TeamIHadCancer
TeamIHadCancer
Survivor: Breast Cancer (Stage II)
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New York City, NY
Female
About Me
My Journal
I am a Survivor
Type of Cancer
Breast Cancer (Stage II), 2008
Treatment Information
Stage of Treatment:

Finished treatment 5 or more years ago

Treatment Types:

Acupuncture

Escozul

Hospital:

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (New York City)

Side Effect:

Chemobrain

Discussions (11)
Chemo & Radiation
Has anyone used Animal Therapy (Pet Therapy) to help you get through rigorous treatments like chemotherapy or radiation?
June 9th, 2014
General
Favorite cancer-related books?
March 20th, 2014
Weekly Update 2/21/2017
February 21st, 2017

Hey everyone! Below is some of the latest news on IHadCancer- You can view the content by clicking directly on the text.

Most Recent Blog Posts

A Survivor's Guide to Friends Leaving

Finding Purpose and Self-Love Beyond Motherhood

An Ode To My Hair: Naturally | Cancer Poem

Recent Dear Cancer Messages

Dear Cancer, I will not stand quietly by and let you take my friends from me. I will stand by them as they fight you off and tell them I love them and I am there for them.

Yes, I lost a hair. But you know what? I realized that Hair is not the only way that will make you beautiful I boost some confidence that even tho I dont have hair I still can be beautiful in my own way.

Recent Facebook Posts

"Real talk - what are you struggling with today?"Read more here.

"Thyca community - have any of you experienced this? Share in the comments below.
"I woke up covered w blood around on my neck 7am. There are2 skin tags which is disgusting that just popped out on my incision. I think they are skin tags what the hell do I know. that's where the blood was coming from. Anyone experience this?
Brand new never been there I would of noticed them Bc I look at my neck everyday. I refuse to have them removed as I'm very sensitive w my scar area. These things hurt too. At the end of my incision." #thyca #thyroidcancer #helpforafighter"
‪‬Read more here.

Recent Discussions

Does anyone else feel like companies just use cancer as a way to play on emotions to sell their product? And, I'm not talking about during October. Like, I just saw an ad fora coffee creamer showing a woman who removes her wig as she prepares to go back to work, and the tagline is about courage. Yes, we've all been there- going out in public bald, returning to work, or returning to some semblance of a normal life. This ad, though, didn't leave me thinking about how I've been in that situation; rather, it left me feel upset, like how dare this company take something so personal just to sell their coffee creamer.

I had a port put in yesterday. The surgeon that put it in told me that it would feel like a sore muscle after working out. Well that's not quite how it feels it hurts really bad and it feels like I had surgery. Did anyone else go through a pain like this an port?

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-The IHC Team

Weekly Update 2/13/2017
February 13th, 2017

Hey everyone! Below is some of the latest news on IHadCancer- You can view the content by clicking directly on the text.

February is National Cancer Prevention Month! What are some conversations relating to prevention you'd like to talk more about?

Our Inspirational Totes are back in stock by popular demand and going fast! These 100% Cotton bags are perfect to carry and use every day! Click here to view in our store.

Most Recent Blog Posts

It's Not Easy To Be A Single Mom and A Cancer Survivor

How To Keep Your Kitchen Clean And Safe During Treatment

Regaining Confidence After Cancer Takes Time, But IS Possible

Recent Dear Cancer Messages

Dear Cancer, I used to say "f* you, cancer." Now I thank you, cancer. You were a cruel teacher, but you taught me well.

Dear Cancer, every time I have to go see my doctors(more times than I can keep track) you steal the strength and determination I have fought so hard to build. U put fear inside me that I thought I beat down. I hate you for that.

Recent Facebook Posts

""When I started this blog, I started it with the intention of helping others. That’s all I wanted to do. Selfishly, of course, it helped me out a ton – having a place to get all my jumbled thoughts out was a saving grace, both during and after treatment. "Read more here.

"In case you missed it - the t-shirt that our founder Mailet is rocking in this picture is now available for pre-order! Whether you had, have, support or care for someone with cancer, we're all in this together. Whose on your team? Order here:" ‪‬Read more here.

Recent Discussions

Do you fear reoccurrence? Does that fear every go away? I finished radiation 4 months ago and all I do is fear it is coming back. Anyone else have this problem?

Does anyone else have trouble connecting to other people?

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Thanks for all of your support, and have a great week everyone!

-The IHC Team

Weekly Update 2/7/2017
February 7th, 2017

Hey everyone! Below is some of the latest news on IHadCancer- You can view the content by clicking directly on the text.

February is National Cancer Prevention Month! What are some conversations relating to prevention you'd like to talk more about?

Our Inspirational Totes are back in stock by popular demand and going fast! These 100% Cotton bags are perfect to carry and use every day! Click here to view in our store.

Most Recent Blog Posts

A Guide To Our Top Blogs About Diagnosis & Survivorship

Regaining Confidence After Cancer Takes Time, But IS Possible

An Ode to Fellow Cancer Warriors & Survivors | Cancer Poem

Recent Dear Cancer Messages

Dear Cancer, I hate you and always will. You took away parts of my everyday living and you disgust me. Thanks to you I will never be the same although I try my best to be me again! I win !

Dear Cancer, You were like a candle and I was like a fire hose: No Chance!

Recent Facebook Posts

"Tom Brady won this Super Bowl for his Mother, who has cancer. "She’s been though a lot. Way harder than what I went through last night, what the team went through,” Brady said. “All families go through challenging times personally. I’m just happy to be able to celebrate."Read more here.

""My name is Sue and I'm battling stage 3a ovarian cancer, I found out my friend has stage 1 breast cancer..after first round of chemo she started losing her hair, in support of her I shaved my head with her..cancer is a friggin' demon, I'm in constant battle with my body everyday - I wish people knew or get it, I may look great and don't look sick but trust me I am.....I'm the one on the left..God bless all the fighters, survivors and honor the ones we lost..#cancersucks" -- Susan Anne

Thank you for being a cancer supporter AND survivor, and a part of our network! We need people like you to help get the other fighters & survivors through their battles"
‪‬Read more here.

Recent Discussions

Do you fear reoccurrence? Does that fear every go away? I finished radiation 4 months ago and all I do is fear it is coming back. Anyone else have this problem?

Does anyone else have trouble connecting to other people?

If you'd like to sign up for our monthly newsletter, scroll down to the bottom right hand side of the site and enter your email address. 
Thanks for all of your support!

-The IHC Team

Weekly Update 1/30/2017
January 30th, 2017

Hi everyone!

Below is some of the latest news on IHadCancer- You can view the content by clicking directly on the text.

Our Inspirational Totes are back in stock by popular demand! These 100% Cotton bags measure 15-1/2"w x 15"h and are perfect to carry your groceries, necessary treatment day essentials or just to use every day! While supplies last we will add one of our favorite activity books, "The Book Of Doing" by Alison Arden with every tote purchase. Please note we ship to US & Canada only! Click here to view in our store.

Most Recent Blog Posts

I Found A Positive For Every Negative Thing During My Hospital Stay

We Asked a Medical Oncologist What We Need to Know About Medicinal Marijuana

Recent Dear Cancer Messages

Dear Cancer, 44 years ago you thought you'd kill me, but you lost. HA! All you did was make me stronger. You'll probably try again, but it's no use. You will lose again. You suck.

Dear Cancer, Fuck you for not letting me sleep at night wondering if you're still in there somewhere.

Recent Facebook Posts

"Help us in sending Danielle, and anyone feeling this way, some love today!

"I dream for a healthy life. Maybe just maybe one day I'll be okay even though I say it everyday. Today is not okay. I need a nap. A long one. Toradol is kicking in soon. Goin for CT SCAn asap.
Massive abdominal pain and back Dr is concerned she thinks it's a number of things I won't discuss right now. I tried so hard to make it to Zwanger but w my back now it's pretty extreme. Dr orders to come here. A person can only handle some much...In my next life I will be healthy." - Danielle, thyroid cancer ass-kicker"
‪‬Read more here.

Recent Discussions

Does anyone else get worn out of being heavily impacted by cancer?

Is anyone else feeling the survivor's guilt?

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Weekly Update 1/25/2017
January 25th, 2017

Hi everyone!

Below is some of the latest news on IHadCancer- You can view the content by clicking directly on the text.

Most Recent Blog Posts

I'm Not OK, but I'm OK With That

We Asked a Medical Oncologist What We Need to Know About Medicinal Marijuana

The Pain Others Don't See

Recent Dear Cancer Messages

Dear Cancer, Today I really hate you

Dear Cancer, You suck. And the virus you came in on sucks. And the fact that I had my yearly Pap tests and you hid from them sucks. I don't know what message you have for me, but please do tell because I WILL NOT let you kill me. You messed with the wrong chick...

Recent Facebook Posts

"Have you heard of or tried cupping after a #cancer-related surgery?
Dr. Jun Mao, Chief of the Integrative Medicine Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, explains it like this: "Cupping is a common technique used in traditional Chinese medicine. Traditional cupping includes using flame to create heat, as the hot air inside the cup cools, it creates a vacuum suction. Cupping can be used to treat muscle aches or common colds in China. Cupping leaves classic bruises that typically resolve in 5 to 7 days."
‪‬Read more here.

"It was with a heavy heart that our office heard news that our new and dear friend Ana-Alecia Ayala has passed away after fighting her rare endometrial cancer for two years. She inspired our community and then the world with her viral "Juju On That Chemo" video that was soon picked up by the Ellen Show. Some words from our last email exchange with Ana that really show her true character..." Read more here.

Recent Discussions

Does anyone else get worn out of being heavily impacted by cancer?

Is anyone else feeling the survivor's guilt?

If you'd like to sign up for our monthly newsletter, scroll down to the bottom right hand side of the site and enter your email address. 
Thanks for all of your support!

-The IHC Team

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