Morning Ladies,
Sorry I’ve not been on here for a while, just had no internet in the bedroom and also needed a break from bathing in cancer chat!
My surgery was 24th May for 2.5 lump (with clear 3mm surround) and 2 affected nodes (nearest breast) - 8 taken so 6 were clear. Having physio for cording but good recovery really. Still hard lump in boob needs massaging now.
My 1st chemo was 24th June so 4 weeks after surgery. I’m having 3x FEC.
Joss, FEC is 3 chemicals and the treatment lasts 3 weeks. It’s a strong chemo. The 1st 2 sessions I more or less sailed through, but this 3rd has been tougher as have mouth ulcers and was fighting a urine infection. I’ve been out and about as much as possible but fatigue does cramp my style.
Joss - I have not been sick, nor have I opened the extra nausea tablets they gave me… ?
There is a nasty taste that comes but eases after a while…
The injections are for 7 days just after your dose and they are white blood cells to build your immunity. My husband does it and they are ok - it’s doable!
I wasn’t told about those til I turned up for my 1st chemo and the nurse said “There’s a nice surprise for you in the fridge!” - I thought it was something to eat like a treat!!!
My hair fell out around day 17 of 1st round. I was ready for it and fortunately my wig arrived same time. Lady fitted and trimmed a few times since to get best look. It’s pretty good!
But I do feel the bald look is a sign of a WARRIOR - and we have battle scars to prove it!!
Im so sorry for how overwhelmingly gripped you’ve been with shock and fear. My heart goes out to you… It’s SO good your underarm was clear Joss, that is such good news. I have surprised myself with not crying, but also not being fearful. It’s a case of - “Ok then, let’s do battle - and I will WIN!! I didn’t invite you IN - so you are being kicked OUT - for good!”
Its a a whole new world isn’t it - and a whole new language. People also think they know about breast cancer, because they ‘know’ someone, but really they can’t know because we are all different.
Much love Ladies - hope you have a good weekend and feel encouraged and empowered. X