Newly diagnosed stage 4 breast cancer

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LanieM414
LanieM414 Member Posts: 9
edited May 2016 in Stage IV/Metastatic Breast Cancer ONLY

Hello everyone. My name is Melanie but I go by Lanie, and I'm newly diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer that mestastatsized to my brain. It was the seizure that saved my life.

I had brain surgery to remove a malignant lesion on the right frontal lobe. All went well and I had 3 rounds of radiation.

When I got the diagnosis, I was so scared but calm. My doctors told me I'll never be cured, but I'm treatable. I just started chemotherapy, every Friday for 3 weeks, then 1 week off, for 6 cycles. I just turned 40 and have an amazing family and friends by my side. I'm staying positive and going to stay strong.

I'm happy to have found this community and looking forward to giving support as we battle this war together.




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  • Beatmon
    Beatmon Member Posts: 1,562
    edited April 2016

    Lanie, I'm so sorry that all of this has happened. There are an amazing group of women on these boards that you will get to know.

    Was your first chemo today?

    I just returned home from 5 days in Napa...living proof you can still have fun when Stage 4 !


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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited April 2016

    Lanie-

    We want to welcome you to our community here at BCO. We're so sorry you find yourself here, but we hope you find the support and encouragement you need as you begin down this road!

    The Mods

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  • LanieM414
    LanieM414 Member Posts: 9
    edited August 2016

    Thank you. No, Tuesday will be my 3rd, cycle 1. I'm looking forward to a week off! So many doctors appointments and test the past 2 months. But I'm staying as strong as I can and living life! Cancer won't win, I will!

    Napa!!! I've always wanted to go! Glad you enjoyed your trip!!

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  • LanieM414
    LanieM414 Member Posts: 9
    edited August 2016

    Thank you so much for the warm welcome! I look forward to all the support and encouragement.

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  • Tresjoli2
    Tresjoli2 Member Posts: 868
    edited April 2016

    welcome Lanie! Where are you being treated? I'm in carlisle :-) sorry you're here but you'll find great support

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  • LanieM414
    LanieM414 Member Posts: 9
    edited August 2016

    At the Simmonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center in Fitchburg. I live 5 minutes away so it's not too bad. Great group of doctors and nurses

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  • Kandy
    Kandy Member Posts: 1,461
    edited April 2016

    Welcome to this elite group although I am sorry you had to join us. So glad you have your treatment plan in place. I hope chemo goes well for you. This is an amazing group of people that shares advice, experiences, or just lends an understanding ear. I wish you nothing but the best.

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  • artistatheart
    artistatheart Member Posts: 2,176
    edited May 2016

    Hi Lanie, I'm very sorry you have to join us too but welcome! It is true that this is a great, caring, supportive group and you will see that many women lead and live a full and joyous life even with BC. Best wishes on your start of chemo and stay in touch!

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