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@jhendrixson
Oh I do agree with you! I’m awaiting a scan due to intermittent pain on my right side that will feel almost like pleurisy—and then go away for a few days and start again. I’m also awaiting a heart monitor because doctor said he hears palpitations. I have eye appointment (routine) this month so will see how that goes. Having “C” makes me question every little pain—and I hate it. Knowing I’ve had the lump in breast for over two years—but only told it was ILC about a year ago; then encouraged to try shrinking the lump (which is now two lumps) for 9 months and have lumpectomy—to now thinking “just remove entire breast”—it’s all so overwhelming. Is the cancer spreading since it took so long for diagnosis? Is the pain just a little “something” I needn’t worry about? Are all these other symptoms a result of taking these AI’s or are they something I would have had any way at “my age” (79)? I feel like this has dragged on too long and I’m exhausted from all the changes and decisions ahead. Trying to remain positive; waiting on tests, outcomes, and surgery is difficult but trusting in my faith along with medical team’s advice and guidance.