I can't connect with my diagnosis..

Hi @onemargie. That's great that you are 2 years cancer free! I never really stressed about having it return- not because I didn't think it could, but because there isn't a lot I could do to control that. My initial bc was stage IIIC, so I felt that I had dodged a bullet the first time around. Having said that, I think I was a bit complacent. I hated being on Tamoxifen and decided to take a couple of months off. The break did actually did reset some of the side effects, but now I am wishing that I had just stuck with it. I also missed an oncology check, and didn't have any blood tests for 18 months. When I finally went back, my markers were up. It does look as though the cancerous spots on my bones are about 12-18 months old, so I may have done myself a great disservice. Lots of specialists don't take tumor markers very seriously, but in my case they were certainly helpful. Maybe speak with your onc about 6 monthly blood tests if it reassures you. My friend had a very similar diagnosis to yours, and triple neg. She has been cancer free for 7 years now, and doesn't have blood tests.
The osteo is a pain for you! I really hated all the muscle soreness and weakness after chemo and the sudden menopause was just shitty! I all settled down though, and I'm sure it will for you too. I can't quite shake the brain fog! Thanks, Margie. Take good care of yourself. xxx