Hi all, I’m a newbie. Found a lump in my breast at beginning of sept. Mammogram showed another area. Ultrasound another in one lymph node and MRI showed another suspect area. I’m having chemotherapy and immunotherapy before either lumpectomy or mastectomy- still awaiting last biopsy result. I started my therapies yesterday ( I’m of the opinion that the word chemotherapy is made up of 2 parts and I’m going to concentrate on the positive part, the word THERAPY! ) .I’m trying the cold cap. I’ll be having a therapy every week for the next 12 weeks. A complete whirlwind and the alarm on my phone has never been set for so many things! I already have a file for all my info!
Hi, Bore da
It's a good idea to keep a diary of who said what at what appointment as they all blur once the fatigue sets in! Loads of appointments, some of which will feel unnecessary (could have been a phone call) and some that are not long enough! Do your research and have questions ready, this is YOUR treatment plan and you need to understand it and be ready to question it if necessary. I have had lots of additional support via St David's Hospice drop in centre (Bangor), crystal healing, reflexology and a physio movement group. Everyone says the same, you need to be a strong self-advocate to smooth this journey. Best wishes xx
Wel helo bore da - its nearly a nos da from me as Im not sleeping well so i can only just keep eyes open after 10pm. Thinking of you - wish you werent here as lots have said to me. So my lump was found end of October, just had mammogram/scan/biopsy and getting results tomorrow. Just hope there will be therapy for me. A welsh saying - dwin cachu brics - im bricking it - or actually im pooing bricks to be precise with the translation. Let us know about the cold cap and the therapy as you go xxx
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