Sarah31
12 years agoMember
First blog
I was diagnosed with bc at the end of Feb being called back from a routine mammogram. It was grain of sand size they said and with my Mums history thought it best to do a core biopsy - horrible. I lef...
My cancer was a lump about the size of a pea that had already spread to 7 of my lymph nodes. I was hit hard with chemo (4 AC and 12 taxol) and radiotherapy. I finished my chemo in February and am now having difficulty remembering the side effects which were not pleasant at the time. I too found the the dexmethasone made me hyperactive.
I attended a looking good feeling better workshop after my first chemo just as my hair was falling out and found it fantastic and lots of fun. Not so much for the makeup tips but the opportunity to speak to women in a similar situation. I did get some good tips on headwear. I bought a wig and I have worn it 3 times. Like Robyn I wore scarves and hats.
I have found that these forums have been a great source of information and support through my journey.
Cheers
Linda