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briskbison27 said:Here is a little bit of hope for everyone—someone from my extended family had surgery back in January 1997 for cancer with metastases in the axillary lymph nodes, followed by chemo. They are still alive and doing great today, despite dealing with an incredibly tough (just so you know, REALLY tough!) and stressful family situation. Hang in there, everybody!
Thank you so much, I've been gathering every single piece of information I can find regarding breast cancer lately, so honestly, every little bit helps me more than you know.
It is just so important to keep a positive mindset!!!
Anonymous said:After scrolling through most of the posts on this forum, I figured I’d just jump in and ask a few questions since the doctors aren't really giving us much information to work with. My mom is currently fighting uterine, rectal, and kidney cancer, and she’s been through the wringer—she finished 26 radiation sessions plus two separate 48-hour internal radiation treatments, and now she's finally back home focusing on her recovery. While we're navigating all of this, I was wondering if anyone here has heard anything about those "Graviola" capsules? Apparently, they're supposed to help in the fight against cancer, and you can order them right here in the USA.😕
I’m going to try and dig around and see what I can find out about those capsules! My sister actually lives over in the States, so she might be able to track down some more intel for us, which is a huge plus since we really need to start diving into this whole situation right now.
Thanks again!
I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your mother. Honestly, what can I even say? At the end of the day, we all have our time, and it’s just one of those heartbreaking parts of life where parents often leave us before their children do—that's just how nature works, isn't it? It is absolutely devastating when a parent loses a child, though.
But man, just the thought that there will come a day when our own parents aren't here anymore... it really gives me the chills...
Hang in there, you are truly an amazing person... brighter days are definitely coming your way...
Thanks so much for the support!
She actually felt this lump (and it was painful!) while she was just showering. She usually stays on top of her checkups, but she hadn't been in for a little over a year, and then—just like that—she happens to stumble upon it...
About a month and a half ago, we went together for a checkup (mine was on the 28th) at the local clinic, and the doctor there basically told her, "Oh, it's definitely not cancer because cancer isn't painful to the touch!!!!" He didn't even bother sending her for a mammogram! He just told her to take some nighttime supplements and said to check back in a month!!! What an absolute jerk!!!
Thankfully, she wouldn't let him have the last word, so she went to get a second opinion, and the doctor at the hospital was absolutely appalled when she explained what that first guy had suggested... They ended up doing a biopsy, and well, here we are...!
I was reading through some of the older posts, so I really hope everything is turning out okay with your mom.
Hi everyone!
So, last week my mom (who's 60) got the news that she has breast cancer. She’s going to need surgery, though we aren't quite sure yet if it has spread or not. Honestly, Mom is handling it incredibly well, and we're all doing our best to keep the vibes high and surround her with nothing but positive energy... but man, obviously, it was a total shock for the whole family...
I would be so incredibly grateful for any insight you guys might have regarding the treatment process, or maybe some advice on nutrition specifically for breast cancer patients? I'm also wondering what else we can do as a family to help out beyond just being there for emotional support, and what she should realistically expect once the chemotherapy is finished... Also, are those breast cancer support groups for women actually helpful, and is it worth reaching out to them?
She’ll be receiving her care at the Rib under the care of Dr. Paula Podolski—has anyone heard anything about their team?
I am just so hoping that it hasn't spread...
Thanks so much in advance for any info you can share!