Hi I was diagnosed with Younger Onset Parkinson’s at the age of 42, I’m now in my 64th year, meaning I’ve lived with Parkinson’s for 22years.
On June 6 I visited my GP as I thought I had a lump.
On June 14 I was referred to The Breast Cancer Clinic to be told I had Breast Cancer
On July 4 I had, a mammogram, scan, biopsy, and another mammogram and was told I had a 36mm lump in my left breast, along with swollen lymph nodes.
On July 27 I had surgery - complete Mastectomy of the left breast and 47 lymph nodes removed of which 38 were infected. Unfortunately something went wrong and I was rushed back into theatre as a small artery in my back has been nicked and I was bleeding internally.
I have a meeting with my oncologist on Wednesday, next week to discuss Chemotherapy. My Parkinson’s nurse has informed me that the Chemotherapy will negate my Parkinson’s meds.
I was wondering if anyone had any experienced of having Parkinson’s and Chemotherapy and whether you would be willing to share any advice with me. I live with my dog, Harry, it’s just the two of us.
thank you in advance Kartie1
Hi Katie1
Welcome to the forum and sorry to hear that you have been living with Parkinson's for 22 years and that you have been diagnosed with breast cancer .
While I don't have the experience you are looking for I thought I'd reply to you anyway to welcome to the community. We have a section on the website called Ask an expert. I suggest you put your question on there. You will need to wait a few days for a reply. I am sending you the link to the Ask a Nurse section: (+) Ask a Nurse - Macmillan Online Community.
Wishing you the best of luck with your treatment.
Best wishes
Daisy53
