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FridaK
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26-09-2014
11:49
So far so good. I have been using the double base cream regularly. I feel a bit tired today but I think that's down to the retail therapy I did after my session. I may need to leave my purse at home today, too much temptation on Oxford Street. I also picked up cod liver oil capsules and some glucosamine in preparation for my tamoxifen starting. I have been wearing genie bras but I am looking forward to wearing something with a bit of lift.
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24-09-2014
12:09
Today's the day. I have my first treatment this afternoon - the next part of the journey.
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21-09-2014
03:36
Thanks, Island Girl. Radiotherapy was put back 2 days so I start on Wednesday - my birthday. My mum has been visiting and helped get everything in the house sorted. I know I need to talk about how I'm feeling but I find hard to discuss this with my loved ones. I think l will take advantage of the counselling at the oncologist centre.
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21-09-2014
03:28
I live in London and I got my diagnosis on 15th August. I was given a date 2 weeks later for an MRI. I decided to use my private health insurance. I saw a consultant on 18th August and had my MRI done the next day. I got copy of my biopsy results and a disc of my mammograms from breast clinic to give to my private consultant. I had WLE and SNB on 28th August. I start my radiotherapy on 24th September. For me the waiting was unbearable and using the private health insurance helped me feel more control of events. I had a feeling my biopsy would indicate cancer so I had already researched a consultant I could see privately. I live in London, not sure if location makes a difference.
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11-09-2014
05:02
I have my planning session tomorrow and start my treatment on 22nd September. I will be having 15 sessions. I met my oncologist today and she was very reassuring.
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04-09-2014
01:42
Just a quick update. Saw my surgeon today. Clear margins and no lymph involvement, the relief is immense. I see the oncologist next week to discuss radiotherapy and tamoxifen. Thank you all for your support.
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30-08-2014
06:17
Thanks, ladies. Yesterday I was in a bit of pain. I found it difficult to sit still but was told to rest. The boys and my husband told me to rest. It was our wedding anniversary so we watched House of Cards on Netflix and ate chocolates. In a funny way, it was the perfect way to spend it.
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28-08-2014
06:21
Had the surgery. Operation went well. Pain under control and I have good arm movements. Was discharged at 3pm. Now resting on the sofa. That's the first hurdle done.
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27-08-2014
09:43
I had guidelines inserted this evening, Dianne. It stung a wee bit when the local was injected but then it was fine. Good luck for Friday.
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26-08-2014
06:37
Oh Wemblo, I am so sorry you have this added worry. I hope the scan is clear and your op can go ahead.
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26-08-2014
06:28
Housewife insertion! Guidewire insertion. Oh the joys of predictive text
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26-08-2014
06:27
Hi Daisykins, thanks for your post. I spoke to BBC nurse today. I am going for the dye and housewife insertion tomorrow. Must admit I had a cry after the call. I think things are sinking in now. I think it easier for me to focus on getting well because I have told what my treatment plan is. I feel like I am wearing a mask to keep things as positive and normal for my boys and my parents because my brother died of leukaemia. I hope all goes ok tomorrow for you.
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25-08-2014
09:55
Hi Diane, I hope all goes well for Friday. It must have been difficult telling your sons. I try not to think about it. I focus on a positive outcome. I try not to dwell on what ifs. Getting well and trying to get on with family life is my goal.
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24-08-2014
01:27
Good news that the other area on MRI is nothing to worry about. I am having my operation on Thursday. That gives me time to get organised. We are going to do the back to school tomorrow. Today I having been cooking food to freeze. My husband has been great and the boys seem to be getting used to things. I still feel on auto pilot. If I keep busy I won't have to think!
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21-08-2014
08:13
So the MRI showed up another lump that the Consultant thinks is benign but need a biopsy to confirm. I am having a an ultrasound and guided biopsy tomorrow morning. I will get the results on Wednesday if it is cancerous then I am looking at a masectomy and reconstruction instead of WLE. There seems to be so many twists and turns on this journey.
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