Topic: infection starting up again
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- Posted on: May 9, 2008 06:28 pm
Hello LE-rs.
This time it is on the chest. I feel al burning pain and there is edema. I contacted my ps's office, he wasn't in but his nurse saw me. She could see the edema and the slight pinkness but said she saw no evidence of an infection. However, it feels like last time and it came on so sudden just like last time.
So I am to start the antibiotics again. I REALLY HOPE this clear up so I can have my exchange surgery on Tuesday.
I have now taken to wiping my hands and arms off with diluted bleach to attempt to kill any germs. I have no idea why this is suddenly an issue.
All I can try to be is a cautionary example of just how serious LE can be... AND how unpredictable!
Thanks again for all the help you have given me.
love,
g
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AnnNYC Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 1484 |
May 9, 2008 06:31 pm
AnnNYC wrote:
Gina, hugs to you, hoping antibiotics calm everything down and you can have your exchange as planned. Best, Ann Dx 3/9/2007, IDC, <1cm, Stage I, Grade 2, 0/5 nodes, ER+/PR+, HER2- |
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ICanDoThis Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 197 |
May 9, 2008 07:10 pm
ICanDoThis wrote:
I know how you're feeling. I knew that something was going on at least a day before the docs could detect the infection. You may also want to eat a little extra protein, and some vitamin C or other antioxidants as well. Hope you get everything under control Sue Dx 12/28/2007, IDC, 1cm, Stage I, Grade 1, 0/3 nodes, ER+/PR+, HER2- |
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TenderIsOur… Joined: May 2007 Posts: 2924 |
May 9, 2008 07:49 pm
TenderIsOurMight wrote:
It cannot be emphasized too strongly that treatment of each patient is a highly individualized matter. (FDA-approved labeling for warfarin (Coumadin) NDA 9-218/5-105)
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jinky Joined: Jun 2005 Posts: 737 |
May 10, 2008 05:38 pm
jinky wrote:
Hi G, Thinking and praying for this to clear up. le hugs jinky 2002/ 2cm lobular/ductal mastectomy 1 node micro stage 2, grade 1, 4 chemo, 5 yrs tamoxifen, femara 4mts, preventative mastectomy 2005
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Binney4 Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 3198 |
May 10, 2008 06:58 pm
Binney4 wrote:
Well, g, aaaaugh! Tell you what, we'll believe you on the "serious and unpredictable," and now you can stop being an illustration of that point, okay? Get well quick! Binney |
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bygrace1 Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 982 |
May 10, 2008 10:04 pm
bygrace1 wrote:
So sorry g, Hope the antibiotics kick it to the curb this time, and you can have your surgery on Tuesday. Saying a prayer for you, grace
Dx 5/10/2004, DCIS, <1cm, Stage 0, Grade 3, 0/3 nodes |
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nosurrender… Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 4692 |
May 11, 2008 11:41 am
nosurrender wrote:
Hi my friends, The antibiotics kicked in. I now know what to watch for. The burning and tightness is not just discomfort from the tissue expanders, in me, it is a sign an infection is coming. THANK YOU for being here!!!! Love, g nosurrenderbreastcancerhelp.com
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Binney4 Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 3198 |
May 11, 2008 02:52 pm
Binney4 wrote:
g, that's taking "Know thyself" to new heights. In the meantime, looking forward with you to successful surgery and a quick and smooth recovery! Binney |
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TenderIsOur… Joined: May 2007 Posts: 2924 |
May 13, 2008 02:23 pm
TenderIsOurMight wrote:
It cannot be emphasized too strongly that treatment of each patient is a highly individualized matter. (FDA-approved labeling for warfarin (Coumadin) NDA 9-218/5-105)
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mrsb Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 85 |
May 13, 2008 03:14 pm, edited May 13, 2008 03:14 PM
by mrsb
mrsb wrote:
Hi Gina I wish you well with your surgery.and am walking with you as you deal with the pinkness and oedma. I don't know your situation as far expanders etc go but I lost 2 expanders due to cc and infection.On my 3rd try I was very proactive demanded an antibitioc to start 3 days to surgery, used hibitane washes 3 days before and remainded on antibitics after exchange for a week. I had a consult with infectious desieses after my 2nd infectionwhich helps. I take an antibiotic before dental work, cortisone shots in joints and colonscopys. Wishing you luck it is hard not to get frustrated with this isn't it.All the best Mrs b |
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Binney4 Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 3198 |
May 13, 2008 03:34 pm
Binney4 wrote:
With you today, g! Binney |
SO GLAD you were so quick to react! How about an infectious disease specialist after the surgery's over, to help you sort out the "whys" of this situation and hopefully avoid any repeats?