Lumpectomy Lounge....let's talk!

mustlovepoodles

just stopping by to let y'all know that I was hospitalized last night with temp of 102.6. I felt soooo sick. They've got some really powerful antibiotics on board now, so I no longer feel like I'm going to die. So far, it's looking like the port is okay. I have a little urinary tract something going on, but no pneumonia, at least. I'm hoping I can go home tomorrow --my poor little doggy is just about beside himself with worry.

BT828

Hi Lisaj514...is it the list under this surgery forum, 2nd topic down?

BT828

So sorry mlp! Hope you feel better soon!

PontiacPeggy

Jamigb, sorry you had to have another node removed but good they caught it. Your attitude seems to be really positive and I think that helps a lot. Good luck with the scarf tying. I can barely do one around my neck, let alone my head! Positive vibes to you!

Lisa, I don't recall what post you are looking for but my own thoughts are: if they offer something to you, TAKE IT (Valium, Dramamine, whatever). Make sure to take pain pills if you have pain. Don't let it get the best of you. And REST REST REST!!!

Brithael, Lordy my girls didn't get smaller or I'd need a magnifying glass to find them! Perhaps you nice, curvy gals have a different response. I agree this is a good time to reduce your DD if you wish to.

HUGS!!

PontiacPeggy

Poodles, that's a bummer. You must feel really picked on by now. Your recovery has been rough. Glad the port is okay and that you feel better. Your doggie is going to be beside himself when you come home! Take it easy and get well!!!

HUGS!

Molly50

Hugs to you MLP

MJS1266

Brithael, You may want to consider having oncoplasty, reduction, and lift at the same time as your lumpectomy. I went from a DDD to a D and love my perky girls. Recovery is a bit longer than just a lumpectomy as both breasts are involved. Insurance will pay you don't have to wait. If you can find a Plastic Surgeon who is a preferred provider all the better for cost. Good Luck with surgery!

Nash54

Mlp....hope you feel better soon!!!  So sorry you had to be hospitalized ..what a bummer 

jamigb

Brithael I have D-DD breasts too and literally the first thing I said upon diagnosis was maybe I can reduce and lift a little during this process! After my lumpectomy my left breast is now 20 years younger! It is about 2 inches higher than my right now. It doesn't show too much in clothing but it's very obvious without clothes. And...radiation might make it even smaller! I am considering getting the other one to match after all this is over, but not sure I'll still be so ready to do it at the end of this long ride. Who knows how I'll feel by then! Good luck with your surgery!

mustlovepoodles

Thanks for to good vibrations. I'm still pretty puny, but not as bad as I was.

PontiacPeggy

Poodles, are you home now? Hope so.

HUGS!

octogirl

Hugs to you MLP!!!!

mustlovepoodles

Not home yet, Peggy. Hoping the blood cultures are okay and I can go home later today. My back and neck are killing me from laying in this hospital bed!

PontiacPeggy

Poodles, aren't you allowed to sit up in a chair? I can imagine how miserable you are. Fingers crossed!

HUGS!

mustlovepoodles

yes, I'm allowed out of bed. I'm just kinda weak. It doesn't take much to wear me out. I got just exhausted after only eating breakfast.

brithael

@mustlovepoodles- When I was in the hospital for my knee replacement surgery, I felt like the hospital bed mattress had been stuffed with doorknobs. It's much better at home. Hope you get there soon

PontiacPeggy

Aw, Poodles, damn. That has to be discouraging. Obviously you were REALLY REALLY sick.

HUGS!!!

mustlovepoodles

Well, bad news. The doctor Just came in--all my blood counts are low. My white count stopped precipitously overnight. So, at least one more day in the hospital. Foo!

queenmomcat

Poodles: Oh, bleep! any reduction in the fever? but yeah, finding eating breakfast exhausting=really ill.

PontiacPeggy

Poodles, damn! However, you are obviously where you should be as sick as you are. Hurry and get well. Could the low white cell count be because of the chemo? Hurry and get well!

HUGS!!!

mustlovepoodles

yea, the fever is better, although i had a massive cold sweat last night. Theyre not sure if the low counts are a result of chemo or infection. I had Neulasta 5 days ago, so that should have had me covered.

I don't remember ever being so weak and ill. At least I'm not throwing up--that would make the whole situation infinitely worse. My husband has been here much as he can. He has his own health struggles. But he was able to help me walk a lap around the nurses desk a while ago.

PontiacPeggy

Poodles, so glad the fever is better. Well, I'd have thought the Neulasta would have taken care of the problem, too. Shoot. I assume your docs are baffled, too. Glad DH was able to help you do some walking. This has to be hard for both of you.

HUGS!

bluedog

MLP, hope the docs figure out what's going on and fix you up soon. Hugs!

HappyHammer

MLP- Soooo glad you went to hospital when you did! SO sorry you are sick but hoping the docs get you fixed up, feeling stronger and home soon!

Molly50

I will be praying for you MLP!

Nash54

MLP....sorry you are still in the hospital but glad you are getting the care you need. Praying all will be well and you can go home tomorrow and recoup in the comfort of your own home.

Molly50

My two best friends since childhood have been really supportive since my diagnosis. Yesterday they surprised me with matching pink ribbon watches.

Nash54

Molly50....how nice to have such long-time and supportive friends.   Love the watches!!

PontiacPeggy

Molly, you are blessed and love the watches!

HUGS!

zinny

MLP - sorry to hear you are so sick. Positive energy to those antibiotics and your body to knock that infection out!