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Waiting...
After being diagnosed in December I have been waiting for my surgery, which is now less than a week away. I was interested to view the video on the BCNA page about other women's experiences and surprised to see how similar - and also different - my own response has been. Yes, guilt is a big factor. I don't know why, but I…
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Moving on
I can't believe it's been so long since I last posted.... I have definitely moved on. I finished Radiotherapy on Nov 22 and although I'm still having 3 weekly Targetted Therapy with Herceptin intravenously I have to remember when to go! 2013 was diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targetted therapy. Only…
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Something more or different???
I'm sure many of us have felt this way at some point in time during our encounter (for want of a better word!) with breast cancer, however I just can't seem to shake the feeling that I need to do something different with my life. I have a great job, nice home, loving partner....you know, all the things were supposed to…
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Portacaths and Exercise
I have recently finished my treatments, however, will have my portacath left in for a while. I am keen to increase my exercise regime. Has anyone been given any advice about activities that should be avoided if you have a portacath. I have heard repetitive activities such as golf and swimming should be avoided as well as…
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My darling is home
Hi Ladies, I would like to wish you all a good New Year, and especially a healthy one. Had my 3rd chemo treatment yesterday, halfway, yeh! The oncologist was concerned about my swollen feet and my anxiety, she has prescribed fluid pills and I received a call while I was there that my partner was being released from the…
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weight gain
hi I have heard that some women loose weight and other gain weight during the chemo treatment. I have a gastric band and I am worried about how my body will react to the treatment. I am worried about gaining weight and also worried about loosing too much weight as I know my body will need enough strength to fight. My…
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Everything old is new again - unfortunately.
Surgery on the 12th December - double mastectomy. Felt like my woman-hood had been taken away. So many tears in the two before, more after surgery. Could not look at myself in the mirror for 3 days. Not handling this too well as, it's my sixth tumour/cancer. Part of my skull taken away - Brain tumour, bladder cut & lasered…
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Life after treatment.
Hi everyone, Just 3 months ago I had finished 6 rounds of FEC and D and was about to start 5 weeks of radiation. I had a weekend away with my hubby to celebrate the end of chemo. We stayed in a lovely retreat which had a 250m boardwalk to get to our cabin. Despite trying to walk as much as possible during chemo I was very…
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One Year Today
20th December, 2012. One year ago I heard those words and I was plunged into a nightmare I know you all can relate to. I remember it so very well and I think it will be burned in my memory for all of time. "You have cancer". Well guess what. I DON'T HAVE CANCER!!!! In spite of my mini melt down yesterday and my cold, I…
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New here
I have just had a bilateral mastectomy last week and post surgery results with surgeon yesterday. The surgeon said a lot but I only heard 2 tumours, 70mm lcis and 15mm ductal. I am feel anxious and would like to hear positive stories out there. C
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Nervous and feeling vulnerable.
Well ladies. I am getting quite nervous about my coming double mastectomy due 10th Sept. Today I went in for my pre-admission appointment at St Vincent's and it has hit home that the loss of my breasts is really going to happen and not some bad dream. Eight vials of blood were taken, three are going back to Peter Mac for…
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Sleep has returned.
Good evening Lovelies, Today has been a huge success. Only woke twice last night, went to loo and straight back to sleep once back in bed. Woke at 6.30am feeling rested and extremely positive whilst opening my eyes. Made a choice to remain as positive and happy as possible for the whole day. This worked. I accomplished the…
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Merry Xmas Everyone
To all the wonderful pink ladies out there, may you all enjoy yourselves today. Hope you are surrounded by family and friends. For those who are unable to be close to loved ones, big, big, hugs to you. Let's all bring on a much happier, healthier 2014. Love to all, Hazel xx
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Recalled one physio stretch and slept.
Hooray!!! Did the yoga Nidra and slept for 1.5 hours restfully. Am delighted I remembered to stretch in the doorway. The most simple stretch that's eluded me for three days now. Dinner is calling me along with Laverne and Shirley. My attitude's improved to that of a three year old not a tantrum riddled two yr old. I am…
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Mini Meltdown
I just wanted to tell you all a little story. I was out doing some much needed Christmas shopping today. Yes it's 40 degrees here in Melbourne today and I decide to shop. What an idiot!!!!! But I have been unwell and unmotivated to shop this last week because of this damn annoying cold. I think it's okay and then it seems…