July 27, 2011

About Breast Cancer: Some Antidepressants Interact with Tamoxifen

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From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer
I really didn't enjoy the side effects of Tamoxifen. But I stuck with it, and used an antidepressant to help lessen the hot flashes. However, some of those "good mood" pills can cancel out the benefits of Tamoxifen!

Some Antidepressants Interact with Tamoxifen
Before I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I sometimes took St. John's Wort for my mood. When I was on Tamoxifen and experienced the Super-Whopper Body-Melter Hot Flashes, my doctor had me taking prescription antidepressants. Some helped, some didn't. Now we know that some of those "mood pills" can wipe out the effects of Tamoxifen! Be sure you know which pills you can combine and which to avoid.

All About Tamoxifen
Many women - and men - with estrogen driven breast cancer must take Tamoxifen for 5 years after primary treatment, to prevent a recurrence. It is the most commonly prescribed selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM).

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How do you cope when a hot flash hits? Have you found a way to forestall a flash? Did you move to the North Pole or install a deep freeze room? Seriously, please share your hot flash tips!

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July 26, 2011

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July 22, 2011

Update! World Championship - LE Patient Extraordinaire

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July 2011

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· Welcome
· Update from Deborah Cordner

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Welcome to the Special Edition of Lymph e-Channel

Dear friends of the NLN,

On Saturday, July 29th, Deborah Cordner our Lymphedema patient extraordinaire will
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World Championship. No doubt, Deborah has overcome a long and arduous journey to
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many hours a day and getting stronger each day.

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Respectfully,

Saskia RJ Thiadens, RN

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Update from Deborah Cordner
The emails and responses I have received from telling my story are all very inspiring.
It really 'fills me up'. My dad was in tears from the heartfelt stories and words
of encouragement from the lymphedema community. As one supporter said "you are amazing,
you are already a champion, regardless of where you place." My goal is for everyone
to know that about themselves. Lymphedema makes anyone who has it so strong. All
the time and energy spent caring for you affected limb; really all it does is make
you stronger. I want everyone to harness that power, welcome the challenge and change
lives! Everyone can benefit by knowing someone who struggles with lymphedema!

Thank you so much again a million times!

Deb

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July 20, 2011

About Breast Cancer: Vitamin D Boosts Bone Health with Hormone Therapy

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From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer
Treatments for breast cancer can make you feel like you're in super-menopause. Even the follow-up drugs, like aromatase inhibitors, can give you hot flashes and bone thinning. A common nutritional supplement can protect your bones. But you need to know how much to take.

Vitamin D Reduces Bone Loss For Breast Cancer Patients
Most of us with estrogen-fueled breast cancer wind up taking a hormone therapy for 5 years after our primary treatments. That's good, because it prevents a recurrence. But it comes with side effects - one of which is loss of bone density. Research shows that Vitamin D can help!

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Having a bone density scan is a breeze - there's no squeezing like a mammogram, no intravenous lines needed, and all you have to do is relax and lie still. It's a really easy test to get some really important results.

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Had chemo? Gone through menopause or chemo-pause? Then you might need to check up on your bone health. Chemo can cause low estrogen levels, similar to menopause. And low estrogen leads to thinner, more brittle bones.
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