@kamada @Nefertari I have posted this on "Cancerversary" but I know a few on here wanted to know my results so i've copied it!
Well, after my busy day of medical appointments yesterday, i am pleased to announce my mammo came back clear so I can tick off 2 years cancer free!! Oh the feeling of walking into that mammo room brings it all back like it was yesterday & the fact that it is adjoined to the hospital where I had surgery, lots of memories. I had my mammo at 10.45, then walked 5 mins to my BC surgeons office & at 11.30 I had the results. Not bad hey! The reason it is so quick is that there is a qualified radiologist permanently on site to review, check & report on all mammograms & then they scan/email the results straight to the surgeon who is 2 doors down. My surgeon was very happy & again, I dont have to see her for another 12 months.
I had my skin cancer check in the morning..all clear & then i had my first lymphoedema screening in the arvo & that came back normal so a very good day all round. The lymphoedema screening was at Lift Cancer care Services which i learnt about following on from the BCNA conference. Very interested to learn about the disease & unlike cancer, the risk doesnt lessen as each year passes so you never know when or if it is going to strike. Luckily, I am at low risk as I didnt have chemo, nodes removed or have large breasts but due to the fact that i had rad treatment, it increases the risk very slightly. Next checkup is 6 months time to see if there is any change.
Coincidentally, while driving around between appts, , my McGrath Breast care nurse rang for a chat & catchup! We both agreed that as I am doing so well, I will now go off her books to make way for others. She can focus on those who need her the most, those who are actively going through treatment or newly diagnosed. She will still be there if i need her which is a comforting thought & she said to ring/email her anytime.
As I am from the country, my initial cancer was detected from one of the remote mobile breastscreen buses that travel around rural areas & they visit every 2 years. My nurse reminded me that she will now have a fresh batch of patients to care for as the bus has just visited my area again. Very sad thought but hopefully they will be lucky like me with their "journey" & they will have a lovely BC nurse to look after them.
To top it all off, i got my national Bowel cancer test kit in the post today!
So another year gone & ticked off successfully. I again feel very blessed to have been one of the few lucky ones who has gone through very smoothly. I keep waiting for the wheels to fall off but they havent yet!!
Thanks to all of you for your thoughts & good wishes leading up to my anniversary. It is so comforting to know that others are thinking of you.
I pray for those doing it tough, that they can find support here & with those close to them & lets hope that 2020 brings strength, love, smiles & hugs to those who need it the most. Love to you all xxxx
