New to blogging, new to breast cancer
Hi,
I'm Leanne 44 yrs and was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 1. Had my lumpectomy on March 7. Within the next 5 weeks I will commence Chemo & Herceptin treatment. To say it's been a whirlwin...
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Hi Leanne,
I understand your apprehension. It sure is a roller coaster ride especially at the beginning. I was diagnosed 30 Nov 12, had an 8 cm tumour, 15 out of 21 nodes positive, HER +. I had a lumpectomy, followed by a mastectomy. I was 40. I will have my 4th chemo next monday. I can't say that I am looking forward to it, but all in all I have been very lucky and haven't had too many side effects. I even joked that they were just running water through my veins!
I now get nausea on day 3 to 6 but it is kept under control by eating small meals often, taking Nexium for indigestion, and taking all the anti nausea pills they will give you.
I agree, getting a porta cath put in is the best thing as they can take your bloods from it and it will save your veins.
I know it sounds crazy but try to enjoy and get the most out of every experience, even losing your hair. You will meet some amazing people and be surprised and proud of yourself at the end of this journey.
Good luck with it all.
Love
V