October 2011 Chemo group

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  • auntienance
    auntienance Member Posts: 4,216
    edited December 2011

    Dia123, it will definitely make you feel better to see some progress!

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  • LuvRVing
    LuvRVing Member Posts: 4,516
    edited December 2011

    Carla - it never hurts to ask if they'll forgive the late fee this one time.  Talk to a manager.  You might find someone with compassion.

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  • LoriKristine
    LoriKristine Member Posts: 17
    edited December 2011

    Carla- I'd punch that manager in the throat for you if I could. I have enough energy for that at least. I mean really! Cut a girl some slack!



    I had taxol #2 today. It really is a breeze compared to AC. I get tired but the nausea is gone. Thank heaven!

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  • Terry71
    Terry71 Member Posts: 293
    edited December 2011

    dia- Surgery is booked for Dec 14th so here I go not happy about being down for christmas but oh well I guess its time to suck it up just wish the dr would have taken the breast when I said to back in JUNE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Instead says No I wont have to we will go with lumpectomy so I agreed, 6 months later rad onco says hed like it gone for chance of local reoccurance with it gone 8% chance of it coming back 60% if I keep it so BYE BYE BOOBIE haha...... 

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  • WIMusicMaker
    WIMusicMaker Member Posts: 78
    edited December 2011

    Good Morning Everyone

    Terry-I am so sorry! I don't blame me for being unhappy. It just stinks! I am sending good thoughts and prayers your way for an easy surgery and recovery. 

    I think we should all storm Carla's manager's office. Imagine a bunch of bald and cranky women cauing some trouble. He would not have a chance!

    I am fighting a cold today. Grrrrr! I still hope to get something accomplished even if it is finishing a book. I am going to make some tea now.

    Have a great day everyone!

    Mary 

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  • Terry71
    Terry71 Member Posts: 293
    edited December 2011

    Thank you so much WIMusicmaker, I agree a bunch of BALD, Very cranky, Annoyed, Ticked off women would scare the heck out of anyone LOL I can picture us all now in a line marching in there, he would run and hide for sure hahaha.... I know I would LOL   Hope you feel better real soon Mary, big hugs to all

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  • auntienance
    auntienance Member Posts: 4,216
    edited December 2011

    Mary, I like the image of a bunch of bald and cranky women! Formidable! Terry, I'm sorry about this twist on this damned crazy roller coaster ride. Stay strong sister!

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  • Lady-di
    Lady-di Member Posts: 150
    edited December 2011

    Mary.. Thanks for the image that is in my head now. They wouldn't have a chance against us. Lol. Hope you feel better soon.



    Carla..I do hope you take Michelle's advice. The fact you've never been late before should also count for something too. They might surprise you. I hope so!!



    Terry.. I can understand that it's hard to be put in this position now when it was what you wanted in the first place, but at least now you will never have to second guess yourself about it. If you had not followed there advice you may have always wondered "what if". BUT yes it does still suck!!!! Will be thinking of you that day and hope you have a speedy recovery.

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  • fredntan
    fredntan Member Posts: 1,821
    edited December 2011

    DH back. suprisingly appetite back and now able to sleep. I'm such a wimp without him. want to burn my big girl panties. slept so good last night.

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  • mkerwin
    mkerwin Member Posts: 4
    edited December 2011

    Cfdr--I finally found someone else who wasn't supposed to need chemo , but was surprised by their Oncothpe score. Mine was a 19--really surprising, especially since I had a non-agressive, slow growing stage 1 kind. I started CMF Oct . 5. Not many people like me out there.

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  • cfdr
    cfdr Member Posts: 549
    edited December 2011

    mkerwin--what my onc told me was that 18 and under is definitely no need for chemo, 33 and over is definitely need chemo, and in between is a gray zone. Mine was smack dab in the middle at 25 but she did the math to show me how it was still to my advantage. I'm a bit surprised they are giving it to you at 19, but maybe they recommend it for everyone in the "gray" zone. I'm also always a little baffled by what regimen they choose, and why. I'm on TC. Are you ER/PR+?

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  • Carla9112
    Carla9112 Member Posts: 162
    edited December 2011

    Hi everyone - it would have been a hoot to storm the leasing office!!  Imagine a bunch of bald women coming in at one time.  Too funny.  I went back to them and told that I thought the amount they were charging was ridiculous.  They waived it for me.  Yeah!!  Lord knows that between cancer and Christmas every penny counts these days.

    I'm still trying to get over TX 4.  It was the hardest one so far.  I keep hoping that they are going to get easier but I guess that's wishful thinking. I just need to enjoy these next few weeks and not think about the next one.

    Have you guys noticed that we haven't heard from some of the regulars lately?  I hope that they are doing okay.

    Hope you all have a good night.

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  • julsjewels11
    julsjewels11 Member Posts: 66
    edited December 2011

    The Bald and Brave: With Christmas coming,I have decided to take a break from posting for awhile...In hindsight I was becoming too consumed with checking posts constantly and feeling guilty if not replying asap. I am not able to do this in a relaxed fashion.This journey is very personal in the way that we must handle it, even though we all share it as breast buddies. I have to focus on getting through this next few months with as little guilt and pressure as I can so I am giving up control of some things and trying to channel my energy on my journey.

    I am sure we will all come out of this stronger and better and I wish all of you the best. May you have a blessed Christmas and my hopes for a healthier and happy 2012. God Bless, Juls

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  • perts1
    perts1 Member Posts: 62
    edited December 2011

    Juls - I will miss your posts and your wit.  I do hope you will at least update us from time to time because we all are concerned about anyone we don't hear from - like Carla said.  I'm very hopeful that those we don't hear from are doing well and are busy getting through the holidays.  Very best wishes to all.

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  • barbyjean
    barbyjean Member Posts: 108
    edited December 2011

    Hi ladies, Breast Buddies!

    I'm one of the missing regular voices here, I haven't posted for 3 weeks. What with Thanksgiving, Christmas, extra company, my birthday (59!) I am barely keeping up with priority #1, which is taking care of myself. My goal for Christmas is to be relaxed and smiling as much as possible, forget the cleaning, decorating, cooking...... shopping..... if I can manage it without too much stress, OK, otherwise it's not going to get done! The best gift I can give to my family and friends is them knowing I'm going to be OK. All the rest doesn't matter!

    I just had Tx #4 yesterday, it went without a hitch but my ankles swelled last night. I'm waiting for a call back from the nurse to see how I should treat it. My SE's have been minimal, except for extreme weakness and fatigue the first week. My regular doctor started me on a low dose of thyroid medication, maybe that will help. My sister arrives today for several days to take care of me - I'm so lucky! She is a massage therapist so that's an extra bonus!

    I have lots of catching up to do on posts, but I send good healing wishes to everyone here. I love you all!

    Barb 

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  • TAPPY
    TAPPY Member Posts: 283
    edited December 2011

    Still around...just dead dog tired. HA....I am working 7:30 - 11:30, so when I come home it is lunch and nap, then maybe a load of laundry, dinner lite (Soup) , bath and bed. And I dont sleep really good - more like and off and on.....At least it is getting cold here and I breathe easier.

     I am dreading the switch to Taxol next week -as I hate not to  know what to expect.

    treatment 4 knocked me back...and I am still not having "good days" a week later.   Dang it I want a few good days !!!   My coworkers planned the holiday lunch around my good days and I appreciate it so much...I will have to gag down some food however....meat for some reason is a big turn on to me right now.  So I hope we have some good veggie side dishes.

     I did go get "fitted"and that whole process wore me out.

    A good frend of mines mother passed away and I cant go to the wake(as there will be tons of people) and I just cant risk getting sick again...I feel so bad and paranoid.  I will send flowers - but it is not that same as being there in person to give a hug.  I

    I hope every one is having a good week...we all need a few good days to remind us of what is going to come down the road.

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  • fredntan
    fredntan Member Posts: 1,821
    edited December 2011

    does anyone going on Taxol know anything about applying cold paks to feet to possibly lessen neuropathy ? I wonder how you do it.

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  • fredntan
    fredntan Member Posts: 1,821
    edited December 2011

    I found answer. there is thread called taxotere toolbox. search for it. its small and has lots of good info.

    but basically you ice down extremities with frozen peas-just keep refreezing. I'm doing mine weekly for 12 weeks

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  • wildrumara
    wildrumara Member Posts: 450
    edited December 2011

    Good evening ladies - Well, I am six days post treatment #4 and wish I could say I'm bouncing back, but I'm not (and I thought the third one was hard?)  Usually by day 4 or 5, I am pretty functional, but not this time!!!!!    I have read every one of your posts, but my chemo-brain prevents me from formulating a coherent response to each of you.  I know I sound like a broken record, but its the same ol, same ol.......haven't eaten anything substantial since Saturday.  I just can't force myself to eat.....that is probably the worst part.  Hoping tomorrow will be better!   Getting a second opinion tomorrow from an oncoplastic surgeon here in my area regarding plastic surgery after mastectomy.......praying that I will be a candidate for this type of procedure once my surgery is scheduled (probably in February).  Tumor still not shrinking much, but will have ultrasound on the 19th to get a better look.  That's about it.  Hang in there ALL OF YOU!!   Thanks for making me laugh!!!!

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  • susanwmcg
    susanwmcg Member Posts: 76
    edited December 2011

    Hi All,

    I read all your posts but get overwhelmed replying so usually say nothing. So sorry, you have been so helpful and I appreciate that.



    My final TC was today. I am praying I sleep this weekend so I can function next week. We leave for family Christmas trip to Hawaii.



    Best to all of you,

    Susan

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  • stjude10
    stjude10 Member Posts: 390
    edited December 2011

    Hi all! Sorry I haven't posted in a while. I have been feeling pretty good so keeping busy with all there is to do this time of year. Not sleeping so great at night, and napping during the day. I'm getting them turned around I think.

    Susan=Hawaii, WOW it sounds fabulous! I've always said I'd heal faster on a beach with a cold one! Hope you have a great time, you and your family deserve it.

    Tappy=so sorry to hear that you're drained. I don't know how you do it, that's for sure! Hopefully the next tx won't be so tiring.

    Carla,I agree with you...we would definitely be a force to be reckoned with!

    Wildrumara=hope the weekend finds you feeling better w/more energy.

    barbyjean=hope your ankles have come down. Wonder what that's all about.

    I went from being worried about how tx3 would hit me to being worried it didn't work. I have a feeling no4 will knock me on my ass for Christmas. That'd be my luck! Hope everyone has an ok weekend w/minimal se's.

    PS, I'm over the whole bald thing and getting anxious for my hair to grow back!

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  • cfdr
    cfdr Member Posts: 549
    edited December 2011

    Sounds like a lot of us are wrapping up treatment. I go for TC#4 today. The last 10 days have been so good that I can hardly believe I'll be flat on my back again by Tuesday. I actually made plans for this weekend since the weekend after is usually OK...hoping to enjoy myself a little bit before the yuck week begins. My husband is taking off from work on Tuesday just to be with me, and he would take off Wednesday too except that he's scheduled for his annual review that day. He wasn't able to be around too much for the first 3 cycles, so it's really a comfort to know that he'll be able to help out more next week. Even if I'm just lying around like a slug, it will be nice to have company while I do so!

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  • Lady-di
    Lady-di Member Posts: 150
    edited December 2011

    Hi everyone,

    It's great to hear from everyone. Please dont feel you need to reply to everyone. I know that I can't either. I also was knocked for a loop with treatment 4. I'm only half way now. I think I spent the day yesterday crying. Today is much better. I decided today that I really wanted to go to my work Christmas party. It's tomorrow night. I had told them a month ago that I would pass on it this year because I had no idea how I'd feel. I know of one couple who can't go after all and thought I could just take their place. When I talked to the girl today I found out that they included me in just in case. More tears when I heard that. Now what to wear and do I wear the wig I hate or a scarf. Decisions, decisions... But under either I will be bald and brave...

    Have a good weekend everyone

    Diane

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  • LuvRVing
    LuvRVing Member Posts: 4,516
    edited December 2011

    Diane - do you have a Santa hat?  That is exactly what I would wear tonight if I were going to a party!  Enjoy every minute, whatever you decide!  Everyone will be so happy to see you!

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  • Lady-di
    Lady-di Member Posts: 150
    edited December 2011

    Michelle.. Lol. I'm not that brave yet. But you would be rockin that hat with all that hair. Have you had to re dye it yet. I'm sure your roots are showing hehe. I like the new picture!!!

    Diane

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  • LuvRVing
    LuvRVing Member Posts: 4,516
    edited December 2011

    I have dyed my hair three times. The roots were really showing this last time. I think it had been about three weeks since the last time. If I wore a Santa hat, none of my hair would show! The one I have is pretty big.

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  • auntienance
    auntienance Member Posts: 4,216
    edited December 2011

    I bought a red sequined Santa hat to wear to our family party.

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  • Terry71
    Terry71 Member Posts: 293
    edited December 2011
    Surgery date is creeping up on me and Im scared now... went for pre admit today and Now Im freaked because I know its coming in 5 days.    Cry
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  • fredntan
    fredntan Member Posts: 1,821
    edited December 2011

    I was talking to my sister yest. she's older than me. I've allways been the strong one. I'm really not anymore. But I swear I've told her over and over again about breast density and to get your mammo reports. She went up to big center for her mammo. I said whats your breast density? IDK Did you get report? no. He said mammo was fine. she lifts up her shirt and asks if they look fine/dense. On the inside I'm like how can I Fucking tell from just looking. I try not to look at her like she's crazy. But sometimes its just like I'm like talking to a wall. I mean here is someone that is close to me. I've been telling her to get copy of mammo. to know her breast density. If she can't understand, how are others going to understand how important that is. just so frustrating. I've told all my friends everything I wish I'd known pre BC.

    Terry-Lets celebrate-that cancer will technically be gone out of your body in 5 days. Its time that cancer goes away. 

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  • TAPPY
    TAPPY Member Posts: 283
    edited December 2011

    Terry - I dont think the surgery was as bad as the chemo. - and Yes it will be gone...a good way to look at it.

    I went to put hubby on a plane this morning.  Gone to Holland/Hungray for work...30 days.

    I will miss having him, he was my rock, he mopped my floors for me before he left this morning....dang I love than man....... his company left him alone for 2 1/2 months while I started surgery and treatment  and paid him, so I cant complain.

    I am praying Taxol wont kick my ass like AC - as my sister in law will be taking me to treatments.

    I did a pedicure this morning and I told the girl to clean out the pedi bowl really good and no cutting...she told me about her Dad who just got thru chemo (gastro cancer) - she treated me really well, was extremely gentlel.....I left my nails nude so I could watch them carefully.  I hope 4 taxol treatments wont ruin them. 

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