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Owl lady · ‎02-05-2019

Thank you Paulus for your reply. I am also 64 and agree with you that we should all have bone scans, but as always it comes down to money. I hope your results are fine and you can soon return to walking. I will definately make an appt with the doctor next week, as knowing what the problem is and dealing with it is better than worrying. Take care.

Owl lady · ‎01-05-2019

I'm not sure how to say this, but I'm sorry in advance if its long and I ramble on. I finished treatment two years ago for B.C. after a mastectomy and chemo. Last May I started getting back and right hip pain I was given a CT scan which showed minor degenerative changes.Since then the pain has been minor until a week ago now the pain in my right hip seems to have got worse . It comes and goes, sometimes it hurts when I'm resting and sometimes when I'm walking. Before I had B.C I would have just dismissed it as arthritis, now I have convinced myself its bone cancer. I know I am worrying probably unnecessary, but now I'm starting to get depressed, which is made worse by the fact I have no one to talk too. My husband is useless when it comes to feelings and emotions and is not any help, but that's another story. I really don't think I need to see a doctor (getting an appt is nearly impossible anyway, usually end up having to see a nurse practictioner). In March of this year I had a Ultra sound on my right groin because of a swelling, this also came back clear.How do we stop this anxiety every time we get an ache or pain. Thank you all for listening. I will follow the rule and give it another week or two and see if things improve .

Owl lady · ‎17-12-2018

Hi Snowy I had no CT/MRI or PET scans after diagnosis. The cancer was found by routine mammogram I then had an ultrasound for the biopsy . Even after finishing treatment they will only do scans if you go back with any symptoms .The stage is usually worked out from the biopsy or after surgery.I didn't ask for scans to see if the cancer had spread, maybe if you ask they will .

Owl lady · ‎15-12-2018

Hi Snowy I was diagnosed with TN cancer two years ago by a routine mammogram. I was 61yrs old. It is frightening but once you have a plan and treatment starts it is a lot easier. Make sure your mum drinks lots of water during treatment and on good days takes a walk even if its to the end of the road. I would find the 2nd 3rd and 4th day after chemo the most tiring and would rest, after that each day would get better. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. Your mum will be fine , the treatment is do -able.

Owl lady · ‎10-12-2018

I go for my 2nd mammogram tomorrow, the 2nd one since I was diagnosed Dec 2016. I only have a mammogram on my left side as I had a mastectomy on the right, the only check on this side is me checking myself which I find difficult with an implant and scars.I find it really hard waiting for the results, which if I'm lucky will arrive just before Christmas. Not a good time of year for me. If there is a problem I will have to wait until the New Year. The mammogram is my only follow up I would find it more reassuring to see the oncoligst once a year also. I tell myself worrying will not change the result. The emotional and mental part is definately harder than the treatment. I know I need to be more positive and live my life, but especially at This time of year I struggle. I hope you all have the best Christmas you can ,those in treatment and those who have finished.

Owl lady · ‎10-06-2018

Hi Munchkin. Yes I know Exactly how you feel. I had a mastectomy followed by chemo finishing last May for Triple neg 1 node grade 2. I'm trying to be positive as worrying about it returning will not stop it, but its always there niggling away putting a dampener on my day. I have read other ladies say the longer you are NED the less you think about it returning.Let's hope this is true for us soon. All the best.

Owl lady · ‎30-05-2018

Hi Chick and Floodysa Hope you are both well and your results were good. I at last got my results today my back and hip pain are all due to degeneration or in my words old age, I can cope with that ,what a relief.Now to get on living every day to the full. Best wishes.x

Owl lady · ‎23-05-2018

Hello floodysa and Chick I can relate to you both at this anxious time, I am also waiting for results from a ct scan for persistent back and hip pain.The longer you wait the more worried you become .Hope we all get some good news soon.Take care.

Owl lady · ‎17-05-2018

Hi Border_Collies I'm also tnbc diagnosed January 2017 . Had a mastectomy and chemo which finished last May. Thought I was doing good until I starting getting a back ache and hip pain , now waiting for a ct scan on Saturday. It is so nice to read a positive story. I also consulted Dr Google not a good idea.

Owl lady · ‎04-05-2018

Thanks Jane for the book recommendation, I have just ordered it, waiting for it to arrive.It's good to know its normal to have these worries like all the rest of you lovely ladies I wish sometimes I could switch my brain off.

Owl lady · ‎29-04-2018

Hi all. I have really been struggling lately worrying about every ache and pain. For the last month or so I have had a back ache, of course our minds go into overdrive and think its the cancer back, even though I have previously suffered with back pain and probably is related to work. It is really good to see that you are all the same . Hopefully time will make it better I finished my treatment a year ago this month and I worry more now than when I was first diagnosed. The chance it will return is constantly on my mind, I'm now even getting worried about booking future holidays. Doesn't matter how many times you tell yourself not to be silly and be positive it still doesn't help. Sorry I have been such a worry guts , hopefully airing my feelings on here will help.

Owl lady · ‎11-04-2017

Hi Everyone. Its a real help to know we are all going through this journey together and to read your experiences and how you cope. Had 2nd round of chemotherapy last Thursday and have had a long hard weekend and spent most of it in bed , but it's good to be feeling alot better today and able to get outside in the fresh air. As some of you have said make the most of the good days and be kind to yourself on the bad ones.Take care.

Owl lady · ‎04-04-2017

Hi Hellesbelles I have my second round of chemo Thursday, really not looking forward to it as after first round I got a chest infection and I know I'm going to be checking my temperature every few hours.I quite agree losing my breast was easier to handle than losing my hair, but I keep reminding myself it will grow back.

Owl lady · ‎04-04-2017

Hi Blueash Thanks for your reply, it was first time and managed to post in wrong section now joined March chemo thread

Owl lady · ‎02-04-2017

Hi Ladies .Week two of first TC and my hair's falling out fast .Finding my head is quite sore and wearing my wig hurts and feels like my head is in a vice, so only wearing if I go out. Also suffered from a very red face for four days and had a chest infection and hospitalised for a week. Next cycle Thursday hope I don't get any infections , and things are better . Fingers crossed. Enjoy this lovely sunshine everyone.

Owl lady · ‎29-03-2017

Hi Everyone First TC chemo march 16th unfortunately went down with chest infection on the Sunday Local A& E were brilliant and I was seen quickly and treated well. Luckily other se have been minimal except I also had a bright red face thought it was a reaction to the anti sickness tablets. Must admit once the first cycle is over you are more prepared and not so scared. Good luck to all first timers

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