Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hi Shi ✨ . I was in overnight as I was last on the list. Yes key hole which is 4 small wounds which are healing nicely 🤞 . Having headaches but that seems to be me from anaesthetic. It was quite painful while the gas was dispersing but I’m on day 6 and doing fine. Will be off work for a couple of weeks. Blood test results showed I was post menopausal after chemo and so far symptoms are the same ( a few flushes day and night) how are you all doing ladies? lots of love 💕 x x  ... View more

Hi ladies it’s been a while. Just checking in to see how you are all doing. ( and seeing if I can log in to the new look bcc) things are plodding along here but I am back in for a scan this weekend  to prepare for ovary removal. My surgeon did ask if I would consider being part of a new trial for Brca1 ladies but my blood test showed  I am post menopausal so not suitable. If anyone else is Brca1 and planning preventative surgery, it might be worth mentioning it. keep well ladies. much love 🌳 🏠   ... View more

Hello Mishy , Shi ✨ and all the lovely ladies. I hope you are all well and enjoying the festive season. I’m doing good and enjoying family time this year. I have been less emotional than expected. The anniversary of my heart surgery brought up mixed emotions but Christmas was a huge distraction and I enjoyed every moment even getting up at 6am ( when are kids too old for that?) although I did go back to bed for a power nap before putting the turkey on. The leaking living room ceiling made Boxing Day extra special!! All fixed now though. Here is looking forward to another year. Still appreciating what I have . Lots of love to you all x x x x ... View more

Thanks Jay. Yes it’s a cold but my usual badass attitude it back 👍 😉 💪🏻 ... View more

Hi Shi lovely to see your ✨ sparkles. I’m struggling to sleep with a stuffed up nose so I’ve sneaked downstairs and come back here. It’s like the old times on the steroids. Been thinking about last year a bit lately. It pops in my mind from time to time. Mostly it’s just passing but feeling ill takes me to bad memories. I have little sympathy when family have a cold but it does suck when you’re sniffing and sneezing 🤧 . Moan over. Hope everyone is doing ok. X x x x x x. ... View more

Hello ladies I am just dropping in from May 2017 to send you all love and strength over the coming months. I am so glad you have found each other. The May starters have supported each other every step of the way and are still in contact on a fb group. It’s difficult to know what’s ahead and the road is often bumpy but we are still plodding and embracing the new normal. Including uncontrollable new wavy hair. It sounds like you have many tips and tricks already but if ever you need anything please pop along and say hi. Someone will respond. You are not alone. X x ... View more

Oh the uncontrollable hair. I now have 3 hair bands of the ‘Alice ‘ variety ( thanks to a fellow warrior with more style than me) I use these when I am unable to tame the waves. I have coloured it a couple of times a natural dark brown because the vast amount of gray depresses me. I have been keeping it cut short but after seeing Mai with a lovely bob I have been inspired to persevere and grow it. We will see how long I last. Colour due in 2 weeks the roots are starting to show. On the whole I love my crazy wavy mop. ... View more

Hello everyone long time no post. I have finally logged back on. I too used solar oil as Mai said. Fingers not bad but I am finding my toe nails were not so lucky they are finally growing out but they were not good. I did wear sandals a lot so maybe sunshine? I didn’t oil my toes so I would recommend it. Toes take longer to grow out than fingers. I have finally finished herceptin and other than heart tablets I’m not on anything else. I had a boob scan today which was all clear. Surgeon appointment in 2 weeks then nothing til onc in April. I do need to chase up my opherectomy but I just can’t get my head there yet as I am enjoying normal for a while first. Keep plodding ladies lots of love x ... View more

Hi Mishy we have all been a bit busy by the looks of things. Glad you are doing well. So you decided to have the test, how did your son react? It’s a long wait for this one. I still hadn’t heard after 7 weeks so I phoned them. They called me back with my result a few hours later. I wasn’t surprised with my Mum’s history. This is my second week back at work. I spent the whole day in yesterday. It’s going ok. Cardiologist and rehab this week. Herceptin and blood test next week. I still feel like I’m in the system. Take care x x x ... View more

Thanks Jay I’m fine I promise. I’m looking forward to half term. I got hubby a night away ( for 2) in a country house for his birthday he deserves a bit of spoiling 😁 - just hope he takes me 😂 ... View more

Hmmm just phoned surgeon’s secretary and she said clinic is busy and surgeon will be away for next 2 weeks so will have to wait for an appointment 🙁 Not sure how I feel about this. Back to waiting again ☹️ ... View more

Work is going well only doing an hour a day this week and I am loving the part time thing. I had an MRI last Tuesday ( it was to check right implant as it feels a bit squishy) and am still waiting for results. I did notice another lump ( about an inch away from original tumour about the size of a pea) while having a feel the night before scan. I phoned my surgeon secretary on Wednesday but have not heard anything back so will chase up tomorrow. Trying not to worry. If it is our old enemy back for a second try it is tiny and I will kick it’s arse again. I still get shoulder pain in right arm and when I lie on my back I can’t put my hand on the floor but I’m not sure who to tell?!?! ... View more

Also knowing I am brca 1 means I am having my ovaries removed so has directed my treatment and enabling me to take preventive measures. You may need to know just for you!!! Sorry I will shut up now x ... View more

Hi Mishy oh what a difficult situation. I understand your son is having a strong emotional reaction to this and how it may affect him in the future but I personally would get tested. That will enable you to make choices about your treatment and then give your daughter the chance to get tested if she chooses. Your son doesn’t have to get the test if he doesn’t want to . But if it saves your daughter from this horrible treatment I think it is fair for her to know if she is at increased risk. ( you can give her that choice before ) I am brca 1 and this meant my sister got tested and she is clear but at least had the chance to consider if she wanted preventative surgery. Your son does not have the right to prevent your daughter from knowing her risk if you are willing to go ahead. The risk to men although increased is still lower than for women. Sorry but that would be my two pence worth. Good luck with whatever you decide. ... View more

Love you Mishy I think we all know that feeling but keep pushing it down. . Please not again ☹️ . Glad it is nothing nasty . I know lymphodema isn’t nice but as you say could be worse x x. Hugs ... View more

Hi Mishy and Shi sorry had a busy day with MRI in the morning and GP this afternoon. Back to waiting for results. The scan was originally booked to check my implant wasn’t leaking but then last night I found another lump ( near my scars) so hopefully that will show up as nothing nasty. I will phone bcn tomorrow to let them know. Gp was to discuss returning to work and fit note. Also mentioned my palpitations which he says is due to anxiety which is very common for cancer survivors trying to get back to normal. All in all a very stressful day. I am going into work tomorrow to discuss in detail ready for Monday. The Saturday meet up was overwhelming and very lovely. Feeling very connected to you all. ( also now I have met them I don’t want to worry them with my problems. It was much easier when you were just virtual) Hope tomorrow’s appointment goes ok Mishy sending hugs x x x x ... View more

Will miss you Shi your sparkles ✨ have meant a lot to me this year 😘 😘 ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 ... View more

Hi ladies looks like lots of early birds today. I too am struggling with sleep. I really hope they check you out soon and can give you some reassurance. We must check everything. We are survivors. Today is my final cardiac rehab level 3. I can continue to level 4 but have to pay. These sessions have given me so much strength and stamina after months of just battling to survive. I still creak and ache but I’m here and grateful. Moving seems to be the best thing for me. Just wish I could sleep 💤 ... View more

For anyone travelling I just got travel insurance through ALL CLEAR. It was good cover for a reasonable price and included all of my issues. ❣ Hope I don’t have need to use them when we go away. X x ... View more

😂 😂 😂 😂 👍 👍 😂 😂 I do wear rather strong glasses 👓 but won’t take offence. Knocky woods is wonderful! 🌳 🏠 ... View more