Roller coaster ride!
Had my first surgery ever!
All went well and when I met my surgeon the next Monday, I was told I had the perfect little cancer, that was a perfect target. My margins were clear and it hadn't spread...
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Hi Leanne, I to have started chemo Taxol and 12 months of Herceptin 5 weeks ago, so far only sided effects are reflux and my hair getting very thin. At first when I was told I could loose my hair I was upset but now when I see so many patients at chemo and Dr surgery it doesn't seem such a big deal anymore. I finish chemo Nov 12 and start my radiation planning on the same day. My wonderful husband will be spending his birthday sitting with me while I have chemo and then go to planning for radium, we had planned a holiday to Darwin leaving last Tuesday. We spent Tuesday at Dr appointments instead. Hubby keeps telling me that there is always next year. I know what you mean about people saying how good you look and it must have happened quickly. I am still getting used to the comment as some people expect you to lying around and not getting on with life. For me I need normality in my life and I am staying positive as I have a wonderful family and close friend encouraging m . One thing I have noticed that you find out who your friends are in times like these, the reactions of some have been unbelievable not always for the good. Look Good Feel Better it is a fantastic fun day. My daughter took me to one and it was fun being with other cancer patients, being told how to look after your skin, learning how to put on makeup and trying on wigs and headwear. There was lots of laughter which they say is god for the soul.
I wish you all the best with your journey, remember this is just a little bump on the road and this site is the best place to go for encouragement.
Sending you cyber hugs Leanne