Endone
Is anyone taking Endone (for pain) and what side effects are you experiencing? My Oncologist prescribed me Endone for shoulder blade pain. I didn’t take it because a friend who had hip surgery had hallucinations when she was on it. As it so happened, the pain went away when I had T11 tumour ‘radiated’. That was last July. Now I have pain in my ribs so I got a ‘script from my GP yesterday for Panadeine Forte in case it’s a just a pulled muscle. But if it isn’t and PF doesn’t work (it did when I pulled a muscle last time), I’d like to know what to expect if Oncologist suggests Endone when I see her in two weeks. Naturally if PF kicks in before then I won’t need it.
What do bone Mets feel like?
Hi Gals I was diagnosed almost a year ago with stage 3C DCIS - (Beryl for those in the know!) Beryl was pretty busy and managed to have 13 not so darling babies (lymph nodes). So a mastectomy was on the table and as I was awaiting test results for BRAC gene I decided to go for gold and do two for the price of one - I do love a bargain! Results of the test came through the day after my surgery and I was indeed positive for BRAC2 gene. So Beryl and her kids had been rendered homeless and I had the usual chemo, rads and AI’s to ensure they did not come back. All was good until about 3 weeks ago when I started to feel persistent pain in my rib (same side that Beryl and the kids popped up on). I have a CT scan on Friday but just wondered if anyone could describe the pain. I have pain that comes and goes (mostly there) and goes from a sharp pain to a dull ache. I am hoping the Beryl has not decided to return! Any advice?
Newbie with pain
Hi, Would appreciate advice on coping with pain continually getting worsening. Diagnosed in Feb this year with small mets in thoracic and lumbar verebrae and since then 1 dose of palliative radiotherapy and monthly denosumab. My concern is how quickly my oral targin and fentanyl patch have had to be increased to cover my pain. Is this normal? Do I have to let go of the fact that you are weak if you need lots of meds and accept it is what it is? Thanks , Lesley
Newbie
I have just been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in my spine, it seems to be just in one spot L1 however I'm still waiting on PET scan results. It all feels a bit weird not sure how too feel about it all. I'm on regular pain relief but the pain at the moment is a bit dodgy so any ideas on managing without using too much extra medication?
Back pain
Hi everyone. I have been doing really well recently. My lower back bone mets are stable so no need for chemo. So I've been enjoying life and walking for exercise. Felt really fit & happy. Then on Friday I went to an exercise group specifically for women with cancer. I was really enjoying the workout. Then I bent done to pick up my water bottle from the ground. OUCH!! I have spent the last 2 days in pain. My lower back is in a lot of pain although it is better this morning. What do I do? Do I contact the oncologist or is it just muscular in which case it will resolve itself? I HATE CANCER!
like a kick in the guts
It's been a few days and though yesterday Wednesday was in comparison a good day with little pain I thought today would be better but I instead it proved to be a really painful afternoon on both sides of my ribs. I even made plans for the weekend but I realiased I have to be patient. A lot more patient. It's disheartening and sometimes I cry a little because it does hurt . I'd rather lose a leg than have to go thru this. Anyway I look forward to recovery and I hope that it comes real soon. Thanks for reading thanks for sharing. Distressed Donna
Trying to stay brave
well well how things sure change in 12 months, i had a MRI July 2012 because i was dizzy, walking into things, forgetfull, and more things,, but nothing was found,, in March of this year i have noticed headaches, lazy eye and still waking into things and all the rest of it,, my Onc ordered new scans and hey presto,, 10+ metasties on my brain,, hmmm shit i think,, some tears flowed but my adult daughter was with me so i wanted to stay brave! Suck it up im thinking,, break down later when im alone! SHIT BUGGER BUMB POOP Radiation theropy, chemo tabs and back on the Dexies, OKK i can deal with this,, get her outa my head and then im right,, back into my body and thats ok with me,, not my head PLEASEEE. im not allowed to drive, im devistated,, now im really screwed,, so im back in perth for 10 shots of radio theropy and staying at Milroy Lodge, NOW im being packed up and moved off the farm im living on,, grrrr hot happy Jan,,,, but i know its for the best,, shareing with my adult daughter and living in PERTH again,, where it all started,, so there we go,,,
Biopsy done 'n dusted!
Well I survived the biopsy on 26th October! Specimens were taken from the slightly enlarged lymph nodes inbetween my lungs and apparently the procedure went well. I am left with bruising, soreness and no doubt a scar across my neck. The nurses call it the "cut throat procedure"...nice one...thanks for that! LOL! Now I am waiting patiently, again, for the results and a treatment plan. They are due on Tuesday 1st November. I was told to stop the Tamoxifen (as it's obviously not working) and I very obligingly threw it in the bin the other day...GEEZ that felt good! So now, I am on no treatment at all...and I just sit and wait. The countdown is on until Tuesday, when my life will take another turn...hopefully there will be no more bad news (other than the expected secondary cancer diagnosis) and I can get on with whooping this cancer's arse! The worst part is the waiting......... Celeste xx
