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Post radiation after breast cancer
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@jmab
Stage 2. Radiation starts on Thursday. I will know more after that. When radiation is over, my MD will start me on hormone treatment for 10 years as my estrogen level was 97%. I am 75. My tumors on the right were 9 cm, 6 cm, and 6 cm. and growing at 18% in 3 weeks. But my bra size went from a C cup to an A cup in three months. My tumors on the left were little...9mm, 6mm, and 2 mm. My bra size went from a C to a B on that side in about the same time frame. I am used to playing tennis, bocci, tap dancing, exercising every day, balance class, etc.....now I am not allowed to do any of that as I am still healing. I hurt, hurt, hurt. My sister found something about PMPS but I think it is too early to diagnose that; the MD report has erythema on it....I am red/blue and really gross looking (I finally looked!). My belly is protruding. I just have to get use to this new body I guess. I am usually a very positive person, but I am struggling because of the pain. I am sure part of this is fear. Thanks for listening. Smiles.
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@gailmarienewton
My heart goes out to you. I can imagine the pain , stress and restricted activities that you previously enjoyed are difficult and stressful.
I experienced pain following my treatment as well.
Have you scheduled appointments with your hospital’s Pain MD yet? Your MD should be able to provide a referral and advise as to when you will be able to resume your sports or athletic activities!
I have found CBD ( without THC) to be helpful for pain. Although hospital MDs may not recommend CBD as it is not well researched.
The MD who performed surgery should be able to refer you to your hospital’s Psychologists, social workers and Psychiayrists in order to assist with Stress , Fear etc. Stress
Have you considered hospital based Dieticuan appointment or teleconference? Hospital based Dietitians are available in order to enhance your meal planning and plan health diet. The hospital Dietician I met with ( teleconference call) was helpful . Interestingly, she advised that • “Kind Bars” ( nots, chocolate, etc) promote fiber and Microbiome health in lieu of chocolate bars. She mentioned that ANY Alcoholic beverage is carcinogenic. I have minimized wine at parties, social events and dates….
I hope your MD refers you to
A hospital Pain specialist as a priority. No one should suffer with Pain. I hope this is helpful .
Best,
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@gailmarienewton yes, your body has been through a battle for sure, but the good news is, the worst is over! Once you're rested & healed, you should be able to resume your activities & get your mojo back! But one step at a time, right? As far as the radiation & hormone blockers, those are pretty easy. I had 5 days of radiation & I take a half-dose of Tamoxifen (10 mg) & I'm doing fine. Sending best wishes! Keep up the good fight & let us know how you're doing! 😊