Cancer Support and Caregivers Who Are Trail Blazers!

[DapperButch]

Heavenleahangel,

I am very sorry that you have received a diagnosis of cancer. I have not heard of this type of chemotherapy. My knowledge base is pretty limited to colon cancer chemotherapy and I have some knowledge of breast cancer treatment.

I am also sorry that you do not have any close friends or family near by. You may want to look into cancer support groups in your area. Wherever it is you are getting your infusion should have this information.

Also, know that we are here and you are welcome to come and post, daily! Even though we have not all been through the same chemotherapy, we may have tips to deal with the various side effects. At the very least, we are here to listen.

The whole thing can be very scary, but know you will get through it.

Take care of you.

Originally Posted by Heavenleahangel

Hello, Everyone; I feel so ackward posting on this thread, but I offically "belong" to this community.
My right foot was swollen and tender so I went to my primary care and was told it's nothing to worry about. After 4 months of not being treated and not getting anywhere, I was deperate and went to a podiatrist. He immediately sent me for a xray, then a nuclear bone scan, then a white blood cell skin tag or scan and was told I actually have cancerous bone cells in my foot and I am going to start a biphosponate chemo infusion called Aredia on Monday the 23rd. I have had family members on chemo, but not this type. I have scoured the websites on what to expect and it is scary.
I don't have a lot of family/close friends to help me through this, but I do have my son I adopted and is 4 years old. I have had him since he was a newborn.
I appreciate any encouragement and if anyone has any experiece with Aredia, I would love to hear it-good or bad. Thanks, Heavenleahangel