What now??
Mastectomy in September, Chemo finshed 30th December. Physically I am fine, but mentally after my appointment a fortnight ago (with oncologist) I'm a bit flat. She is very happy with all my test res...
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Hi Kwarb - I am So sorry you are feeling a bit flat - this diagnosis really does muck with your head probably even more than your body.
Yeah, it sucks that you may need to take another med to combat the side effects of your treatment ... but if it takes the edge off your side effects, that may just make it a bit more easy to manage xx. Bummer about the kidney stones tho! They reckon it is more painful than childbirth!
Consider ringing the Helpline on Monday 1800n 500 258 ... sometimes it just helps to talk to someone about it.
In the meantime, being the weekend - Check out Charlotte Tottman's podcasts on her own cancer story - she is a specialist cancer psychologist who was diagnosed herself with BC and had a double mastectomy, choosing to remain flat. She 'thought' she knew what most of the 'procedure' would be - so was surprised when she had similar reactions to her own clients ... and she talks you thru it, what to expect. She has done 2 'seasons' with lots of topics covered. She is very easy to listen to & you can choose which ones to listen to: What You Don't Know Until You Do ....
http://www.drcharlottetottman.com.au/my-podcast.html
Take care & all the best xx