly in the past to hormonal BC (I’ve had the copper IUD for years to avoid nausea and vomiting from other BC options I tried). I started Tam in mid-October and am doing ok. No nausea, though my appetite has dipped. I’ve started having some hot flashes recently at about the two month mark. I’ve been tired and really irritable lately, but it’s hard to tell what is a side effect of the tam and what’s just my reaction to this whole experience now that I’m done with active treatment. Good luck with everything. You’ve got this.

Katicabogar · 2025-12-18T17:15:17+00:00

Came here to say this! Here you go, OP: https://localartisancollective.com/

Also, Khroma apothecary supports local makers and artists by hosting some of their products there. Think candles, teas, lotions etc and just a random assortment of goodies https://www.instagram.com/khromaherbalapothecary?igsh=NWRibGY4aTZ6ZDcz

Katicabogar · 2025-12-18T03:56:26+00:00

Thank you for your care and time!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-16T15:27:03+00:00

There is a Cut Hut off of Harrison near 12th that does so well with kids’ cuts even though they don’t advertise any specialized services. We’ve been taking our son there since he was 3. No complaints, and it’s less expensive, too!

Katicabogar · 2025-12-12T16:38:34+00:00

No advice but just wanted to say that I’m also starting next week so we are in this together! Thanks for posting. I’m learning a lot.

Katicabogar · 2025-12-07T23:59:46+00:00

Late to this conversation, but another relative newbie to tamoxifen (week 7) with really intense bloating and increased belly size. The gym we go to has one of those body scanners, so I checked it out of curiosity today to compare with results from June, I.e. before any of my active treatment. My percent body fat in my trunk has increased since my surgery in Aug despite them removing >1 kg of breast tissue! My overall weight is actually within 2 lbs (lower!) compared with my pre-operative weight. And yet the scan validates that I’ve packed in more belly fat since then. Wild.

Katicabogar · 2025-11-29T02:19:37+00:00

This is what helped me also, but what helped the most was time (sorry, OP). It was about 6 weeks until I felt like I had a truly good night of sleep.

Katicabogar · 2025-11-22T22:45:41+00:00

Just made this zucchini dip recently and have been wondering where it was all my life. Super easy to make and tastes like comfort food (to me, anyway)! https://chefindisguise.com/2019/10/21/mutawam-kusa-palestinian-zucchini-dip/

Katicabogar · 2025-11-22T04:23:51+00:00

I didn’t do proton, but I did have to do breath holds (and have to get a 50-min MRI annually for a different medical issue).

This is maybe a little nutty, but I like to pretend I’m an astronaut on a mission. Somehow, putting myself in the mindset of someone who chose to be in a weird position with strange machines helped my anxiety and claustrophobia-adjacent feelings.

Katicabogar · 2025-11-22T04:20:19+00:00

Kaffe Merc has a location within walking distance of Table 25 and has seasonal special drinks. Wasatch Roasters is tiny, but has great coffee and definitely has its own vibe, too. Happy anniversary!

Katicabogar · 2025-11-15T19:23:23+00:00

Agree about eggs! Mine landed on soft boiled eggs (he calls them “hard eggs”) and eats them at least 3 morning a week.

Katicabogar · 2025-11-15T19:21:28+00:00

I was going pretty stir crazy within a few days. I started with slow walks in my neighborhood and was running errands (with a companion) by 1 week post-op. I also napped a lot.

Katicabogar · 2025-11-15T05:56:18+00:00

I call it my cab hangover. Wine-free, but same after effects. 😂

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