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Re: Long term survivor examples.
I haven't been here in years, but this forum was a lifeline for me when I was going through treatment at the age of 51.
I'm now 8 years out from TNBC, stage IIIC, 3/9 nodes. 16 weeks of chemo with complete response, lumpectomy and 36 rounds of radiation. Lingering effects of peripheral neuropathy in my feet and some minor joint pain, but otherwise I've gone on to live a full and happy life.
Wishing those who are fighting this beast the very best outcome. It can happen!
Re: how about drinking?
I'm drinking a Grenache and thinking of Goldie. She has been on my mind (and in my soul) since the post.
I've got my onco appointment on Thursday and having icky feelings about going/stress/panic, blah, blah…I miss my retired onco. I emailed her and she wished me luck with my appointment. Not sure why doctor appointments freak me out. I'm usually a veg, deer in headlights, till after my appointment. I've gotten all my labs, so nothing they can't tell me that I don't already know…still….
Anyone with Rotter’s Nodes Metastases??
My surgical consult thinks my recent recurrence involves the Rotter’s Nodes and surrounding pectoral muscles . They are trying to come up with a plan to treat it locally but everyone seems to be scratching their heads about how to approach it. I am now being sent to a thoracic surgeon for a consult. Not instilling a lot of confidence in me ( I am at DF .. so the best around where I live). I am also being treated systemically with exemestane and Verzenio to try and shrink the mass. I get the feeling that this type of recurrence is very unusual and am thinking I may want a second opinion?? Anyone else have surgery involving these nodes? Thanks!
Re: Starting Chemo May and June 2024 Support Thread
@ebfitzy I plan to wait until my hair starts falling. I had it cut short a few days ago so it would hopefully be easier emotionally when it's time to shave it or clip it short.. whatever they do.
Re: how about drinking?
Thinking of Goldie tonight as I get caught up here on some updates. Praying for an easy transition for her during this time.
Re: Starting Chemo April 2024 Support Thread
@grammie2 interesting that your eyes are watery! Mine are twitching and more on the dry side. Hope it gets better soon!
I developed a cold over the weekend and am worrying about whether I'll be better in time for my third treatment on Friday. Trying for lots of rest and fluids. So frustrating to feel sick when it's supposed to be the week of the cycle when I feel the best!! I have a lot I need to get done…
I think a bunch of us all have treatment this week. Hope everyone is doing well!