Scared about the side effects of treatment
Hello everyone, I'm 35 with two young girls- I was initially diagnosed with LCIS just after a routine scan- but after my mastectomy surgery 2 weeks ago, the pathology has come back that I have HER...
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Hello @Caity sending you big virtual hugs as it sounds like you’ve been on a real roller coaster.
So much wisdom shared already. They’ve pointed you to some discussion groups already and if you’re interested there’s also a group set up for Triple Positive people in the network that you may want to join https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/group/31-triple-positive-breast-cancer-tpbc
I too was diagnosed with triple positive breast cancer and my cancer type is Invasive Lobular Carcinoma. I have completed my treatment- including surgery, radiation and the intravenous chemo and immunotherapy in April this year and am now on the tablet (‘hormone therapy’) for at least 5 years. I am feeling so much stronger again.
You’re very wise to be thinking about health support. I believe you can ask your GP about a mental health care plan if you would like better priced psych services. You can inquire about local services like oncology exercise rehabilitation - it was a real help for me - and the rehabilitation and exercise.
I too was diagnosed with triple positive breast cancer and my cancer type is Invasive Lobular Carcinoma. I have completed my treatment- including surgery, radiation and the intravenous chemo and immunotherapy in April this year and am now on the tablet (‘hormone therapy’) for at least 5 years. I am feeling so much stronger again.
You’re very wise to be thinking about health support. I believe you can ask your GP about a mental health care plan if you would like better priced psych services. You can inquire about local services like oncology exercise rehabilitation - it was a real help for me - and the rehabilitation and exercise.
I found the chemo phase pretty rigorous but I think everyone responds differently, I would agree with the good suggestions made by @@FeR
To these I would add getting yourself some gastrostop, deep heat (if you get aches) and some HydraForte eyedrops as chemo can be quite dehydrating. I also found the MooGoo brand of moisturisers and shampoos very good for sensitive skin.
To these I would add getting yourself some gastrostop, deep heat (if you get aches) and some HydraForte eyedrops as chemo can be quite dehydrating. I also found the MooGoo brand of moisturisers and shampoos very good for sensitive skin.
It’s also worth asking for a “port” which is like a temporary entry point for IV drip connections. This helps protect your veins.
I am really sorry to know you’re going through this but so glad you found your way to this network, feel free to engage and ask lots of questions. Sending you virtual hugs.🌸🌺🌷