one more chemo to go!

Kathy2015
Kathy2015 Member Posts: 5
edited October 2015 in Stage III Breast Cancer

I haven't been posting much as the summer of chemo really did me in. 4 A/C and 4 Taxol. I had many infections but was lucky not to be hospitalized. I more chemo to go then a left mastectomy with hopes of reconstruction then radiation. I am a nurse and have been off work since the start of chemo. Not sure when I'll be back to it and even if I will be able to keep pace. I feel weak and unhealthy. This cancer diagnoses has certainly taught me to live one day at a time and appreciate that day. I worry less and let more things go. Its amazing how things have worked themselves out. I am a woman of faith and that has been my anchor, I don't have to fear. Thank you to all the woman who have go before with their wonderful stories of strength that have pulled me through. And to all those that follow, you are not alone, you are surrounded by a faithful army fight hard for you. One thing I would like to see, is a 24/7 chemo urgent care. A place where they know how to treat you and your symptoms. Mash units and ER's just sent me away. My MO only has m-f till 4pm hours no weekends. I had fevers always on the weekends. Just one more chemo to go.

k may2015

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  • ash123
    ash123 Member Posts: 99
    edited September 2015

    Congrats. You are almost there. I completed my six months chemo on August 17. I have the same emotions and gratitude for people before me who post their experiences and make our walk easy through this path. God bless all of us.

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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited September 2015

    Kathy -- thank you for sharing your story with us! We're all here for you as you push through your last treatment and prepare for surgery.

    --The Mods

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  • lkc
    lkc Member Posts: 1,203
    edited September 2015

    congratulations on seeing the finish line! chemo does a real job on us emotionally and physically. i had the same thoughts you are having now, 10 years ago.

    i am totally back albeit missing a few body parts. take it easy , give it time, be gentle with yourself and you will be fine and happy again

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  • tangandchris
    tangandchris Member Posts: 1,855
    edited September 2015

    You're almost there!! ((hugs))

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  • Maureen1
    Maureen1 Member Posts: 614
    edited September 2015

    Hang in there (((Kathy))) - I know what the "home stretch" feels like, I had the same chemo regime that you had! My last dose of Taxol was Dec. 26th 2012 - it took a good 6 months for me to get my energy and sense of taste back...and... some fuzzy hair on my head:) We're all different but what I can tell you is that I found my "new normal" and have been able to get past the side effects so I can enjoy life. I am also a nurse so I know what a tough job it can be - physically and emotionally...I hope your last treatment goes without problem so you can start to recover and heal, we're here for you, take care, (((Hugs))) Maureen

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  • pupfoster1
    pupfoster1 Member Posts: 1,484
    edited September 2015

    Awesome Kathleen!

    You've made it through the toughest part. You'll start feeling better pretty soon after your last Taxol! Best to you on the upcoming surgeries.

    Sharon

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  • hopefour
    hopefour Member Posts: 459
    edited September 2015

    kathy2015...you've done the hardest part I feel. Radiation was not as hard on me! Sounds like you have a handle on the fear..I too am a woman of faith, but did/do struggle with the fear from time to time. Its less about death and more about leaving my family! But, we fought the good fight with our treatments, make the best life style decisions after for remission and trust in God's mercy and grace! You'll love the feel of the fuzzy hair and slowly you'll feel more and more like you again...so proud of you and praying this last chemo is easier!! Thanks for sharing!

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  • Gisg
    Gisg Member Posts: 4
    edited October 2015

    Hi all and hi especially to Kathy 2015----- how are you doing now? Cobgats on completing you chemo ...now almost a month out. Really hoping you are feeling better and doing well. Would love to see an update when you can. I'm jumping in here as I am about one month behind you anfmd you post hit m today. I just had my last chemo today. Yay!!!! ( A and C x 4 dense dose then Taxol, plus herceptin x 12 with addition of perjeta every 3 weeks) and next is Surgery (BMX (left prophelactic)withAxillary node removal had scheduled 11/11/15. I feel good. Have pet scan in 4 days. I'm very strong, faithful, hopeful and optimistic by nature but having some fears ( of the PET scan results and surgery ...some worry creep in these last three days. I maybe reading too much info....... I'm glad God got me through the chemo....... and glad BCO ladies share their journeys and support. Blessing to you.

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  • rainnyc
    rainnyc Member Posts: 1,289
    edited October 2015

    Congratulations to you on finishing chemo! I had my last Taxol on Sept 4 and surgery on Sept 22. So I'm nearly two months PFC and finally feeling like me again (especially the parts of me that digest food!), and I have a cap of fuzz on my head. Also brows and just the start of eyelashes. And, sigh, I'm shaving my legs again, though only about once a week. Starting rads soon, but so glad to be done with Taxol and surgery. I hope that timetable helps.

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