Lumpectomy Lounge....let's talk!
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Miko, glad your surgery went well!
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I go back in to clean up the margins of my two tumors on November 29. One is very near the nipple, not too worried about that one since it will just be done through the existing scar. But the other one is going to mean taking out some muscle fiber. That seems like it could hurt a bit more. Anyone have any experience with this?
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- tyty KB and Pegg and T you all helped me when I didn't known what to expect and i am so appreciative. Tytyty
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KB, congrats on the good report.
ArtyMom, so sorry you need to have additional procedure. Will you be scheduled for some PT following the surgery? I would imagine they'll gig you good instructions re that.
Miko, glad everything went smoothly. Fingers crossed for you path report.
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tyty Dara
Hi Pegg updated my profile but couldn't find where to add where I am from will keep looking. But, I am in Hawaii on the island of Oahu 😊
Waiting is the worse, seems as tho I am always waiting.
Going to ice now ☺️ Tyty Pegg
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oops sorry, i forgot- I am going to get tattoos for radiology- more poking 😝 Has anyone had those and is it painful
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Miko, I had tattoos, it was like a small pinch... and for me, they had to go and mark with tape.. I pushed my rads back a week and I shrunk... mutt and jeff lol
My brother is finally on Hospice and got a hospital bed today, he's doing ok.. and i get to have a PT eval on the 29 for my neck injury... like rads isn't enough.. but I do like the replacement van..
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tyty IGH I can prepare now. I am such a worrier and my heart pounds before the nything is done to me. I need to learn to relax and meditate before I pass out
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Hi all,
Thanks for sharing your experiences about the day after lumpectomy; my friend will understand whether I attend her Thanksgiving fete or don't. I just want a plate with LOTS of gravy sometime that day.
My new symptom appears to be fainting spells, which I think may be mini panic-attacks. My first was while standing for my first followup mammogram. The second was right before my MRI two days ago (I was lying on the dressing room floor for ten minutes before I could stand), and today, when I have so much I have to do prior to surgery. I still have a headache and feel nauseous hours later. I hate grey areas, not knowing the results of the MRI or the lung CAT scan I had on Friday. I don't know how either is going to affect (or not!) my scheduled surgery Wednesday. I have a scrip for klonopin, which I guess I need to become more acquainted with. I've figured out by now my friends don't want to hear about my ailments or symptoms, so it's a blessing that I can vent here, and someone out there knows what I'm experiencing.
With gratitude,
Carrie
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Carrie, it does sound like panic attacks. My DH has them. He takes Xanax & Klonopin to control them. I have taken Klonopin in the past for anxiety. It made me sleepy, but lessened my anxiety. I would definitely take it. You don't need the added stress. Hugs!
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Miko, Go here Settings and you can set your location as well as making everything public. it's a very confusing set up. Don't worry about the tattoos - they are virtually painless and you won't even see them after a few months. You'll do fine.
Judy, I'm glad your brother got his hospital bed. Hospice can be such a help. Prayers to you both.
Fotheringay, no surprise if they are panic attacks. You're under a tremendous amount of stress. Not knowing is awful. Try to take a deep breath and relax. Easy to say, hard to do.
HUGS!!
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tyty Pegg will give it a try. Took off the binder this evening. So nice to take a shower yeah☺️ Wearing a sports bra since still a bit painful but more comfy than the binder on my ribs. Ice is my new friend as well
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Miko - Another tip to take the anxiety edge off is to take Benadryl (if you don't want to an RX). It makes me tired hence less anxious. I took some before I had my MRI and it helped me out.
ArtyMom - Sorry you have to go back for another surgical procedure to clean up the martings. While it will probably be more painful, you do have the pain meds so make use them for the discomfort. I imagine Darab is right and you might need some PT. If so, it will help a lot with range of motion, strength, etc. I went through quite a few PT sessions earlier in the year for surgery I had on my knee.
IHGJAnn49 - I think PT will help your neck as well. Maybe after a few sessions, you can find out if massage could be added into the mix. It has helped some of my friends tremendously who have other medical issues with their backs, shoulder's, etc.
Fotheringay… Your fainting spells sound pretty scary. I hope the Klonopin can help with that and if not, the docs can figure something out so it doesn't happen anymore.
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Miko, I got tattoos also. four tiny little blue dots that I can barely find if I look for them. As Judy says, just a little prick, but convinced me I probably could never do a full sleeve! lol.
Fotheringay, your spells do sound scary. You have to be so artful if you fall. I take zoloft and was going to stop them. My PCP said now i probably not the best time to do that!
Off to an 8 AM rad this morning. They're bringing everyone in on Sunday so then all can have 4 days for Thanksgiving.
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Hi! It's my first time sharing with all of you lovely ladies!
I had a lumectomy about 3 years ago followed by radiation. Everything went extremely well and I felt very blessed and grateful. I also had a strange feeling of " I don't belong in the 'I had cancer'' category", because I didn't have to go through a difficult experience. Has anyone else experienced this?
After the initial shock following my diagnosis without much information, I was much more calm then I anticipated through the whole experience. In fact I was more concerned about calming the fears of loved ones around me.
Now here I am 3 years later having recently relocated, making lots of changes in my life, and suddenly the area of my surgery is giving me a fair amount of discomfort. I've lost two aunts to cancer in the last three months, and I suddenly find myself anxiety ridden.
Fortunately I have found a wonderful Breast Care Health Clinic that I will start going to for follow ups. In the meantime, I want to thank everyone on this site for all of your shared stories, good information, understanding and support.
I will add you all to my list of gratitude as we celebrate Thanksgiving this month.
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Thanks Sunrise.. I've had PT before for my knees, shoulder, wrist.. I'm being evaluated before they decide anything.. want to get this accident behind me and if it's something I can do at home, we have exercise classes downstairs, community apartments, I will do that so I can sign off on the medical
Thanks Peggy, he's enjoying it
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Cmbella, How nice that you stopped by to share. I'm sorry about all the anxiety, but certainly understand those fears. I've had so many relatives who have had all sorts of cancer, I'm the 5th with breast cancer. I guess no matter what our family background, we will always have that little nagging fear when we get an ache or a pain. What area did you relocate to?
Peggy, what are your plans for Thanksgiving? You're always offering supportive comments but I'm wondering how YOU are?
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Cmbella, Welcome! You've found the right place! We're warm, caring, comforting, informative. I'm two years out from my Lx and I have muscles on my "bad" side that act up. I do try to stretch them. I understand what you are saying. You might check with your MO or PCP and see what they say. Please fill in your profile AND make them PUBLIC (here: Settings). Also let us know where you live.
Dara, For the first time in over 30 years (since I took over from my grandmother after she died), I'm not hosting Thanksgiving dinner. Really weird. Also my first without my brother and his family. HOWEVER, I'll be with my youngest son and wife and her family which will be wonderful. I'm so happy that I made the move to Spokane. I'm just happy!!! Thanks for asking.
HUGS!
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tyty sunrise will do anxiety is a "bear" I need something mild to takes me through the first couple of sessions. Tyty agai
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Most OTC "sleep aids" including Unisom sleep gels, Sominex, and Nytolare actually Benadryl. It's the "PM" in nighttime pain and cold remedies too. There's another OTC sleep aid, doxylamine succinate, which is the original Unisom.
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tyty Chi I have forgotten what a good nights sleep is
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Ack! I'm so far behind. Been cleaning like a possessed woman, trying to get ready for my mother to come tomorrow. Unfortunately, she was hospitalized tonight with more kidney bleeding. Apparently it's been going on since yesterday . She insisted that it really isn't an emergency. Uh, yes it is. Mother is 82, has had 3 other episodes of kidney stones this year, has diabetes and A-fib, has had 3 TIAs, is high risk for stroke--any of which are enough to warrant a hospital stay. The thing that finally pushed her to go is that she couldn't void. Well, she couldn't void sitting down--when she walks down the hall the urine dribbles out. Plus, when she walks around she feels light-headed and sees spots. Oy. What am I going to do with her? She just got 2 units of blood 2 weeks ago for low blood count of unknown cause. She lost a lot of blood in the last 24hrs, so I expect she will not be going home tomorrow and may very well need more blood. Last time she was hospitalized for this, they did a cystoscopy to take a look around. They saw and retrieved some small kidney stones, but no evidence of cancer.
Of course, Mother is very upset that she won't be coming up here for Thanksgiving. I'm going to wait a day or so to see what transpires, then make a decision about whether I need to go down there. In the meantime, I need to cancel her flight. I couldn't reach Delta yet. I'll try again in the morning. Thankfully, I bought the trip insurance--poor Mother, she had been crying because I was going to lose all that money. I told her that I'd start looking for cheap flights near Christmas
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Poodles, Oh, that is so discouraging. Heartbreaking for both of you. Shoot. Sure would be nice if they could figure out how she losing all that blood. That's a lot. Hopefully you can make Christmas work. Loads of love and positive vibes going your way.
HUGS!
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Hi all,
I am new to this forum & glad I have found it...
I had a lumpectomy 2 weeks ago, no bruising, not much pain & other than a 6cm scar that has healed nicely.
I do have a strong pain threshold & am a quick healer, but Have had to wait almost 3 weeks for my pathology results & followup appointment with BS - which I think has been the hardest for to endure (I am not the most patient person)
I have had a chat to my GP during the week & she did say I needed to prepare myself as I didn't have clear margins & one of the findings were - no clear evidence if ILC (I have LCIS/ALH)
My appointment is this Friday & I feel everything hangs in balance of that one meeting.
Again the waiting between appointments is the hardest...
Over this not knowing & waiting
Kathy
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Kathy...welcome! So sorry you have to wait so long. I am blessed my BS called the next evening after my surgery to let me know about the pathology report from her happy prespective. I am thankful she made that call since she could of waited till my appointment the next week.
Carrie...my little pillow is a crescent shaped one that my BS gave me. One of her past patients makes them for other women who have breast surgery. I think it helps with the rubbing & to remind me to be cautious. Please try and keep calm ...breath & let us know when you need us to help keep you calm!
KB.. Yay for the fantastic news.
Miko...glad your doing so well. My BS put a sports type bra on after surgery & sent me home with a second one. They are comfortable with enough support to wear all the time. She said keep it on while sleeping too. I tried one of my sports bras but it hit right where my lymph noid incision is so woke up sore and have had to start icing again. Sounds like we are going to be doing radiation around the same time.
ArtyMom...sorry you have to go back in. Will pray it goes smoothly.
Judy...glad your brother got a hospice spot..that must give you some peace of mind too.
cmbella...welcome! Glad you found a new breast center to go to.
Poodle...so sorry about your mom, so disappointing for you both. But your house is clean!!
I am day 10 since surgery and have been sore this weekend so I think I may of over done
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hi Kathy! The waiting is hard, so I feel for you. But it sounds as if your GP already has the pathology report. No clear evidence of ILC has got to be better than confirmed ILC, even if they do decide they need to do a re excision. But until you get the appointment you won't know for sure what the decision is. I didn't find re excision any problem, though everyone's experience is different.
Keeping my fingers crossed for you anyway.
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Kathy, welcome! I agree, waiting is the worst! Try to stay busy to keep your mind occupied. I had to have a re-excision to get clean margins too & didn't have any trouble. Sending positive vibes to you.
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Joanne , I must have missed or forgotten what is going on with your brother . Hospice is wonderful . I hope it's helpful for him . Poodles , you seem to have an ever more full plate . I will keep your mom in my prayers .
Hugs everyone . I can't keep up here . Welcome to the new members . Peggy is our resident cheerleader and comforter . Off to take Wyatt to the doctor this morning .
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Corah, Welcome! Glad you found us. Having to wait 3 weeks for your path report is awful (bordering on criminal in my opinion). I'll bet your BS wouldn't want to wait that long. ARGH! Mine called me on a Friday evening after my Wednesday surgery. Here's hoping that all is well. Please update your profile with all the information you have and make it public in SETTINGS.
Molly, thank you again for the kind words. I do try! Hope your appointment for Wyatt is comforting. Wish I could do more for you than send positive thoughts and hugs.
HUGS!
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Shout out to Delta Airlines! Although Mother's ticket was non-refundable, Delta has graciously decided to allow her to use it until Oct 2017, at face value and without penalties. See, this is why we fly Delta exclusively!
Mother had a rough night. Apparently, they had a lot of trouble trying to flush out her bladder. This morning her blood count was dangerously low, so they are giving her a couple units of blood and taking her to surgery to try to find out where she's bleeding and why. I'm just holding my breath. This has been going on so long, and the only explanation so far has been kidney stones. Mother takes a blood thinner, so that makes any little bit of bleeding that much worse.
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