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Re: Birthday wishes to @Deanne
Thanks @gumnut, @arpie and @jennyss. This birthday is the 10th birthday since diagnosis. That feels significant given that the statistics my oncologist gave me were all about 10 year chance of recurrence. I’m happy to be celebrating another cancer free birthday! And I’m about to have a lovely holiday in Tassie! All good! Thanks for the birthday wishes! Take care. 😊xxx
Deanne
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Re: Information on reconstruction after Mastectomy please
Sorry I meant to say I had skin soaring mastectomy with insertion of tissue expanders to “ hold the space” for later reconstruction - so you do need to have the conversation with your surgeon about keeping your options open.
Re: Information on reconstruction after Mastectomy please
Hi@Joanne66
My cancer was also lobular - called the “ sneaky” breast cancer as it often doesn’t show on a mammogram and also often ends up more extensive than first thought.
Initially my breast cancer surgeon was discussing a choice of a lumpectomy or a mastectomy but after the MRI the advice was firmly in favour of mastectomy due to the size of the tumour.
I ended up having double mastectomy with delayed DIEP flap surgery 8 months after my radiotherapy was finished ( most don’t have radiotherapy after a mastectomy but I was recommended it due the size of my tumour).
I was 62 on diagnosis and asked my plastic surgeon if I was too old for reconstructive surgery and he said he had done women in their 70s and general health was just as important.
These are difficult decisions made at a time of extreme emotional upheaval .
If you ask to join the private group on here “ Choosing Breast Reconstruction “ there are lots of personal stories and photos I found very helpful in coming to my decision.
I talked to my GP, breast care nurse and also was lucky enough to have a friend who knew some one who had recently had a double mastectomy with DIEP flap surgery and I was able to tell with her which was extremely helpful.
I am happy with my decision but many women choose to go flat as well and that’s fine too - these are very personal decisions.
I had always been big breasted so the idea of going flat was a bridge too far for me but with my age I did go through a lot of anxiousness in coming to my decision.
Also double mastectomy versus single is also a big decision not for everybody .
Take care .
If you add your location yo your profile others may be able to give more targeted advice.
I am in Sydney and had my operations at St Vincent’s Private.
My cancer was also lobular - called the “ sneaky” breast cancer as it often doesn’t show on a mammogram and also often ends up more extensive than first thought.
Initially my breast cancer surgeon was discussing a choice of a lumpectomy or a mastectomy but after the MRI the advice was firmly in favour of mastectomy due to the size of the tumour.
I ended up having double mastectomy with delayed DIEP flap surgery 8 months after my radiotherapy was finished ( most don’t have radiotherapy after a mastectomy but I was recommended it due the size of my tumour).
I was 62 on diagnosis and asked my plastic surgeon if I was too old for reconstructive surgery and he said he had done women in their 70s and general health was just as important.
These are difficult decisions made at a time of extreme emotional upheaval .
If you ask to join the private group on here “ Choosing Breast Reconstruction “ there are lots of personal stories and photos I found very helpful in coming to my decision.
I talked to my GP, breast care nurse and also was lucky enough to have a friend who knew some one who had recently had a double mastectomy with DIEP flap surgery and I was able to tell with her which was extremely helpful.
I am happy with my decision but many women choose to go flat as well and that’s fine too - these are very personal decisions.
I had always been big breasted so the idea of going flat was a bridge too far for me but with my age I did go through a lot of anxiousness in coming to my decision.
Also double mastectomy versus single is also a big decision not for everybody .
Take care .
If you add your location yo your profile others may be able to give more targeted advice.
I am in Sydney and had my operations at St Vincent’s Private.
Re: Bone Scan along with 3yr mammogram and ultrasound
Thank you @Annie C. Would love to visit the Kimberley. I am planning a couple of trips at the moment as I love travelling.
However unfortunately my pain has got worse. I presented at hospital and they did a CT contrast and found no indication of clots or anything else. I was sent home with endone and anti inflammatory and Dr said the bone scan is next, which is Wednesday. Hoping the results are with GP the next morning as I booked an appointment in anticipation.
My husband is doing well and steadily recovering. I am trying to watch movies and also rest because moving around in certain ways is uncomfortable for me. Wednesday just can't come quick enough. I am wondering if Letrozole could cause this pain. I guess time and the scans will tell.
However unfortunately my pain has got worse. I presented at hospital and they did a CT contrast and found no indication of clots or anything else. I was sent home with endone and anti inflammatory and Dr said the bone scan is next, which is Wednesday. Hoping the results are with GP the next morning as I booked an appointment in anticipation.
My husband is doing well and steadily recovering. I am trying to watch movies and also rest because moving around in certain ways is uncomfortable for me. Wednesday just can't come quick enough. I am wondering if Letrozole could cause this pain. I guess time and the scans will tell.
Cath62
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Re: Bone Scan along with 3yr mammogram and ultrasound
Hang in there and keep doing the things you are doing to remain positive.
Sending you and your husband the very best of Warm Kimberley Wishes (albeit a bit wet, soggy and flooded) for the best of recoveries for your husband and reassurance for yourself.
Annie
Annie C
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