Author LucreziaBorgia Posted November 18, 2007 Author Share Posted November 18, 2007 P.S. Is your daughter scared about getting breast cancer? I am a little bit cause I take after my Mamaw... She isn't scared, but she did ask me if little girls get it. I told her that she did not have anything to worry about right now. She knows that it runs in the family, but she understands that she can live her life and never be affected by it. I think if she keeps a healthy diet, and continues her athletic/exercising lifestyle, does not smoke and gets regular checks (probably starting earlier on than women usually do) she can decrease her chances. There is no guarantee that she will or won't get it, but she is aware of it. I wouldn't say that she is in fear or will live her life in fear though. It has occurred to me that genetic counseling may be in order for her at a later date. My doctor ran it past me as something I may want to look into. Link to post Share on other sites
DazedandConfused66 Posted November 18, 2007 Share Posted November 18, 2007 LB, with 2 daughters, they also recommended it for my wife. Genetic testing is a big deal and even with good insurance, it's mostly out of pocket. And all they can really tell you when they are done is a such-and-such chance of likelihood of it being hereditary. Instead, we have opted to encourage the girls to start getting mammograms earlier in life than they normally would recommend....like, in their 20's. Doesn't seem like much, but stats show early detection is best chance for long-term survival. Link to post Share on other sites
Author LucreziaBorgia Posted November 19, 2007 Author Share Posted November 19, 2007 I shaved my head tonight, or rather I let my daughter shave my head. We got it on video. Funny stuff. My pic of my new haircut is in my profile, for the curious. I can't believe that chemo starts tomorrow. In many ways I'm ready. In many ways I'm not. Link to post Share on other sites
Art_Critic Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 You're a brave and beautiful woman LB... ***Hug*** You are in my daily thoughts.. and will be tomorrow as well.... Link to post Share on other sites
whichwayisup Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 You look cute in that picture LB. The battle officially begins tomorrow and just know that we're ALL rooting for you, holding your hand through this. Link to post Share on other sites
Star Gazer Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 I shaved my head tonight, or rather I let my daughter shave my head. We got it on video. Funny stuff. My pic of my new haircut is in my profile, for the curious. I can't believe that chemo starts tomorrow. In many ways I'm ready. In many ways I'm not. Beautiful and brave. Link to post Share on other sites
White Flower Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 You look good, girl! And you still impress me with all the great advice you give on other threads. Hang in there and best of luck. ((((Hugs)))) Link to post Share on other sites
RecordProducer Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 I shaved my head tonight, or rather I let my daughter shave my head. We got it on video. Funny stuff. My pic of my new haircut is in my profile, for the curious. I can't believe that chemo starts tomorrow. In many ways I'm ready. In many ways I'm not.LB, you look GORGEOUS!!! Seriously, you should keep your hair short once this all is over. Your head has such a beautiful shape. I so wish I could wear my hair short, but my head is not long enough for that. You totally don't need a wig. Remember Sinead O'Conor? Link to post Share on other sites
JamesM Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 Remember Sinead O'Conor? That is who I thought of, too. Great minds think alike. LB, I will be thinking of you as well. I hope all goes well. Link to post Share on other sites
DazedandConfused66 Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 Good luck tomorrow LB!!! We'll be thinking of you! And I wish I looked as good with a shaved head! Link to post Share on other sites
RecordProducer Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 That is who I thought of, too. Great minds think alike. You are flattering yourself! Link to post Share on other sites
Author LucreziaBorgia Posted November 19, 2007 Author Share Posted November 19, 2007 Well, that went well. Not nearly as bad as expected. I got to see my doctor first at his office, and then went over to the hospital to check in. I got my own room with a bathroom, and a bed with lots of warm comfy blankets to lay under, and breakfast. Then, on to the procedure. The only bad part was plugging in the port. That really, really hurt. But it only hurt for about ten minutes then it was all good. I had taken an Atavan just prior to that, so by the time the sting wore off I was falling asleep. I slept through most of the drips. I woke up just in time to eat some lunch, and then went back to sleep. From beginning to end it took about four hours at the hospital. It was warm, quiet, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I feel ok right now, but the side effects haven't kicked in yet. One of the drugs in my drip was an anti nausea drug, and I'm thinking that will wear off before too long. I will get my other anti nausea drugs filled today and take them. So far so good. Now, I'm off to sleep. I feel so drained and tired. Link to post Share on other sites
melodymatters Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 You look kick ass LB, and very sexy too ! I don't think your going to have too much trouble finding another beau at some point if you look that hot with a crew cut ! Link to post Share on other sites
coco_milkshake Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 You look gorgeous LB!!! Link to post Share on other sites
whichwayisup Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Well, that went well. Not nearly as bad as expected. I got to see my doctor first at his office, and then went over to the hospital to check in. I got my own room with a bathroom, and a bed with lots of warm comfy blankets to lay under, and breakfast. Then, on to the procedure. The only bad part was plugging in the port. That really, really hurt. But it only hurt for about ten minutes then it was all good. I had taken an Atavan just prior to that, so by the time the sting wore off I was falling asleep. I slept through most of the drips. I woke up just in time to eat some lunch, and then went back to sleep. From beginning to end it took about four hours at the hospital. It was warm, quiet, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I feel ok right now, but the side effects haven't kicked in yet. One of the drugs in my drip was an anti nausea drug, and I'm thinking that will wear off before too long. I will get my other anti nausea drugs filled today and take them. So far so good. Now, I'm off to sleep. I feel so drained and tired. Get out your calendar, put a red X in today's date. One down.. I hope you're getting some rest tonight. Link to post Share on other sites
DazedandConfused66 Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Rest well LB. Let the chemo do it's job. Tonight, the cancer starts to gasp and kick as the drugs take it's power away. Nice feeling huh? Link to post Share on other sites
Timberlane Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Hey LB, nice to see this thread. I was thinking about you the other day as well. Link to post Share on other sites
White Flower Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Get out your calendar, put a red X in today's date. One down.. I hope you're getting some rest tonight. Hugs and smiles:) Link to post Share on other sites
RecordProducer Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Well, that went well. Not nearly as bad as expected. I got to see my doctor first at his office, and then went over to the hospital to check in. I got my own room with a bathroom, and a bed with lots of warm comfy blankets to lay under, and breakfast. Then, on to the procedure. The only bad part was plugging in the port. That really, really hurt. But it only hurt for about ten minutes then it was all good. I had taken an Atavan just prior to that, so by the time the sting wore off I was falling asleep. I slept through most of the drips. I woke up just in time to eat some lunch, and then went back to sleep. From beginning to end it took about four hours at the hospital. It was warm, quiet, and the staff was friendly and helpful. I feel ok right now, but the side effects haven't kicked in yet. One of the drugs in my drip was an anti nausea drug, and I'm thinking that will wear off before too long. I will get my other anti nausea drugs filled today and take them. So far so good. Now, I'm off to sleep. I feel so drained and tired.That doesn't sound too bad. Let's hope it doesn't get worse. Keep us updated, LB. We care about you. Link to post Share on other sites
whichwayisup Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 LB, you're on my mind today and I hope someone is with you, looking after you...And I hope the after effects aren't too bad. Check in when you're feeling up to posting. Link to post Share on other sites
Author LucreziaBorgia Posted November 21, 2007 Author Share Posted November 21, 2007 Hey all. I have been very sick today. I have been taking my nausea drugs and they are helping some but for the most part I have been in and out of the bathroom and in bed all day. I am feeling better right now, but today was horrible. I am hoping that it won't be like this all the time. Link to post Share on other sites
DazedandConfused66 Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Everybody deals with chemo differently LB. I hope it won't be this bad for you either, but it's really hard to say at this stage. The first couple were bad for my wife, the rest not so much. I know I've posted this before and I'm not sure if it'll get me banned or not (I hope not)....but there's a certain recreational herb that, when added as a food supplement, really REALLY helped to calm my wife's stomach. I know in at least one state you can get it legally for medicinal purposes, but it's not that hard to find. When I told my local "friend" why I wanted it, he even made it pretty cheap and easy for me....not being part of that culture in well over 2 decades, I was clueless about how to procure what I needed....my 'friend' made it easy for us. Just sayin...... Also, one other thing that seemed to help was black beans and rice. I've no friggin idea why, but I made more than a few black beans and rice dishes for her. Sometimes she'd just eat like one spoonful and that was all it took. I started making it in batches and freezing little ziplock baggies full for her to heat up when I was away. Link to post Share on other sites
whichwayisup Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I remember with my neighbour during her chemo treatments it would get her later on in the evening, and into the next day. Sorry that you're feeling crappy. It won't be like this everytime, when they change cocktails, the next phase may not make you as sick..Plus, your body needs to get used to this. Link to post Share on other sites
Fun2BMe Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Hey all. I have been very sick today. I have been taking my nausea drugs and they are helping some but for the most part I have been in and out of the bathroom and in bed all day. I am feeling better right now, but today was horrible. I am hoping that it won't be like this all the time. Hopefully you are experiencing the worst and that you will start feeling better over time. Wishing you the best... Link to post Share on other sites
Author LucreziaBorgia Posted November 23, 2007 Author Share Posted November 23, 2007 Thanks, it was actually a nice day yesterday. I was able to go the entire day without throwing up or dry heaving and I didn't have to take any anti nausea medicine either. I ate a little bit of Thanksgiving dinner, and overall had a good day. I am glad I have the Lexapro. I think if I did not have some sort of anti depressant right now, I would be feeling very low. It seems like such a long road ahead of me. One day at a time. One treatment down, five more to go. Four shots down, fifty six to go. Then surgery (not too bad compared to this), and then that eight weeks of radiation. It seems it will never end. The side effects aren't too bad. I have my sick days. I have my tired days where I am so tired I can't even stand sitting at my computer desk. Smells really bother me. When I eat my mouth dries up and I have to have water to help me chew. My bones ache from the Neupogen shots. I have the gross taste in my mouth. Today, though - I feel ok. Another good day. I keep looking for those good days to get me through the bad ones. Link to post Share on other sites
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