After the 6 weeks of Radiation
Just a quick message to anyone who is around 47, and just had a tumour removal and about 15 nodes removed for BC. So far, touch wood, my experience with Radiation hasnt been too bad at all. For 5 weeks they Radiated the entire breast and under arm. I had only mild itch that caused me to use Dermaid cream for sensitive skin only on 2 occasions. Yes its red, but I recall sunburn in my youth that gave me more grief and pain. So far, the breast is same size, nipple and breast red, a bit tender. The last week of treatment they only Radiate the square around the tumour site. My scars are tidy, and there isnt any sign of lymphoedema at all. I still wear an arm compression bandage daily as a preventative. Also I havent returned to work, I have learnt to use my left arm more often, I dont do anything I shouldnt with my right eg, no carrying groceries with right arm, etc. I still rest when I need to - only do necessary house work, and do my pilates stretches, or walks, on 5 days a week. Drink lots of water, taking fish oil now also. I have been fortunate and I wonder if it was because I had nothing wrong with me prior to getting cancer, or the fact that I dont take any tablets. I eat healthy, and fairly stress free at the mo. I say all this with a kind heart so all the people starting radiation aren't too scared by the ladies who have had it tough. Fingers crossed - I just think its all based on a bit of random luck. xx Bel
