Hello dear,
I had my mastectomy 2 weeks ago for something very similar, multifocal multicentric (which I think in layman's terms means a boob full of it). I'm still coming to terms with the scar, it was after 2 other surgeries in quick succession to try to conserve the breast. A horrible month of May. In the sentinel node biopsy, I had micromets and I'll need chemo. Oncology appointment is next Tues, so the cancer seems so real now.
How's your pain? I found the drain site was the source of more discomfort, and a relief when it came out. Has your 'my care kit' arrived? I felt kind of special when it did. I'm finding the dvd to be excellent and I've incorporated a daily walk as well. It's the same route as my weekend runs, but for now it's a walk, becoming more brisk as the days go on. Rain hail or shine, I'm walking. So right now I'm reveling in the fact that I'm getting stronger everyday, but not looking forward to the next stage of treatment, chemo. Not sure what normal is. I don't want to look like I've had cancer..
Take it easy, slowly slowly
Karen xx
