Breast Cancer Now Forum

Sarah- really pleased about your x ray results so will they look further into the pain ? MRI was fine, jangly and noisy- i was surprised that they did them on a Sunday too. I have appointment with onc a week on Friday for results. ... View more

I have my mri scan on sunday so not long to wait. My son returned from Japan a few days ago which has been lovely but he flies to Italy on Tuesday for a new job- sigh. ... View more

Onc has asked for an mri. Feeling calmer although it does well up at times. How is your lymphodoema Jo ? ... View more

That doesn't sound right- didn't literally crash- just a sort of free fall into anxiety ! ... View more

Thanks Jo and Rachel. BCN rang this morning and is speaking with onc so will let me know plan tomorrow. I had been playing it down a bit in my previous calls with her, but this weekend I just crashed through the floor with it and have been finding the anxiety almost impossible to cope with. Asked my GP for valium which she wouldn't give me, suggested antidepressants or counselling. Love to all . X ... View more

Penny sorry to hear of your problems with the drugs- does GP or onc recognise this and suggest anything you can do ? I am really struggling at the moment, convinced it has spread and in a state of distress. ... View more

Zuzy that's brilliant. Such a Relief! ... View more

I hope those on half term have had a good break and Marie that your cut back of hours starts asap ! Your well being should be top priority now. Jo- have you started on the treatment for lymphodoema yet ? Was the swelling very noticeable ? I managed to get the time wrong so missed my booked massage at the cancer centre but have found someone else at a yoga clinic here who is happy to work with cancer people- so will try that. Now Penny is right- plenty of rest ! ... View more

Sarah good luck with your exam today and hope you get your x ray results soon. It really is two steps forward, one step back- but often feels the other way round. Take care. X ... View more

Marie sorry to see you're having a new concern- thinking of you. X ... View more

After such a long wait- such good news. ... View more

Jo I hope you are feeling better about your arm but so annoying to have to wait days for an appointment. Waiting and uncertainty is such a drag and i hope Rachel hears asap about scan- i always go with no news being good news. I rang my bcn about my back ache and she was quite reassuring, saying back ache can take 4-6 weeks to go and she will ring me in two weeks- if i am still in pain then consult onc for scan. I am having a massage this afternoon so hope that might help.Penny thanks for tip re voltarol- am using their pain gel along with paracetamol. This time last year most of us were emerging from treatment- haven't we all been fabulous ! Xx ... View more

Hoping things going well for you all and keeping everything crossed for you Rachel. Thinking of Jane's sister too. Currently am a bit bothered by lower back ache and hate the anxieties it inevitably brings with it. Love to everyone. ... View more

Back from my mystery trip in Devon, a comfortable beach hut (of course !) and am now wearing Jane's cooling tie. Very helpful as i am sure flushes getting even worse ! Anyway, it was fantastic meeting you all at last, so enjoyed our weekend. Take care all. Xx ... View more

Hope your week has improved Penny. I assume mid afternoon time for return ? Will buy my return ticket on the day. Really looking forward to seeing everyone. ... View more

Sorry to hear you're feeling a bit rough, Jo. I do get twinges in surgery side and in remaining breast too, which make me concerned. My BCN was clear that there is a lot of settling down going on still, although I am not sure that explains non - surgery side. Are you about to start a new term - best of luck ! X ... View more

Zuzy I am going via London I think prob 2.10 from Paddington to arrive 3.18 Oxford. We could try to meet if you are thinking of this route- exciting ! ... View more

Hope you are all well and having a good summer. It would be good to make arrangements. A couple of drivers said they could pick up from Oxford station- should we agree a meeting time/ pick up time there eg 4pm ? I want to book train asap now as fares are increasing but would not be travelling via London, changing at Reading probably. ... View more

Thanks. Yes swimming a really good idea for a dodgy knee. Have got the swimming costume that seems ok for skewy chest. Need to do it. Laziness. Must do it. Don't fancy changing rooms. Must do it. Sea is cold here. Should try it. It is annual gay pride party in the park near us today. My husband remembers this day last year I was being sick most of the day following fec dose on the Friday. Jane well done on completing herceptin and enjoy the states, is it West Coast? Hope your sister doing well following mx. Should we arrange a meeting time for 13th ? ... View more

Yes good to see you back here Rachel. And Namaste too, really hope you will be able to come in September. I will look into booking my train ticket shortly. Aly, when do we need to pay for room ? I think I should get one of June's cooling things too- do you put it in the fridge ? On hot flushes , does anyone else experience a throbbing full sensation in t the head with them ? My friend who went into menopause naturally says it is likely the blood rushing up but I don't much like the strange symptoms in my head and the stiff neck (probably tension). I am going to get involved in a Macmillan project about getting active after treatment. The only exercise I am enjoying is walking. Have tried pilates and yoga but am bit reluctant. Laziness I think ! Used to run but now have arthritic knee. Any suggestions for getting fit ? hope you are all enjoying the lovely weather.x ... View more