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Long time no post
Hi, So I havent checked in here for a fair while. I made it through radio with hardly any side effects. I was using Moo Goo a minium 4 times a day and drinking large amounts of water. It has been almost 3 months since I finished radio and active treatment. I am taking tamoxifen and feeling pretty darn crapy. I have felt…
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Choosing a bra after a lumpectomy
Found myself in Myer yesterday browsing the bra racks. Selecting bras that are comfortable to wear on a daily basis but also to sleep in after a lumpectomy, is not easy. My excision scar stretches quite high across my breast so one that covered the scar tissue was necessary. I found those bras that had seams across the cup…
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Babies after BC
Hi ladies, For those wanting babies after breast cancer, and considering all their options at whatever stage you are at and would like to share your experiences please join. http://www.bcna.org.au/group/89379 I'm 3 years post dx and have eggs stored. Im in NSW & currently looking for and into surrogacy. Understanding that…
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Eggs frozen, cancer 'gone' - now what
Hi all, You may already know that BCNA have produced this and it has been incredibly helpful for me up to this point in time. http://www.bcna.org.au/store/products/fertility-related-choices-decision-aid I recommend it to anyone considering their fertility options at the time of their diagnosis (even if, like me, I read it…
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Ask the expert: anxiety and depression
Afternoon, For those of you who haven't had a chance to read the latest edition of The Beacon (issue 69) - I just wanted flag one of the articles in particular from Associate Professor, Jane Turner about anxiety and depression, which affect up to half of women diagnosed with breast cancer. 'Ask the expert: anxiety and…
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Working out after my operation
I've finally caught up with my blog posts. This morning. second day after my operation, I wondered whether I should I start a workout or leave it another day? Decided to give it a go with some slight alterations and less reps and with 1lb weights (so much easier than my usual 10 lb weights!!!). I felt really good this…
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Home Care after Mastectomy.
Hello, I live on my own and will be having a Mastectomy. one week before my daughter's first baby is due and therefore unable to ask her to help me at home. Everything I have read says that I can't go home and be on my own. Does anyone know where I can seek assistance for the first week once discharged from hospital? I…
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Cancer Survivors May Struggle for Years With Mental, Physical Problems
A new study again highlighting the struggle patients have long after their cancer treatments are finished. http://health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2015/01/12/cancer-survivors-may-struggle-for-years-with-mental-physical-problems
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1 year on - First mammogram on Monday!
It's been a year this month since my first mammogram and now I'm having one on Monday. A little nervous but I'm sure it will be ok! Been doing self checks and finding nothing. I'm doing well with the Tamiflaxon tablets - no side effects and the hot flushes have gone..I hope. Will let everyone know my results Monday - do…
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melt down
Hi all have just come home from work as I had a bit of a meltdown. In my job I visit people at home and give care , this morning I needed to call a ambulance for her. I thought I was ok the ambulance arrived and I started to tear up. I pulled myself together and left but then I started to cry. I called my office and said I…
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Swimmers :)
Hello ladies! I wanted to tell you about a gorgeous swimsuit that I have just bought.I have put a photo of me wearing it as my new profile pic.Its not very clear,and it's crooked as well,but I don't know how to straighten the photo!I bought it at David Jones,and it's by Speedo. Its called a spirit turbo suit,and it has…
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Lymphoedema and Massage
Hello and Happy New Year, Ladies. Hoping 2015 brings better health and much happiness to all. As I am in a rural area I do not have access to a physiotherapist who can treat my cording. A GP clinic nurse suggested a local masseur may be able to help. I have had three sessions and she has used the 'cupping' technique. The…
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New diagnosis of secondary BC - metastatic bone
Hello everyone, Well 3 years after being diagnosed with EBC (Her2+), Metastatic breast cancer has appeared in the bone (femur). After limping for 7 months, I had a fall mopping the floor and when I was operated on for a fractured femur they found metastatis in the femur. After 8 weeks in hospital, been back at home for 2…
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Femara vs Tamoxifen
Hello all, I have been on Tamoxifen for almost 2 yrs and thinking of switching to Femara. I am 47, was hoping I could get my period back after these treatments, but now I just want to be without side-effects, or have less! I still have neuropathy from chemo treatments 2 years ago, stiff hands and feet, sore legs, dry eyes,…
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Dealing with fear of recurrence
Hi everyone and Happy New Year! Over on my blog at http://positive3neg.wordpress.com I've been writing about dealing with fear of recurrence using Acceptance Commitment Therapy. I was introduced to it by a phsychologist attached to the Oncology Clinic in Gosford where I had radiation. I have found it so beneficial that…