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Navel piercings in Women's Health ·
Nicole Parker93 said:hehe, I actually have a piercing.
When you're pregnant, you just get specific jewelry designed specifically for that stage of life. They cost a tiny bit more, but we're talking pennies, nothing crazy.

Clearly, nobody bothered to tell them 😁
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Scar care tips? in Health ·
rapidcrane42 said:Can any experienced stitchers out there tell me how you handled your sutures? Mine are dry, tight, and incredibly itchy. The swelling is pretty significant—it’s sitting right below where the surgical screws are. Visually, it looks okay, but how do I care for them so they don't look like a mess later? Should I be using something like Aquaphor to keep the skin hydrated so it doesn't feel so tight while healing? I'm feeling a bit lost here.
😕

Don't bother rubbing anything on them or obsessing over it. At the end of the day, how a scar turns out depends entirely on the skill of the surgeon who stitched you up and just how bad the initial trauma or cut was. Personally, my scars are almost invisible now, but it took about two years to get to that point.
When you shower, make sure to cover the area with some plastic wrap and secure the edges with medical tape so you don't soak it too much.
Things will start looking better once the stitches are finally pulled out.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Sam Murphy33 said:She just left.... thanks everyone... she didn't fight it, she just gave up...

I am so incredibly sorry 😢
Stay strong and focus on taking care of yourself right now.
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Early detection of cancer in Health ·
If you want to dig deeper into how they diagnose cancer, check out
www.mayoclinic.org
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Help! My OB-GYN results are confusing in Women's Health ·
amberraven9;22097766 said:
wearygardener19 said:i
Thanks for such a thorough breakdown... If only my OBGYN had explained things this clearly, I wouldn't be so lost right now. This makes a lot more sense.🙏

I'm getting bloodwork and markers done tomorrow, then hitting up another specialist in the afternoon, so we'll see what happens next. I checked with some private clinics, and that procedure runs about $1,100, which is honestly way out of my budget right now. As for public hospitals, I have no idea what the wait times look like, but since I'm out in California, heading to a hospital in San Francisco would be the most convenient option for me.
THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL THE EFFORT😍

The wait isn't that bad.
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Navel piercings in Women's Health ·
Nicole Parker93 said:How is this even a women's health issue?

🤷Maybe the connection is just that I know plenty of girls who had belly button piercings during pregnancy and ended up with a totally stretched-out hole. One of my friends could literally slide her whole hand through it. 😱

p.s. there's no such thing as a medically approved or sterile enough piercing tool... so... good luck.😁
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Carol Mitchell86 said:Can someone please tell me if they've actually used this medication? Also, does anyone know where I can pick some up?
Thanks.

Go ask over on the holistic health forums; those folks usually have a better handle on this kind of stuff.
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Help! My OB-GYN results are confusing in Women's Health ·
Chloe Fisher said:Can someone please help me make sense of this finding? The left ovary shows a cystic formation measuring 50x44 mm with mixed echogenicity and no visible neovascularization (TVCD).
RECOMMENDATIONS: SURGICAL INTERVENTION
I haven't given birth, and I've never had issues with cysts before.
Nine months ago, this cyst was only 1 cm.

Look, nobody can give you a concrete, official diagnosis or tell you exactly what you're dealing with without a pathology report from a tissue biopsy, and getting that requires surgery. Since this thing was already there nine months ago and instead of vanishing, it ballooned in size, there is an absolute reason to have it removed. My educated guess? It’s likely an endometriotic cyst. You should probably get your CA 125 marker checked again. If those levels are elevated, then there's a definitive reason to suspect endometriosis. Even if the results come back normal, don't assume you're in the clear—that marker is notoriously unreliable for women in their reproductive years. The other symptoms you mentioned definitely align with endometriosis.
Just go get the surgery and stop living with the uncertainty and the pain.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Susan Diaz91 said:Hey everyone...
I’ve been MIA for a while because I honestly didn't know what to say....
But I finally worked up the nerve to check back in..
So...
Thanks to chemo, my mom's primary cancer (adenocarcinoma) is localized and hasn't grown. BUT, the metastases in her brain have flared up—she has three now, two in the cerebrum and one in the cerebellum.
In just one month, Mom went from being active to being bedridden. She can't walk anymore—obviously, those metastases messed with her balance and gait—and now she’s so weak she can only eat pureed food. 😢😢😢
The disease just took its course, despite everything we tried. Doctors gave her two months, but she managed to push it to six...

In the midst of all this, I gave birth. My mother became a grandmother to a little girl whom—by some cruel irony of life—she won't even get to see...

I sent her photos of Lara... I planned to visit her (since she's out of state), but at first, I couldn't go because I was in the postpartum period and recovering from birth (while Mom was under home care with my sister). By the time I was physically able to travel, Mom had been admitted to the hospital's pulmonary ward, so she couldn't leave. It's just not meant to be. 😢

Then I started asking some questions that probably sounded irrational. All I wanted was for my mother to lay eyes on her grandchild, but the pediatricians stood their ground. You can't bring a newborn into a hospital setting—they don't allow infants in due to the risk of infection. Even if your mother isn't contagious, a baby is vulnerable to everything from tuberculosis to various viral pneumonias and strep. They wouldn't allow it. You can visit her, sure, but you have to wear a mask, decontaminate by rinsing your nose with saline, gargling with antiseptic, and taking supplements, and then shower before touching the baby.

My "stupid" question was whether we could just wheel Mom outside in a stroller so she could see the baby for a moment. The answer was a flat NO. She's too frail and could catch something out there, plus they cited the dignity of the patient and the nature of her illness.

So, here we are... life is strange. But I'm grateful she saw the pictures of her granddaughter, and I'm grateful she gets to pass away in her hometown surrounded by her siblings. I'm also glad we jumped on things the second the tumor was discovered....

I'm heading to the pediatrician today. If the little one is doing okay, I'll get her vaccinated tomorrow and stay close by for a couple of days to watch for any reactions... and if God wills it, I'll head to see Mom on Saturday for one last goodbye...

I'm just hoping I arrive in time to find her still with us and that she recognizes me....

We had so many plans... it's incredibly hard to write this... so many plans... but as the old saying goes: "Man proposes, God disposes."

Lara, I am so deeply sorry things have turned out this way. 😢
You are in my prayers, and I'm leaning on faith and hope that you'll reach her in time and that she'll be able to hold her granddaughter in her arms. I truly believe she is holding on for that very moment.
Be at peace; you really have done everything possible.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Sandra Morales27 said:I appreciate the support, but I was looking for an actual answer to my question!

Look, I gave you the answer based on what I know and what I believe is most critical here. As for the technical medical specifics, you really need to get those straight from your own doctor.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Sandra Morales27 said:It’s getting tough being part of this forum, but honestly...
I honestly feel like this is the only place on the internet where I can actually get the kind of advice I’m looking for.
I’ve always been the picture of health, so I never once imagined that something like this could actually happen to me.
I’ve basically been cut off from the world lately. It’s just a constant loop between the hospital and my house. Honestly, I think getting back to work would do me more good than this endless cycle of lying around and staring at nothing. I spend my entire day psyching myself up and getting ready just to make a simple trip to Target, only to realize how much energy it takes. I actually started driving again about two weeks after my surgery, but the confidence just isn't there. Every time I see someone I know out in public, my first instinct is to bolt in the opposite direction.
I’ve lost all interest in buying anything. I'm completely checked out. Between dealing with histiocytic proliferation and granular tissue with mononuclear inflammation, looking at my closet is just exhausting. When I realize that after an entire summer, I don't have a single decent thing to wear besides a bunch of new pajamas and bathrobes, it hits me with this wave of pure depression.
Here’s what the pathology report says: The edges of the lesion show fat necrosis, along with infiltrates and foreign body-type granulomas.
The remaining breast parenchyma shows focal areas of adenosis featuring columnar metaplasia and an apocrine type of epithelium, which exhibits localized papillary proliferation. There is also evidence of columnar hyperplasia without any cellular atypia, along with cysts lined by atrophic epithelium, fibrosis, and some fibroadenomatoid lesions.
The skin and surgical margins are all clear—no signs of pathology found.
The pathology report came back on those eight lymph nodes, and it’s good news—they all came back completely clear of any cancerous tissue.
I’ve also been wondering—should they have performed a sentinel lymph node biopsy before the surgery? It would have made things a hell of a lot easier for me, because right now, I'm dealing with some real issues with my hand.
If they had actually performed a sentinel node biopsy, would they have even considered an axillary dissection in the first place?

Listen, Sandra Morales27, only people who have walked in your shoes truly understand what you’re going through. You aren't alone in this, and you definitely aren't the only one. You're part of a group of women who have been backed into a corner, forced to fight just to decide whether they’re going to keep pushing forward or if they're finally going to throw in the towel. That choice belongs entirely and exclusively to you! Those who gave up didn't make it through, but plenty of people who chose to fight have come out on the other side as winners. And look, let’s be real—nobody ever promised this would be easy. It’s brutal, sure, but it is doable. So, live! That life, that whole struggle, includes the simple stuff too—grabbing some new clothes, meeting a friend for coffee, catching a movie or a play at the local theater. You have those opportunities now, so grab them and use them. Tomorrow isn't promised to anyone. All we can really do is fight for the next day.
If you need help, go out and get it. Don't just sit there—hunt down every resource available to you. There are non-profits out there designed specifically to support people in your position, and you have the entire internet at your fingertips, including forums where you can find advice, swap stories, and connect with other women living with the same skin condition. Trust me on this: those friendships aren't just temporary distractions; they are life-changing bonds that stay with you forever. No matter how bleak things look right now, there is always a way to pull something positive out of a bad situation.

Get out there and fight! No one else is going to step up and do the heavy lifting for you.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Carol Mitchell86 said:A few updates from our end. We met with my mother's neurosurgeon today, and there’s actually some light at the end of the tunnel. She mentioned that my mom might be ready for another reduction surgery. More importantly, what looked like tumor tissue on the MRI might actually just be swelling—basically a hematoma caused by the previous surgery. So, there's still hope. Tomorrow, she’s heading to Stoneville for a consultation with a specialist panel. Once they get back and the surgeon weighs in on their findings, we'll start planning the next procedure.
Mom is doing better; she can't stand up on her own yet, but she can shuffle around a bit if we help her, and thankfully, she isn't in much pain.

You can actually reduce a hematoma using intravenous dexamethasone and mannitol. If the issue involves hydrocephalus—meaning fluid buildup—they could potentially implant a shunt (a little pump that drains the fluid into the stomach to relieve pressure), or they might just perform a one-time puncture to drain the fluid.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Carol Mitchell86 said:My mother ended up stuck in the hospital for neurology because the pain was just too much to handle. She had an MRI follow-up this past Thursday, and it turns out the tumor is already twice the size it was before surgery—and it’s only been twenty days since they operated. It’s terrifying how fast this thing can move. The doctors are basically just shrugging their shoulders at us now, telling us there’s nothing left to do except try to manage her headaches and the pain. I am completely lost on what our next move should be.

If I were in your shoes, I’d be pushing hard for radiation therapy and Temodal; those are standard options patients with a diagnosis like this are entitled to. Whether a tumor is considered inoperable or it’s already been surgically removed, that treatment path remains an option. There is absolutely no excuse for the medical team to just shrug their shoulders. They either need to follow the established protocols or provide a damn good, logical explanation for why they aren't.
In the meantime, you absolutely have to get those scans sent over to Washington, D.C. for a second opinion!
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Fungal infection on my body, feet, and hands... in Health ·
Jane Doe gets it sorted in two days flat, and honestly, it tastes just like bananas.👍
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Melissa Parker37 said:My North Star just went dark.
Dad, I love you so much. I really hope you're somewhere better now.

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Hang in there and stay strong.😢
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Carol Mitchell86 said:Unfortunately, my mom was just diagnosed with multifocal glioblastoma. She had surgery on July 15th, and the surgeon feels good about how it went. She’s feeling okay right now, and all her vitals are stable for the moment. We're mentally bracing ourselves for the upcoming radiation and chemo. Everyone else—even Mom—is holding up much better than my dad is. He’s completely broken; he’s so lost that she actually has to write down things for him to do. I know there are no set rules and everything is different for everyone, but roughly how long can we expect this phase—where her vital signs are still steady—to last?

There is no way to give you a timeline. You have to take it one day at a time and refuse to give up! I truly believe this disease can be beaten. As for your dad, he needs to pull himself together immediately. Pull him aside and have a real talk with him. Right now, he cannot be an additional burden, and he absolutely cannot let his own fear and despair overshadow what she's going through. You're going to have to give him a wake-up call, because it's vital for her sake!
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Sandra Morales27 said:What kind of exercises should I be doing for my arm after breast surgery?

Given how invasive the surgery was and everything they had to take out, you really ought to see a physical therapist who can tailor a specific routine for you. You can get a referral for a PT from your primary care physician. If you’re still recovering in the hospital, your oncologist or surgeon can just call over a staff physical therapist to check you out right there.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
quietraven0 said:Angela Wright,
thanks for clearing that up; I'll try to track down that book ASAP.
Regarding stress, I totally agree—it’s really the primary trigger for most of those latent illnesses just waiting to surface inside us.
Sometimes I feel like running away to live on some tiny, quiet island in the Pacific 😉 but honestly, even that isn't that easy. For now, walking my dog is what helps me most; it clears my head and lets me recharge my batteries just enough.

My dog was an absolute lifesaver. He was my only real link to a normal life outside. I spent all my time stuck by my mom's side, except for when he had to go out. It gave me a legitimate excuse to shift my focus for a moment, which is absolutely vital if you don't want to lose your mind in a situation like this.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
quietraven0 said:Angela Wright,
My mother was a heavy smoker, just like her father, who eventually lost his battle with esophageal cancer.
Even though I don't smoke, I can't help but wonder: just how much of cancer is actually written in our DNA?😕

Every single one of us is walking around with cancer cells inside our bodies right now. Seriously—you, me, everyone reading this. At any given moment, those malignant cells are present within us. The only reason they aren't running rampant is because our immune systems are doing their job, keeping them in check and preventing them from multiplying into actual tumors. Cancer is essentially a constant battle of containment. je It’s hereditary, plain and simple—it’s hardwired right into our genetic code. The environment we inhabit plays a massive role in how we develop. It’s all about our lifestyle, our daily habits, and the dietary patterns we inherit from our parents during upbringing. If those foundations are shaky, they can absolutely wreck our immune systems—to the point where our bodies lose the ability to keep malignant cells under control.
Go grab a copy of Dr. David Servan Schreiber’s book, *Against Cancer*. It’s an incredible resource where everything is laid out clearly and backed up by solid scientific studies. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve said this, but I honestly wish I’d had this information years ago—it only landed in my hands after my mom got sick. If I’d had this guide from the start, navigating everything would have been so much easier.

Your mother picked up a nasty habit from her father—smoking. Since you didn't inherit that specific vice, you've actually got a massive leg up; you’re far less likely to end up battling the kind of cancer that specifically targets smokers.
Eat clean, stay active, keep moving, and keep your stress levels in check whenever you can. Focus on boosting your immune system. Honestly, that’s about everything within your control—and more often than not, it's actually the most important part.
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Support resources for families dealing with cancer and other serious illnesses in Health ·
Donna Chase said:@quietraven0/">@@quietraven0,
I have one more question—was your mother a smoker? We were told that this specific type of carcinoma is linked directly to smoking.
Best,

When you look at the data, adenocarcinoma and small cell lung cancer are the most frequent types seen in smokers, which is why the numbers among heavy smokers are so much higher, but let's be clear: it isn't exclusively a smoker's disease. It hits non-smokers too.
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