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Hi @Canisha,
As others have said, we all are here for you in a 'virtual', but very genuine way. We all share the same fears, and highs and lows. I am so sorry to hear of your news, and hope you have many, many more good years ahead. Thinking of you and keep in touch on this site.
Suzanne xx0 -
Dead set legend. K xox0
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Hi Canisha. I can certainly relate to what you are going through. I was initially diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer back in 2015, which then metastasised to my Liver in September 2017 and last month discovered it had progressed to my Brain. I too have had Brain Radiotherapy, which went quite well and start on another Chemo next week. I have a daughter who is 16 and I too worry about her and my husband, but found that getting organised and prepared for the future (without me), helped a lot. I’ve updated my Will, had an Enduring Power of Attorney prepared, made a list of important information and contacts, made a list of my favourite recipes and done a bunch of other stuff that will help make life go a little easier for my family and friends. It gave me a sense of satisfaction that I was able to get all this sorted, although some people may find this a little too confronting. It doesn’t mean you’ve given up, it just puts things into place for the future.
I’m also a big believer in getting professional counselling through a qualified Psychologist who specialises in this field. Both my husband and daughter see Psychologists and I will too.
please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or just want a chat. I will be thinking of you. Lynne 🌹8 -
Hi Canisha,
I am new here. I am from Romania also diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2017.
I am very sorry for what it is happening to you and all of us but also I think that you are strong as you already gone through this and your family too. My mind and heart are near you. If you think I might be of any help, I am here for you3 -
Thank you all for your positivity it cerainly great to know I am not alone best wishes to all Canisha0
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Hi all wondering if anyone can help me out. As most know I have liver and brain Mets had radiation and 2 weeks ago had first chemo next one due in week. Each day I am sleeping more but still manage to eat and drink and walk aound outside for a few minutes, do a jigsaw and talk with my girls. When I get tired a doze off for 20 to 40 minutes then I am ok for a while. Just wondering if anyone has had these symptoms as you are waiting for the chemo to kick in. I have informed my specialist and hoping she will get back to me today. I hate not knowing what it going on it is the hardest part of the treatment the waiting. I wish you all the best in your own journey and if you have any questions please ask Canisha0
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This is going to sound silly of me, but what symptoms are you referring to?0
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Having to sleep most of the day away and the heaviness of the enlarged stomach due to the liver cancer0
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Sleepiness is VERY normal during chemo. I didn’t have liver cancer, but chemo made me feel full whilst at the same time, the steroids made me hungry. It was very strange. Does this help at all?0
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Yes thanks heaps1
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@Canisha
This may help - from the BCNA website
The phone number for the BCNA Helpline is 1800 500 258. Our Helpline is open 9 am to 6 pm on Monday to Thursday and until 5.00 pm on a Friday
The Helpline staff includes experienced cancer nurses
Take care and look after you
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