Here we (I) go
Diagnosed ductal last week - lumpectomy tomorrow. feeling sad but relieved & nervous & a bit scared. Likely radio or hormone therapy after - we’ll see. reading these threads I know I’m not alone, ev...
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Shame that activity has shown in the nodes @cactusk ..... but you DO now have a work plan .....
I would suggest you Use your phone to record your appointments with both Medical and Rad Oncs .... so you can go over it again at home, if you wish. It is easy to miss bits at the time, as you ponder one thing that was said, missing the next bit! xx. Take a trusted family friend or relative with you too, for added support & an extra set of ears!
Without knowing which chemo you'll be on, it could be tricky to comment - other than saying not EVERYONE has nasty side effects, and hopefully you won't either xx. Most feel some fatigue tho. Many have worked thruout their chemo with no real issues! Not everyone loses their hair either (ask about the Cold Cap next week - and if your mix causes loss of hair?)
Drinking lots of water will help flush the chemo out of your system ... eat as well as you can & if up to it, maintain an exercise program xx
In the mean time, just get out there & enjoy your Xmas & New Year with family & friends xx
Take care
I would suggest you Use your phone to record your appointments with both Medical and Rad Oncs .... so you can go over it again at home, if you wish. It is easy to miss bits at the time, as you ponder one thing that was said, missing the next bit! xx. Take a trusted family friend or relative with you too, for added support & an extra set of ears!
Without knowing which chemo you'll be on, it could be tricky to comment - other than saying not EVERYONE has nasty side effects, and hopefully you won't either xx. Most feel some fatigue tho. Many have worked thruout their chemo with no real issues! Not everyone loses their hair either (ask about the Cold Cap next week - and if your mix causes loss of hair?)
Drinking lots of water will help flush the chemo out of your system ... eat as well as you can & if up to it, maintain an exercise program xx
In the mean time, just get out there & enjoy your Xmas & New Year with family & friends xx
Take care