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snow
10 years agoMember
treatment
Hi Everyone, i start radiotherapy on 24 Feb. I feel good about it as i have a very good team for support and positive family and friends behind me. Im just glad that the lead up to this is over and n...
Rosetta
10 years agoMember
Cheryl, Christine & Marlee, I've had 14 of 25 radio so far. I'm also lucky not to need chemo. I can only speak from my own experience. I'm still trying to work 4 shifts per week & racing to & from appointments - tiring. I started radio about 8 weeks post op - I had a therapeutic mammoplasty so I'm still recovering ?? As of treatment 5, I could start to feel a little like a sunburn sensation but not too bad. As of treatment 12, I've felt really tired as expected. As of treatment 14, I have some almost spotted reddening & an area along the crease of solid reddening & burning sensation, also swollen & tender breast. They told me no heat or cold packs. I also have Mepitel dressing applied to help prevent friction against bra/clothing & that makes me feel warmer. Overall it's uncomfortable but do-able ?? I have my last treatment on Feb 22nd. We can do this ?? I wish you all the best.?? Feel free to keep in touch. ??