Could these be symtoms of metastases?

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Hello ladies, have not been on here in some time. Had kind of moved on since my diagnosis 3 years ago. But now I have been feeling really crappy the last week. I keep thinking I'm getting the flu but it doesn't happen. Have woke up the last three nights with a pounding headache "last night was the worst" Feel very tired and achey and icky. Will make a dr. app. tomorrow. Just wondering "of course" if these are possible signs of a recurrence? Can't stand the thought of my 12hr. shift tomorrow. Depressing :(  Thanks for any input.

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2013

    I am certainly not an expert and do encourage you to do exactly what you are by seeing your dr. Having said that, I haven't read about any of your symptoms (taken together) indicating mets and it does sound more like a low grade flu-ish thing (I got my flu shot this year and ended up with what seemed like a very mild case that still made me miserable for about a week). Even bad allergies, sinus issues, or a cold could cause those same symptoms. Hopefully, your dr visit will put your mind at ease. And many of us have heard from our MOs that, as a rule of thumb, we should report anything that lasts for 2-4 weeks.



    Hope you feel better soon. Let us know what happens!

  • Annie62
    Annie62 Member Posts: 1,081
    edited February 2013

    I agree with what Ysa said but wanted to add that maybe you should make sure you are drinking enough fluids. Sometimes when I'm dehydrated I feel sluggish and get headaches.

    I hope you feel better soon.

    Annie

  • weety
    weety Member Posts: 1,163
    edited February 2013

    My onc always said give it the "2 week" rule.  In other words, don't panic till you hit day 14!  I have to tell myself this ALL THE TIME!

  • sunny5
    sunny5 Member Posts: 12
    edited February 2013

    Symptoms are different with mine, I've have headaches  for last 4,5 month, and kind mild on and off, different spots of head, sometimes left back of head, or right top of head or left top of head....my onc. suspects brain mets and ordered me take MRI. MRI will be taken on 19th, Tuesday.

  • dogsandjogs
    dogsandjogs Member Posts: 1,907
    edited March 2013

    I've had on and off dizziness for the last few months. Also very high BP which maybe is causing the dizziness. But---does anyone know what the symptoms of brain cancer is?  I didn't even think of the possibility until just now.  I had a lumpectomy 2 years ago (a second primary, first was 30 years ago)

  • Flautalee
    Flautalee Member Posts: 118
    edited March 2013

    I am, I guess in the same place as you. I woke up this morning with excruciating pain all the way down my left leg starting at the greater trochanter (where the top bone has a large bump), and more numbness on my left foot than I usually have. The pain gradually subsided, but of course I am terrified that this might be mets to the bone. Just called my Onc's office. He's not here today but they said a nurse will call me back. Hoping you are OK.

  • kglee
    kglee Member Posts: 40
    edited March 2013

    I just finished radiation on 1/31/13 and been on Tamoxifen for a few weeks.  I have had lightheadness for a couple of weeks. I have tried staying hydrating, while it is better it is still continuing.  I seem to get short of breath easier than I use to as well.  I am not an over weight person either.  Oncologist denies that this is the Tamoxifen and told me to go see my general doctor.  They did some blood work and waiting on results.  Has anyone had these same issues.  Has anyone heard of recurrence so soon after treatment?

  • christina1961
    christina1961 Member Posts: 736
    edited March 2013

    Karen, I have had bouts of dizziness and also shortness of breath since starting tamoxifen a year ago.  I recently had a clean chest xray.  I have even gone to the allergy doctor and started using an inhaler since starting tamoxifen.  My lung function has improved since being on the inhaler - I had developed adult asthma (I had it as a child).  I don't know if it is a coincidence or a side effect of the tamoxifen but I have read others complaints about shortness of breath.  The dizziness finally went away after having it for a couple months soon after starting Tamoxifen.  I also had fatigue - which seems less constant now although I still struggle with it.  I do have a very busy life however, and I'm still not sleeping well - probably due to working too much and not getting enough exercise.  

  • kglee
    kglee Member Posts: 40
    edited April 2013

    Has anyone had pain or soreness around where the lymph nodes were taken out after treatment was completed.  It has been a couple of months after treatment and am trying to exercise/strength train as well increase my walking.  Could this make it sore, is this normal?  I am having trouble feeling like myself again.  Does that make sense?

  • netty64
    netty64 Member Posts: 4
    edited April 2013

    Hi Karen,

    Yes, even after my surgery a few years ago, I am still tender in that area. I also had radiation in that area which adds to the tenderness. At one point, it became so sore that I had to go for physical therapy for a few weeks. My diagnosis is basically the same as yours. Perhaps you can meet with your breast surgeon and she may prescribe physical therapy to help build strengh in that area? 

  • kglee
    kglee Member Posts: 40
    edited April 2013

    Thanks, Netty.

  • MelsMontie
    MelsMontie Member Posts: 72
    edited April 2013

    I have headaches, vision problems and dizziness. I am waiting for a call from my oncol. nurse... see if she thinks it is enough to come in.... I am terrified. It has been a while since the BC. I never have regained all of my strength. Chemo brain is still with me. I am extremely irritable lately too. I should be on a cloud, because my daughter is engaged and plans to marry here in my backyard. She graduated from college, and has a wonderful fiance. so much to look forward to... but I just have that sinking feeling... ya know?



    Mel

  • ahdjdbcjdjdbkf
    ahdjdbcjdjdbkf Member Posts: 645
    edited April 2013

    Karen, I have the same soreness. My cancer surgeon told me as long as it feels smooth and not bumpy, it's just nerve damage and not cancer. Mine are very sore still over a year later.

  • Kellylee1010
    Kellylee1010 Member Posts: 1
    edited April 2013

    I am new to ever posting my concerns. I was diagnosed with stage 1 her2nu + 2010. I had no lymph node involvement, a lumpectomy, chemo, herceptin for a year, and radiation. For the past several months I have pain in my legs arms and back. I'm concerned about reoccurrence and bone cancer. Does anyone know the signs to look for? Thanks!

  • bevin
    bevin Member Posts: 1,902
    edited April 2013

    Hi kellylee, I'm sorry I don't know the answer to your question, but am certian someone will be along soon to respond.  Good luck, I hope you are well.

  • lago
    lago Member Posts: 17,186
    edited April 2013

    Kellylee1010 any pain you are having that lasts over a month is an issue. You need to get this checked out. It may not be mets but it's something. This is not normal but

    Are you on any drugs like Tamoxifen or an aromatase inhibitor like Arimidex/Anastrozole? These drugs can make you stiff and is a common side effect. I'm on Anastrozole. I find I'm not as stiff as I used to be but that because I exercise daily, including 2X a week strength training.

    Even it if its a side effect from these drugs you need to let your oncologist know. If you were hormone negative then these drugs would not be prescribed for you. Sorry I don't know your diagnosis because you haven't filled out that information on your profile.

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