Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hi Ruthie My daughter is amazing honestly, I dont know how I would be getting through all this if she wasnt with me each step of the way.  Chemo isnt easy but if it does it job its worth everything.  Hope it all goes well for you xx ... View more

Hi RuthieG -   I am 54 had a WLE for invasive dutal carcinoma, tumour size was 6.5mm but 19mm including DCIS, I was her 2 - PGR - and ER 3/8 which Oncologist told me was more negative than positive.  Tumor Grade 3 with sentinal node clear.  All along they talked about surgery, radiotherapy and hormone therapy but following surgery they felt that I was nearing on Triple negative due to the 3/8 scoring for ER.  My Oncologist told me if I was his daughter he would say definately chemo.  It was so hard as it was not want I wanted especially as my daughter was due to get married this year in Antiqua.  I am currently undergoing chemo and my daughter has postponed her wedding.  Not easy but my daughter reminds me that its a few months out of your life for the rest of your life and every thing you can do to try and prevent it coming back is worth it.  My Oncologist says it is more of a belt and braces incase any stray cell had slipped through the safety net.  Its a tough decision, wishing you all the best in whatever you decide xx   Lynda ... View more

Sandie I am so pleased that you got that good news big hugs to you. Have a lovely easter xx ... View more

Just checking in, hoping everyone is doing okay and wishing those that have scans coming up really positive results   Chemo number 3 for me on Thursday, already getting anxious thinking about it but have to keep reminding myself that week 2 and 3 are so much better.  If I dont get on over Easter, hope you all enjoy it with your families xx ... View more

Hi Cuba, I was very fortunate in that my lovely daughter bought me products online from Jennifer Young (expensive) but they are amazing x ... View more

~Second chemo for me also wiped me out, I am finding I can cope for short times and if I overdo it I start feeling sicky.  Yesterday I went into town and did a few bits, spent about 2 hours and that was more than enough.  Shops were hot, I was hot with my hat on and started to feel sick.  I guess we just have to accept the fact that we cant do all the things our head tells us to do! Frustrates me so much, especially after a week of feeling absoloutely rubbish, once you get over that you just want to feel "normal" again, guess it doesnt work like that huh!   Like all you ladies, I admire those that have children to look after at home and those that go to work! I cant imagine how difficult that must be.   Today I am going to see my gorgeous grandson for a few hours, he is my mood changer 🙂 Hope you all have a good day xx ... View more

Hi Lankylass, I agree about bringing the outside world in, something else to think about other than the dreaded is a nice change. I meet up with the girls from work regularly and they always apologise for moaning about work. I keep telling them it makes me feel "normal" again to think about work and moan along with them. I think they feel guilty but honestly it is so nice to talk about something else xx ... View more

Hi Sandie,   Just read your post and wanted to say that you have no need to apologise for posting anything on here, we are all here to listen and support in everyway we can.  Its a place where you can open up and express your worries and concerns.  I am so sorry you are going through this terrible worry at the moment.  Sending you lots of positive vibes and hugs xxx ... View more

Hi Ladies,   Hope your all feeling okay and not too down in the dumps! or suffering too many horrid side effects  How are you Rachel after your 3rd Chemo?  I am now day 9 after second Fec and found side effects very different this time around.  I have experienced awful heartburn/indigestion which makes me not want to drink anything which obviously isnt great!  GP has prescribed something for me (not sure what yet) but will pick prescription up on Monday.  Got a small ulcer on the tip of my tongue which is annoying too.  Mood very up and down and it doesnt take much for me to be in tears.  I know things will become more "normal" once chemo has finished but it feels such a long long way off.  I am finding myself envious of everyone that seems to be happy and carrying on with their life.  I feel really vulnerable when out on my own and actually dont feel like I am in the same world as anyone else.  Does anyone else feel like this?  Oh and to add to this I keep having little heart pulpatations which is weird.  I had echocardiogram Friday so I guess if any concerns it will be picked up.   How I wish life was normal again without all this cancer crap!   Hope you all have a good weekend and sorry for my moaning and not offering anything in the way of support xxx Lynda x ... View more

Hi Rachel,   Sorry havent been on here much lately, second chemo was Thursday and although no sickness this time (change of meds seems to have worked) I have felt really low in mood and the tiredness is just frustrating the life out of me.  I have had 2 melt downs today feeling really sorry for myself.  Maybe I am expecting to feel so much better than I thought isnt helping.  My hair is all but gone and my scalp is fine now thank goodness, no soreness.  I just need to pick myself up from this low mood as I hate feeling like this   How are you doing?   Love Lynda xxx ... View more

Hi Ladies, Just wanted to wish you all the best when you finally get your results.  The waiting (as you all know) is really the worst part of all this.  Once you have your plan and you know what you are dealing with it becomes easier.  I hope you all get good results and start whatever treatment you need as soon as possible so you can start the journey and then get on with your life again.  I was diagnosed by routine mammogram, had surgery and hoped I would need radiotherapy, hormone treatment and that would be it.  Unfortunately cant have hormone treatment so chemo it had to be.  Have had my first one and 2nd one due on Thursday.  You will get lots of support on the forum and dont be scared to share your worries and concerns as we all feel them aswell and I am sure there will always be someone out there that can offer reassurance to you.   Big hugs to you all Lynda xxx ... View more

Good Morning Everyone, Beautiful sunny day here today makes you feel a bit better with the sunshining doesnt it?  Hope those that have just had chemo are feeling a little better today, feeling sick drains you.  I have my second chemo on Thursday, beginning to feel anxious about it again!  Seeing the Oncologist tomorrow and hoping he will adjust the anti sickness tablets.  Hope you all manage to enjoy some of the sunshine today xxx Lynda xxx ... View more

Hi Rachel scalp is a little better thanks. Still have some hair but can't shave it as too sore. I have been using itchy skin oil my daughter bought me from Jennifer young online. Fantastic and instant relief. Lots of hair (what's left) driving me mad all over my clothes so wearing my sleep hat I got from Anna bandana which helps. How are you feeling today? Second chemo Thursday 😕. Going out for a meal tonight with work colleagues which will be lovely xx ... View more

Thank you Keepmumsane, who would have thought bonjela lol xxx ... View more

Hi Ladies   I plucked up the courage and shaved my head to just a little bit but my scalp is so tender.  When any of you have shaved your head did take it all off? any suggestions for a sore head   Love Lynda x   ... View more

Hi Blakie, Men are difficult species arn't they   My husband doesnt talk about it much either and I put a booklet at the side of him about going through cancer together but he still hasnt opened it.  He comes home from work and occasionally says...a women at work...her sister had b.c. and..... I try and tell him we are all different and its difficult to compare.  I think he struggles because I am the one that deals with any problems, worries etc and he looks to me for reassurance.  Now I am looking for reassurance and at times say I am worried or scared and he just cant handle it at all.  We should have been going to Mexico end of April and had to cancel.  We lost our deposit but got the rest of the money back.  The worst for me was my daughter was due to get married in Antigua in July and she has postponed that.  I found that so upsetting as I felt responsible for the wedding being postponed, but my daughter wont have any of that! She is rebooking for February next year so least thats something to look forward to 🙂 xxx ... View more

Hi Rachel, thanks for the advise about moisturising I will make sure I do when it is gone! I am doing ok thank you, feel pretty good following a bumpy start. Tomorrow I have the Look good feel better day so really looking forward to that. Hope your doing ok xx ... View more

Hi Ladies,   Big hugs to all of you who are suffering following your recent chemo and hope you start feeling a little better soon.  I am day Day 12 following first chemo and my scalp is so tender and hair started shredding today.  Does anyone know how long it takes to completely fall out?  I am planning on getting my daughter to shave it off Friday if it hasnt gone by then and if I can cope until then!  I picked up my wig today and really like it so I am hoping this will help with the emotional side of seeing my hair come out!   Hope you all have a good evening (no sickness)   Love Lynda xx ... View more

Hi Sarah,   Hope your hospital appointment went ok today *hugs to you*.  I have sent a request for facebook to join your group.   Wishing all you lovely ladies about to start chemo all the best, I have had one session and although I was sick and felt sick for a few days since then I have felt fine :-).  Today my hair has started shredding (awake most of the night with a sore scalp so I guess that was the sign).  I am not looking forward to losing my hair and I am sure there will be tears each day now until it has gone.  I have some hats from Anna Bandana - quite nice and reasonable in price, would definately recommend and today have got my wig!  I actually like it and feel okay in it so I am hoping that will ease the transition along.   Good luck to you all with your treatments xxx Lynda ... View more

Sarah is your facebook page uk March Marvels? I have searched it but cant find it? x ... View more