MIDDLE-AGED WOMEN 40-60ish

faithandfifty

Mother-of-Patient.

I did have a stubborn case of cellulitis followed by sermona. The cellulitis was first in my situation. I have not required chemo, so I'm not sure my situation bares any resemblance to your daughters story.

I'm sure NM's medical background is insightful.

My cellulitis did NOT respond to the first go round of antibiotics and I was put on an upgraded version (oral prescription) for another two weeks, following the first week of prescription that it didn't respond to.

I know that there are many threads regarding cellulitis, under the area of LE (Lymphedema) on this website. Several women have been hospitalized and required IV drips to combat theirs. It isn't something to be taken lightly.

Sending prayers & encouragement for your daughter's unfolding story.

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Strength and courage.

Strength and courage.

Strength and courage.

Meece

Thanks, Faithie.  You are educating more of us!  I had never paid attention to the term cellulitis.

jo1955

Meece

phew

mother of patien  and i guss others as well   as i read the hard times othersare having, i relze how fortunate i was.  i know i am allowed to grieve and feel pain in addition (not in spite) .  i wish mom of pt and the others who are still suffering with their disease so much hope and wishes and succeses in answers and experiences

 ~ ~ nc 

PauldingMom

Sorry I haven't posted much. they docs. have me in the hosp, office or conic daily.Even on Christmas day. Tomorrow will be on day vacation a =s it looks right now. Thursaday, spinal tap and empty right lung.  Something is not right and they can't figure it out. Family and friends have been saints like I could never have iagined. 

Bleassing you all a wondeful, New Year

Lisa 

jo1955

PauldingMom - Hope the docs can figure out what is wrong with you quickly and get you back on the road to recovery.

 

BarbaraA

{{{{{{PM}}}}}}}} Missed you and Happy Holidays to you! Sending up more prayers for peace and healing for you!

Meece

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Lisa}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} I was worried about Christmas Day.

gillyone

Lisa - great to hear from you. Hope they sort out the problem soon. Ladies on the July chemo thread ask about you and send good wishes and hugs.

suzwes

It's good to hear from you Lisa.  You're in my thoughts and prayers.  Happy New Year to you.

marlegal

PMom, soooo good to see a post from you.  Hugs and prayers for the healing to begin in earnest now.  Happy New Year hon.

mumito

((((P Mom)))) Hugs and prayers

barbe1958

Lisa!! Praying that the doctors get their ass in gear!

sheila888

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NativeMainer

Glad to hear from you PM!  I'll be thinking of you tomorrow.  Its about time you got some answers!

jo1955

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elimar86861

Hi P-Mom!  We'll definitely have some positive Mid-Age vibes coming your way this Thursday, when you have your two procedures done.  Hoping the doctors can figure you out quick so you can...

                                    

faithandfifty

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It's just absolutely wonderful to hear from you. I'm joining the others with prayers, encouragement, vibes of all sort for the healing to be genuine & the answers to be forthcoming. Sending prayers to your doctoring team for their insight & clarification -- that they have brilliant ideas for your road to strength.

Lisa, know that we are all here gathered together, wishing you well, wishing you courage, wishing you joy -- even in the midst of the heartache and set-backs. We are surrounding you with our middie 'bounce-back' attitude......... in the face of it all.

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Strength and courage.

Strength and courage.

Strength and courage.

And yet more for anyone in need: the newly treatment completed, in the transition to the 'new normal' and those just beginning the crazy tilt-o-whirl ride -- remaining and gaining our unique personalities in the face of a foe.

To all those who hang around to keep one another company & offer support to the newbies, may you have an astounding New Year celebration and an awesome year ahead.

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jo1955

Okay! Got a question.  I am almost 4 weeks post rads and still have extreme fatigue.  Not on any hormonal therapy right now.  Should I still feel really exhausted?  It is driving me crazy, tired all the time.  Don't know what to do.  Naps help some but I am working a full time job and can't do them during the week.

Anybody else experience this after rads? 

Any advice? 

cmf

Paula,

  It is YOUR cancer and YOUR decision.  ANd your family and friends should support your decision.

cmf

JO1955,

  Maybe you could ask your doc if you could take vitamins, maybe you are worn down physically and they would help.

jo1955

cmf - I already take a "senior" multi vitamin along with a slew of other pills.  Maybe an iron deficiency?  Who knows.  But will definitely ask my onc about it.  I do feel worn down physically - can't be worn done mentally - my brain went on vacation a long time ago and has even written.  LOL

Paula66

Well all tomorrow is the day I have been waiting for.  I am a bit nervous, but I know I will be fine.  I have a family who is very supportive and a sister who has been through this as well.  Thanks all!

Sherryc

Jo I read somewhere on BCO that your fatigue can last up to 6 wks after ending rads.  Also when you talk to your onc maybe they need to check your white count.  If that is low I think that can cause fatigue as well.

elimar86861

I think it would be low red blood cells, moreso than white, that would cause fatigue BUT depending on how healthy and vigorous you were before beginning rads, it can take 4 weeks OR MORE to bounce all the way back.  The first week or two AFTER rads, many women experience worse fatigue because the rads have reached their maximum dosage and have built up in the tissues.

Anyway, hang in there, jo1955, it will get better.  I can't remember if I have already mentioned getting some extra protien, but the body needs that to rebuild all the healthy tissue that was damaged.  You need some extra fuel for repair right now, and if you aren't getting it that could cause a tired feeling too.

Paula66, Will be thinking of you tomorrow too, undergoing your BiMx, and hoping it all goes smoothly.  Please let us know how it goes for you.  So many on here have gone through it, so if you are feeling something (or not feeling something) or have questions about the healing process, there area good number of knowledgeable ladies here to help.  Good Luck tomorrow!

phew

JO   maybe i should till other speak, but myi can tell you my experience.  not w/breast but i did have a cupla surgeries for cancer in my brain.  i had 6 wk, 5 days a wkand did have ognozious weakness.  in my case i did regain strength BUT after 25 years i still get recurrent bout of WOOPS! where;d my legs go?  probly everybody will suggest excercis...like 20 uninterrupted ata time.....helps witg getting blood to circulate more regulary, and encorphins for mental health.  silly me, didnt knowi was sick, and walek the 2 miles up and down the hill to my house, took buses to the hosp.  i think that denial was a great gift.  so, my story is that excercise...especially when you feel like you cant ecen lift a piece of paper is very helpful.  again, i cant speak for others and certainly a rads for BC, but this what i know

marlegal

Jo, I clearly remember after rads ended I was still working from home and one day - weeks later - I had to email my coworkers and say I was taking the rest of the day - I just had to go up to bed and crawl under the covers because I was just so exhausted.  So yes, the effects of rads can last weeks after you finish.  But you will slowly feel stronger, a little at a time.  Exercise is great if you can talk yourself into it ... personally, that didn't work for me until much later, but I can't say I really tried either.  Hugs sweetie ... you'll be okay soon

phew

oh! marlegal---you just reminded me.....another moment of arrogance!! my how we love to forget thigs!  just befor my surgery a pt  suggested i exercise to lesson the effect of radiation.  i kinda took it to extremes...i started w/a aerobic circuit and then moved myself to wieght lifting.  altho that is treat for the hear and bone density and muscle strenght, it is hard and requires way alot of commitment.  i was blessed with supportive friens who worked out with me. so, yeah, exxercise is the best way.  after one of my other cancers, i was physically and emotionally inahialted.  so, a workout was so far out the question that jupiter is closer.  not for my own strength but because i didnt wasnt others to think less of me...totally ego driven.  i guess the bottom line tho is the best measure.  i was only able to walk past three houses and hope that i copuld make it back home (didnt at first   had to stop and rest) TRULY i tleft the house and walked the distance of 1 house each week ...the end of the block till several miles now.  this may sound trite but it worked so well for....hm wonder if i could bottle it?   again, funny how we choose to forget things we know.

3jaysmom

just catchin up, you gals.. welcome back RAIN missed ya

     3jays