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I was first diagnosed in 2005 with breast cancer at the age of 36. I had two 5 cm lumps in my left breast and would need a mastectomy and the removal of some lymph nodes. I attended chemotherphy...
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Dear Leslie,
I am so sorry to hear your story, but welcome to the site. You will find much support and wisdom here, especially from the women living with advanced disease. While all our situations are different, there is much we have in common. I was first diagnosed in 2004, and reiagnosed early this year with mets in my bones and liver. Chemo has helped and now I am "stable".
I was wondering whether your bones were totally not affected by the chemo? Often there is a change from lytic to sclerotic, which is regarded as an improvement. Also I have heard many women say that radiation can really help with the pain from bone mets - have you discussed this at all?
For ABC women, the word "normal" changes - if sleeping all day is what you need, that is normal for you. The journey is hard indeed, and my heart goes out to you.
Best wishes..... Pam