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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007
    LOL, Mary on "maybe if I go topless they won't ask me for so much $". Ha-ha!!!

    Robertin, cracking up at the drivers comment. Do you have a pink magnetic ribbon on your car or anything?

    I am happy to report that I didn't wear my wig a once all week long in Calif. Actually, didn't even bring it...only the "hoop of hair" and that was so itchy, I didn't use that either. I did topless several times and scarves other nights when I couldn't get the hair to spike up right w/the gel.

    Shorti, place your staying sounds like our "Ronald McDonald" houses in the US. Thank God for that stuff.

    Jan, can't find the story on your DH yet. Maybe I haven't read it yet. I'm not reading in order.

    Sorry about your cat, MizSissy. That certainly wasn't a pleasant thing to come home to. Speaking of home, I'm home. Just got in tonight.
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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007

    Melia and Viddie, hang in...the countdown is totally on now. You def. will have a rough couple of weeks, but remember it's not you..it's the drugs. Say that like a mantra every time you feel in a slump. I swear, it's nearly impossible to see it from the outside perspective when you are going through it.

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  • NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING
    NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING Member Posts: 778
    edited June 2007
    Hello again!

    Robbin, so nice to see your posts. Bunky was eighteen years old, and his sister and litter mate died last September. Yeah, you really do start to wonder how long your cats will last once you get past a decade. We were lucky to have them both as long as we did, but I am wondering if we shouldn't have put them down sooner.

    We knew Bunky was failing; he got very sick right before we left and we took him to the vet, got him stabilized and he seemed to be doing so much better that we left him in the care of our catsitter who knows him & loves him and was coming in twice a day. But we feel *terrible* that we weren't here when he died. After 18 years you'd think he'd at least deserve that. So we've decided that in the future we're not going to wait until the end; we kind of wish we'd put both he and his sister down sooner, because the end came so suddenly and unexpectedly in both cases, and we feel bad about the suffering they went through. But we feel relieved now that his suffering is over, and we know if there is a heaven, our cats are waiting to greet us there!

    Lots of posts and medical issues. My goodness, with so many of you getting swelling and having to take lasix, you'd think we should have been warned. Nancy, I do hope you are feeling better soon.

    Mel, having a chest cold *on top of* surgery must be a real bummer, you must feel like they really have it in for you. Hope you feeling stronger and healthier soon!!!

    Sharon, we are *SO GLAD* to know you are OK and out of the hospital. You scared the bejeenies out of us with your emergency. Hope you can go camping soon!!! I've been wondering if we could meet up somewhere in Mich or Ontario for a camping weekend!!!

    Melia, so sorry about your sick cat. I know what you must be going through. I just don't know what kind of good solution there is with geriatric cats. You don't want to lose them, but you don't want to see them suffer either.

    Hope everybody had a nice father's day. Jan...sorry your hubby had such a traumatic event in the ER; that's scary having a reaction like that to drugs.

    Speaking of infections and Emergency Rooms, Lynn, that port infection sounds pretty annoying. I utter hate going to "Emergency" rooms; I think it's better to call them "Waiting Rooms."

    Skye, I can certainly understand that emotional reaction to being attacked by dogs. I think every person should have a right to feel safe enough to walk in their own neighborhood. In our neighborhood, we have a number of very angry barking dogs that are kept at bay by *invisible* fences. Not seeing any barrier there does not give you much a sense of security.

    I loved seeing the picture of Dar and Joni; thank you Jan for posting. Joni, that's you on the right isn't it?! And Dar, if that's you on the left, I must say your hair looks great. I can't wait to wear mine.
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  • NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING
    NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING Member Posts: 778
    edited June 2007
    (cont'd)

    I decided to post what I had quickly before losing it. Lost a big one on Friday..

    Thank you all so much for all the nice compliments on Gina and the clothes. It is exciting and I hope she and I can make something happen for ourselves in fashion design.

    It's 3 AM in the morning, and I'm nursing a lot of little mosquito bites right around my ears. This happens every time I go camping since the hair loss; ladies, be careful of those sensitive newly exposed scalp areas.. Those mosquitos love 'em.

    Looking forward to trying out the new chat system....

    Love to all, Mizsissy
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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited June 2007
    Joni – I’m jealous. Banff is high on my list of places I’d like to see. I’ve read about the hotel and it sounds wonderful. Long drive from here though – LOL. I bought a swimming prothesis in addition to my regular one. They are very similar except the swim one is clear and has a convex shape to the back. I didn’t want to risk damaging the other one.

    MARY! I finally got the same error message in chatzy that you were getting. Look in the upper right hand corner of the screen and you will see a log in/register button. Click that and then enter your email in the top/center portion of the screen. If that still doesn’t work try changing the “your name/alias” field to a slightly different name.

    TPPJ – Glad that you are home safely, sounds like a wonderful trip.
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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007

    Thanks, Jan. I've been busy this am re-reading my old posts and deleting some that contain "TMI". I'm a little wigged out by the troll...

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  • skyedivine
    skyedivine Member Posts: 839
    edited June 2007
    Hi Ladies,
    Welcome Pat, you are already part of the sisterhood!
    Amera, "edgy and cool" sounds great to me! I'm still at "Marine commando."
    Debbie, that story about the lady getting mauled to death scared the bejabbers out of me, and Robertin, your daughter's experience was also very sobering. I decided that I will call the sheriff, though I've been reluctant to get involved and have added emotional distress plus that abusive guy angry at me. We've never had anyone like this on our street and everyone is so upset. He seems to have the sheriff on his side too. He is building a fenced area in his yard which is against our association covenants but everyone just wants to see the dogs fenced up so maybe that will end it. Thanks to everyone for your support on this, it has me very wound up which is not good for my health!

    Mel I'm glad you felt good enough to post, and Caya how was the big party?
    Shorti it sounds like your time at the Lodge will be almost a vacation...enjoy!
    Mizsissy, much sympathy over the loss of your beloved pet. Those little guys are such blessings in our lives while we have them.
    Joni, Banff sounds lovely. Snow in Kanananskis? It's going to be 90+ here today.
    Robbin it sounds like you needed the rest!
    Viddie did you have any luck getting rid of your swelling?
    Caya, that blue vein thing is SCARY! It must be from the Herceptin, which can do weird things according to that other site. Hope you got to the doc!
    Lynn, hope that nasty port infection continues to heal and you don't need any more of those shots. I will probably have a severe case of the willies when it's time to get mine out next year.
    Have not read page 146 yet so I'll prob'ly have to post again. - Skye
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  • mer1957
    mer1957 Member Posts: 534
    edited June 2007

    BBQ was great yesterday with my son's future-in-laws. We are so much alike and they are great people and they're not expecting much money for the wedding which is a good thing. Then I got up at 3 am and drove my DS to the airport, got there at 4:45 (there's not much traffic on the road at that time of day?) I turned around and was home at 6:30. I tried twice to go back to sleep but no use. It will be an early night tonight. Had rads at 8:20 a.m. and then to my regular onc (chemo) for a follow up. He said get another CT scan in September and if there is no change then the port can come out. He gave me a scrip for Tamoxifen but said he usually likes to wait until after rads to finish before you start the Tamox so you don't blame the hot flashes, tiredness, etc. on the Tamox when it could be the rads, so I'll mail away for it and see. I'm going to schedule a gyn appt too. I actually came away from the appt feeling good at survival. I'll try to get in on the chat tom if my log in works. Take care, you're all in my thoughts and prayers.

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  • tlc60
    tlc60 Member Posts: 83
    edited June 2007
    Mizsissy, so sorry to hear about your kitty! I know how you love your cats, and it is very sad to lose a pet after having her so long.

    I just got back from the rads onc, and I have finished the regular radiation, and now I have 8 boosts and I'm done! I think I will feel a bit lost, but I am looking forward to having my life back!
    OK ladies, here's one for you. For those of you who had the blue dye to trace you sentinal node: do you still have a "Tiddy Bowl" boob?? I still have blue, and all my onc says everytime he sees it is "Amazing. You still have the blue!" I'm begining to think it will never fade. I had my surgery Nov 27, so that means a full 6 1/2 months with a blue boob, and it's not showing any signs of lightening up. Just curious if anyone else has this too, or am I just a freak?

    Have a good night ladies!

    tlc
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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited June 2007
    Here's the wig I ordered. Please give me your most honest, blunt opinion. It feels like something died on my head. DH says he doesn't like it. So, please chime in. Don't let me go out of the house wearing this thing if it doesn't look OK.

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  • skyedivine
    skyedivine Member Posts: 839
    edited June 2007
    Jan I think it looks adorable and very natural from the front but the side view maybe could use just a little styling or trimming. Any stylist could do that for you. I think the color looks great on you.

    TLC I never heard of the blue boob syndrome. Mine (the color) was gone almost right away, as much as I can remember. I've sort of blocked that whole sentinel node thing out, not my favorite memory. Your doc can't tell you if it will fade or not? I'd try googling "sentinel node dye" or something like that and see if it shows up anywhere else.

    Tina I'll be dying my hair red as SOON as I've got just a quarter of an inch more. It's great you managed to go mostly topless in CA. I think my hair overall is growing more slowly than normal. Normally I have to shave my legs almost every day in summer, now it's taking about 4-5 days to reach the same length. So I think my head is the same way and wonder if it's the Herceptin slowing things down. I wore just my pink baseball cap to rads today. Was a bit unnerved because one of the technicians was male for the first time. I put up with him having to see my bosom but not my head...I kept the cap on! I did have some pain afterward again today, but that is only the second time.
    I'll have to go try out the new chat space so I'm ready for tomorrow night. Jane I like the idea of making the Thursday one later to help out the west coast sisters.
    Still trying to get the nerve to call the sheriff about the dogs. Today I walked early in the morning and they weren't out yet. - Skye
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  • tlc60
    tlc60 Member Posts: 83
    edited June 2007
    Thanks Skye, I took your advice and Googled it. What I found out is that the dye is supposed to fade out "almost immediately", "within minutes", and "within a few days at most". However, in a few rare cased, the breast tissue can be "PERMANENTLY tattooed"! Lovely, I hate to think of having to have a blue boob the rest of my life. Aren't the scars enough??

    tlc
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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007
    Jan, I love the wig. I think the length looks more natural on you than the longer one... I bet if I cut mine, it'd be the same for me. I think I'm just a more chin length hair person. I think the side view is OK...it's kind of tucked back behind your ears, summery. I wouldn't feel at all uncomfortable with it. I am feeling a bit odd w/my Kramer hair right now.. it's not that nice, straight course hair that stands up grat w/gel. I think I'm in for the Summer Of Ugly. We've got the big yearly neighborhood to do at the "club" Sunday night too... they go allllllllllllll out w/a fireworks display that rivals the beaches down in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, a bbq on the golf course. All the Stepford wives are dressed to kill... I need to act quickly! Ha-ha!

    TLC, I've heard of blue boob syndrome. I read in my surgery report that my dr. didn't use the blue tracer dye. Never quite understood why not... what's the alternative? Apparently something. I know for sure it fades...you aren't permanently blue boobed.

    Skye, it was nice to go topless as much as I did in Calif. but I was also totally anonymous there. Plus, so many odd looking people. OH is much more mainstream. Not "edgy and cool".
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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007

    Jan, just put your chin up, give us that big smile you have on your avatar and you'll feel more comfortable in that wig too. It's all about your 'tude.

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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007
    Mary, not to get you on any more drugs, , but do you have Lunesta and Ativan. Ativan would have been great to grab a few extra hours sleep when you wake up ridiculously early like that. I find it's the key to my sanity... I'm an entirely diff. person on a good nights sleep. Kudos to me, though...I have been forgetting to take Ativan the last few weeks... must be a sign that my mental health is improving, dealing with this load.
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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007

    Skye, forgot to mention that I am soooooo like you in that I haven't gone topless in any way, shape or form to the onc's office. For some reason, I always have myself 100% put together, looking like Stylish Chemo Patient. I do my nails beforehand, the whole bit. Why? I don't know... I guess subconciously, it's a way of denying I have this disease. Or had it. Whatever.

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  • meliaanne
    meliaanne Member Posts: 682
    edited June 2007
    Mizsissy, I am so sorry about your kitty. That is so hard. We lost Charles in Nov of 05 and still miss him daily. And Beatrice is in early stage kidney failure now, so we are steeling ourselves for our next loss. I think we kept Charles with us longer than we should have and we are going to try to let Bea go while she is still doing ok. But it's hard. So hard.

    Jan, you are adorable. But what counts is how you feel, not what anyone else says. If you feel pretty, go for it. If you don't, get another one. I am thinking that my wig is looking pretty tired, having been wearing it daily since Feb, but am waiting to see my daughters to get their opinions before I get a new one. I figure I need to wear one til Nov, so may just have to invest in another one.

    I tried the chat room and think I am set. Talk to you all tomorrow. Night ladies; sweet dreams.

    Melia
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  • Caya
    Caya Member Posts: 971
    edited June 2007
    Hi gals,

    The Bar Mitzvah party was great - lots of great food, nice hall, beautiful flowers, had fun with the neighbours. I realized this was the first really big function I have attended since dx... it was nice to feel pretty normal.
    The blue veins were lighter today. I was at my cousin's house tonight for another family get-together, and my cousin Elliot is an ER dr. - I showed him my veins, he asked if they were "protruding" the other night, and if I felt any other symptoms like fever, shortness of breath, dizzy etc. - I told him no, or of course we would have gone to emerg. - He said it sounds like my veins may have dilated somewhat, could be a side effect of the Herceptin, and told me not to worry about it. I called my onc.'s office today and told his secretary about it, she said they would call back if the dr. thought it was necessary to see him. They did not call back, so I guess I am okay. Still nauseous on and off - it seems I can't do much about it. I don't eat - I'm nauseous. I eat - I'm nauseous.
    And Viddie - sorry you've joined the swollen ladies club. I think the warm weather may have something to do with it, but I know this is a major s/e of the taxane drugs - and they mentioned this as a s/e of Herceptin on the sheet I got from my hospital. Lovely!!
    Lynn - the port complication sounds awful - And mine, like skye - will be in for another year- OY!!!
    Mizsissy - sorry about the cat.
    Jan - I like the wig, but agree you could get the sides and back trimmed a little.
    Mary - great about the future in-laws - and also about your upbeat attitude about your prognosis.
    shorti - I hope your stay at the PMH lodge is nice. It will be good for you to have the nursing care 24/7.
    I'll check in tomorrow, will try to be at the new chat room
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  • dkmaustx
    dkmaustx Member Posts: 363
    edited June 2007
    Quote:

    Here's the wig I ordered. Please give me your most honest, blunt opinion. It feels like something died on my head. DH says he doesn't like it. So, please chime in. Don't let me go out of the house wearing this thing if it doesn't look OK.



    Jan I agree that It doesn't look bad at all. Maybe it needs a little combing out or styling. I, for one, don't like it when my hair is stuffed behind my ears. I'd rather have my ears covered. Before chemo there were days when I hoped my hair had looked that good. Is the color close to what you used to wear?
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  • dkmaustx
    dkmaustx Member Posts: 363
    edited June 2007
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    OK ladies, here's one for you. For those of you who had the blue dye to trace you sentinal node: do you still have a "Tiddy Bowl" boob?? I still have blue, and all my onc says everytime he sees it is "Amazing. You still have the blue!" I'm begining to think it will never fade. I had my surgery Nov 27, so that means a full 6 1/2 months with a blue boob, and it's not showing any signs of lightening up. Just curious if anyone else has this too, or am I just a freak?

    Have a good night ladies!

    tlc



    TLC, I didn't have the blue dye; my surgeon used the radio active tracer. I'm telling you those were the albsolute worst four shots I've ever received in my life. The technician said I could scream if I needed to. The most I could manage was a loud moan. I hope I never, ever have to go through that again.

    I've heard that the blue dye can last for a while. I hope you start fading soon.
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  • NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING
    NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING Member Posts: 778
    edited June 2007
    Jan, I think the wig looks and hangs very naturally. In most wigs the problem is too much volume, especially on top, and this wig fits your head and makes you look normal. And it is flattering. It looks a little shinier than normal hair, but that's not bad. You might want to use darken your eyebrows and use a little liner to make your eyes match the wig better, then it would look super.

    Before you trim, try brushing and combing it, or just rearrange it with your fingers. I had a hairdresser ruin a $350 wig I'd searched weeks for in 5 minutes. If you get it trimmed, be conservative & careful.

    I just ordered the Ultimo wig from Paula Young and the Jewel and you'd think the first one would have looked good, but it looked like a rat's nest, it was totally hopeless. However, the Jewel wig went right on and looked perfect, however, almost too perfect.

    But I was very encouraged by these wigs that I wanted to try a few more, so I returned the Ultimo and am waiting for 4 more including the same style you have on your head. There is no cost for trying and returning wigs so I thought I might as well get one or even two that I really like, there are so inexpensive.

    Caya...that nausea and problem with veins must have been very scary and taken some of the fun out of that Bar Mitzvah that you'd looked forward to. I hope you are feeling better.

    Melianne, I know your fear about losing a second cat of a pair especially after being so upset the first, but the second time was actually a lot easier. I think what felt bad the first time was the fact that they were each separated by death, but when we put Bunky in the ground with her sister, we felt they weren't lonely anymore. The first experience seemed to prepare us for the second...it was not nearly as bad.

    Mizsissy
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  • TPPJ
    TPPJ Member Posts: 1,017
    edited June 2007
    Debbie, I'm with you: those four sentinel node shot were worse than fifty mastectomies! I don't think I'll EVER forget that pain. Just brutal. And yes...radioactive tracer dye. That's what I got too.

    MizSissy is right when she says the main problem w/wigs is volume. So many make you look like a pumpkin head. Your's doesn't at all, Jan. I think that's why I like it. It's not "big". And I love the shiny factor of the wigs seeing as though my own hair isn't... I look back in pics and it looked so dry. I need to be careful to not overprocess it.

    Caya, weird on the veins/Herceptin connection.
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  • viddie
    viddie Member Posts: 547
    edited June 2007
    Hi,
    I am feeling better today. My swelling goes down when I elevate my legs. It seems to get worse after I go for a walk, but I will continue to walk. I need the exercise. As long as I elevate my legs when I get back, I can manage it. I just feel like a balloon is in my stomach. I know it is only temporary, I hope, but enough of these s/e already!!


    Quote: “You def. will have a rough couple of weeks, but remember it's not you..it's the drugs. Say that like a mantra every time you feel in a slump.” Thanks Tina. That really helped.
    I am glad you had such a great time in Ca. You deserve it.
    Tic,
    I still have the”tiddy bowl” boob. I had my surgery on Dec. 11. My surgeon told me it could take a long time before it fades completely.
    Skye,
    My hair is also growing very slowly. I also think it is the herceptin.
    Jan,
    I like your wig but I agree with Skye about having it styled by a hairdresser to make the cut perfect for you. I also love the color on you.
    Caya,
    Maybe your oncologist can give you something for the nausea. The Bar Mitzvah sounded like fun. It is always great to get together with the neighbors at a big party.
    Mel & Lynn,Nancy and anybody I left out,
    How are you feeling? I hope you are feeling better today.
    Amera & Debbie,
    We are almost done! Just 3 more!!
    Mel,
    I hope you have a successful visit with your surgeon today. Let us know how it went.
    Viddie
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  • Amera
    Amera Member Posts: 452
    edited June 2007
    Jan, I think the wig looks great! I have been going out topless more and it is so liberating. However, I went out yesterday and got a couple of gasps. I guess it's still pretty short. I am so sick of scarves though and I never liked my wig.

    I had an appt with the breast surgeon yesterday. My 6 month follow up. She scheduled an MRI/mammogram for October. They don't do any type of screening for at least 3 months after finishing rads. Both she and the rad dr said the tissue is still too damaged for that.

    She also told me that the new thinking is that rather than stagger the MRI/mammos ever 6 months, they do them together and compare the results. If those are clear, she will then see me every 3 months after that.

    Unfortunately, the MRI takes a while to read and the results will take some time to get. Not looking forward to that. I am having it because my original tumor didn't show up on mammo. Not sure how often I will need them.
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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited June 2007
    I will probably miss the chat tonight. I have the Look Good, Feel Better class until 8:30. I'll log in when I get back to see if you all are still around. Hopefully everything will work smoothly. I’ll be around my computer until about 4:00 this afternoon if anyone else needs the link.

    Caya – glad the party went so well. Have you tried eating very small frequent meals for the nausea? An empty stomach will make it worse for sure. If that doesn’t work ask for drugs like Viddie suggested.

    Lynn – is the infection getting better?

    TLC – my surgeon told me before the SNB that the blue dye could be permanent, but usually fades over time. It wasn’t an issue for me since she cut out all the blue tissue with the mastectomy. Surely it will at least fade.

    Mel – I’m curious to hear about your visit with the surgeon. I’m going to Dr. Allen’s in Charleston tomorrow for a consult. Still haven’t made any progress with the insurance company, but didn’t want to give up my appointment.

    Thanks all for the wig comments. I tried it on right out of the box so hopefully with a little styling and maybe a trim it will look better. It is very close to the color I usually dye my hair. My natural color might have been a bit darker, I can’t remember it’s been gray for so long!

    It is hot here this week - in the mid 90's. I've been taking the dogs for walks in the morning, but it's usually at least 80 even then. I love it, but my 80 lb husky mix isn't a big fan of heat. She's in the house in the air conditioning most of the time. We give her some extra outside time after dark. Anyway, the walks have been great. I'm so glad I finally have the energy for them!
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  • Rebecca
    Rebecca Member Posts: 971
    edited June 2007
    Whoa…miss a day or two and BAM!

    Did not make it to my computer on Sunday because we went to my MIL’s house. She needed us to help her with her computer, and we wanted to go see “The Rise of the Silver Surfer” So I sat at the computer and started to work, but DH jumped in and said he would do it. I got up…and, well, lets just say that his Father’s day present was that I did not yell at him for crashing the computer. It was SO bad that we had to take it with us, and I spent all Sunday night (until about 11) fixing it. Ah well…..The computer is going back today, so I will get my living room floor back!

    Well I am at about the halfway point for my rads, and my boob is officially toasted. It is starting to turn red, and all I have to say is that I am glad that I do not have any feeling in the right half of my boob because that is where it is the worst I imagine that it should be pretty tender.

    I also had a chat with my radiation onc about lymphodema…nobody every gave me the lowdown on that, and she basically told me that I do not have to worry about very much because my breast surgeon was so conservative with the nodes (I had 7 taken out). I am thinking that he did that because of my age, and did not want me to spend the rest of my life worrying, or being at risk for that. I have come to the conclusion that my breast surgeon was awesome….he not only did this for me, but he also spared the nerve that serves my upper inner arm that normally gets cut during a mastectomy. I am told that I have less numbness than most people as a result. Yay me!

    TLC- a blue boob? Wow, that is unusual. A “tiddy titty” I guess I think I had blue dye and some kind of radioactivity, and I agree with Debbie that it was absolutely the worst set of shots I have ever had in my life…the only thing that saved it was the fact that I was so sedated already. It makes me sad that the last sensation I remember from my dearly departed breast is agonizing pain. Apparently my system flushed all of the dye out after the surgery…of course that led to a VERY upsetting first trip to the bathroom because nobody warned me! Ah well. I hope the discoloration fades quickly…have you looked into body makeup to cover it (if it shows at the neckline, that is).

    Jan, I love the idea of our own chat room! I got your email, and I will try to be there tonight, but I might be in transit (heading home) for at least part of it. Your wig looks fine, although it does look a bit crooked in the back, and I agree with Skye that a trip to the stylist for a bit of tweaking may be in order. Otherwise, the color is good and the length and overall style flattering to your face. You are gorgous! (big sloppy kisses)

    Welcome to the group Debbie and Pat!

    Nancy, I hope you are continuing to get better. That swelling is really a beast. It still irks me that more warning is not given!

    Caya, Glad you had such an awesome weekend! That is so strange about your veins…do tell us what your Dr has to say about that.

    Yikes Lynn…that stinks about that infection, but that relay sounds like it was wonderful

    Congrats about going topless Amera…that is a very good question…what DO we do with all these scarves once this is over? Use them to mop up sweat from hot flashes maybe? Wash the car? Make curtains?

    Skye, I am so glad you decided to do something about those awful dogs. I baffles me why people would wish to keep vicious animals as pets…AND allow them to run free like that. Irresponsible. I once had a dog who we knew tended to attack other dogs (she was a rescue, and her previous life left her very aggressive to other animals) Since we knew this about her, we always took precautions…never allowed her out without a leash etc. She was, incidentally, aside from her reaction to other dogs the most gentle sweet animal I have ever known!

    Mizsissy-my condolences on Bunky. Sounds like he found his end in peace, after a long and cherished life.
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    Future inlaws coming over for bbq. I think I might go topless! Maybe they won't ask for so much money towards the wedding if they feel sorry for me! ha ha



    Mary LOL!

    Sharon…I am so glad that you are feeling better. You had us worried there for a bit!
    Viddie YIKES about the swelling, but from the experiences our other sisters have shared I guess you know what to do! Lasix and LOTS of peeing

    Tina we are glad you are back (not that you neglected us on your trip). I am also glad you resolved the Elvira issue….would that I had the same problems, but alas I still have more scalp than hair! It is coming in fast, now. I also think I spied a few baby eyebrows this morning!


    Whew….made it through the posts! Sorry this is so long……
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  • viddie
    viddie Member Posts: 547
    edited June 2007
    Jan,
    Since you and Rebecca will be late for the chat tonight and West Coast is earlier, and we discussed about changing times on one of the nights anyway, why don't we make tonight later-what does everyone think?- 9:30?
    Viddie
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  • Caya
    Caya Member Posts: 971
    edited June 2007
    9:30 works for me.
    caya
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  • Lynn12
    Lynn12 Member Posts: 1,008
    edited June 2007
    Hi Ladies,

    Well, the infection does not seem to be getting better, so I went to see Onc this morning. He has never seen an infection like this 5 days after port removal. He said I'm on a mucho strong anti-biotic, so I should keep with that and put warm compresses on the infection. He wants me to take anti-inflamitory, so called that in as well. He then called my surgeon, I will go see him this afternoon just in case. He doesn't think it needs to be cut open but wants to make sure we cover our bases. I'm also up 8 pounds in a week so back on diuretics, a stronger one than what I was on. Does it ever end?

    I'll try to catch up on posts this afternoon.
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  • luckymel
    luckymel Member Posts: 643
    edited June 2007

    Tami, yes!! I, too, have a permanently blue boob - thought I was the only one, though. My sentinel node was in October, so I've given up on it fading - surgeon says sometimes permanent tattooing can occur. Lucky us. I lost a bit of it during mastectomy, and hope to maybe lose the rest of it during reconstruction.

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