First, I want to let you know that I do not have any pain in the area where I have my radiation treatments. A lot of people assume that I have pain during and or after treatment and I do not. I do not have any burns or irritated skin either. According to my radiation …
2nd PET Scan and Information About PET Scans
I had my second PET scan on Friday since starting iBrance and Faslodex. I wasn't nervous about the scan; that part is relatively easy; it's the uncertainty and having to wait to see my oncologist for the results that is the most difficult part. I also deal with pain during my scan because ever since …
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Myths and Misconceptions About Metastatic Breast Cancer
I have had quite a few people reach out to me and ask me questions about my diagnosis of Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer and its meaning. I have also noticed that many people are keeping their distance from me, and just like the first time I had breast cancer, I am sure it is …
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CT Guided Biopsy
A few days ago, I had a CT Guided Biopsy of my 8th rib on the left side, on my back. Everything went well; I am in a little bit of pain, but nothing that Tylenol can't help. The doctor instructed me to rest for the rest of the day on Thursday, remove my bandage …
Oncologist Appointment & PET Scan Results
I met with my oncologist this past Tuesday to discuss the results of my PET Scan. I was shocked to hear that I have two tumors in my neck, not just one. I found them early, so they are small, 0.9 x 0.5 cm and 0.5 x 0.5 cm. So small, under 1 cm, that …
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Radiation Oncologist Appointment
A few days ago, I had an appointment with my radiation oncologist. I hadn't seen her in over two years, so it was nice to see her, but I wish it had been under different circumstances. After we caught up on where we had been, I was finally able to show her the pictures from …