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Something to look forward to
Hi everyone, this is my first post, but always refer to your posts for advice etc. I was diagnosed in dec 2012, grade 3 triple neg, lumpectomy nodes and margins clear. Just had 2nd round of chemo (FEC...
I finished 6 weeks of radiation in November 2012 (and chemo prior to that) and have just endured the hottest Melbourne summer I can ever remember. I have been swimming lots of times and got a light tan on my arms and legs and suffered no ill effects at all from a little bit of sun exposure.
I was told not expose that area that had radiation to the sun so I bought a rash vest that covered up a bit more of my chest than a bikini top does. And I have been careful to use sunscreen on my chest to and the top of my breast. And as I said, no problems at all.
I'm guessing you would be fine to go to Broome as long as you protect yourself from the sun. Check with you doctor of course as everyone's situation is unique. Hope you get to have your tropical holiday. I would so love to go there myself. Good luck, Janet.