May 2013 surgeries

ahh good evening.  I'm just catching up.. thanks for the welcome everyone.  ((hugs)) to all.  I went and was able to find two mastectomy friendly shirts that I can wear to work while I am healing.  DH says they look good one me... so here's to retail therapy.. right cateyz?  And congrats on driving for the first time.. how's the freedom feel?? 

So funny from my house today.. I was going to work this morning (just for a few hours, as it's all I can handle right now).  So I was getting into the van, as it's pouring rain outside.  I have my bag over my shoulder, instead of my arm so it's easier to carry.  I have my water cup (lid with straw) in the same hand.  So I waddled out to the van as fast I could so I don't get too wet and what do I do.. I open the van door only to reach my right arm up to get the bag inside.. to have water pour all over my head... yup... full water cup.. straw + tip = free shower.  OY! ah well... at least it was raining, so no one really noticed.  But I was shaking my head.. so glad no one was with me.  DH wouldn't let me live it down.  

I hope everyone has a peaceful evening.. I just took my happy pills and am going to crash night all.. and thank you....

Congrats sweetpickle on being drain free. Yeah! Congrats to cateyz2 for driving! Go, glad to hear your first rads went well.

Good Morning all!  I'm hoping today is going to be good day!!  I see my surgeon today.  I'm hoping he has solution for the Sedona leakage yuck stuff. I'm willing to get a drain put back in..anything..Although it doesn't hurt.  Ive gone to using maxi pads..as gauze changing 7-8 times a day..enough to catch it..is breaking the bank..well, you know what I mean..it gets pricey..maxi pads are thick too. Still MAJOR AGGRAVATION..and metallic smell on my nerves. Plus, hoping infection gone.

Ambnh-- we r on the same schedule! Have u lost any hair yet??? I've felt ok except for this port. Had 2 very tired days in bed. Prilosec has been on my list of drugs!!!! Are u having any problems sleeping??

Hi Alibeths! Nice to meet you and I'm really glad to have someone in the same schedule!



Sleep-wise, it's been my tissue expanders that are affecting my sleep. Still in a recliner almost 5 weeks post surgery.



I have felt pretty good so far with the chemo up until last night. I awoke battling a fever - chills, 100.6. It broke towards the morning but I put a call in to my medical oncologist to be safe.



I haven't seen my hair falling out yet but my daughter said its thinning on the top of my head. I am constantly rubbing my head stubble to see if it comes out! I stopped having my eyebrows waxed in March when I got diagnosed in hopes that if they got good and bushy some of the hairs might not fall out! I'll let you know if my approach is successful or not?



When is your next treatment? Mine is 6/27.



Have a great day!

AMBNH-I HATE to hear you were up with fever last night and still in refliner, no less. I'm so sorry. I hate the chills..when I had the other day all I wanted was to crawl and lie down in hot bath..course couldn't do that..but it was almost like a drug pulling me. I sooo hope you feel better!

Run4Us- Before bc, the only thing I drank was diet soda. When I started chemo I became very thirsty and while sprite or ginger ale settled my stomach, I began to crave water to quinch my thirst. Your tastebuds change too while on chemo and I got picky with my water and ice. We areona well and I had to havebottled water qnd bagged icefrom the store. Dont know why other than tastebuds changed. Im back to being able to drink tap water and Im glad. Water is so much better for you. Just wanted to let you know that switching to water may be easier than you think.



Good luck tomorow!

Thanks ckmoss for showing me how to put my info under my posts.   I couldn't remember the exact dates for my surgery and treatments back in 2006.  I knew the month and year but not the day.  I guessed on that...hope that's ok.  I never thought I would forget those dates but when I had a recurrence I pushed them right out of my mind.

Thanks Gowith... putting those lotions on my list for my store run! 

Hi Run4Us, First, good luck tomorrow. You are going to be great!



Yes, I took the Claritin right after I have myself the shot. They told me to do that for 3 days but I ended up needing it for 4.



My skin seems to be doing ok so Zi just use Vaseline Intensive Care lotion. Always have used this.



Please let me know how your treatment goes!

AMBNH-I'm sorry muscle relaxer is not working well. I've been taking a half one for a year now (originally prescr for pulled muscle in back)because they help me sleep so well.  My gen Dr had prescribed me everything under the sun, even Ambian, and thought I fall asleep none would keep me that way..So that (Soma) works well.  I have been taking whole one PLUS a motrin PM when Im not on Percocets to help sleep over the Lortabs (speed me up) and just plain pain.  Where did you get your head caps to sleep in. I asked on chemo board and got some great websites,,but wonder is there a place around that sell cheap..just something to sleep in. I checked 2 walmarts..no luck.

Run4-My onc nurse said that Crystal Light can be counted as water..she is right too..If I drink like 24-32 oz of that I am in the bathroom non stop. ...the better to get the crappy chemo out! Pomegrante cherry is my favorite. followed by peach tea.

Sweetpickle-Aww is that you? You are kinda how I imagined you! Very pretty!

Ckmoss- aww thanks, that was me at chemo number two. My hair started falling out in clumps just hours sfter that treatment so I shaved my head. Just now getting some downy coverage back.



So sorry to the new TE folks who are in pain, I hope it lets up for you soon!

Just got back from IKEA and I can proudly say I will soon have my kitchen back!! I can't wait!!





AMBNH: This bb thing is freaking me out!! I go back to PS on July 2nd. I'll get him to look at it. I'll let you know what he says. I'm sorry you are having such a time with the TEs.



CKmoss: I hate you are having such a problem with infection. I hope is clears up soon.

Run, I understand about the TEs. I get a fill tomorrow so I hope it's not too uncomfortable.



Ckmoss, I wish I could give you real live-in-person hug. If I lived near you I would bring you dinner. You definitely need a break from all that's been happening!



Ann

ckmoss, my party is not until July 7 (it's hard to keep track of everyone). I am getting very excited about it. I've gotten a lot of comments from gals who have gotten their invitation and said they are coming. I will share highlights.



I hope everyone is having a good night. I am tired after three days of work. Tomorrow is a 3.5 hour drive to Mayo but my DH will drive so I can sleep!



Ann