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ppurdin
ppurdin CSN Member Posts: 1,181 Member
in Breast Cancer #1

I seen my reg. Cancer Dr. Yesterday.She has talked to the surgeon and cancer surgeon.They are recommending hot Chemo.I was Praying I dint have to do this Chemo.I am just numb at this point.I meet with specialist soon.I am very scared and confused .

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  • button2
    button2 CSN Member Posts: 421 Member
    #2
    So sorry Pat

    I'm sorry that you are having to go thru all this. Ask lots of questions about what to expect and maybe the doctors can allay your fears a bit. It sounds like they have a handle on what should be done for your case. You are in my prayers, Anna

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  • cati0314
    cati0314 CSN Member Posts: 203
    #3
    frightening but safe

    Hi, I read your post and looked up hot chemo.  It appears to be safe and has advantages over traditional chemo.  It is heated and put into your abdomen after your surgery has been completed to remove tumors.  It is only done once and since most of it stays in the abdomen there are very few of the usual toxic effects of chemo.  It also allows for a more intense dose of chemo.  Please see this link:  https://www.mdanderson.org/treatment-options/hyperthermic-intraperitoneal-chemotherapy.html

    Here's another, rather upbeat, link on this type of chemo:  https://www.roswellpark.org/media/news/study-results-show-low-morbidity-mortality-rates-patients-treated-hipec

    I'm sure your doctors have given you all this information.  Sometimes they give so much info its hard to absorb it all!  Did you bring someone with you, take notes, or record the conversations?

    I know you're scared and healing thoughts are being sent your way today and every day..you'll get through this!

     

    Prayers,

    Sharon

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  • Pixie Dust
    Pixie Dust CSN Member Posts: 424 Member
    #4
    We are with you

    ppurdin, sorry you are having a rough time but I will have to say "who would not be" considering what you have been through  throughout your years and now this. We all have to think positive when we go through alot of things. I know it is easier said than done. Especially when it is been said by another person. Hope all of this is behind you soon and all of us pink sisters are with you in prayers, love, support and encouragement.  Hugs, Pixie Dust

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  • camul
    camul CSN Member Posts: 2,537
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    Pat, I am sorry you have to do any chemo,

    However, I am so pleased that your doctors all agree with the treatment.  My biggest frustrations have been that ea h one, rads, onco, and pain management have not been on the same page.  This makes it very hard to make an informed decision.  

    I continue to hope for the best.  Hugs and prayers.

    Carol 

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