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Canisha
7 years agoMember
Liver and Brain mets
In Sept 2018 I was diagonse with liver mets from breast cancer I had in Sep 2015. Six months of chemo saw good results until Wednesday when a routine CT scan revealed liver cancer returning and also mets in the brain. I was devastated as I had no other symptoms. I start full brain radiation Tuesday week, for 5 days and then 2 weeks later back on chemo. I could have handled the liver coming back but the brain mets is very frightening especially with the limited survival rate. I worry so much about my 2 girls (19 and 21 as well as my husband) There is so much out on the Net and not enough that is positive when you are just getting over the shock. Please help me feel better or suggest what to read or do much appreciated and feeling very frightened
Canisha
34 Replies
- CanishaMemberHi all wondering if anyone can help me out. As most know I have liver and brain Mets had radiation and 2 weeks ago had first chemo next one due in week. Each day I am sleeping more but still manage to eat and drink and walk aound outside for a few minutes, do a jigsaw and talk with my girls. When I get tired a doze off for 20 to 40 minutes then I am ok for a while. Just wondering if anyone has had these symptoms as you are waiting for the chemo to kick in. I have informed my specialist and hoping she will get back to me today. I hate not knowing what it going on it is the hardest part of the treatment the waiting. I wish you all the best in your own journey and if you have any questions please ask Canisha
- CanishaMemberThank you all for your positivity it cerainly great to know I am not alone best wishes to all Canisha
- SisterMember@lynne48 Some might find it confronting but there's so much I wished that I had shared with my Mum - so much was day-to-day but so much lost. It doesn't matter if it's another 40 years until the things are needed - they're there and sorted.
- flori19742003MemberHi Canisha,
I am new here. I am from Romania also diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2017.
I am very sorry for what it is happening to you and all of us but also I think that you are strong as you already gone through this and your family too. My mind and heart are near you. If you think I might be of any help, I am here for you - FlaneuseMember@Canisha Nothing to say but what a shitty situation. Big hugs to you. Fran <3
- Lynne48MemberHi Canisha. I can certainly relate to what you are going through. I was initially diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer back in 2015, which then metastasised to my Liver in September 2017 and last month discovered it had progressed to my Brain. I too have had Brain Radiotherapy, which went quite well and start on another Chemo next week. I have a daughter who is 16 and I too worry about her and my husband, but found that getting organised and prepared for the future (without me), helped a lot. I’ve updated my Will, had an Enduring Power of Attorney prepared, made a list of important information and contacts, made a list of my favourite recipes and done a bunch of other stuff that will help make life go a little easier for my family and friends. It gave me a sense of satisfaction that I was able to get all this sorted, although some people may find this a little too confronting. It doesn’t mean you’ve given up, it just puts things into place for the future.
I’m also a big believer in getting professional counselling through a qualified Psychologist who specialises in this field. Both my husband and daughter see Psychologists and I will too.
please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or just want a chat. I will be thinking of you. Lynne 🌹 - kmakmMemberDead set legend. K xox
- suburbangirlMemberHi @Canisha,
As others have said, we all are here for you in a 'virtual', but very genuine way. We all share the same fears, and highs and lows. I am so sorry to hear of your news, and hope you have many, many more good years ahead. Thinking of you and keep in touch on this site.
Suzanne xx - Michele_BMemberYou have a great attitude @Canisha! As others have said, youbare a champion. Sending you hugs and strength as you continue treatment xxx
- iserbrownMemberAgree wholeheartedly you're a champion!
Take care