Just home after visiting my oncologist. Previously I had scans and a biopsy on a lump I found in my neck. My oncologist said I dont have any good news which I wasn't really expecting. Apparently the lump was in my lymph gland and is the same type of cancer as my breast cancer. So I'm changing chemo again. This time it will be IV Caelyx once every 4 weeks . Have to keep an eye on the lump, that it doesn't get any bigger or I may have to have radiation therapy to shrink it. I will also loose my hair again, which will be the 4th time, but that doesn't worry me any more. One good thing that she agreed with, was that I can go and see my daughter and her family in Tassie before Christmas. Can't wait for the weather to warm up a bit more down there and I will be off.

Not the best news you want to hear @wendy_h67, but there are still options so that is good. You deserve a bloody holiday I reckon. You ladies are awesome and inspiring who have Mets and still stay active and positive. I hope your new chemo is tolerable and kicks this new lump in the butt.Big hugLisa xo

That's disappointing but you are a model for everyone about taking hair loss in your stride!! Enjoy your holiday, I hope the new chemo is effective, and that you can skip radiation. Very best wishes.

Crumbs! @afraser summed it up well! Best wishes for new treatment and your holiday to family in TassieSending you a virtual hug x

So sorry you have to deal with this, hopefully new treatment will help. Good news is it is starting to warm up down here in Tassie. A holiday to see your family is something to look forward too. Take care xx

Hi @wendy_h67. Sorry to hear your news. Just to let you know I have been on Caelyx for 4 months now & the side effects haven't been that bad! Also I have not lost my hair which is a bonus just a little thinning. I hope you have a great time in Tassie xx

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wendy55
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8 years ago
Hi @wendy_h67,
So very pleased to hear that you are having your holiday in Tassie, you really are amazing,

wendy55
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Doin_it
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8 years ago
@wendy_h67 you are an inspiration & my fear of radiation & separation from home for 5weeks is quickly dissipating. Take care of your amazing self xx
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Kiwi_Angel
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8 years ago
@wendy_h67 bugger!! Sending u big hugs.
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Sister
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8 years ago
So sorry to hear that, Wendy. But wonderful that it's not going to prevent you from seeing your daughter.
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kmakm
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8 years ago
Damn and blast. Hope the next lot of chemo does the job Wendy. And yes, bring on the warmer weather. Take care of yourself lovely lady. K xox
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primek
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8 years ago
Bugger bugger bugger. Hoping for a speedy response to your new chemo.
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Giovanna_BCNA
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8 years ago
Hi @wendy_h67 sorry to hear your news, hoping that all goes well starting the caelyx. Great to hear that you can still go to Tassie to visit your daughter. Take care of yourself
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angg66
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8 years ago
Hi @wendy_h67. Sorry to hear your news. Just to let you know I have been on Caelyx for 4 months now & the side effects haven't been that bad! Also I have not lost my hair which is a bonus just a little thinning. I hope you have a great time in Tassie xx
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Michele_B
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8 years ago
So sorry you have to deal with this, hopefully new treatment will help. Good news is it is starting to warm up down here in Tassie. A holiday to see your family is something to look forward too. Take care xx
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iserbrown
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8 years ago
Crumbs! @afraser summed it up well!
Best wishes for new treatment and your holiday to family in Tassie
Sending you a virtual hug x
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