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I had lumpectomy& node biopsy 2 wks ago,I had lots movement after few days but was still numb,Im regaining feeling but more stiff & pain.I thought Id b back 2 more movement& hoping 2b at work.How long hav people waited b4 back2 normal? I want2 exercise!
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I was back at work the next week and exercising the next . I guess it depends on the surgeon, size of the lumpectomy , reaction to anesthesia, and pain tolerance. Good luck!
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
Dear A, My exercise regiment began with walking 15-20 minutes in the morning and evening. I was even able to do it most days during radiation(only 16 rads) if it wasn't too hot. DON'T do hot. It's painful. Not saying that this distance should be your measure-this is me. I practice ISHTA yoga...
1 comment 1Dear A, My exercise regiment began with walking 15-20 minutes in the morning and evening. I was even able to do it most days during radiation(only 16 rads) if it wasn't too hot. DON'T do hot. It's painful. Not saying that this distance should be your measure-this is me. I practice ISHTA yoga which is also gentle but can be as challenging as you choose it to be. It allowed me to stretch and loosen the tightness in and under my arm, across my chest, and down to my wrist. I would be shocked if you don't have that little burning that can streak down the arm and around the upper back: Cut nerves and lymph system trauma.The moment there is a hint of pain I can back off. I never push it. Learning to breathe through each motion allows me to ease into a deeper stretch each day. Glad to report I have full motion and can even do weight bearing postures without pain or weakness. It sounds like you're going to get it all going again. 99% is the want to and you've definitely got that. I'll call you Sparky. Don't let that spark of enthusiasm to get back the YOU you want to be go dim. :-D Jo
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3 weeks after mastectomy, I still have scabs... is that normal?
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Survivor since 2011-
anonymous
Survivor since 2009
Hi.
I suggest you visit with your doctor about the scabs after the mastectomy. I would think that different bodies heal at different rates. To have scabs 3 weeks after a mastectomy does not sound unreasonable to me, but then I'm not a doctor or a health care provider.
Hang in there and good...4 comments 0Hi.
I suggest you visit with your doctor about the scabs after the mastectomy. I would think that different bodies heal at different rates. To have scabs 3 weeks after a mastectomy does not sound unreasonable to me, but then I'm not a doctor or a health care provider.
Hang in there and good luck.
~ Jo Ann, survivor since 2009
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Did any of you guys stop working to do chemo?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
Please take advantage of any Short Term Disability that your job may offer you. Just remember this -- you are in the fight for your life. Your job will go on if you aren't here. You need to focus on HEALING. Alot of people do not have that kind of benefit though and are worried about losing...
Comment 1Please take advantage of any Short Term Disability that your job may offer you. Just remember this -- you are in the fight for your life. Your job will go on if you aren't here. You need to focus on HEALING. Alot of people do not have that kind of benefit though and are worried about losing their income. Along with Short Term disability, there is the FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) that can protect you and your job if you meet the qualifications as well as your employer meeting the qualifications.
With that mouthful being said... I am one of the lucky ones that have wonderful benefits, including Short Term (had 100% pay for 6 weeks, 75, 6 weeks after, 60% until it ran out).
I actually started working intermittently, while I was out on short term, after the 100% pay. But working when I wanted to and only from home.
Chemo made me VERY sick, but I had some ok days in between. I'm glad I had the ability to stay home and heal, without worry. Again, I'm one of the lucky ones where my employer supported me and still does to this day. Best Wishes.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2010
I worked part time only in the office, the rest at home. I was just too ill. Everyone is different though. Most people do work.
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What are the chances of being a survivor of breast cancer if you get bronchitis ?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2007
I'm with Kaye. You probably picked up bronchitis because your immune system was compromised. Your team will be able to make short-order of that infection. You will be ok.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
Bronchitis can be easily cured with antibiotics and I wouldn't think it would have any effect on surviving breast cancer. If you are healthy to start with you should be ok.
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1 month into Tamoxifen. Last few days I'm having bad hot flashes and very nauseous all day. I don't want to take them anymore! Will this get easier?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
I have been on it for 5 weeks and the hot flashes continue but I have not been nauseous in about a week now so hoping that is over. I hope and pray it gets better for us both....excuse me while I go take another shower...ugh!
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anonymous
Survivor since 2003
Yes it will get easier the first couple month is the worst your body is trying to adjust like being pregnant when the hormones are out of whack Tamoxifen peeks between 6-8 months then I found things started to settle down hot flashes less intense mood swings better. I would get a wave like...
1 comment 1Yes it will get easier the first couple month is the worst your body is trying to adjust like being pregnant when the hormones are out of whack Tamoxifen peeks between 6-8 months then I found things started to settle down hot flashes less intense mood swings better. I would get a wave like feeling of being overwhelmed totally exhausted nauseous and wanting to cry then the dripping wet hot flashes. After a while I realized if I just calmed myself down it's just the dam pill and those hormones take a deep breath and let it pass. I felt much better. I'd actually tell myself
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Finished radiation a little over a week ago ! Anyone have input on how long it will take to get past the tiredness?
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Survivor since 2012-
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I start my rads Monday, is the tiredness as bad as chemo?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
I finished at the same time. July 27th. My doc told me in 2 weeks I'd be feeling better and in 6 much better. Some women experience fatigue long after rads are over. I'm already feeling better.
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Am 3 weeks out from my last of 4 TC chemos. I cannot believe how unbelievably tired and unwell I feel. How long does this last??
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anonymous
Survivor since 2010
Hi, it took me a month or so to get my energy level back. I found myself getting stronger and stronger every day. I am two years out of chemo, one year out of herceptin. Honestly, I'm just now beginning to feel like myself. Hang in there, it gets better.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2010
In a way post chemo was the toughest. So many side effects of chemo lingered when I just wanted to be done with the whole thing. I also had TC and was exhausted at the end of treatment due to being anemic , neuropathy in toes and fingers, swelling in legs and feet. Slowly but surely the side...
Comment 0In a way post chemo was the toughest. So many side effects of chemo lingered when I just wanted to be done with the whole thing. I also had TC and was exhausted at the end of treatment due to being anemic , neuropathy in toes and fingers, swelling in legs and feet. Slowly but surely the side effects diminished. You will get better! And then you will look back at all this and life will be amazing! I am also 2 years out from treatment and every day is a gift I cherish. Be gentle with yourself as you are still healing. Soon it will be over and you will feel healthy again.
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I just had a bilateral mastectomy with tissue expanders 2 weeks ago. When I am given the ok for exercise, will I be limited? I love to run and I take a variety of classes, some include weights.
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anonymous
Survivor since 2007
Laura,
You WILL get back to running, weights, and all your activities! Just a Marianne says, your doctor will give you guidelines but they want us to get back to our normal lives asap. I am back to my normal life doing all the stuff I did with my horses before I had breast cancer. Women who...Comment 1Laura,
You WILL get back to running, weights, and all your activities! Just a Marianne says, your doctor will give you guidelines but they want us to get back to our normal lives asap. I am back to my normal life doing all the stuff I did with my horses before I had breast cancer. Women who have breast cancer and are treated just have a little blip of time in our lives when our schedules are a bit disrupted. The best advice my doctor gave me after my treatment was to "Go live your life!" Hang in there! Take care, Sharon -
anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
I agree I went to physical therapy before my replacement surgery, and after my replacement surgery. That is the best way to start moving. I agree listen to your body. Make sure you communicate to your Dr.
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Had Lumpectomy and removal of 2 nodes 16 days ago.... I feel that my breast feels heavy.... and still sore... Is this normal? I have no fever and no redness the scars are healing very nice... Guess the heaviness of the Breast is worrying me... Any advice?
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
HI Carla, That was how mine felt. Had to wear soft sports bra all of the time. Still have to at night sometimes. I'm constantly putting on and taking off the bra. The scar seems to tug. Annoying. I found stretching helps with that, but if you have large breast you'll probably feel it more. Had my...
Comment 1HI Carla, That was how mine felt. Had to wear soft sports bra all of the time. Still have to at night sometimes. I'm constantly putting on and taking off the bra. The scar seems to tug. Annoying. I found stretching helps with that, but if you have large breast you'll probably feel it more. Had my surgery Apr 4 and have tenderness and uncomfortable twinges but glad i still have the little girl. It will improve. :-D Jo
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anonymous
Survivor since 2012
I had my second surgery in March and I still have not healed inside. That breast is sometimes hot feeling and still aches. The onc. Said it could take a year to heal. Just be sure to discuss everything with your drs. That is the best source.
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I'm status post bilateral mastectomies and in the process of chemotherapy. My cancer is stage two and had 10 lymph nodes removed. I have lymph edema. My question is that I really want to run in the future. Is that ever going to be possible???
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anonymous
Patient
After I recovered from mastectomy And a miscarriage i walked -jogged- 3 miles every day. Then I was able to run 3-5 miles for the countdown to my chemo even that very morning before I received chemo I ran , my mantra was "screw u cancer , not gonna stop me".... Now im almost 6 weeks out of...
3 comments 1After I recovered from mastectomy And a miscarriage i walked -jogged- 3 miles every day. Then I was able to run 3-5 miles for the countdown to my chemo even that very morning before I received chemo I ran , my mantra was "screw u cancer , not gonna stop me".... Now im almost 6 weeks out of chemo but still getting Herceptin I'm back to running 3 miles everymorning "slow but steady " .. And i do strength training exercises , eventually I hope to train for a triathlon I'm no athlete by any means im just not gonna b taken down by this crap not gonna stop me ! You will get your running stride again , one step , one boob , at a time ;-)
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anonymous
Survivor since 2011
Yes! You can do anything you work hard enough to do. We have cancer it doesn't have us. We have to be smart but we can do and be what want.
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