Iamasurvivor
@iamasurvivor
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RE: Uplifting messages for KSHB 41 interview of Dr. O'dea

I met Dr. O’Dea in February 2022 when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. From the first meeting with Dr. O’Dea, I felt confident I was with the righ...

2 months ago
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RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations

I do not believe Dr. Brown to be practicing holistic medicine, rather she focus on the medical needs. She is very matter of fact and practical and an...

3 months ago
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RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations

So sorry to hear this was your experience. I had/have a great experience at KU. My oncologist was Dr. O'Dea. That being said, I truly believe if yo...

3 months ago
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RE: Wound Healing at the T-Juncture

Glad to hear you’ve got it figured out and taken care of!!!!

6 months ago
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RE: Wound Healing at the T-Juncture

Good idea and good luck!

7 months ago
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RE: Wound Healing at the T-Juncture

Sure you could each out to oncology surgeon too, especially if they’re willing to see you right away. And if they think you need surgery/repair they c...

7 months ago
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RE: Wound Healing at the T-Juncture

Sorry to hear what you’re going through. I also had bilateral oncoplasty. I would not wait but rather call the surgeon’s office and insist upon seeing...

7 months ago
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RE: Anyone Else with Bilateral Breast Cancer?

I did not have cancer in each breast but I did have 2 different spots in one breast. Wishing you good luck and positive experiences in your journey. ...

9 months ago
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RE: Oncologist at KU in Overland Park

I highly recommend Dr Ann O’Dea at KU Med. Dr. O’Dea and her team are very knowledgeable and care about their patients. They walked me through all th...

1 year ago
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RE: Itchy Scalp

I used J&J Baby Shampoo and Conditioner throughout treatment. It was very gentle.

1 year ago
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RE: Nerve pain

I’m sorry to hear this. I did not have elbow pain from radiation. Are you doing any other exercises that could be causing it or taking any other medi...

1 year ago
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RE: Cording (Axillary Web Syndrome)

Hi. I also had lumpectomy with sentinel node biopsy and had significant tightness in the armpit post surgery. I started the exercises that were reco...

1 year ago
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RE: Radiation experiences

@buttercup beautifully written and so true!

1 year ago
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RE: Radiation experiences

Beautifully written and so true!

1 year ago
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RE: Lumpectomy recovery time?

Hi. I had a lumpectomy with sentinel node biopsy and bilateral oncoplasty reduction. I did have drains but just for a couple of days. I remember the f...

1 year ago
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RE: Radiation experiences

@janedoe7 that’s great!

1 year ago
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RE: Radiation experiences

@janedoe7 I did not know that! Have you done it or know of anybody that did and how did it look post procedure to remove them? That’s so awesome they ...

1 year ago
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RE: GREAT Physical Therapist

Good to know! Thanks for sharing!!!

1 year ago
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