November 2009-Starting Chemo

So I'm back,  and so is the cancer.  Her plan is to put in a port this Thursday.  I will get Zometa, as well as femara once a month and some other iv drug to build up my bones.  They will take my ovaries out in a few months.  I will also be on a clinical trial, not sure what it is called.  I left all my information in my car and my son has it at work.  I am still waiting on my ct scan to make sure it has not gone anywhere else.  If it has then it will be chemo for me.  So much info, not enough brain power today.

HOw scary is the port process?  I have to say it freaks me out.

Just wanted to pop in Michele and see how you are doing! Have you had your port inserted and received your Zometa? I've taken that for years. The first treatment kicks your butt, but they get easier after a while.

Did you get the results of the CT Scan?

Not too sure about Femara. My mom takes it and she says it's a joint killer. I take Tamoxifen. I'm having a complete hysterectomy with ovaries, uterus, cervix, and tubes removed the end of May. Good luck with yours!

Suzie...miss you! Remind me again why you are not on FB?

I am doing good.  I saw the both my onc yesterday.  In fact I say my med onc twice.  I also signed up to be on a Clinical trial.  I start next week, most likely on Friday. I had my first shot of Zoladex to shut down the ovaries.  It is one big mother shot, but I was brave.  I had a ECg and a complete blood work up.  They will book me for another baseline CT scan next week, just before my first treatment.  I will also get the same day Pamidranate to build my bones.  I feel like my head is spinning in five different directions.  The kids took it well, but I have yet to tell my mother.  I know she will take it hard.

I am on facebook so look me up  Michele Pantin Lebouthillier.

Friend equest on it's way Linda, although I don't promise either of you that I go there much

Oh Michele, I am so upset for you. Beyond words. I have not been on here in awhile it gives me terrible anxiety. I know somehow you will be ok. You are a tough lady and will fight this. Look at Linda she inspires me everyday. I am a big believer in the power of prayer and you will be in mine daily.



I had a hysterectomy in March and a lot of tests. So far so good. Thinking the full blown menopause is throwing my body for a loop.



Michele we are all here for you. Please keep us posted. Xo

Ya'll are just being too quiet!  I hope everyone is enjoying their weather! Even Sue...LOL

Hey girls just popping in to say hi.  I seem to be doing well.  First treatment was Friday and it was a breeze.  I had some big time aches on Saturday and Sunday for about an hour each time...Then boom the pain was gone...Strange, but I wont complain

Ct from three weeks ago was good.  I am getting Pamidronate, a bone building treatment..I have changed from Tamoxefin to Femera to shrink the tumor, I hope. 

Michele,

glad your side effects were not too bad with the first treatment !  

Hi Michele!  I've been checking this site for days now, hoping to see a post from you.  Sooooooooooo glad to read that you are doing well and that the side effects haven't been horribly bad. Did you have any trouble with the port?  Doesn't it beat any IV's? (assuming the IV is what you did the last time.)

You are in my thougths daily!  Nette  

Michele, I haven't been here in forever so I just learned your news, I am so sorry to hear that you are dealing with this crap again. I hope that the treatment for the bones has minimal suckiness.

Just thought I'd pop in and check the threads! Thinking of you all. You are so cherished in my heart!

I check every day as well, but don't often have the time to post...I try, though.