Scared !!!

I was diagnosed in September last year and my initial reaction was how to explain to my husband and two adult sons that I had breast cancer but that it was all going to be ok due to early detection.  The fact that I had worked a stint in the Breastscreen Perth office a number of years ago meant that I was comfortable with the knowledge I had gained on the subject and also with the expertise of the medical fraternity who would be involved in my "journey".  I decided to completely avoid the temptation of surfing the net on the subject and to be honest I haven't even bothered to read much of the material supplied to me thus far.  In other words, I am just going with the flow!

To this point in time I have had two breast conserving surgeries with the second involving sentinel node biopsy during the procedure which showed no spread.  My specialist decided I should start on a course of Tamoxifen to put balance into my hormone situation and this I commenced two months ago.  Apart from the odd hot flush side effect I have had absolutely no problems with taking it.  In fact I believe that it has worked so well that I am no longer experiencing migraines which I now believe were related to menopausal hormone issues.  I have now commenced a 6 week course of radiation therapy and apart from the inconvenience of travelling back and forward to the treatments I am feeling great.  I go to the Perth Radiation Oncology facility in Wembley for my treatment and because it is for private patients I find that my appointments are on time and I am in and out within half an hour.  The staff there are wonderful.

I've experienced many emotions in my journey so far including fear, severe anxiety and even anger but what helps me is to keep busy and make sure to catch up with friends for a coffee and chat and spoil yourself every once in awhile.

Sending lots of good vibes your way!

Vicki