🌟 April 2026 Radiation Roll Call — Step In, Check In, You’re Not Alone 🌟

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If radiation is part of your plan this April, this is your invitation to step in and introduce yourself. ☀️
You’ve found a space where people truly get it—and we’re ready to meet you.

Whether you’re waiting for your first session, in the rhythm of daily treatments, or already ringing the bell, this is your place to check in, share honestly, and feel supported every step of the way.

✨ Don’t just scroll—say hello.
Even a few words can open the door to connection.

💬 Share whatever feels right for you:
• Your diagnosis and treatments so far
• Your radiation start date and schedule (if you’d like)
• How your body and emotions are responding
• The questions you keep Googling late at night
• The small wins—and the harder days

Even something as simple as “I start April 10” gives this community the chance to show up for you.

💛 Already been through radiation—or a few weeks ahead? We need you here, too.
Your experience can make a real difference. What surprised you? What helped your skin? What helped your mindset? What do you wish you’d known earlier? Those insights can ease someone else’s uncertainty in a powerful way.

✨ We move through this together—one day, one session at a time.
We’ll share tips, ask questions, celebrate milestones, and support each other through the ups and downs.

📌 As you prepare, explore:
• Our List of What to Do / Get / Pack to Prep for Radiation Therapy
• The Radiation Therapy section of our site for clear guidance on:
– Types of radiation
– What to expect week by week
– Questions to ask your care team
– Ways to manage—or even prevent—side effects

🤝 Want deeper connection? Our Virtual Support Groups are here for you—during treatment and beyond.

🌟 Most important: don’t stay on the sidelines.
Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your questions matter.

We’re really glad you’re here. 💛
You don’t have to walk this road alone—you’ve got this, and we’ve got you.

—The Mods

ilovesinging

Hi. I’m new to this forum. 5 weeks post surgery (Lumpectomy). Have had two radiation consults, one where my care team is located (45-60 minute drive) and one closer to home (12 minute drive). The radiation oncologists have different approaches and now I don’t know what to think.

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Hi @ilovesinging 🤗

Welcome, and thank you for posting and introducing yourself. It makes total sense that you’d feel unsure right now as hearing different recommendations can be really confusing.

You’re in a good place to talk this through. If you feel up to it, you can share a bit more about what each radiation oncologist recommended. Members here often have experience with different approaches and may be able to offer a perspective on what helped them decide.

We’re really glad you’re here, and we’re here to support you as you sort through this.

Sincerely,

The Mods

hcharn

HI I just started my radiation therapy. Had three. Need to do 16 more.

I have early morning appointments because my son takes me and has 3 girls that need to get to their buses starting at 7:45.

My appointments are for 7;40 . He has arranged to take me each day. I am so grateful.

I am feeling a little anxious but each day is better. No pain. But due to the early time I come home and sleep for 3to 4 hours.

Also i feel very cold for an hour or so. Taking one day at a time >

stephleach01

I start radiation tomorrow. I have 20 rounds. I am having problems with my PHESGO shot though. Sever join pain, like it’s hard to walk when getting up from a seated position. My Oncologist really doesn’t have answers for me. I’m very frustrated. I have immunotherapy until August if I allow it to continue that long.

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@stephleach01 - Welcome, and thank you for sharing what’s going on. We're super glad you've found us.

We have a detailed article about https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/targeted-therapy/phesgo that explains possible side effects and strategies to manage them. It might give you some helpful ideas to discuss with your oncologist.

Also, some of our members have found it useful to check out tips and resources for coping with joint pain during treatment, see here: https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment-side-effects/pain/bone-joint

Hope this helps. Let us know how you're doing!

The Mods