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it’s official: 11 years clear

Posted on June 28, 2022 by carla

Well it’s a little late but it’s official: all clear on the mammogram. I have to say once again that I really like the radiology technicians who operate the mammography equipment at Penn Medicine. My tech today was simply awesome. … Continue reading →

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10 down, 25 to go and I am supposed to hold my arm how?

Posted on August 9, 2011 by carla

T-I-R-E-D….yes I know Sandra, I am supposed to keep my sunny side up and all that, but I swear I am just a wee bit cranky and I can’t sleep right now for whatever addled reason.  My busy brain needs … Continue reading →

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let the games begin

Posted on July 19, 2011 by carla

Today was incredibly long, and  my friend Teri wants everyone to know she was early.   It’s a running joke, but usually I am the early one and she is not. Linda and Teri came to keep me company today and … Continue reading →

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the next phase scheduled…(sort of)

Posted on July 12, 2011 by carla

O.k. so I got the official “all clear” from my medical oncologist – yes it is officially official — the girl needs no chemo.  So I have scheduled my next meet and greet with the radiation oncologist.  At that appointment … Continue reading →

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rainy day…busy brain

Posted on May 17, 2011 by carla

It’s another rainy day and while great for my herbs newly planted in my garden, it’s making me a little mopey.  Not bad mopey – my head is just a bit crowded.  My Nurse Navigator called.  Apparently they don’t feel … Continue reading →

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breathe….just breathe

Posted on May 12, 2011 by carla

I can breathe….1 lump 3.5 to 4 cm stage 2 – lumpectomy , maybe node removal depending on what sentinel node shows surgery day.  Tamoxifen   for five years.  I don’t know if I am thrilled about reading the list of side effects however … Continue reading →

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