Update: Tamoxifen and D&C

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Bella Luna
Bella Luna Member Posts: 1,578 Member
in Breast Cancer #1
About a month ago, I found out I had thickening of the uterine lining that was caused by Tamoxifen. I have been on the drug for a little over two years. That being said, my gynecologist suggested scheduling for a D&C.

I saw her today for an EKG, labwork, and to answer any questions I might have about the procedure. My heart is in working order and the D&C is slated for next Thursday. Oh, a cyst that has been on my fallopian tube for over 11 years is also going to be removed. It's most likely nothing, but we thought it best due to my medical situation. Should this happen again, other measures will be discussed( ie... postmenopausal drugs, surgery). I am going to keep my fingers crossed that this is a one time deal as I don't want to deal with other major surgeries.

Fingers crossed, full speed ahead. Prayers and well wishes are welcome.
Ines

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  • TraciInLA
    TraciInLA Member Posts: 1,994 Member
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    "My heart is in working order"
    Well, I'm sure glad THAT'S been confirmed, because, you know, if your heart WEREN'T in working order, that would probably be a bad thing....:-)

    Of course, we're hoping the procedure will go completely smoothly, and you'll have no pain and do just fine....JUST DON'T TELL ANYONE! I think this is the perfect excuse to take a long weekend in bed and make other people bring you Ben & Jerry's, put your favorite movies in the DVD player, and fluff your pillows for you!

    Traci
  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
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    You
    will be on my mind next Thursday. I hope things go well and you continue to have your beautiful smile.

    xoxo
    Victoria
  • JuJuBeez
    JuJuBeez Member Posts: 332
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    Ines,
    I just had that done
    Ines,

    I just had that done for the same reason the end of February (I've been on Tamoxifen since Aug 2010). It was one of the easiest recoveries I've ever had. I was really nervous before, not really sure what to expect. I had a nice little nap, went home and fell asleep again from the drugs, and it wasn't as bad as my regular periods. In fact, I hardly bled after. I did have a little discomfort from the gas, but that didn't last too long. The hardest part is the wait afterwards to hear that everything was okay.

    I will certainly cross my fingers, eyes, legs, etc... and send prayers and good 'juju' your way!

    Take care! Let us know how you do!!
  • JuJuBeez
    JuJuBeez Member Posts: 332
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    JuJuBeez said:

    Ines,
    I just had that done
    Ines,

    I just had that done for the same reason the end of February (I've been on Tamoxifen since Aug 2010). It was one of the easiest recoveries I've ever had. I was really nervous before, not really sure what to expect. I had a nice little nap, went home and fell asleep again from the drugs, and it wasn't as bad as my regular periods. In fact, I hardly bled after. I did have a little discomfort from the gas, but that didn't last too long. The hardest part is the wait afterwards to hear that everything was okay.

    I will certainly cross my fingers, eyes, legs, etc... and send prayers and good 'juju' your way!

    Take care! Let us know how you do!!

    p.s.
    That being said... I
    p.s.

    That being said... I may have played it up a little... perhaps indicating to the other members of my household that I was tired and sore, and could not get out of bed.. (Traci is on to something...)
  • Bella Luna
    Bella Luna Member Posts: 1,578 Member
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    Spring Cleaning... the hard way
    Thanks for your support. I am glad to hear it's not a complicated procedure. I know it's important to get it taken care of. The week will fly by and I will be done with it before too long. Mark, my husband, will be going with me. Lauren, my daughter, will be busy with school. I am going to make a big pot of soup that will carry over for several days. Better crack open some cookbooks to get some ideas.

    Will keep you posted on how I am doing.
    Hugs,
    Ines

    PS Traci... Yes, my ticker is Strong! It has always been, no problems there! Onward and Forward!
  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member
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    Bella Luna said:

    Spring Cleaning... the hard way
    Thanks for your support. I am glad to hear it's not a complicated procedure. I know it's important to get it taken care of. The week will fly by and I will be done with it before too long. Mark, my husband, will be going with me. Lauren, my daughter, will be busy with school. I am going to make a big pot of soup that will carry over for several days. Better crack open some cookbooks to get some ideas.

    Will keep you posted on how I am doing.
    Hugs,
    Ines

    PS Traci... Yes, my ticker is Strong! It has always been, no problems there! Onward and Forward!

    We always knew you had a
    We always knew you had a wonderfulheart now this confirms it. wishing you the best possible outcome and recovery form surgery..I agree with Traci a post op prescription if I ever heard one....
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
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    carkris said:

    We always knew you had a
    We always knew you had a wonderfulheart now this confirms it. wishing you the best possible outcome and recovery form surgery..I agree with Traci a post op prescription if I ever heard one....

    Sending positive thoughts
    Ines,
    Cooking always takes my mind away.I agree with Penny , your caring and loving heart is now medically certified. Wishing you easy time on Thursday and quick recovery after it.
    Hugs
  • RE
    RE Member Posts: 4,591 Member
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    Tons of hugs!
    I agree, having a heart in good working order is an excellent start! You can count on my prayers, good wishes, positive thoughts and tons of hugs and love speeding across our state and lovingly smacking you!!! Wishing you all the best Ines, you will be in my prayers!

    RE
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
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    RE said:

    Tons of hugs!
    I agree, having a heart in good working order is an excellent start! You can count on my prayers, good wishes, positive thoughts and tons of hugs and love speeding across our state and lovingly smacking you!!! Wishing you all the best Ines, you will be in my prayers!

    RE

    Ines, My dear precious Friend ---
    My heart is heavy at the thought of you having a 'dust and clean' or D & C -- Hoping
    your procedure is quick, productive and pain-less.

    We will rally the Sisterhood (and Robert) and get our Pink Bus gassed and ready to
    roll in support of your procedure.

    Prayers, positive thoughts and hugs coming your way, dear Ines.

    Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure.

    Vicki Sam
  • Bella Luna
    Bella Luna Member Posts: 1,578 Member
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    VickiSam said:

    Ines, My dear precious Friend ---
    My heart is heavy at the thought of you having a 'dust and clean' or D & C -- Hoping
    your procedure is quick, productive and pain-less.

    We will rally the Sisterhood (and Robert) and get our Pink Bus gassed and ready to
    roll in support of your procedure.

    Prayers, positive thoughts and hugs coming your way, dear Ines.

    Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure.

    Vicki Sam

    A Word of Thanks
    Thank you once again for your kind words and support. The sun is out and it's a gorgeous day! I am going to make sure and enjoy it!

    Wishing you all a great week!
    Hugs,
    Ines
  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 Member Posts: 6,583 Member
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    I had internal ultrasound @6
    I had internal ultrasound @6 mths followed by D & C...I had about 4 ...I was post menopausal but about year ago I started bleeded. I had total hysterctomy last May (almost year since) I am 4 yrs post Breast surgery and at time of hysterctomy I had been on tamoxifen about 3 yrs.

    ALL good now..

    Denise
  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 Member Posts: 6,583 Member
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    So are you reserving the
    So are you reserving the pink bus?

    Denise
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
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    disneyfan2008 said:

    So are you reserving the
    So are you reserving the pink bus?

    Denise

    Our 'Bus' is all gassed up .. and ready to roll --
    Ines, I am hoping and praying that you are find some peace, and enjoying life --
    until Thursday ...

    Gentle hugs my dear friend.

    Vicki Sam
  • aysemari
    aysemari Member Posts: 1,596 Member
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    VickiSam said:

    Our 'Bus' is all gassed up .. and ready to roll --
    Ines, I am hoping and praying that you are find some peace, and enjoying life --
    until Thursday ...

    Gentle hugs my dear friend.

    Vicki Sam

    i am jumping on that bus
    Ines you and your beautiful heart will get curb to curb service.
    With lots of fun times inbetween. Have you cooked up a storm yet?

    Hugs
    Ayse
  • Christmas Girl
    Christmas Girl Member Posts: 3,682 Member
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    We, here...
    ... certainly didn't need a medical test result to know that your heart is in good working order & strong, Ines! We already knew that! :-)

    Special hopes & prayers for you on Thursday. For everything to go very well, speedy recovery & good results all the way around.

    Kind regards, Susan
  • LoveBabyJesus
    LoveBabyJesus Member Posts: 1,679 Member
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    Bella Luna said:

    A Word of Thanks
    Thank you once again for your kind words and support. The sun is out and it's a gorgeous day! I am going to make sure and enjoy it!

    Wishing you all a great week!
    Hugs,
    Ines

    :)
    Just wanted to stop by and wish you good luck with your procedure. I hear it's not so bad. Praying you get your results quickly and that they are good news.

    Enjoy the sunny week!

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