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Let's just say it was no surprise to get the diagnosis. I had noticed a small change in my left breast a small dent, if you like. If I tensed my muscles it was noticeable, a week or so later it was more noticeable. So off I tottered to the doctors, who sent me to the breast clinic.
Two mammograms and core biopsies later it was confirmed that I had a small Grade 3 cancer which had moved, as far as they were aware at that stage, to the lymph node under my arm. I have had a CT scan...
Glad to not be taking Prednisone every two hours. The weather is bad, and I feel weak. Took Vitamin D. Feeling a little better. Doctor appointment tomorrow. Blood counts feel low based on how I feel.
Labeled a box, "Passions." Need to renew some. My main passion, serving others, seems closed now. I will "Stir up the gifts within me, " but first, seeking to get everything regulated, health-wise.
Hi everyone. Left this blog way to long, yet again!
I’ve had the Mirena in for almost 6 months now which means it’s biopsy time!
My appointment it on 15th February (which makes it exactly 6 months) and I’m having it under general anaesthetic.
I’m feeling fairly positive! I’m hoping if the results are good it can be taken out. It gives me horrible back ache.
For the last few months I’ve had a few days of spotting every 4-5 weeks, and nothing in between so that’s been good. Hopefully it...
As you can see from this picture the graft on my nose is hardly recognisable now and my forehead is covered by my fringe but in actual fact the scar has really faded anyway. I just wanted you all to see my pictures before during and after surgery for those of you who are waiting for or currently going through the same process that i went through 2 years ago and to show you that although at the time its hard to believe but there is actually light at the end of the tunnel.
Sorry for the photos...
Another not very flattering picture of me but one that shows the healing process close up and how good the scars look. This was taken in June 2017 on holiday in Cyprus.
I haven't driven for years and my husband Peter is my car driver. We have gone down the same road and round the small roundabout and long the road to the A10 so many times but now the route has different significance. The route leads to the North Mid Hospital.
I have increasing awareness of the houses, flats, shops trees, traffic, traffic lights taking on new significance. We turn right and pass the school, often parents and children crowding the pavement, cars double parked and..... carry on a bit further...
Well there I am day 5/6 of treatment; (yesterday 29/1/18) thought this chemo was a piece of cake! How wrong am I??? I have got up this morning and just feel awful. I really can’t explain how I feel, no energy, my mouth and tongue feel strange, I’m crying and just now realise this is what I’ve got for the next few months. I have been so positive since diagnosis, I suppose, as I didn’t feel ill, it has all been a bit surreal until today! Now I just want it all to go away and wonder if I’m going to...
Wondering where I will be in June, 6th round. This round is easier than the firdt.
The patch for nausea calmed things down, just not having nausea and having those pills to remember.
I learned to use a checkerboard to arrange my meds each morning. Start at top, one row going down for each added med (3). Take the one that is AM only, put it back. Take the Prednisonr, take out 5 pilks, lay them out down the row, take one. Last one Amitiza is AM and PM. Take it, then move the bottle to...
Just heard that I have been allocated to have chemotherapy. Could be that I am in control group or the prosigna test showed a higher risk. I'm sort of relieved that the choice has been made for me.
So I start FEC-T on Monday next week. I have a 3 hour pre-assessment on Friday but no idea what that entails.
Next step is organising a wig because I can't stand those headscarves.
I am worried about the effect on my blood sugar and my diabetes. I have been prescribed rapid...
Hi everyone after feeling ill bloated nauseus and tired with ongoing trips to the doctors since 19th december I was smacked in the face with the biggest devastation I had cancer, a rare cancer called low grade serous cancer of the overies.
My life had just rebegun and was finally perfect. In March last year I fell totally in love and left my ex of 10 years to be with him( best thing iv ever done) we had the perfect year we trained together went on dates, holidays, surprised each, celebrated our...
