Breast Cancer Now Forum

This is comforting to hear as I stopped at number 5 yesterday- I worry I made the right decision but my white blood cells were not bouncing back and always remained before 1.5 with 2 weeks delays in between. Ive decided I’d rather risk not having 6 in favour of getting surgery quicker! It feels like the right decision but always have what ifs! It’s good that your Dr decided it so it’s not on your shoulders lol. My tumour has gone from 6cm to 1.5 so pretty happy with that. What a rollercoaster this journey is! Thankyou haven’t written anything on here before. Leanne xxx ... View more

Breast Cancer Care nurse recommended M&S Post Op bras, and I found the non wired 'padded type' that she suggested very comfortable after WLE and node clearance in May, and am still wearing them now - only bought 2, a black one and a beige one for respective tops I might be wearing, and with this weather, easy to rinse and dry quickly.  I feel I am getting value for money out of them  -  although I would say that it took a lot of trying on to find the right size, so no other shopping and some time to spend in M&S changing room!! - didn't ask for assistance, just went with what was turning out to be the most comfy, which has been a 34D, lol, a size I have never worn in my life before, but these bras continue to give comfy support through current R/T.  All the best. ... View more

Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply, definitely given me some food for thought. I wish there were more follow up info courses on life after bc! I've been training and just run my first ever 5K! Hope to continue running and get that weight down now!!! Hope you are all doing well x ... View more

Thanks for advice on holidays....nearly convinced husband x ... View more

Hi Butterfly. Well done for ditching the hat. I've been going out without my wig for a couple of weeks but still wear it to work. I'm finding the wig really uncomfortable now. I'm booked for a trim and colour on 28 so will be ditching it for good after that. I can't wait. Glad your tummy troubles are sorted. Hope you are enjoying the sunshine. Love to you all Ali xx ... View more