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Janey235
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12 years ago

Another Speed Hump!

Well here I am after spending the night back in hospital. I went to my GP yesterday for a check up after my surgery and for my Doc to have a first look at the new boobs. She was very impressed with them as she'd never seen a double mastectomy and reconstruction. I was feeling quite well although obviously sore. The wounds are healing well. But my husband reminded me of the pain I'd been experiencing in my right calf muscle for the past two days. It was like my muscle was cramping but There wasn't any relief by stretching my muscle out like a cramp would have. It wasn't too bad though and in fact I'd forgotten it when at the Docs. When my husband mentioned it, my Doc said "okay straight to ultrasound for you". Fortunately, a new imaging clinic had opened up which was two doors down from my GP. So I got straight in there and had an ultrasound and back straight to my GP. The results showed I have a 7cm DVT blood clot in my calf and it needed immediate treatment. So after ringing my surgeon, I was told to head straight in to Emergency and was admitted last night. Fortunately I will only need a course of blood thinning injections daily for 3 months and I'll need to wear the compression stockings for two weeks, ugh! I'm going to be a pin cushion. I hate needles :( Of course it could have been worse so I'm resigned to get over my next speed hump and carrying on. Love to all my pink sisters. Janey xxx
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    mum2jj
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    12 years ago
    Thank goodness for your hubby. That was a big clot!!! So glad they found it and now another hurdle but one you will happily of over rather than not!!! Good luck and wishing you a speedy recovery. Paula:)
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    TonyaM
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    12 years ago

    It always seems to be 2 steps forward then 1 step back with bc recovery. That's a BIG blood clot-so glad you got it sorted out quickly.You would have been preoccupied with checking your boobs and not your legs.I think they'll be tiny needles,not like chemo cannulas.Gentle hug-Tonya xx

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    annie58
    Member
    12 years ago

    Hi Janey,

    Thank goodness Ian was there  and was doing the thinking. Sometimes our mind goes numb when we are in with these doctors.

    I always take John to ask the questions. When I had my ops with Dr Cooter he had me wear compression socks for 6 weeks after each op.It took a bit of getting used to but after a few days it was OK.

    Today I was in Adelaide and had my tatts done. They are covered up for 48 hours then I will have a good look at them and send you a photo.

    Now Janey, I know you love a good story. I was waiting to see the doctor and started chatting to a lady  that had come for a second opinion with my PC. She had used the same breast surgeon as I had.She was nervous and didnt know what to expect so I asked her if she would like to see mine. So we went down to the ladies rest rooms and I flashed mine out. When she saw them she was thrilled and the stress went right out of her. She then showed me her scars and I told her how good they were and she felt so much happier. Its nice being able to help other ladies in the same situation. I will always wonder now what she chose to do.

    I hope you are recuperating well and starting to feel a bit brighter. Take it easy. I really enjoy hearing from you. Annie

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    mgndam1603
    Member
    12 years ago

    Sending you big hugs and healing vibes. I am so pleased you had your husband with you, it just shows that even what we think are the small things need investigating.

    Take care lovely.

    Donna

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    mgndam1603
    Member
    12 years ago

    Sending you big hugs and healing vibes. I am so pleased you had your husband with you, it just shows that even what we think are the small things need investigating.

    Take care lovely.

    Donna

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    Michelle_R
    Member
    12 years ago

    Big hugs to Ian for mentioning the cramps in your leg - thank goodness he did, as women tend to overlook the "small" (!!) things and not fuss.  This was not a small thing!  You poor darling with 3 months of blood thinners, but it sure beats the alternative - which doesn't bear thinking about.  So glad the clot was found and action taken so fast.  You have a great team, Janey, at home and at the surgery.  Take care of each other.  Big hug. Michelle xx