Starting 5 days radiotherapy Oct

Diagnosed with breast cancer DCIS/LCIS
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Hi anyone else starting radiotherapy soon. Hoping we can exchange tips an hints . :two_hearts::two_hearts::two_hearts:

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I start mine on Thursday (2nd Oct). I’m having 15 to my right breast and 5 to my left. Also to the lymph nodes behind my sternum and right collarbone. I’m hoping it’s a breeze compared to chemo! :crossed_fingers:t3: I’ve been told to moisturise well and keep hydrated x

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@teedee thanks for your reply. Mine starting 9th just the 5 days . Ive treated myself to some moogoo udder cream recommended by lots ladies on here. Wishing you well with your treatment. :two_hearts:

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I started mine today. 9 sessions, 5 whole breast + 4 boosts
It was ok - odd but ok. It took more time to set me up. I was quite emotional but that along with being exhausted from letrozole is the new me it seems.
I also have the moogoo cream
@circleoflife @teedee wishing you both week for your treatment xx

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@Fluffydog234. It took ages at the planning one and the room was absolutely freezing . Hoping your treatment goes well. :two_hearts:

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I wasn’t cold, I was a bit worried I’d be cold as it was so cold when I had my ct planning. Mine is to the right breast so no breath hold to worry about - might be quicker?
I don’t know why but I had imagined I’d be in a room with a door closed but it was a walk round the corner, no closed door. Far less daunting than I thought it would be.

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Best wishes to both of you. And I can recommend MooGoo! X

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