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Feeling "cleansed"
Hi all, Went for my genetics testing results in Brisbane on Wednesday. I am so pleased to report that I have a negative result on BRAC1 and BRAC2. Of course this doesn't let me know why I got BC but it sure gives me, my girls, my granddaughter and my sisters some peace of mind. This result has really changed how I am feeling at the moment. I do feel "cleansed" of this curse. In my mind I can say "I think my stressful lifestyle, including a horrible divorce, has been the major factor/s in my diagnosis". SO I am NEVER going to be in similar situations EVER again. On with the GOOD LIVING for this old "chook"!!!!! No more work "bitches" to contend with as I have made that decision as well. (Of course there are still the nice ones that I will keep in contact with - and they do outnumber the others) I have so much good living to do and there is no stopping me. For all of you with the gene mutation, please don't think I haven't forgotten you. I am just so pleased that this is one "bad" gene that I haven't passed on to my girls (unfortunately I have already passed on a couple of not so nice ones ie coelic and factor XI deficiency) XLeonie
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Are you still at work Chrissy? I know that I would be too unreliable (healthwise) to return to work. Maybe in a year's time I might feel like doing some little "cushy" job. Many years ago I found a lump in my throat and saw a specialist who immediately had me on the cutting table. He told me that I was the luckiest girl around as he was certain that it was cancer. I had most of the thyroid removed but don't need to take any medications or anything - just need to have regular blood tests. My youngest daughter has Hisimoto Thyroiditis - problems with thyroid does run in our family. So you can see why I was so eager to have the test when all these other similarities were turning up. It is such a shame that the test is so expensive, however if you go through the public system and you meet certain criteria you may be eligible to get it free. It is worth checking out Chrissy. XLeonie
I had a wonderful time with my little grandies. My little granddaughter "play acts" all the time so Nanna was the "kid" and she was the teacher. I had to forget about the aches and pains and sit down on the flower mat and listen to her tell me stories!!!!!!! She is just adorable and I love her and her brother so much. XLeonie
I sure forgot about the aches and pains last night. I was invited out to a "Flaschengeist" party. We got to sample all the "wares". The gourmet oils were lovely BUT the wines and liquers were divine. Woke up this morning a little "seedy". We all tried about 20 different tastes and the hostess said that this is equal to about 2 standard drinks. I must be a bit "rusty" cause the "session" really hit me - slept pretty good though. XLeonie
Yes that cluster "thing" is a bit worrying. We had the same situation here in Queensland (Brisbane) at the ABC network. Nothing could be proven but they ended up pulling the building down (enough said) In my job which I haven't resigned from YET there is a total of about 50 women across the region. There are 3 of us (all from different locations) who have BC. I often look around the workplace and think about the "1in8" stat and feel good that the numbers are as low as they are. I work in Oral health which is part of Queensland Health. On the other side of it though - there are so many nurses who have been diagnosed. Every time I "skip" my meditation I think about you and tell myself "Mandy is keeping her meditation up"!!!! I find it very "balancing" and yes it is good to do in a group. Enjoy your lovely Melbourne weather this weekend. XLeonie
It sure does feel like a weight has gone. The negative result has given me a future. I hope your body is mending fast enough for you. Just thought - when I am in Sydney in January we should make it a threesome for coffee - Tonya, you and myself. XLeonie
What lovely contacts I have - I feel really blessed. I wish I had a magic wand to make everyone totally well!!! In the meantime whilst I am well I will keep LIVING IT for all of you who may not be able to do all the things that your heart desires.XLeonie
What lovely contacts I have - I feel really blessed. I wish I had a magic wand to make everyone totally well!!! In the meantime whilst I am well I will keep LIVING IT for all of you who may not be able to do all the things that your heart desires.XLeonie
Hi Leonie, What wonderful news for you and your family. I cant believe it cost that much to do a test and you have to bear thecost of it with no help from anyone. No way I could afford that but would like to get it done as I have a mother and three daughters that are wondering if they are going to have the same journey I'm having.
I have recently been diagnosed with thyroid cancer and had a total thyroidectomy. I have to go to brisbane sometime in the near future to have radio active iodine injections and stay in isolation ward for a few days. They are also looking into small bowel abnormalities. I have to have another ct scan in jan ofter all the thyroid stuff is done with. Then start looking into it.So my journey continues.
Hugs and kisses to you
Love Chissy D :)
Hugs and Kisses to you
Hi Leonie, What wonderful news for you and your family. I cant believe it cost that much to do a test and you have to bear thecost of it with no help from anyone. No way I could afford that but would like to get it done as I have a mother and three daughters that are wondering if they are going to have the same journey I'm having.
I have recently been diagnosed with thyroid cancer and had a total thyroidectomy. I have to go to brisbane sometime in the near future to have radio active iodine injections and stay in isolation ward for a few days. They are also looking into small bowel abnormalities. I have to have another ct scan in jan ofter all the thyroid stuff is done with. Then start looking into it.So my journey continues.
Hugs and kisses to you
Love Chissy D :)
Hugs and Kisses to you
That is excellent news Leonie, you must feel very relieved.
I am so happy for you and your girls and their girls : )
It would be horrible to have the gene just waiting for who you love its going to strike next. My heart aches for the ladies who test positive.
I hope that you are feeling a little better and you got to enjoy your time in Brisbane.
Hugs and kisses, Danielle xx
