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Melg
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14 years ago

New to forum

Hi there :) Go easy, I'm a first timer. 42 year old mum of 3. Had a dream early October to have a mammogram. Diagnosed bilateral multiple cancers (6 in total)19th Oct. Bilateral mastectomy 17th November. Bilateral axillary clearance 1st December.( 2/21 and 6/21 nodes involved) Due to start Tac chemo early January. Radiation to chest wall and neck following chemo. Would love to chat to anyone sharing any stage of the journey. Look forward to hearing from you all soon Mel :)

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  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
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    14 years ago

    Hi Melg, and welcome!

    Good to see you taking the plunge and making your introduction post. As you would have seen over the past few weeks everyone is a great support through the online network.

    You seem to have found your way around but if you need some tips please just ask. 

    Welcome, again!
    Daina

  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
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    14 years ago

    Hi Melg, and welcome!

    Good to see you taking the plunge and making your introduction post. As you would have seen over the past few weeks everyone is a great support through the online network.

    You seem to have found your way around but if you need some tips please just ask. 

    Welcome, again!
    Daina

  • pisces_tas's avatar
    pisces_tas
    Member
    14 years ago

    hi melg,

     WOW, you have been through a lot ! Chemo will add to the effects, so take it easy, and deal with things step by step/ day by day. Time passes.

     Hit it hard, and cross fingers. Sounds like you are doing just that. It is a huge shock though, with loss and grief to deal with.

    Remember to listen to your body, and rest when necessary. It can take some time to adjust to everything; physically and emotionally. I hope you have some supports to help you too.

    I was 42 also when had first lumpectomy in 1998. ( 1/11 nodees )  Had chemo in 1998, followed by radiation to right side.

    In 2003,  had sentinel node biopsy, ( 0/ 1 ) then lumpectomy and radiation to left side.

    I am now 55. It has not been easy in some areas, but I have also had many blessings and met new people too. You will be ok.

    All the best, Kathy. OOXX.