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It is just so unfair. This makes me so sad. You have my prayers every day, without asking. Joan

Hi Donna, I'd first just like to welcome you and wish you luck in your battle. I'm also claustrophobic and cannot get into an MRI without medication. I would strongly suggest asking your doctor for something because now it doesn't even bother me. As far as being cumulative, it really depends. My last chemo turned out to have the least side effects, so Who Knows??? Joan[/u]

Shirley, My reaction to your same drugs were very similar. I don't believe that the effects are cumulative because when I was going for my last treatment, I was really nervous about that, and it was my very best one (no reaction at all). Just be very sure, even if you're not hungry, to DRINK lots of water, juice or whatever you can get down. I liked the ensure and it also filled me up, but whatever you like, liquids are imperative! Its very easy to become dehydrated while undergoing chemo. Just don't worry, you'll be fine. Stay positive. Joan

Connie, My sincere condolences to you and your family. Joan

Pammie, HAVE THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER!!!!!!! and many, many, more Joan

Shar, This is wonderful news!!!! Gives lots of others here hope. Hope they can figure out something for your bladder problem. Joan

I'm really trying, believe me. I'm totally demented when it comes to this. I'll get one of my kids to help me when they come over. Promise.

Hi, You should also check out our "Nodule" section. Joan

Hi Laurel, Please get a second opinion. The fact that the oncologist said "chemo wouldn't be worth it" really bothers me. How could increasing your mother's life span, even for months, not be worth it? Every minute of my life is "worth it"!! There are people on this board who's lives have been extended by years. Best wishes for you and your mother. Joan

Just wonderful!!!! Joan

Hope I'm not too late to wish you the VERY VERY BEST BIRTHDAY !!!!!!!! Joan

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Joan

Jaimie, You were just unbelievable!!!!! You brought tears to my eyes. I truely believe in what you said. Joan

If your mom was lucky enough to be in early stages, why wouldn't she go with a proven protocol that could possibly save her life??? I also have to agree with Alisa. To forgo treatment because someone wrote a book claiming to have "the cure" is CRAZY!! I just don't get it. Joan

Welcome and just let us know how we can be of help. Joan

So happy for both of you and the pic is beautiful. Joan

Malou, I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am. I really just can't even believe this. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Joan

Geri, I'll drink to that!! So happy for you both. Joan

Donna, You were fabulous. Loved that you mentioned LCSC. Joan and yes Jamie, I'm floating down the river as we speak.

Maryann, I also told them, LC kills more women than breast cancer. I just need to do something, I'm very frustrated!!! Joan

Where do I go to see this? Joan

My response from Coldwater Creek: Date: Fri, 19 May 2006 18:27:48 GMT Dear Ms. Wallach: Thank you for your very articulate email regarding our support of the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Your opinion is important to us and we appreciate your taking the time to write with your concerns. Correspondingly, Coldwater Creek supports and donates corporate dollars to many organizations which fund causes from cancer research to wildlife preservation. Each year, we budget for our charitable donations to be allocated to pre-selected organizations. Since the majority of our employees are women, we strive to make women's health issues a top priority. Your comments regarding lung cancer have been shared with our corporate office and will be reviewed by the appropriate department. If we may be of any further assistance to you, please email us at coldwatercreek.com or call us toll-free at (800) 510-2808. We are available 7 days a week for your convenience and we welcome any additional suggestions you may have. Sincerely, Cheryl V. Coldwater Creek Customer Service

Len & Ellen Mazel Tov!!! What a wonderful celebration this will be. Joan

It's really funny you asked this question. I've had a runny nose since I was (either) diagnosed or chemo. Can't remember exactly when it started. But I can't go anywhere without my tissues. ????? Joan

Kasey, Congratulations and thanks for all your kind words. I'll never forget getting your call and then having the courage to actually post a message. Joan