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Breast Cancer Awareness
October 08 2013
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RHP User
12 years ago
Good Post . When we reach our 40's it is imperative for Women to get regular breast scans and Pap smears . And for Men to check their Prostate . There's other things we need to check but the three listed above are rarely checked by most people because of the reluctance to expose ourselves to a Stranger (albeit a Health Professional) . I'm amazed by the amount of people I meet who basically refuse to get these tests done , due to the minor amount of physical or mental discomfort they may experience . And yes , as Mes says , Men can also get Breast Cancer . It really doesn't matter what age a person is , everyone should be on to this , if they value Longevity in their Lives . GG♒️- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
I found a lump in my left breast while in the shower. It took a mammogram and two ultrasounds to find out it was benign. Between the day I found it and the day I got my diagnosis were three very long days. When I listened to TodayFM years ago, they would urge women on the first of every month to examine their breasts. I've never forgotten that. Here are some changes to be on the lookout for (from the website): - a new lump or lumpiness, especially if it's only in one breast - a change in the size or shape of your breast - a change to the nipple, such as crusting, ulcer, redness or inversion - a nipple discharge that occurs without squeezing - a change in the skin of your breast such as redness or dimpling - an unusual pain that doesn't go away.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Yep I also found a lump 8 years ago now. Biopsy said it wasn't anything to be concerned about but I decided I wanted the lump removed. It felt like a foreign body and I wanted it gone! Lucky I did as there was a lump within a lump. So now they say I had breast cancer but is was benign. I still don't get that?? Anyway, I didn't need any therapies afterwards which was good. But I have to have mammograms every year.And they tell be how they need bigger plates every few years as my boobs are still growing. Tops. Which reminds me I have been looking at my referral for about 2 months and haven't made an appointment yet. So I will do.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I was told they are free after 40 if you go to the hospital? Does anyone know anything about that??
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RHP User
12 years ago
I always thought that breast cancer ran in families, as if an older female member of your family had breast cancer you should be more mindful. Apparently it is more common if you have had breast cancer, that your sister is more at risk of also having breast cancer. My sister had a lump removed earlier this year. And it was all okay.
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RHP User
12 years ago
A fundraiser for BCNA this Saturday in East Vic Park. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010
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RHP User
12 years ago
I had a friends mother die from breast cancer, about 10 years ago. Almost a year to the day later, my friend herself was diagnosed with breast cancer... She beat it. She has two younger sisters, 3 years ago the second sister was diagnosed, and went straight for a double mastectomy... The third sister has followed suit. My friend gas always been a grounded woman, but even more so now... I'm about the only fool she tolerates nowadays, life is so precious and short lived, it's not until you are touched by something like this that we realise. Hp xo 💌
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RHP User
12 years ago
And as a result, I can't bring myself to have a mammogram, even though I've reached that magical age when I should start having them. Do they hurt a lot?
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RHP User
12 years ago
My aunt battled it for 12yrs and it eventually got the better of her. I was closer to her than I am to my mum. I donated on behalf of my nieces and nephews which was my Xmas present to them, to make a donation to any charity and they chose breast cancer foundation in my aunts honour. She is still sorely missed.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Genetic Mutations within family ... can be D.N.A. tested if there is a significant family history but also in every family there is what we call random cancers Breast screening Clinic is free for woman 40 plus Keep in mind that Mammograms were designed for Mature woman with more dense breast tissue so depending on age it is best paired up with Breast ultrasound Awareness is a good thing ... jensta xxx
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Tall74nHard9
12 years ago
I was debating for a while before posting, so please forgive if it's not quite what you had in mind. Mes, you have nominated Breast Cancer in your heading, but as everyone is aware there are just so many other types that attack our bodies. My story is one of the others - In early 2000 I was diagnosed with Leukaemia (CML - chronic myeloid leukaemia), and was told that without treatment I was only looking at another 4 - 5 years. Treatment at that stage was extremely rudimentary, and even with the treatment at the time a lifespan was not known (but not expected to enhance it by much). Went from the initial treatment to a newer one (daily injections - and at that time I hated needles) and basically was a 'play it by ear' approach as it was a new med. Did that for 4 1/2 years, then got put onto a newer med still, and studies so far expect this to be a lifetime form of chemo. In 2008 my first grandchild, a girl who was slightly autistic, was also diagnosed with Leukaemia, but a slightly different form AML (acute myeloid leukaemia). She was immediately rushed to Westmead Childrens Hospital for her rounds of chemo. Was in there for 7 months, but sadly passed away at the ripe old age of 5 years and 3 months during early 2009. It appears the first round of chemo did the trick, but the subsequent rounds actually created further complications and she suffered from bowel perforations, which they couldn't operate on due to her weakened state from the chemo. Tall
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RHP User
12 years ago
had regular mammograms and a few months after her last my Dad noticed a lump in her left breast. She went for testing and it was cancer, it grew fast because of the HRT she was on. Our world was turned upside down, my middle child was only a few months old, my eldest the apple of her Nanna's eyes. Her breast was quickly removed (she sang "he's got my whole breast in his hand" on the way into theatre) radio therapy and chemo therapy followed. Mum was a fighter, a ballsy bloody stubborn woman with a heart of gold and won the battle against breast cancer. What we didn't expect was the secondary cancers, Mum fell off some playground equipment and hurt her hip, the pain didn't go away and at her oncologist sent her for tests. Bone cancer was found, then liver, brain and lung. She lost her battle 5 1/2 yrs after she was dignosed with breast cancer. She was only 53
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RHP User
12 years ago
I lost my sister Inlaw two years ago to this sad cancer :(( Guess all I can say is lady's please continue to check if u haven't then start doing so... She was only 48 so so young
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RHP User
12 years ago
This includes you especially if the BRCA2 mutation is your family! So don't forget to get regular check ups.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I am a survivor of Breast Cancer 😃. To date I have been cancer free for nine years (Melbourne cup day) I was 42 when I found the lump quite accidentally - it didn't show in a Mammogram. Only the ultrasound showed some suspicious edges. A biopsy confirmed it was indeed grade 3 BC - it was the size of a dried up pea. Lumpectomy, chemo & radiation. I had 3 kids - my youngest had just turned two. I had no family history of BC - but my family does now😱 I paddle Dragon Boats for Dragons Abreast Australia have done for 8 years. We are women and men brought together by a disease & and wear our Pink colours proudly and paddle out butts off to bring awareness to breast cancer & to show you can lead a healthy, active lifestyle after a diagnosis. There are not always happy endings to a breast cancer diagnosis. But together we are all fighting in our own ways to one day find a cure. Excellent post OP Thankyou!! Support BC awareness and wear your pink ribbon during October. Gypsyblue💋- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Oops sorry just needed to get my post out there!!!- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Had a major scare a decade ago. Having very large breasts I have both ultrasound a mammogram because of tissue density every two years. I'm in the habit now of having full health check up at the same time. Usually the mammogram is a little uncomfortable but the last one the technician got a little "pedal" happy and OMG felt like I'd been torn. Was in agony for days later. Guys it's important that you examine your chest too. I personally know one man that was diagnosed with breast cancer. Thankfully he has made a full recovery. Sara - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Contracted Breast Cancer in 2000. The same year as I had a smear check up and had last stage pre cancerous cells and subsequently their removal. Her lump was found not by her initially but because she gets lumpy breasts anyway and they found it underneath one. She was lucky and it was small. However she had Chemo and radiotherapy. Shes been untouched now a good while. If I nptice something weird I always go get checked and have had ultrasounds and mammograms when I've had any concern. Burying ones head in the sand is not a good idea. I have to admit though that I don't check every month.- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
But great post Mes.... 👍👍- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
cousin of mine is currently receiving treatment for breast cancer, she's only 40, but I don't know any of the details e.g. how far advanced it was when they found it. Also, both her mother and my mother's other sister died of ovarian cancer (well in the latter case they couldn't be certain of where it originated because it had spread so much by the time they found it, but it seems pretty likely that it was ovarian). Her mother had the genetic testing for ovarian cancer done, but she tested negative for the gene. It's still a bit frightening, particularly in the case of ovarian cancer which doesn't have a screening test available and the symptoms of which are often quite ambiguous (hence why it's often already quite advanced by the time it's discovered).
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Tall74nHard9
12 years ago
Quoting 'lilmiss_fussy' And as a result, I can't bring myself to have a mammogram, even though I've reached that magical age when I should start having them. Do they hurt a lot? Should be an easy decision my sweet - a little pain now and again, or the possibility of a permanent sleep later. Tall
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'FourHands'I had a smear check up and had last stage pre cancerous cells and subsequently their removal. I had exactly the same thing happen to me, so it's definitely important to get pap smears too. A hug for all of you who've lost someone to cancer. Lilmiss: Squeeze your breast as hard as you can with your entire hand, that's what it feels like. It's not fun, but doable.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Should have them every year when you have multiple partners I am told. Particular those in high risk categories for STD's such as bi-sexual men. Okay any men really. :P
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RHP User
12 years ago
Sorry to hear you've been through that one too. Also....having had a mammogram. They are really not a biggy. They squish your boob. Its uncomfortable....but not really painful. Anyway wouldn't we all rather some discomfort than the other. Big hugs to all.- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
I have to say those ad's where they encourage guys to "cop a feel" of their wives, whilst humorous, were also very good.I enjoy administering a manmamogram to my partner... and yep, I know what the lump feels like because I found one once. Benign thankfully and weren't we both relieved!
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RHP User
12 years ago
Be honest: Who has checked their breasts this month?
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RHP User
12 years ago
I actually checked mine in the shower, after first reading this thread. I just need to keep remembering to do it.- Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
I have been offering my services to check for lumps but, sadly, no one seems keen on the idea. :(
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RHP User
12 years ago
I had a girlfriend who survived secondary breast cancer, she came very close to dying but managed to survive with both breasts intact. She was DD, and proud of it, so she was very happy. Sadly, not everyone is that lucky though.When I met her I thought she was very different because she was vibrant, robust and fiesty, and had very short hair. Not in a fashionable way either. She seemed utterly unique. Then after intimacy I noticed two long scars across her right breast and right underarm as well as six blue dots across her chest. Then she told me she'd been sick. The scars from surgery, hair loss from chemo and the tattooed dots for radiotherapy. It was incredibly touching to see. Very humbling. She'd only finished treatment and got clear the week I met her.Also, because of the intense treatments she stopped ovulating and was told she most likely wouldn't have any children. Then she started getting her period a few months later and I don't think I'll ever meet another woman celebrate and savor her period like that again!! Resilient little bugger!!But, she's still left with a paranoia that she'll get sick again. It's a very emotional issue. Good health has as much to do with luck as anything, must be terrifying to have your body, your vessel for life, turn on you like that. Sincere thoughts to anyone who has or is dealing with such turmoils and fears.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I checked someones earlier this month.... she was all good, nothing unusual there... not even sure she noticed tho Maybe it should be part of the Sex Ed classes in school on how to feel breasts and testicles for unusual lumps and bumps... 5 minutes of adolescent giggles could save lives.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Meeka100'Should have them every year when you have multiple partners I am told. Particular those in high risk categories for STD's such as bi-sexual men. Okay any men really. :P After my bad result, I now have a pap smear every year as well. Oprah mentioned once that she gets one every year around her birthday. She said that way you don't forget when it's due, and it's a gift to yourself. I think that's brilliant and it's exactly what I do. Meeks, what did you mean by "It was cancer, but benign"? Did they mention the word cancer, or was it "tumor"? For everyone, Tumor is merely the Latin word for lump or swelling, so does not mean cancer at all. A tumor can be harmless, but the word itself scares people regardless.
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RHP User
12 years ago
We've been swinging for 17 years, but 5 years ago my wife got breast cancer had a mastectomy and had many complications so no reconstruction. Swinging was the least of our worries and our lives were shattered, she was tougher than me but we got through it, and we have met couples since but not as often and clearly still not the same. We are still getting back into things, so all you ladies and couples out there please all take care and if you would like to have fun and improve our self esteem please play with us!
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RHP User
12 years ago
Kudos to you both, hedorr.
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