LindainOz12Hi everybody. Just joined today. 2017 was my year of lumpectomy, chemo, radiation and started Tamoxifen. Mostly going OK but finally my memory problems have so got me down that today I rang the BCNA Helpline and (among other things) Rosie suggested I join. Looks like a friendly place. :-)August 28

Hows your sleep @LindainOz12. A big part of a great memory is adequate sleep and stress reduction. So yes...a counsellor may help teach techniques in relaxation and that can help sleep . This article is interesting and explains quite well why it can happen. I think we can all identify that the year of treatment is hugely stressful.https://www.tuck.com/memory-and-sleep/When I first returned to work I had a lot of difficulty remembering things. My memory previously was remarkable. Whilst it mostly has returned when tired I have difficulties recalling names of things or forgetting what I'm doing. I keep a week to a page diary (1/2 A4 Size) I write my to do lists and check and mark off several times a day. I also carry a similar size notebook where I write more detailed stuff if I need. I don't always need to refer back...the act of writing it helps it stick in my head...but rechecking it is very helpful. I use electronic diarys for important reminders and alarms also. Over time I needed it less and less.Tiredness is huge for me and stress. If I keep that in check it's pretty good now. Not quite as sharp but almost.. Best of luck and hope you find an answer. Kath x

Thanks for the welcome. After talking to my GP we decided it was very clear I had Working Memory problems and nothing to be gained from seeing a neuro-psychologist. aAm considering whether to talk to a counselor. Having my GP acknowledge it does seem important.

@LindainOz12 welcome, sorry u have to be here but we are a friendly bunch and it’s a great resource for any questions u might have xoxo

I love the way everything gets dumped onto ageing - short term memory loss is not normal at 64! I got the same thing about vaginal atrophy. Perfectly normal to 68, not functioning at all six months later which correlates precisely with the time on femara? Ah must be ageing says the specialist. My oncologist thank heavens doesn't have much truck with this - my reducing bone density is definitely femara! Keep at it to know what's causing your problem. Finally you may have to make a really difficult choice about cancer medication or brain capacity, just as I will about staving off cancer or copping fractures, but at least I can study the odds with some certainty!! Best wishes

hi LindainOz12nice to see you join sorry you have need to.... YES it is a friendly place where we share ups and downs and good and bad.... When you post of the activity board very few people see it .... So I have posted your comments here so that others can say hi to you also... Below are a couple of links to help you find your way around the forum and also how to find a breast care nurse and how to order a MY journey Kit if you haven't got one yet. It can be a whirlwind when we first get a diagnosed.... Breathe and take it one step at a time. Navigating the online community formerly the what and how thread. http://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/14879/navigating-the-online-community-formerly-the-what-and-how-thread Breast Care Nurses https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/OurMission/OurNurses/FindANurse.aspx My Journey Kits and other resources. https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/ BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258 If you have any questions, concerns or require any further information or support please call 1800 500 258. BCNA’s helpline will now be open from 9am-6pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 5pm Fridays. Soldiercrab

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Kiwi_Angel
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@LindainOz12 welcome, sorry u have to be here but we are a friendly bunch and it’s a great resource for any questions u might have xoxo
SoldierCrab
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8 years ago
hi LindainOz12
nice to see you join sorry you have need to.... YES it is a friendly place where we share ups and downs and good and bad....
When you post of the activity board very few people see it .... So I have posted your comments here so that others can say hi to you also...

Below are a couple of links to help you find your way around the forum and also how to find a breast care nurse and how to order a MY journey Kit if you haven't got one yet.

It can be a whirlwind when we first get a diagnosed.... Breathe and take it one step at a time.

Navigating the online community formerly the what and how thread.

http://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/14879/navigating-the-online-community-formerly-the-what-and-how-thread

Breast Care Nurses

https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/OurMission/OurNurses/FindANurse.aspx

My Journey Kits and other resources.

https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/

BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258

If you have any questions, concerns or require any further information or support please call 1800 500 258. BCNA’s helpline will now be open from 9am-6pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 5pm Fridays.

Soldiercrab

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