Thanks you for your reply. It’s good to hear from someone who went through this.  I didn’t realise this was common as I haven’t heard of anyone needing this done. Going in on the 15th so hopefully out the same day. Consultant said he would open in the same place.  Did you need any further treatment? They are telling me I will need radiotherapy and a tablet for 5 years. Very apprehensive of the unknown. 

Hi

I am glad it reassured you a bit. Yes I had radiotherapy 15 sessions and it was absolutely fine. A little sore but although I had been recommended to use e45 I found aveeno much better. I also didn't wear a bra for a while and just had cotton tops on. They said they were amazed at how good condition my skin was. 

The sessions themselves are really short. The planning took a little longer ct scan and then 3 tiny tattoos to mark you. Permanent I am afraid.

I felt a little more tired but I think having to go to the hospital every day which is about an hour from home made me tired. A little rib pain as well which lasted for about 10 months but only twinge now and again

I guess you are er positive and need either tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors depending on your age.

This I found the hardest. I was given letrozole and had terrible side effects. I asked to change to exemestane I have less joint pain but am suffering from insomnia and nausea. 

Hoping that might settle.

Hopefully that will help you but if you want to know anything more just ask

God luck x