Well. Welcome to this thread.
You may be surprised why it is here or happy it is here. Then again: ‘You have got to be joking! Do you know what is wrong with me?’ may be your response.
This all began on the Extreme Fatigue thread. On there several people wanted and needed inspiration/incentive to get out and walk. Many people see the benefits of it in their life and to help on this; mad journey, train ride, rollercoaster ride and other positively rude words journey called Breast Cancer.
It is not a thread created to make anyone feel less than they do at present. It is not a thread that will set people against one another. Being competitive with yourself or a simple challenge to yourself is the point, but not a race against others is a key premis.
The idea is that you can do any of these or none:
Well here goes.
Either it will grow and blossom, with lots of lovely people benefiting. Or I will have egg all over my face – not for the first time in my chequered life and career.
Leolady – may be adding in the odd gallop to my walks.
PS if you don't like us don't be cruel.
Hi JoulesG I switched from Tamoxifen to Anastrozole 3 years ago and I didn’t feel any different, been on Tamoxifen for 12 years by then.
ive had vaginal and labia dryness and am using YES moisturiser and lubricant. I bought both and bc nurses sent me some too. It helps a lot and use yes wb twice daily and for me it helps a lot. I can’t have oestrogen based as on the hormone tablets.
as for walking not done so much atm but when in motorhome we walk most days. I’m sewing lots for granddaughters school play and for myself.
nice to read comments and see beautiful scenery.
J x
I am thank you, just very tired. I got home at 11pm. ECG, blood tests the more blood tests. Last one was for a blood clot in the lungs, which I don't feel is correct. My sternum is sore, I feel it's the hormone blockers. I have osteoporisis in my wrists. I ended up discharging myself. It was the vomiting man sitting near me. Thirst and hunger that got me.
Sitting in that room for over 8 hrs. They made me sign a form to say I was leaving against medical advice. I think I know this body better than they do. They were good though. At least I know my heart's ok. If the sternum stays sore I might contact the BC open access clinic.
Some lovely Autumn colours today
Some BIG Herdwicks or Herdys as they’re known
Hey Sabrina22,
I love your quote about attaining wisdom and your ability to listen to your body and what you need. I’m sorry to hear the 8 hour wait you had and still not everything was sorted for you. I also appreciate hearing what the reality of it is like, so thank you and I hope you’re able to get the help you need.
Hugs,
Marie
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