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
Swan Lake performed by men has to be energetic? I believe so, anyway!
LeoLady, I am very careful, but my arms have always been too weak so it’s gently strengthening them I hope! I ‘come down’ out of pose if I am finding it too long or hard, she suggests onto fists/knuckles or even forearms with elbow on the mat if too tough.
Just getting ready.......music already buzzing in my head!
hugs xxx
Moomy
Snow here, schools closed, kids making snowmen, everything grinds to a halt! Have not been out: counsellor could not get out of her road so skyped. DH giving me a lift to choir. Don’t want to risk falling! Love to all xxx
Onwards and flatwards (don't do hills) and keep walking if you can!
I hope you are enjoying Mathew Bournes’ “Swan Lake”,moomy!!
i was overwowed by the creative scenery and backdrops.
be interested to hear how you enjoyed it.
no, don’t risk falling...sensible to have a lift,if you can.
Hooe all snug and warm out of the snow...xxx
Beautiful, Violetsniff! You’re talented!
Hugs xxx
Moomy
No snow here but a very hard frost which is still evident. Will be venturing out tomorrow..tai chi and a catch up.
Keep warm ladies
xx
“ The only constant thing in life is change “
The hard frost here is only just going, Flossie!
and it’s clouded over......hmmmm, will we get white stuff?
Choir done, eye appointment done! Now to take it easy! Found it really hard to go to sleep last night, the music and the visions of those glorious leaps of the swans, with such great acting, kept me awake for ages.
Hugs xxx
Moomy
,Yes Violetsniff, you are talented xxx
Onwards and flatwards (don't do hills) and keep walking if you can!
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