Hi Sandra

Not been chatting much but been reading posts. I’ve felt s bit down over the last week as it would have been my brothers birthday on Wednesday. He passed away in October 2017. I’ve also had a bout of a stomach bug. Ankles still swollen. BP good so the doctor said and I quote....When we get older........I switched off at that point.

Final blow to the system came on Wednesday when my daughter was told she’s under threat of redundancy...for under threat read it’s you! She took voluntary redundancy yesterday because she didn’t want it all dragging on over Christmas to be told the inevitable in the new year. So as of 21 December she has no job. She’s ok. Busy applying now.

So as you can see I’m not in a good place but I’m sure things will improve. And at least treatment is finished apart from the Russian Dolls..... the dilator I have to use....don’t even ask what it’s to stretch! :-)

Sundial

 Hi Sandra 

As an ex teacher I agree. Everything has just become so political... Don’t get me started.

Sundial

Go on lass u show it!

i suspect u are right re the suggestion of chemo...may b due to age.

Your next appointment will drag and at the same time hurtle towards u at a rate of knots. 

Sounds same as mine (although my lymph nodes were clear). Mine was grade 2. I had 2 lumps- 1 ductal and the other lobular. Both invasive. 

You are doing exactly what I’d suggest u should try to....well done you. It’s early days for you so it’s normal for you to b experiencing such an array of feelings - go with the flow. 

We are here if u want or need us....I’m sure dizzle will b along shortly. Take care lass ️ X

Bless, remembering loved ones who are no longer with us is a double edged sword more so when not much time has passed. Guess we need to focus on  the good times spent together ️

Love your daughter has taken the reigns in her work. Doesn’t mattter what u are going through it’s the waiting that’s the worst...she has taken the lead and dealt with it ... go her. Think of the unexpected mother daughter time u will have with her ️. 

Ooo er mrs and on the nhs too ;-) I got given stretching exercises too but ......yup all I’ve got “but” lol .

Your GP needs a kick. My ankles seem to have settled down ( long may it last) but when my gp prescribed my meds she said ankle swelling is often a side effects...if u have a problem come back and we will try a different medication till we find the one that suits you. What is yours thinking ... sigh.

Yes I totally agree that poor nursery teacher was spoken to in a terrible manner. I kinda get the meaning behind it all ( all in the name of poverty proofing) but that poor lass was between a rock nd a hard place. It was both the other mother and me who referred to the day as Xmas jumper day not the teacher. Sad times.

hope you are feeling better soon. ️ X

Hi Lorna,

They started with chemo first due to the size of the tumor (was grade 3 and 6cms)and yes....Not to scare you but with younger people they tend to blast it with more aggressive drugs as our bodies are more likely handle it supposedly. I ended up in hospital 3 times with infections but in the grand scheme of things it all went pretty well and felt pretty good throughout....and the best thing is shrank the tumor by more than half so defo worth it! Had mastectomy and radiotherapy will start on the 27th. I have a 9 year old girl and it's all you think about when diagnosed. I spoiled her for her bday as I'm going to this Xmas as one thing it makes you realise is time is precious. But I'm sure neither of us are going anywhere for a very long time so I hope she doesn't expect the same thing every bday and Xmas lol. You will be fine.....treatment is tough but you are strong enough to deal with it...I'm sure :-)

Candice xx

Thanks asandra.

In the words of the son, I WILL survive! :-)

Sundial

Morning peeps 

bad :- none...yay

good :- been the see lil one swimming ( super proud of her). Bit of shopping done. Daughters for natter nd catch up from her Xmas works do. Now back home got gingerbread latte with some Bailys ( no school run so mmmmm ;-). Got a glass of bailys t hand for after lol. Xmas films nd knitting order of the day. Good times

have as good a day as you can peeps ️

Oh.... having latte in another charity shop find- Xmas mug nd coaster... new not 2nd hand. Got 2 they had a shelf full on sale :-)

love it ️

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Love the Christmas mug and coaster Sandra. 

I have a question for anyone. I have been put on a hormone and the specialist sent a letter to my GP asking him to continue the prescription. I have looked online and it has not been added to my medications. I am wondering whether I should go and see my GP and talk about this and other concerns or should i just concentrate on the hospital?

Two doctors in my surgery misdiagnosed my cancer. I do not blame them as it is extraordinary eg it occurred outside the breast but I would like to discuss options with them. Would they give tranquilisers do you think if it all gets too much? I dont want to waste their time!