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Post by GhoatMonket on Apr 23, 2021 7:05:15 GMT -6
Get the mammogram. Don’t wait until you’re 50. I can’t believe a medical professional said that. Breast cancer kills and there’s no reason not to get them checked out. Mammograms really aren’t that bad. Breast cancer diagnosis are down an incredible amount this past year, not because it’s magically disappeared, but because people aren’t getting their mammograms and therefore many have it and it’s advancing undetected This is one of my hills. ITA to start getting mammograms at the age of 40 (and earlier if you have family history). No matter how healthy you are/seem and/or the lack of family history. Because only 20% of breast cancer patients had any family history, meaning the vast majority (80%) had zero family history. Many, many women are experiencing breast cancer or pre-cancer in their 40s and it's obviously infinitely easier to treat and potentially cured if caught early. Mammograms are a few minutes out of your life. But they could very well save it. My paternal aunt died at the age of 46 from breast cancer and the thought that if she had had regular mammograms starting at age 40, she might still be alive is why this is also my hill. I was on the "this is dumb, I'll push it back a bit" train. I had zero family history until 4 months ago. Now I do, and fortunately it was caught early and they were able to remove everything. While hers wasn't aggressive and she's not young (she's like 75), it definitely knocked me back to getting it done this year like I should.
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Post by abs on Apr 23, 2021 7:10:18 GMT -6
If anything mammograms should probably start earlier in life not later. I'm super happy to see people making their appointments!!
Also in case anyone is unaware apparently colonoscopies are recommended earlier now, too. My doctor told me at my last yearly appointment that they start at 45 now instead of 50. So I'm not quite there yet but close. Ugh. When I first started on a version of these boards it was all about wedding dresses and first houses. Now we have progressed to this. Not sure I want to know what is next, lol!!
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Apr 23, 2021 7:12:12 GMT -6
GhoatMonket, lt for getting it scheduled. sorry about the family diagnosis.
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Apr 23, 2021 7:13:28 GMT -6
If anything mammograms should probably start earlier in life not later. I'm super happy to see people making their appointments!! Also in case anyone is unaware apparently colonoscopies are recommended earlier now, too. My doctor told me at my last yearly appointment that they start at 45 now instead of 50. So I'm not quite there yet but close. Ugh. When I first started on a version of these boards it was all about wedding dresses and first houses. Now we have progressed to this. Not sure I want to know what is next, lol!! yes we should be tested at earlier ages.
Also remember that insurance companies / doctors won't push for pap smears yearly anymore. If you haven't had one recently try to schedule one; they are just as important!
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Post by lunarscallion on Apr 23, 2021 7:22:14 GMT -6
I had to get a mammogram and ultrasound a few years ago due to finding lumps during my self exam. I didn’t find it to be that bad. Maybe because after so many IVF cycles it was comparatively nbd. I’ll definitely be starting them regularly at 40 (or sooner if I find any more lumps obviously). Hugs cnf. It’s been survival mode for a long time and that can really wear on you.
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Post by Rusty Red on Apr 23, 2021 7:23:30 GMT -6
My body HURTS. For racing and the occasional practice run before a race, I don't mind outdoors, but otherwise I (and my allergies) just do not like it. I've gotten a lot of judgment for that over the years, not being a real runner because of mostly treadmill, but whatever. I want my treadmill. I really hope they call today to schedule.
Active recovery day for me.
P90X2 - Recovery & Mobility MBF - Day 7 Dynamic Recovery
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Post by calendula on Apr 23, 2021 7:47:09 GMT -6
Another voice chiming in for you cnf. Is there anything YH could be doing to take some of this load off you? So that you can find time for you? Hugs.
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Post by calendula on Apr 23, 2021 7:50:06 GMT -6
Last night I turned the day around a bit and went for a 5 mi run when I got home from work. I felt much better mentally after I did, although I still feel like I'm one hair away from losing my shit again.
Today finally made it to the weight room to move some heavier weights. Full body lift and a mile run on the treads.
pre workout: half banana B: one bar L: yogurt bowl with berries, kashi crunch, protein powder, the other half of that banana and almonds S: protein shake D: turkey club wrap picnic style at DS's first baseball game of the season
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Post by sweetp on Apr 23, 2021 8:07:36 GMT -6
I was planning on taking today off, but there are sunny skies and the high today is almost 60. Maybe I'll try a Peloton walk/run for the first time.
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Post by jorkzy on Apr 23, 2021 8:08:39 GMT -6
I really needed to hear your advice today jorkzy. I’m going to print it out and hang it on my fridge or possibly tattoo it on my arm lol. Thanks as always for chiming in. Awww thanks! Maybe just tattoo the GLASS BALLS on your arm. I bet no one will bat an eye.
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Post by cnf on Apr 23, 2021 8:09:21 GMT -6
Another voice chiming in for you cnf. Is there anything YH could be doing to take some of this load off you? So that you can find time for you? Hugs. He takes his paternity leave starting mid May, so that will help. Until then we're both in this hell together.
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Post by jrun2013 on Apr 23, 2021 8:11:30 GMT -6
I need to do this, too. My doctor’s office sent me a letter last year saying “heyyyyy, you don’t HAVE to do this until you’re 50, but don’t you want to do it now, since you’re 40?” And I said nope! But probably I should. Especially since things have calmed down. I just heard something about how the COVID vaccine affects the results of a mammogram so they might be recommending to wait 4-6 weeks weeks after you get the vaccine, not sure when/if you have gotten the vaccine - but something to look into It can cause Enlarged lymph nodes, which is what happens to lymph nodes that have cancer in them, so due to that they recommend waiting to avoid false positives.
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Post by jorkzy on Apr 23, 2021 8:11:39 GMT -6
Another vote for early mammograms here! I’ve had them since I was 29 because my mother got it at 37 and the doctors didn’t believe it was an issue because she was “too young”. She died at 44.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Apr 23, 2021 8:11:51 GMT -6
I really needed to hear your advice today jorkzy . I’m going to print it out and hang it on my fridge or possibly tattoo it on my arm lol. Thanks as always for chiming in. Awww thanks! Maybe just tattoo the GLASS BALLS on your arm. I bet no one will bat an eye.
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Post by jrun2013 on Apr 23, 2021 8:12:14 GMT -6
And it's 4-6 weeks after the second dose. It has to do with enlarged lymph nodes and can be an issue with other vaccines as well. wait, we need to wait 4-6 weeks for a mammogram after the 2nd shot...???? this is a thing? I was literally scheduling a mammogram this morning.
You can schedule it for six weeks out I’m sure!
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Post by caer on Apr 23, 2021 8:12:41 GMT -6
I really needed to hear your advice today jorkzy. I’m going to print it out and hang it on my fridge or possibly tattoo it on my arm lol. Thanks as always for chiming in. Awww thanks! Maybe just tattoo the GLASS BALLS on your arm. I bet no one will bat an eye. Haha 😂. Done.
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Post by jorkzy on Apr 23, 2021 8:12:44 GMT -6
Also on the mammo topic: many younger women have dense breast tissue and mammo isn’t always conclusive so they often do ultrasound as well. Don’t freak out if they have you do both.
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Post by cnf on Apr 23, 2021 8:13:28 GMT -6
Thank you, ladies, for all your kind words. I feel like I've been a big complainer lately. Everything from this last year has compounded into too much and last month I think it finally caught up with me. I'm trying to give myself grace and perspective, but I'm so tired and it's so hard. I'm just burnt out on life right now.
Eight more academic weeks until summer break. I can do this.
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Post by caer on Apr 23, 2021 8:14:34 GMT -6
Good morning. I did 3 easy miles today. It’s my last run before the race on Sunday. The weather looks grooooossss for that morning. DH and I are running it together for fun, not for time, so it’s not that big of a deal but running in the pouring rain for hours also isn’t my favorite!
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Post by jrun2013 on Apr 23, 2021 8:14:58 GMT -6
Another vote for early mammograms here! I’ve had them since I was 29 because my mother got it at 37 and the doctors didn’t believe it was an issue because she was “too young”. She died at 44. So sorry jorzky. That’s awful. More and more women are getting breast cancer in their thirties. Testing needs to be done.
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Post by cnf on Apr 23, 2021 8:15:24 GMT -6
Also, the universe is trying to right me today. I stopped at Dunkin Donuts feeling very fuck it this morning. No expresso machine so I couldn't get my giant latte and they messed up my breakfast order. So I'm going to stick with my healthy foods I brought with me for the rest of the day and avoid the vending machine.
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Post by jrun2013 on Apr 23, 2021 8:16:22 GMT -6
Get the mammogram. Don’t wait until you’re 50. I can’t believe a medical professional said that. Breast cancer kills and there’s no reason not to get them checked out. Mammograms really aren’t that bad. Breast cancer diagnosis are down an incredible amount this past year, not because it’s magically disappeared, but because people aren’t getting their mammograms and therefore many have it and it’s advancing undetected This is one of my hills. One of my best friends was just diagnosed at 37 with stage IV breast cancer. Get the mammogram! I’m sorry to hear about your friend’s diagnosis. How is she doing?
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Post by GhoatMonket on Apr 23, 2021 8:24:13 GMT -6
Also on the mammo topic: many younger women have dense breast tissue and mammo isn’t always conclusive so they often do ultrasound as well. Don’t freak out if they have you do both. We are pretty sure I do because my boobs are heavy as hell, so I'm already anticipating this.
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Apr 23, 2021 8:36:33 GMT -6
wait, we need to wait 4-6 weeks for a mammogram after the 2nd shot...???? this is a thing? I was literally scheduling a mammogram this morning.
You can schedule it for six weeks out I’m sure! Yeppers, that's what I am doing!
Now, if science and doctors could only come up with a pre-screen for ovarian cancer.....
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on Apr 23, 2021 8:52:34 GMT -6
Ok I'm convinced. I scheduled a mammogram for mid-June, about six weeks after my second COVID shot.
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Post by truffleshuffle on Apr 23, 2021 8:58:24 GMT -6
I didn't have time to pack my lunch today - i'm trying to think of where i can get something that is fairly ok, i might have to make a longer drive to Wholefoods, there are no good/healthy options here
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Post by loki on Apr 23, 2021 9:01:16 GMT -6
cnf - I'm sorry you are struggling. Your posts remind me of the days when my kids were newborns. lemons - I've had those same feelings about my recovery/PT in the last couple of months. Some days I was ready to read about everyone's accomplishments. Some days I was jealous seeing everyone's workouts and being on the sidelines. Do whatever works best for you.
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Post by abs on Apr 23, 2021 9:03:47 GMT -6
Ok I'm convinced. I scheduled a mammogram for mid-June, about six weeks after my second COVID shot. Good. I am proud of you!! cnf, big hugs to you. You’ve got this.
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Post by loki on Apr 23, 2021 9:10:29 GMT -6
At PT this morning, my therapist encouraged me to do some walk/jogs over the next two weeks to see how it feels before my next appointment. I have to admit that I am scared about getting re-injured and being back to where I was before. I know that I feel so much better now than before and we've measured my progress in PT, so it should be ok. I also know that I'll be much more aware if something hurts and to stop before I get myself into a serious injury again. I'm going to give a walk/slow jog a try tomorrow and see how it goes. Fingers crossed that nothing hurts after.
As for the rest of today, I am hoping to sneak away for some upper body strength work at some point and finish off my exercises from PT.
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Post by jrun2013 on Apr 23, 2021 9:16:43 GMT -6
You can schedule it for six weeks out I’m sure! Yeppers, that's what I am doing!
Now, if science and doctors could only come up with a pre-screen for ovarian cancer.....
If you have a family history you can get tested for the gene (brca1 and brca2) that puts you most at risk. Not the same as an annual thing, but the best there is right now.
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