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New diagnosis and Mastectomy
Hi 3 weeks ago I went for a mammogram and bingo I have now had a mastectomy to my left breast. Stage 2 N1 locally advanced invasive lobular breast cancer. Recommendation is chemo and radiotherapy. Jus...
I had only a couple of days of stay in bed on chemo days. Usually day 5 and 6 into the cycle for some reason. The rest of the time I was able to go out on my beach walks although I sometimes needed a lay down for a bit afterwards. I drank tons of water, like 3 whole liters a day. I think it helped. Take water in the car for the trip home from chemo as your mouth and throat can get really dry fast. I had to get a special toothpaste from the chemist, a very bland one for sensitive use and that was ok too.