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katinthemiddle
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13-10-2015
10:24
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Hi.. Gillg78. I too have just been diagnosed with liver and lung Mets. It's all new and I'm terrified. Got to have biopsy Thursday to check the breast cancer hasn't changed characteristics from when I had it six years ago. Then the oncologist said she will decide what treatment I start. It's an awful time be cause you sleep and get a little respite but when you wake up its like a black hole envelope you. Can I ask has anyone with my diagnosis had pain in the liver area travelling to the shoulder. It's kept me awake all night. I am so pleased I have come across this forum. Look forward to hearing from you.
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11-07-2011
08:31
Thanks Naz. I asked about the brands but she said it was down to the chemist 😞
I've been wondering about alternative therapies, just not sure what to go for. I'm thinking of trying meditation cos I've heard really good reports about it.
Hope your doing okay!
Thanks again
Krissi xx
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11-07-2011
08:00
Hi all
Just thought I'd let you know how I got on at the docs. She was really lovely and when I explained how I was feeling she was very supportive and said it was very "normal" and understandable when we go through a serious illness. She recommended putting me on ad's - citalopram. I've read up the side effects and I'm panicking a bit. Has anyone been on these?
Cheers
Krissi xx
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07-07-2011
08:36
Ah I just want to say a big thank you for your comments. It means alot and I'm sure my brand of Tamoxifen has been changed a few times. I know at the minute I'm on Wockhart but I think I need to monitor to see how it goes and ask for APS and see how it goes. I'm seeing the doctor on Monday so I'll take it from there. I'm frightened of going on anti-depressants because of the scary stories I've heard.
Thanks again and love and hugs
Krissi xx
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07-07-2011
02:02
Hi Daisy, and thanks for your reply. We could be twins 😞
I literally burst into tears today in front of my boss, considering I'm not really an emotional person and more so in front of colleagues. Its like its out of my control. I had my second mastectomy and double recon in Feb and actually felt quite positive then, but its like a big black cloud has plonked itself on my head since then. Anyway thanks again, much appreciated.
Krissi x
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07-07-2011
01:33
I hope someone can help! Its been a good few months since I've been on this forum due to things going on in my personal life, however due to feeling the way I do at the moment, I have come back to ask the people who have the knowledge and experience. I've been on tamoxifen now for a year and within the last 3 months I have noticed that I'm feeling very low and tearful, in fact bursting into tears at work (which is definitely not me), headaches, extreme tiredness - yet I can't sleep at night, a constant fogginess and forgetfulness. What concerns me most is the feeling of dread I have in my stomach and the feeling of despair. I can't remember the last time I genuinely felt happy and I've forgot what that feels like? I know I should be happy as I've been through the worst and I'm moving on but I can't seem to be able to do it. I've made an appointment to see the doctor on Monday but I thought I would run it by this forum to see if anyone has had similar experiences and what worked for them.
I look forward to any responses.
Thanks
Love Krissi xx
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24-03-2011
09:36
Thanks for your replies, every little helps and I appreciate it.
Krissy x
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23-03-2011
06:11
I really thought someone could have helped.
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23-03-2011
03:24
Bump!!!!! I hope someone can help.
Krissi
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23-03-2011
11:10
Hi
I really hope someone can help! I had a prophylactic mx a few weeks ago with immediate recon with expander. When I went to see consultant two weeks ago to have first injection of saline, she couldn't get the needle in to the middle of the port. She tried for half an hour and at the finish I was bruised and sore. She said it had moved to an awkward angle. Consequently I'm booked in tomorrow to see her and she is going to give me a local anaesthetic, make an incision and turn it the right way around.
Has anyone else had this happen and if so, what was the procedure like?
I look forward to hearing from anyone.
Thanks
Krissi x
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02-03-2011
08:56
Hi all
As I said my service was excellent and the reconstruction is brilliant. From the BCN's, to consultants, plastic surgeon etc I cannot praise them enough. There are good trusts out there and in reality they should all be working to the same standards. Very sad.
Hope things get sorted.
Krissi x
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01-03-2011
03:50
Hi Starry
Glad your finding it okay. I'm finding it works for me. I take other supplements too but I'm sure all combined together definitely helps me.
The trip out sounds great.
Take care
Krissi x
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01-03-2011
03:44
Hiya Cathie
I feel very lucky. I was referred to PS 4 months after finishing chemo in May which took me to September 2010. She was very good and worked around me with dates. Had ld flap with implant and right mx with expander fitted 1st Feb. (Approx 5 months). The whole process was very quick but thorough, including meeting with healthcare staff to discuss my feelings etc. Very happy with results and due to go for first inflation next week. I'm sorry you've had to wait the length of time you have.
Hope you get sorted.
Krissi
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28-02-2011
09:43
Danny
I'm so sorry for your loss. I got to know Jennifer recently and exchanged a few emails. She was really helpful and supportive.
Condolences to you, your family and everyone who knew her.
Take care
Love and hugs
Krissi x
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24-02-2011
06:49
Hi Deed
Just wanted to say I've sent you a private message.
Regards
Krissy
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24-02-2011
10:32
Hi there
Thanks Lisa. I'm feeling a bit scared now. Is it saline they put in? I can feel the port in the left breast but the right one seems hard to find. I know its stupid but I was wondering how they know if they've got the right spot to put it in. My appt is 3pm so will take painkillers at 2 I think.
Cheers
Krissy x
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24-02-2011
10:16
Hiya
I've been on Tamoxifen for a year in May. I did feel sickly and fuzzy headed when I first started and from memory (which isn't great) the s'es came on fairly quickly probably within a couple of weeks. However I've recently had further reconstructive surgery and was advised to come off Tamoxifen for 2 weeks prior to surgery and 2 weeks post surgery. I honestly didn't expect to feel any difference but it wasn't until I came off that I realised how foggy headed and yuk I felt on Tamoxifen. I think we sort of get used to it without realising and as Chinook says I think its when we come off them for whatever reason that we realise how crap we must have felt on them.
Good luck and take care
Krissy
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21-02-2011
05:30
Thanks Lynn, I feel better now. I think its just the unknown.
Roll on Thursday 🙂
Krissy
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21-02-2011
01:55
Hiya
Mine is the port method. The left port sticks out but I can't feel the one in the right breast. How long does it normally take?
Krissi
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21-02-2011
11:50
Can I just ask what happens when they put the saline in? I'm due to have my first lot in on Thursday and I'm quite nervous. How do they find the right place to put it in? Any information would help as I'm feeling apprehensive now.
Krissy
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