Cancer Support and Caregivers Who Are Trail Blazers!

[Tommi]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I don't think you can leave them in, can you?

It was a really simple surgery. They don't put you under like they do when getting it inserted. My doc just gave me a local, cut me about 1.5 inches, and then popped it out. Easy peasy. I asked to look at it b/c I was curious. It just looked like a large tadpole!

And there really isn't much pain afterwards, either. I had some serious pain for a few days when they put it in b/c they have to push and pull on the muscle, but no pain really after it came out. I don't think I even took a Tylenol.

ETA: It is funny that someone posted on this thread today. I have my colonoscopy tomorrow...so I going through the "prep" right now. sucks ass. no pun intended.

Milana, my Buddy had her port in for 10 mos. It got infected last month, had it removed, and she now has a pic line, .have to wait 45 days for infection to clear before doing another port.

Colonoscopy*

*My Doc said "All done. Your colon was boring. See you in 5 years.

Went through that last month. OMGAwd. Prior night->62 OZ of water with bottle of Miramax--fllowed by 32 Oz of water with bottle Miramax in AM before exam.

On Weds. I see my Gyne/Oncologist for the 7 year Endometrial CA follow-up

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by Tommi

Milana, my Buddy had her port in for 10 mos. It got infected last month, had it removed, and she now has a pic line, .have to wait 45 days for infection to clear before doing another port.

Colonoscopy*

*My Doc said "All done. Your colon was boring. See you in 5 years.

Went through that last month. OMGAwd. Prior night->62 OZ of water with bottle of Miramax--fllowed by 32 Oz of water with bottle Miramax in AM before exam.

On Weds. I see my Gyne/Oncologist for the 7 year Endometrial CA follow-up

Yeppers...the bathroom would be my friend at this moment. Same routine you describe except magnesium citrate in the morning. Some nasty tasting stuff, as I recall.

Thanks for the good luck. Hopefully, my GI doc will say the same thing!

[Novelafemme]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

Yeppers...the bathroom would be my friend at this moment. Same routine you describe except magnesium citrate in the morning. Some nasty tasting stuff, as I recall.

Thanks for the good luck. Hopefully, my GI doc will say the same thing!

OH DEAR...even reading the words mag citrate makes me feel queasy. I think I lost a good 6lbs with the bowel prep alone!!!

Thinking of you on Wednesday, Tommi!!!!!

[Spirit Dancer]

Originally Posted by Novelafemme

I was told you could leave them in...but SO good to know it is a far less invasive procedure having it removed! PHEW!!

Positive thoughts for tomorrow's "butt T.V." Oh, how I loathe bowl prepping!

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I don't think you can leave them in, can you?

It was a really simple surgery. They don't put you under like they do when getting it inserted. My doc just gave me a local, cut me about 1.5 inches, and then popped it out. Easy peasy. I asked to look at it b/c I was curious. It just looked like a large tadpole!

And there really isn't much pain afterwards, either. I had some serious pain for a few days when they put it in b/c they have to push and pull on the muscle, but no pain really after it came out. I don't think I even took a Tylenol.

ETA: It is funny that someone posted on this thread today. I have my colonoscopy tomorrow...so I going through the "prep" right now. sucks ass. no pun intended.

Hi sending positive energy to you both, if you have a PICC line it can stay is for a short time, a power port can remain two years and longer as long as it is accessed and flushed every four weeks, and it stay clear of any infections. Power ports are ideally the best for long term chemotherapy IMO they have far less risk of infection. Leaving a for those who are fighting and those who are caring for them.

[DapperButch]

I'm in the clear!

[Tommi]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I'm in the clear!

Glad to her the good news.

[The_Lady_Snow]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I'm in the clear!

Congrats!!!!!

That's great news!!

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by Tommi

Glad to her the good news.

Originally Posted by The_Lady_Snow

Congrats!!!!!

That's great news!!

Thanks, Tommi and Lady Snow. I appreciate it.

I wasn't aware how much I was holding my breath until it was over!

[The_Lady_Snow]

Yay you should celebrate BIG!

[Tommi]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

Thanks, Tommi and Lady Snow. I appreciate it.

I wasn't aware how much I was holding my breath until it was over!

I get it.

7AM tomorrow, 7 year checkup.. So tonite NetFlix & popcorn.

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by Tommi

I get it.

7AM tomorrow, 7 year checkup.. So tonite NetFlix & popcorn.

Good Luck, Tommi. positive thoughts coming your way!

[Novelafemme]

Originally Posted by Tommi

I get it.

7AM tomorrow, 7 year checkup.. So tonite NetFlix & popcorn.

Good luck, Tommi!!!

YAY, DAPPER!!!!!!

[deb_U_taunt]

I have been diagnosed with invasive ductual carcinoma (right breast), stage 2B, grade 3, triple negative.
I have my second of eight chemo treatments tomorrow. Today, lots of hair in my brush. My partner and I both have joined support groups and hoping to continue to be healthy enough to attend.
I am having a hard time moving today. Not in pain or anything, just a sad day. I am crying easy.
My partner is scared of me and started sleeping in the other room. He thinks he might accidently roll over on me at night. My first treatment, he left to put new front tires on my car while I was dozing. Typically guy to the core. Can't fix it and is fixing what he can.

[Novelafemme]

Originally Posted by Debby

I have been diagnosed with invasive ductual carcinoma (right breast), stage 2B, grade 3, triple negative.
I have my second of eight chemo treatments tomorrow. Today, lots of hair in my brush. My partner and I both have joined support groups and hoping to continue to be healthy enough to attend.
I am having a hard time moving today. Not in pain or anything, just a sad day. I am crying easy.
My partner is scared of me and started sleeping in the other room. He thinks he might accidently roll over on me at night. My first treatment, he left to put new front tires on my car while I was dozing. Typically guy to the core. Can't fix it and is fixing what he can.

{{{{{Debby}}}}} you are not alone, dear one. one thing i can say from experience is that it's ok to just plop into a pile of mush after chemo. cry, sleep, snuggle...whatever your body intrinsically tells you it needs - listen and give. and don't forget to put a hand on your heart and tell yourself how much you love YOU. this is your one beautiful life and there are times you/we have to fight like hell for it!!

[deb_U_taunt]

Originally Posted by Novelafemme

{{{{{Debby}}}}} you are not alone, dear one. one thing i can say from experience is that it's ok to just plop into a pile of mush after chemo. cry, sleep, snuggle...whatever your body intrinsically tells you it needs - listen and give. and don't forget to put a hand on your heart and tell yourself how much you love YOU. this is your one beautiful life and there are times you/we have to fight like hell for it!!

Thank you Novelafemme,

I do feel blessed at the love and support I have from family and friends.
I have learned to put myself first. Sad it took a life changing event to learn to say NO, but its been a great lesson. I have told everyone, I will be in chemo coma all weekend and if they need to talk call my partner.
My sweetie cut all my hair off last night and told me I have a perfect head and my bald head is sexy. He is a keeper.

[deb_U_taunt]

I only have 6 more chemo treatments left. I feel much better this time then the first one. I did the claratin first and didn't get the sinus headache for HOURS. Didn't even get one at all! Just bald and my brain is a bit fuzzy. Sure makes this heat easier to deal wih.

Random thought, breast cancer has to be timed with menopause? Really what kind of joke is that..lol

[Andrew, Jr.]

Debby,

So many of my close friends who endured chemo all have what they labeled as "chemo brain". They start talking and loose track of their thoughts. Others around them help them finish their sentences or ask them something to keep it going.

I can tell you that my sister had it as well. Everyone around her helped her out with conversations. And it does get better after the chemo stops.

She too lost all of her hair, and when it came back it was curly like a poodles. And she loved it! For once she was able to get the look she wanted without a ton of time spent in the bathroom trying to style it.

One day at a time. You are a gift from God and a treasure to all of us here. Never forget that.

I wish you much peace and tons of love,
Andrew

[deb_U_taunt]

Thank you Andrew!

I spoke with someone yesterday, she was just finishing radiation and she had this great curly head of hair and she said her's was str8 as a pin before. She gave me something to look forward to. Getting rid of hot rollers would free up a lot of space in the bathroom.

Originally Posted by Andrew, Jr.

Debby,

So many of my close friends who endured chemo all have what they labeled as "chemo brain". They start talking and loose track of their thoughts. Others around them help them finish their sentences or ask them something to keep it going.

I can tell you that my sister had it as well. Everyone around her helped her out with conversations. And it does get better after the chemo stops.

She too lost all of her hair, and when it came back it was curly like a poodles. And she loved it! For once she was able to get the look she wanted without a ton of time spent in the bathroom trying to style it.

One day at a time. You are a gift from God and a treasure to all of us here. Never forget that.

I wish you much peace and tons of love,
Andrew

[Andrew, Jr.]

Debby,

You are most welcome!

If you need any support, just let me know. I am full of support for anyone going thru cancer. I have experienced more than most know of online.

Much love and peace,
Andrew

[Andrew, Jr.]

Debby,

I got your message, and I thank you. I added you onto my friends list. God bless you.

Much love and peace,
Andrew