hiya, it is so supportive to hear from others who have gone through surgery or just about to.  This has given me so much support and confidence.  Thank you.  

Thanks too about the clothes for hospital, my friend has made me a lovely cushion, for arm support.  I am preparing in my mind for the sentinal node biospy before my op.

I hope to keep forcussed on things happening each day.  At present making a summer dress for my grand daughter.

All the best,

Mags   

Hi Mags, 

I second the pillows, I was given one in hospital by our breast cancer support group and I love it x 

Open fronted pyjamas are a must, or open fronted shirts or blouses x 

I was lucky in the fact that I ddidnt have a drain and had no stiffness in my arm after my sentinel node biopsy.

I was back at clinic on monday they had taken 2 and they came back clear, also got the all clear and no more treatment necessary. 

Plenty of rest and keep up with your exercises and you will be back up on your feet in no time at all x

Hayley xx

Hi Mags,

I am so glad to hear that we are managing to boost your confidence, even if only by a little. There really is nothing to worry about. The staff in these clinics are so professional, but also caring.

I am glad that you've got Hayley to speak to here too. She has done so well throughout the whole procedure, that she is a true inspiration to anyone waiting for surgery. Yorkshire-defector and Hibbs have also offered some pearls of wisdom and, I'm sure will be with you throughout your surgery.

When are you due to have your surgery? Are they planning to do your sentinel node biopsy before your mastectomy? Mine was done at the same time, which was easier.

Making a summer dress for your granddaughter sounds like the ideal project to keep your mind off all that is happening.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Hayley,

You were lucky to get a pillow in hospital. I got nothing for my bilateral mastectomy. I am so glad that all was clear when you went back on Monday and, that no further treatment is needed.

Do you still have to take some medication or are you totally free of treatment?

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Jolamine, 

I got given a lovely bag it had lots of useful things in like face wipes and mints and moisturiser 

It also had the pillow and a dammit doll...it was from a lovely group called her breast friends, I plan to do something for them in the future x

No medication, totally free of treatment.

If I had chosen the lumpectomy I would of had to have radiotherapy, so i made the right decision in the end x

I hope I can help at least one person going through this like you helped me through it x

Kind regards 

Hayley x

Hi Hayley,

How nice to get a goodie bag like that. We never had anything like that 10/11 years ago. I'm absolutely delighted that you have  no need for any treatment at all. This must be a great relief for you?

I'm sure that your positivity has already helped some on this site.  If you stick around, you will help many more with time. As you've discovered yourself, the early stages are terrifying and, it's great to have someone to talk to about your worries.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Jolamine, 

Yes not getting rid of me yet, I'll stick around to see if I can help x 

Hayley x

Hi Hayley,

That's great - I'm delighted to hear this.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hiya, I am ready and now, will patiently wait for the day. I am having my senital node done on the same day, having the wire inserted in the morning. 

Finished the dress and was greeted with granddaughted in it this morning via Zoom. It was a pleasure and brought a tear to my eyes.

Glad you are doing really well as I have this group so supportive, and have given me a lot of strength.

Best wishes

Mags   

Hi Mags,

I'm glad to hear that you've finished the dress for your granddaughter. It sounds as if she was really pleased with it when she has already modelled it for you via Zoom.

It's good to hear that you are ready for the next step now. You'll get on fine. I agree, I found this group early on in my diagnosis 10 years ago. I had some tremendous support from some fantastic ladies and gentlemen, who are sadly no longer with us. I'm sure that you will find the same.

I hope that the date for your sentinel node biopsy and to have your wire inserted is due soon, as I'm sure that you don't want to wait a minute longer than you need to.
Kind regards,

Jolamine xx