Hi,
I've been online for a while now and responded to many others' blogs.... but this is my first one.
On 15 September I have a great day ahead.... a real line in the sand for me.... and as I once thought I may not have got this far.... I feel so happy to be at this point.
I am due to have my tissue expander (put in at the time of my mastectomy 2 years ago) removed AND my port a cath removed too. At the same time , I will have an implant put in the 'other' side..... not as a feebie boob-job, but because I am so small that they don't make implants my size and shape, so I will go from AA to a B cup!
I am wondering what this is like.... what experience of it do you have and have you any tips for a speedy recovery? How long was your recovery time.... how soon did you drive ( I have lots of school runs)?
Although I am looking forward to having this done, it is more because of what it represents to me in terms of my progress rather than a yen to return to hospitals, theatre and post op pain!!
I hope this isn't too disjointed, my 8 and 6 year olds are in the bed with me as I type!
Thanks, EJ
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Hi EJ
Although I do not have the same problems as you I was really glad to read your blog and 'feel' how pleased you were! This must be such a psychological boost for you and I wish you all the best with the op.
Nothing relevant to say I'm afraid, BUT I wanted to wish you all the very best with the forthcoming treatment. Sending some special What Now good luck vibes and hugs. xxxx Penny
Hi EJ - oh how I wish I could offer you tips and advice etc etc, but sorry I can't, due to not having the same type of cancer. Still, I read your Blog and just wanted to say; I think you're doing remarkably well, and I hope that all your questions are answered. I hope you reach all your goals, and I send you love and good wishes for a speedy recovery. Stay strong and keep fighting the good fight, you'll get there sweetheart, from kate xxxxxxxxxxx
hi,I actually wanted to ask about your port a cath,I've just had one put in and I'm quite worried about it! Did it give you any probs? I'm just at the start of this(39,mum of 3).It must be lovely to be at the end!
