had my auxillary node clearance wednesday

Hi Anita, I also had long hair past my shoulders, and have lost the lot with chemo. I prepared by getting a wig and hats ready. My first wig was shoulder length. I took it to my hairdresser and had my hair cut into that style. My hair fell out about 2 weeks after my first chemo, so I had the remnants clipper end and wear my wig when I'm out. Hats at home as they're more comfy. Recently I purchased a shorter wig, and people just think that I've had a trim. I reckon if you're prepared, it won't be as bad, and there are some lovely felt hats around that are fashoinable. I also got onto YouTube and found a segment on how to apply makeup, so you feel brighter. Keep the lippy on, and it'll keep you bright. Sending you a big cuddle, Trace xxxx

Hi Tracey,

I am also glad they have kept mein hospital it's been nice to rest as I know I have a long journey ahead I'm getting my hair cut into a pixie cut because that will make it will probably help when my hair falls out with chemo as from what I've been told by my breast nurse it can be more  of a shock than being diagnosed and most of  my life I've had long hair it's part of who I am, my husband has been amazing but he's scared too, my bc is hormone receptor + so we have discussed having my ovaries removed but my surgeon said to wait and speak to the oncologist but he said he can do the surgery anyway I should be able to go home tomorrow or monday depending on my drain well I might try and getsome rest sending you a cuddle back.

Anitaxxx

Hi Rowdy,

I am so glad everything went so well I'm blessed to have such a fantastic surgeon, my Breast Care Nurses have been amazing and great support also yes as a mum you want to be there when they're sick but she understands I have to get better too. I should know my results in about 1 week he's going to call me for an appt when he gets them and then the next  step with curing my bc have to think positive and hope theirare no more nasties in their, talk to you soon sending cyber hugs and positive vibes.

Anitaxxx

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Hi Anita, glad your auxiliary clearance went well. I'm glad that they are keeping you in hospital, as you'll need the rest. Once you get your results and you know what you are up against, it will be easier for you to move forward. Sounds like your husband is great support. Take good care of you, sending you a cuddle, Tracey B ????

Hi Anita good to hear you are doing well, another step forward. It is always hard as a mum not to be there for our kids every waking moments but we are only human. Rest while you can in hospital hope the food isn't to bad. hugs backx