But not a very patient one!
I've at least got a diagnosis, it's invasive ductal cancer grade 2, but still small, oestrogen receptive but looks as if I might get away with the lymph nodes....and maybe not too much treatment afterwards?
Complex plan, but to begin with, a sentinel node (plus another one or so) removal as day surgery, (a nuclear medicine visit first to get 'the jab' for them to trace) then a gap while that, plus the HER result come back, then because of my previous surgeries for cysts and the fact one resulted in a massive haematoma, therefore scar tissue, I will have a complete mastectomy with an implant. That will be immediately after Easter.
By finding out as much as possible beforehand, the surgeon hopes to prevent too many operations. Obviously I will then need Tamoxifen or similar, so will appreciate helpful advice about that.
But I'd be interested on anyone's 'take' on her plan. I feel reassured that she took time with me, and the BC nurse afterwards spent a good while too.
Hugs xxx
Dearest moomy, reading your post about the conveen and catheter brought back memories from my dads time with these. The convene although a very good idea in principle there was always room for problems so to speak. Sadly, I learnt about these whilst my dear dad was in hospital.... trying to get a nurse to empty the bag was horrendous, to the point it ended up quicker and easier for me to do it. I feel you will get on okay.
The catheter should be better, before night time check there is no chance of a kink in the tube and that the bag is lower than the hubby, to allow for easy flow. (I'm sure this is right, however, don't take my word for it - check with your nurses).
You are doing amazing.
Have to say Countrygirlblues, Clare your post was lovely to read, you sound an amazing lady 
Right, it is nearly 2:00am - I am off to make a cup of tea, coax kitty to eat and then off to bed.
Sending love and hugs xxxxxx
