Hi all, I am about to go on to CDK4/6 in a month or so after my radiotherapy finishes and possibly tamoxifen or the like . I have had a mastectomy and 10/17 lymph nodes tested positive for the dreaded ‘C’ . Stage 3 oestrogen receptor breast cancer - slow growing but a spread within the breast of around 11cm. So pretty well established. I am a teacher and was wondering if people are managing to work whilst having these treatments. I teach up to 120 different students a day, so am aware this might not be possible with a lower immune system but would be interested in the day to day experiences of people . I may be able to juggle my job, to have less exposure but there are many other side effects and your thoughts would’ve so appreciated. Sending positive vibes to everyone dealing with this right now xxx
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