Jodie ! :)

Defined = drained

Defined = drained

No my port is swollen still from the procedure on Friday. My mastectomy scar was infected :-( They feel that my port should settle in a week as well because my chest is swollen with fluid slightly (250ml) was defined yesterday. My onc said its not going to impact me at all waiting a week, mentally it is though :-(

Hi Jodie,

Not sure when your surgery was, but I waited almost 2 months before I received my first chemo.  During this time there will be some setbacks.  I had it during chemo, when my blood count was too low and chemo was postponed.

As you know chemo, and infections don't like each other.  You are getting the best medical advice, and to wait the week will be really benificial to you.  Your body will be stronger.  Although that probably doesn,t help how your feeling right now.

All that being said, I am really feeling for you.  I found the easiest thing to do and keep my sanity to, was to "just go with the flow".   As Robyn has said, just try to relax, next week will come around quickly.....

Linda..   xx

 

Oh Jodie,that's disappointing,but you have to listen to the experts right?Try to relax and take care of yourself,and you will get on top of the infection.Sending you a hug.I don't know what else to say.xoxoxRobyn

No chemo today :-( they feel my scar needs another week due to the infection. Im beside myself. I was all ready. Can't function at the moment :-(

The hardest part is walking through those doors for the first time........you will feel much better now........you are a very courageous girl.........I used to say to myself...."you can do it"........and I did, as you will also.......

 

Linda.   xx

 

Just arrived. Have got emla on my port site. Ready for bloods and my first round. Took courage to walk in the door :-(

Just arrived. Have got emla on my port site. Ready for bloods and my first round. Took courage to walk in the door :-(

Thanks Linda. Xxxx I hope it all goes smoothly