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Hazel_M
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12 years ago

Finished Radiation

Hi everyone, I finished my 30 radiation treatments on Monday night and what a relief. Came through it alright, just a bit of broken skin under the breast which is caused by friction, but that is all manageble. I was quite emotional when I got home, I think because the treatment started very shortly after chemo, I'd never had a break from the hospital. The Royal in Brisbane have been terrific all through my illness but the radiation department was the best, so lovely and no long waits like it was for chemo. In 30 days I start my hormone tablets, told my GP I was dreading that because of the side effects, but as he pointed out, I've done everything else, I should cope ok with these. I feel now that I can start to recover and work my way towards my new normal. My partner is also on the mend from his heart problems, so I feel the worst is behind us. This network has been so valuable to me, I know I posted some negative blogs because I had such a hard time on chemo, but when I look back I'm amazed that I finished it considering I have depression and anxiety and my partners health took a hit in the middle of my treatment. There were days when I thought I would never feel good again, it was then that I would read the other ladie's blogs, other who have been down the path and came through, and that would encourage me to carry on. I have my mammogram and ultrasound in July, then see the surgeon. I guess that will be a nervous time, but I am actually confident that the results will be fine. It's true we all do what we can to get through this 'journey' in our own way. The best advice is and always will be 'one day at a time'. Hope everyone is doing well and to those that aren't, it does get better. Take care, 

Hazel xx

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    Hazel_M
    Member
    12 years ago

    I forgot to mention that I wasn't prescribed Tamoxifen, the oncologist gave me Anastrozole because she is treating me as post menopausal. Of all the side effects that can happen, I'm concerned about vaginal spotting. I will ask, if it happens, how long will it go for so I don't panic about the spotting being from another cause. Not as important is the chance of hair thinning, but how cruel is that? Just as I'm starting to see some regrowth. Realistically, of course if it lessens our chance of reoccurance, that's a good thing. I appreciate your feedback and advice, take care, 

    Hazel xx

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    Chorsell
    Member
    12 years ago
    Congratulations Hazel, that's a huge milestone. I wish you all the best and hope that you continue to improve... Hugs Chris
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    rivergum
    Member
    12 years ago

    Hi Hazel

    Great to see you coming out the other side so positively! You've been here since I first joined and I'm glad to see you're OK. I'm being inspired by your achievement as I'm still finishing chemo and looking forward to radiotherapy.

    Cheers, Meg xxx

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    Robyn_W
    Member
    12 years ago
    Hazel,after everything you had to contend with along the way,you have done it!You are a great inspiration to other ladies that might be doing it a bit hard,because you had so many things against you,but you kept on going!!!! :) As Deanne said,don't worry about the Tamoxifen too much.I have been taking it for about 3 months now,and the worst thing for me are the hot flushes.I had them before BC anyway, so who knows how much can be attributed to Tamoxifen.Good luck with your mammogram and ultrasound in July.I will have my first one soon too,and like you I feel confident that all will be well.Nice to hear from you Hazel,and stay in touch:) xoxRobyn
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    Robyn_W
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    12 years ago
    Hazel,after everything you had to contend with along the way,you have done it!You are a great inspiration to other ladies that might be doing it a bit hard,because you had so many things against you,but you kept on going!!!! :) As Deanne said,don't worry about the Tamoxifen too much.I have been taking it for about 3 months now,and the worst thing for me are the hot flushes.I had them before BC anyway, so who knows how much can be attributed to Tamoxifen.Good luck with your mammogram and ultrasound in July.I will have my first one soon too,and like you I feel confident that all will be well.Nice to hear from you Hazel,and stay in touch:) xoxRobyn