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iserbrown
Member
5 months ago

Done!

Yay!  It's been 9+ years since diagnosis,  surgery, treatments and my Oncologist has set me free!  No more Aromatose Inhibitors,  Tamoxifen.  I have been on Tamoxifen, Letrozole, Aromasin and back to Tamoxifen. 
I endured the time with no breaks.  Occasional side effects but the last couple of years side effects dominated.  Legs swollen from the knees down and painful at night.  Wearing compression socks!
Had all other tests including Ultrasound on the heart as process of elimination.   I am a carer for a younger sister with Dementia so I would say stress and Tamoxifen played a part.
Now it's weird not to take something as I was so disciplined.
Hug those near and dear as you just don't know
Take care
Those starting out hopefully you'll soon be where I am at, ecstatic and pleased that I persevered.....
hormone-therapy
  • MeredithR's avatar
    MeredithR
    Member
    5 months ago
    Well done you!  Congratulations on having 'graduated'.  Enjoy the freedom and make the most of everything.  
  • unicorn3's avatar
    unicorn3
    Member
    5 months ago
    Amazing, congratulation's so looking forward to making one of these posts of my own one day 😊
  • jennyss's avatar
    jennyss
    Member
    5 months ago
    Dear @iserbrown,
    Good on you! and

    Best wishes from jennyss in Western NSW
  • Tri's avatar
    Tri
    Member
    5 months ago
    Wonderful news!  It’s exciting to read about @iserbrown
    I echo others’ thanks for your supportive contributions. 
    Caring for a family member with dementia can make such a difference to how they experience their situation and is a really wonderful way of living a purposeful life. Look after yourself too 🌸🌻
  • arpie's avatar
    arpie
    Member
    5 months ago
    Well done @iserbrown for sticking it out without a break - I couldn't (and didn't) do that! xx  

    Caring for a family member with dementia is difficult and whilst it can be rewarding, it is also very trying on your own health, both mental and physical xx I feel your pain xx. Stress would definitely be contributing.  I hope that now you've finished, that those aches & pains diminish quickly xx

    I agree with @Locksley - thank you for being so supportive to our members, 'specially the newbies xx

    take care xx


  • MelV83's avatar
    MelV83
    Member
    5 months ago
    Congratulations! It’s such a long time and there is a lot to adjust to, so I hope the next phase of your life is filled with wellness and happiness!
  • GorgyS's avatar
    GorgyS
    Member
    5 months ago
    Congratulations @iserbrown. These are the stories we all want to hear. Enjoy and best wishes  <3  
  • cranky_granny's avatar
    cranky_granny
    Member
    5 months ago
    Fantastic @iserbrown. That feeling of being set free must be wonderful. Well done for hanging in there great example of perseverance and determination right there considering what other life pressures you have. Enjoy and celebrate 
  • Locksley's avatar
    Locksley
    Member
    5 months ago
    Congratulations that is awesome news.   Thank you for always being so supportive of newbies with advice and care.    Jump up and down for joy.