It seems I'm a patient now!

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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

  • Happy Anniversary for tomorrow Moomy Champagne glassChampagne glass I was just lying here thinking today would’ve been my 23rd wedding anniversary and musing as to how I feel about that given I’m waiting for my imminent decree absolut. But one thing I definitely know is we didn’t have what you and your old man do! I hope you have a wonderful celebration with your family xx

  • Awww, that’s sad, , it’s tough to think of so many relationships failing.

    We’ve had ups and downs over the years, I’m not easy to live with, that’s for sure!

    I wasn’t sure we’d make it this far, to be honest, as hubs has been so poorly this year, but hey, we have! And tomorrow lunchtime it will be 52 years. 

    Today’s plan is to be ready for when son and son in law arrive, they’ve been touring the coast of Wales in their campervan, having glorious weather too, we hope we can bbq and daughter says she plans to make a cake today! Hubs’ wheelchair will hopefully be comfy for him when we spend time in the garden, fire pit is actually almost ready and we have an electric throw for hubs too if it gets chilly. And there’s a outdoor power point in the garden! Perfectly planned!

     Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • So its a party to gatecrash at moomy then! Enjoy sounds lovely. X

  • Moomy's is the best place ever to gatecrash. I love all the food she produces for Hubs. Her fairy dust is also very potent.

  • A lovely evening, bbq, fire pit, we all enjoyed just sitting and chatting for hours, only just going to bed now though hubs has been in bed about an hour 

    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • Glad it all went well  xx

    Onwards and flatwards (don't do hills) and keep walking if you can!

  • I had a bit of a set-to with my husband recently, totally due to how I felt about the prospect of 15 radiotherapy trips. He flounced off and I was pretty annoyed. Then one of his daughters turned up and took my side. Offered the whole family's help if I felt I needed it. Was amazed. Husband doesn't know that encounter took place even. Told him when he returned that in a good marriage communication is important, which he did take on board. Being poorly or having someone close in the family being poorly does have an effect as it completely changes everything. No-one likes being ill obviously or having to rely on others to help, even if they are willing to.

  • Sometimes you just have to clear the air, , and I hope it has worked for you both

    hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • Glad your celebration went well, many congratulations for today!!! Tada Balloon xxx

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • Here we all are….. yes I know, in the dark!  hugs xxx

    Moomy