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Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
betrayal, I have cruised out of there many times. I love to walk SeaPort Village which is just beyond the Midway. You probably saw it the last time you were there. Just shops and restaurants, but it was nice. One of my favorite places there.
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
In addition to the Enhance Fitness class, I used my Medicare benefits to join the Y and go to their old person exercise class. More aerobics and weights. She plays good music.
aj
Re: Stage IV MBC Fitness
Mara, glad you got the treadmill back. It should be good for you.
I really enjoy a good walk but I've had to pass lately. I fell about 2 weeks ago and twisted my knee. Still bothering me. This is the perfect season with low humidity. Perfect temps in Wisconsin.
The other pains I'm not sure if they are arthritis or SE from anastrozole. Not bad enough to keep me from a walk tho.
gailmary
Re: Zometa side effects
@marcials1 - Yes, I think you are confusing me with @intolight . I get a Zometa infusion every 3 months (ugh!) and always have some sort of side effects. Zometa is only an infusion, to my understanding. Anyone getting a shot is likely getting Xgeva. They are similar drugs and have similar side effects, but are given differently.
@intolight - Wow, it was 9 years for you with the Zometa every 3 months! That's a really long time before going to 6 months. Next November will be two years of every 3 months for me, and I was considering asking the onc if I could go to every 6 months. I've been pretty sure he will say no, but after hearing that you waited 9 years for the switch, I'm absolutely sure he will say no. Good for you for going so long without any jaw necrosis problems, etc. I hope the Afinator works out for you. I honestly don't know anything about it, but good, good luck!
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Herceptin was a smooth and short appointment it felt like, got to be on the third floor with 3 nurses and five patients so quick response when time to hang drugs and take them out. Today, held breath and no needle poke pain, that is always good.
Nurse asked how SIL was doing since she used to come to chemo and had come to couple of appointments. I was good and kept my mouth shut for a change. Nurses just want to hear about me. I did brag that I am starting to get to the point of regular exercise and looking forward to it. Pretty good walk around hospital, went back and forth from the pickup point as there are two zone A entrances to cancer clinic. I have to specify A entrance facing Commissioners but figured that there was no harm walking back and forth. The only minor hiccup was the ramp that lowers me down got stuck at the bottom so it could not flatten. He took my arm and had my cane. Just reminded myself to lift really high and it was fine.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@micmel Thank you so much for thinking about me. I got some good news this morning. Instead of having to wait until 10/17 to see the surgeon for the hip replacement, my appt was moved up to this Friday. Now I just want to get this done, get the biopsy and see what treatment change might be needed. How wonderful that your son got to go on a Caribbean cruise! I hope he did meet someone nice that he likes.
The Cubs made the Wild Card round so I will get to work a few play-off games at Wrigley. I'm excited. I have an accommodation so I don't have to stand my whole shift. It's nice to have this to take my mind off of worrying.
Re: Zometa side effects
@threetree Marcials1 is starting Afinitor and yes, we all wish her well on this new drug for her. It was not kind to me, but we all react differently. I am pretty sure my nine years on Zometa was an oversight because my onc seemed surprised when I brought up the length of time I was on it. She quickly agreed to lengthen the dosage span. She is my second oncologist. My first one, who started me on Zometa, was in a different state and obviously at a different cancer center so I don't fault her for missing this fact. There are so many different drugs, and dosages, and treatment plans. I struggle to keep up with them all and I am sure I have missed some of you sweet ladies here. None of us is at all bothered when things get mixed up. You are all so supportive that it is just nice to have some place to talk about it.
Re: Is it common to have male radiation techs?
Thanks everyone. I'm a week into radiation and not freaking out about it as much but still uncomfortable with how it was all handled. 15 more visits and I'm done, now I'm just focused on the finish line. I really appreciate you all taking the time to post and share your experiences with me ❤️
Re: Why would people not return for their 6 month follow-up mammogram?
I guess some people might not go to a six month follow up because of the insurance copay or because they figure a year between mammograms isn’t that long. You were wise to go to your appointment since if a problem were found it would be at an earlier more easily treatable stage. If you have been called back recently it is normal to be nervous before the next mammogram. It’s much better to follow medical advice than bury your head in the sand.
maggie15