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Gail_Austen
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13 years ago

Karla and me

Not sure what I am doing here so hullo I had my bi annual mammogram diagnosed with breast cancer in both boobs had two operations go double vision and then an infection. The good news eyes right infection on mend and now or chemo etc.Have booked to get my head shaved before I start and have headgear pretty stuff from Chics in Pink at Materin Brisbane. The 6 month plan chemo, hormone, radium.sounds awesome more sickies......after a lifetime. Of very few sickies what a surprise at 68 to enjoy so far I guess might be a bit crook on chemo but am happy to wear the reactions with my dog Karla who has Hip Displasia and also suffers from her treatment at now 15 months. The care and guidance from Mater and Chics in Pink has been so supportive. Now time to haves chat ....sometimes known as Ms Have a Chat......hullo to everybody
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  • justtrina's avatar
    justtrina
    Member
    13 years ago

    Hi Gail... welcome to the 'club'.... this is the place you want to be.... feel free to ask any questions and vent when you need to. For me it's been 5 and a half months... with about 6 more weeks to go before the worst of it is over.

    Chemo is not too bad... it can be rought but you have to do it to get well. Just take it easy and try not to do too much. Does Karla like to walk? Walking, even a little bit helped me through chemo.. my Border Collie, Charlie loves it... although I never walk far enough for him.

    I'm about to start Radium (tomorrow night).. so I'll let you know how it goes. Everyone says it's easier than Chemo so I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

    Rest and take it easy... maybe I'll see you at the Mater when I come up to have my port flushed or to see my oncologist....

    Trina

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    Mich_x
    Member
    13 years ago

    Welcome aboard Gail, not the journey we like to be on but at least you know you are not alone.

    I am here to have a chat at any time should you need it and I am sure the other pink sisters will get on board for a chat as well.  We are females after all and are know for our chatting :-)

    I wish you a smooth journey with not too many potholes. I would say you have earnt a few sickies off work so enjoy them while you can.  Best of luck and hope you stay in touch.

    Mich xoxo

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    Mich_x
    Member
    13 years ago

    Welcome aboard Gail, not the journey we like to be on but at least you know you are not alone.

    I am here to have a chat at any time should you need it and I am sure the other pink sisters will get on board for a chat as well.  We are females after all and are know for our chatting :-)

    I wish you a smooth journey with not too many potholes. I would say you have earnt a few sickies off work so enjoy them while you can.  Best of luck and hope you stay in touch.

    Mich xoxo

  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
    13 years ago

    Hello Gail - Welcome to the online network! It looks like you are finding your way around ok and I hope you are able to connect with others to 'have a chat' with.

    You might find the 'Help' section (http://www.bcna.org.au/node/476) of the website useful to get you started.

    Good luck with the next steps and your treatment and keep us updated.

    ~Daina

  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
    13 years ago

    Hello Gail - Welcome to the online network! It looks like you are finding your way around ok and I hope you are able to connect with others to 'have a chat' with.

    You might find the 'Help' section (http://www.bcna.org.au/node/476) of the website useful to get you started.

    Good luck with the next steps and your treatment and keep us updated.

    ~Daina