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29-09-2018
09:24
Thank you so much Unicorngirlmummy, I am greatly comforted and reassured by the comments from you and Strawberry. I think without the added complication of my arthritis, I would be alot happier, my other half has just picked up a TENS machine hoping that will help get me comfortable .... I can do this 💪 💪 💪 Thanks again lovely ladies 😘 Di
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28-09-2018
10:00
Hi Strawberry, Thanks so much for your reply 😘 . I have felt a bit low today, and questioning my recovery, silly me. I was discharged at Day 6 post op, and given no indication as to how long to expect to be stooped. At least I am more mobile than I was, grateful for the little progress each day too, just need to be patient and also build up my strength. And like you I have done everything suggested re arm/shoulder exercises. I am at Plastics dressing clinic on Monday, I will ask advice before speaking to Physio about my arthritis.I have been pain free since Feb 2017 following injections into joint, so disappointed with the flare up. Will get there though 💪 💪 Di xx
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28-09-2018
01:16
Hi Ladies, I am Day 15 post op, left mx/immediate DIEP. I am struggling to stand upright. Any advice would really help. I do well in the morning, then as the day goes on it becomes harder to achieve. I have sacroilliac arthritis in my back, which has flared up since my surgery and is not helping the situation. Kind regards, Di.
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11-09-2018
11:56
Good evening Lovely Ladies, Surgery Thursday, but admission tomorrow at 4pm. To say I am nervous is an understatement, but a g&t has hit the spot, hoping for a decent sleep, but hey if I don't, then Thursday under anaesthetic for most of the day will be welcome. I am a newbie at all this, except for the core biopsy and the SLNB. I am comforted by the wealth of knowledge and information I am reading on here. I know for sure I will be popping on here for advice and reassurance. My Team at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire are lovely, have made me feel comfortable so far, are any of you Lovely Ladies from this area? Xela thanks for your reply, and I wish you well for your surgery on Thursday too, make sure you enjoy your family meal. I look forward to hearing your progress. Di xx
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11-09-2018
01:28
Thank you MrsLET, my OH is taking me for a special lunch tomorrow before my admission at 4pm. I doubt I will sleep at all tomorrow night 😯 . A whole load more unknowns about to come my way I guess, so glad I have the group to tap into. Having read so many of the threads, I realise you are never on your own ... thankful for that. Di XX
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10-09-2018
09:55
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Hi - joining this thread as my surgery is this Thursday. I will undergo smx and immediate DIEP recon. 10 wks since recall appt and 9 wks since DCIS diagnosis, been kept busy with appts but now a tad anxious. At least the SLNB results came back clear, so for now not expecting other treatment ... fingers crossed. Hospital bag packed and double checked, hopefully have everything required for the 7-10 day stay.
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24-08-2018
09:06
This afternoon I was given the results of the Sentinel Node Biopsy. 2 Nodes had been removed and thankfully no cancer found. Relieved is an understatement. So now, I can relax over the next few weeks prior to surgery. Admission 12th September, with smx/DIEP reconstruction the day after. I know the recovery will be tough but take each day as it comes and do as I am told is exactly what I shall do .
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09-08-2018
09:38
Hi Lisa, I have been busy too. I have had a CT Angiogram to my abdomen, last week I met with the Plastic Surgeon and yesterday I had a Sentinel Node biopsy, 🤞 for the results. Plastic Surgeon suggesting mid September for surgery. Having met most of the team now Nurses, Surgeons Aneathetists etc I feel overwhelmed by the care and support I am receiving. They have put my mind at rest about so many things. And the lovely ladies on this forum offer invaluable information too, so glad I joined. I am hoping I can get away for a few days to relax a bit before the op. Enjoy your holiday and keep in touch . Di xx
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31-07-2018
08:49
Hi Lisa, Thanks for your reply, I wish you all the best for your surgery and recovery 💐 . Di xx
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31-07-2018
08:35
Hi Jane, Thank you so much for your kind words of support and encouragement, I do not feel so alone anymore. You are right, alot of info out there that can be confusing or misleading, but there is so much on here, and my Breast Care Nurse is so helpful too. Last week I attended a pre-op assessment, I also had a CT Angiogram of my abdomen, to check blood vessels etc, as my tummy will be used for the reconstruction, ie DIEP flap This Thursday I will meet the Plastic Surgeon and next Wednesday I am booked in for Sentinel Node Biopsy , and fingers crossed for a good result. I am being kept busy for sure. It is still only 6 weeks since my routine mammogram, and 4 weeks since my diagnosis, although as so much has happened in that time, it seems like a lifetime. I am as prepared as I can be for what is to come, hopeful it will not be too long now. Good luck for your surgery Jane, will be thinking of you 💐 Di xx
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31-07-2018
08:33
Hi Jane, Thank you so much for your kind words of support and encouragement, I do not feel so alone anymore. You are right, alot of info out there that can be confusing or misleading, but there is so much on here, and my Breast Care Nurse is so helpful too. Last week I attended a pre-op assessment, I also had a CT Angiogram of my abdomen, to check blood vessels etc, as my tummy will be used for the reconstruction, ie DIEP flap This Thursday I will meet the Plastic Surgeon and next Wednesday I am booked in for Sentinel Node Biopsy , and fingers crossed for a good result. I am being kept busy for sure. It is still only 6 weeks since my routine mammogram, and 4 weeks since my diagnosis, although as so much has happened in that time, it seems like a lifetime. I am as prepared as I can be for what is to come, hopeful it will not be too long now. Good luck for your surgery Jo, will be thinking of you 💐 Di xx
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31-07-2018
07:57
Hi Susiex, Thank you, I am very encouraged by your reply. I am so pleased I found the Forum, makes such a difference speaking to lovely ladies who have been in the same situation. Di x
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23-07-2018
10:54
Hi Ezzie, Thank you for offering your experience and words of support. I have just attended my pre - op assesment. Now waiting for date for sentinel node biopsy, suggestions are that it will be very soon. I am paying heed to your words re the tummy flap, this is the option I am considering. Good to hear that you are pleased with your results. Thankyou again ☺ xx Di
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23-07-2018
10:39
Hi Jo, Thanks so much for the welcome. Having read some the threads on the forum, I am inspired and full of admiration for the lovely ladies on here. I already feel the support out there. Thank you for your kind words xx Di
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22-07-2018
11:03
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June 20th I had a routine mammogram. I was recalled 3rd July, and underwent a further mammogram/ultrasound and a biopsy, as a change had been found - calcifications/ chalky deposits. This could have been age related or could be signs of a pre-cancer. 10th July I was given results of biopsy, I was told I had DCIS, a non invasive early form of breast cancer, if left untreated, could change, become invasive and could affect other parts of the body. Because of the size of area affected (45mm), I was informed by the breast Surgeon that my only option was a mastectomy. This would ensure the cancer did not become invasive. All in all a good prognosis once I got over the shock. I have been offered immediate reconstruction, if I want it, a lot to digest in such a short time, but a lot to consider too. So now, faced with lots of appts with Surgeons etc prior to the operation, which could be 2-6 weeks depending on if/which reconstruction option chosen. 10th July, I felt my world had fallen apart, but now I am more calm, and positive. Ready to deal with what comes next, although 1 day I am up and the next day I am down, very much an emotional rollercoaster. I have a Pre-op assessment tomorrow but also waiting for a date for my lymph nodes to be checked, and a consultation with a Plastic Surgeon. I am so very grateful to have attended regular mammograms, and for this to have been picked up at such an early stage. There has been a lot to get my head around in such a short time, and now the waiting is agonising.
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