debnova

Thanks for the reply Terry. During chemo I lost 23 pounds, seemed to have no problem with my diabetes. Which is kind of odd, cause if I don't eat now (ate little with chemo) I get spikes in sugar, too. Something to do with the liver sending out sugar since body is being deprived of carbs, sugar, etc.when you skip meals.Now I have gained back all but 10 of the pounds, eat regularly, and I get the high spikes. jeeze! I had rads and it's been about 5 months since; I guess body is still recovering from quite a year. I will just try and get more of a "routine" going and stick to it. My whole routine was way off this past year, with the BC, so I know I have to maintain a regular schedule of eating, exercise, etc, or my Diabetes will act up. The fact that I havn't been working makes my life more sedentary. I'm going to start adding exercise routines soon. Trying to get into a healthier lifestyle. Work used to help, but I retired at 55, couple months after I was dx. Looking for part time work, just had to finish with all my treatments first. I can imagine what a new employer would say with all the appointments I have had, I'd be fired ! ha.  I'm blessed that I get my monthly pension, can return to work when ready. You sound more disciplined than I am, so it sounds like you  will get back on track soon. I've been really, really trying to find the strength to be disciplined. Sometimes the immediate satisfaction of something is what I choose, instead of working hard at a task or issue and seeing the better end result. Ya know?? But now discipline might affect my health more profoundly, so I'm really going to try and make life style changes that could make a difference in my recovery continuing.It seems so logical, but it can be difficult for some. I hope you'll continue to improve and get your stamina back, too. I really think its going to be about balance in life.Hope all goes well. Regards, debbie

<address>Hi, I have had chemo, mastectomy and rads (rads finished April). I have type 2 Diabetes, on glucophage and diet. Like to hear from other D2's who may have had "extra" symptoms/problems because of their Diabetes. I feel like I'm still more tired than I should be, had heavy spiking of sugar levels for a while and wonder if D gives different side effects or makes it worse, etc. I am a little better, just paying more attention my D care.Also, I have had great days with lots of energy, but not as much stamina. I'm 55 and want my energy back! I'm on Femara, have usual aches with that. Please weigh in. And it's so far, so good for my IBC cancer, one year after dx. Thanks, love to all. Debnova (debbie in fla)</address>

Hello: I woke up this morning with symptoms of upper arm LE. Not major in size, only in upper area, into arm pit. I have a call into a MLD therapist to make an app't., probably talk w/tomorrow. However, are there some safe things I can do before my med treatments starts?? I know to elevate, stop certain drinks/foods, etc. But, any advice would help. In July 07 I will have been dx one year. Had chemo, mastectomy, radiation (last in march), and phys. therapy to regain movement in arm. Now, whether it's coincidental or not, I just came back from short 4 day trip to Salt Lake City (mile hi city, too) via to/from airflight, from Alabama. I am not sure that "caused" it since I have other risk factors, but won't go without a sleeve on planes from now on, although there are conflicting stories about usage before you have symptoms.?? Couldn't get sleeve in time for impromptu flight. Ok, thanks for listening, I appreciate your first hand knowledge!! Love, debbie