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MeghanB
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12 years ago

Hi all, I just thought I would introduce myself :)

My name is Meghan & I am 47.  I was diagnosed on 1/6/2011. I underwent 6 rounds of chemo, a double mastectomy & 25 rounds of radiation.

Also 1 week ago I had a radical hystorectomy including ovary removal.

I find it very difficult if not impossible to start living again. I am hoping to make small steps toward this soon :)

Anyway, that is all I have to say for now :) Blessings to all 

 

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    dmed
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    12 years ago
    Just thought would say hi and also let you know about a support group that meets monthly in Hobart. It's the third tues of the month in North Hobart . It has helped me with having others to talk to as well as the breast cancer nurse is always there as well. Also have a group that catch up once a month for a coffee and a chat. Being on here has been so good for me and find that being able to reach out to others amazing. Welcome ,take care Deb
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    MeghanB
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    12 years ago

    Hi Robyn, my BC was hormone receptive & I was on Tamoxifen for over 15 months. I put on over 30 kilos :( It was a case of - maybe the cancer will come back or I will get diabetes and/or heart disease. I was offered Zoladex but after reading about it I also refused that :) My GP & I fought hard to have the hysterectomy done & my Onc was against it. In fact he laughed at me when I suggested it. Luckily my gyno was more receptive & immediately agreed.

    I guess for me now the hardest thing is **What do I have left that identifies me as a woman** 

    I live with my daughter, son in law & 2 small grandchildren, who make me smile like there is no tomorrow.

    I will pop in regularly & thank you for the welcome, Megs

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