Treatment plan

gerrico1216
gerrico1216 Member Posts: 41
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
Went to the drs on Feb.25th. Treatment as follows. 6 rounds of TAC then radiation. Should start in about 3 weeks. Dr. wants me to heal about 4-5 weeks before starting chemo. I'mdoing great with the Port tender but okay. I am having a lot issues with the surgery on breast still swollen a little having problems being nausea and tired. Is this all normal after surgery? I had alot of surgery in past but never felt like this. Maybe nervous? stressed out which is possible. I'm so glad that I found this site.

Thank yoo and God Bless All
Darlene

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  • seof
    seof Member Posts: 819 Member
    #2
    Ask Dr.
    My first advice is always talk to your Dr. I would guess that the nausea could be from nerves, the body's reaction to all the stressors, or maybe from pain meds, if you are taking any. They have a lot of good antinausea meds available. talk to your Dr. about it, they should be able to help.
  • EveningStar2
    EveningStar2 Member Posts: 491 Member
    #3
    welcome

    After my surgery--I had a lumpectomy--I was unhappy with my recovery because it seemed to not be as fast as previous surgeries. My sisters in pink on this board reminded me to slow down and give myself a chance. They were right of course. I had a bit of trouble with nausea post surgery also. The surgeon couldn't explain it either but it was real.

    Maureen
  • EveningStar2
    EveningStar2 Member Posts: 491 Member
    #4
    welcome

    After my surgery--I had a lumpectomy--I was unhappy with my recovery because it seemed to not be as fast as previous surgeries. My sisters in pink on this board reminded me to slow down and give myself a chance. They were right of course. I had a bit of trouble with nausea post surgery also. The surgeon couldn't explain it either but it was real.

    Maureen
  • mmontero38
    mmontero38 Member Posts: 1,510
    #5
    Hi Darlene: Glad everything
    Hi Darlene: Glad everything went well. Just remember that your body went through a lot of trauma, so you will feel tired and a bit nauseas. You have had anesthesia 2x in a matter of a few weeks. Just listen to your body and rest when tired. Right now your body needs that to fight the beast. As for the swelling, don't forget it takes about 6 weeks for your body to heal. Swelling is very common after any surgery. And of course, stress and nerves wreak havoc also. Give yourself time. Hugs, Lili
  • Derbygirl
    Derbygirl Member Posts: 198
    #6
    I'm 6 months post lumpectomy
    I'm 6 months post lumpectomy and still have some tenderness. I had three surgeries from June to Augsut 2009 on one breast to get clean margins, which was successful. I think only time will heal for both of us. Fatigue is expected with all that you're going through. The challenges of chemo and radiation will enhance the fatigue. Take it easy and rest often. I didn't experience the nausea and didn't have a port. Most people on this network have been through similar treatment plans and we all react differently. I'm sure others will share experiences and I encourage you to visit this site often with concerns or comments. Good luck.
  • creampuff91344
    creampuff91344 Member Posts: 988
    #7
    Derbygirl said:

    I'm 6 months post lumpectomy
    I'm 6 months post lumpectomy and still have some tenderness. I had three surgeries from June to Augsut 2009 on one breast to get clean margins, which was successful. I think only time will heal for both of us. Fatigue is expected with all that you're going through. The challenges of chemo and radiation will enhance the fatigue. Take it easy and rest often. I didn't experience the nausea and didn't have a port. Most people on this network have been through similar treatment plans and we all react differently. I'm sure others will share experiences and I encourage you to visit this site often with concerns or comments. Good luck.

    Darlene, I am so sorry you
    Darlene, I am so sorry you are having to go through all of this, but know that there are people ready and willing to share their experiences with you, and hopefully help you get through the upcoming treatment. A warning that I would like to pass along is in regard to nausea. I experienced nausea following surgery, and also during the first two chemo treatments. My oncologist prescribed the drug Reglan, which acts as a "speed up" of the intestinal tract, and was supposed to relieve the nausea. Yesterday, February 27, 2009, the FDA issued a "black box" warning regarding this drug, stating that there is a high risk of developing tardive dyskinesia, or involuntary and repetitive movements of the body, with long-term or high-dose use of metoclopramide (Reglan), even after the drugs are no longer taken. I took Reglan for four months during the last of my chemo treatment, and started experiencing signs of tardive dyskinesia about a month into taking the Reglan. I am now about four month free of Reglan, and still am having major problems. PLEASE BE WARNED. Do not take this drug, as there are other treatments as effective, and a lot less harmful. Good luck in your upcoming treatment cycles. I know you can do this. Hugs your way.

    Judy
  • gerrico1216
    gerrico1216 Member Posts: 41
    #8
    creampuff91344 said:

    Darlene, I am so sorry you
    Darlene, I am so sorry you are having to go through all of this, but know that there are people ready and willing to share their experiences with you, and hopefully help you get through the upcoming treatment. A warning that I would like to pass along is in regard to nausea. I experienced nausea following surgery, and also during the first two chemo treatments. My oncologist prescribed the drug Reglan, which acts as a "speed up" of the intestinal tract, and was supposed to relieve the nausea. Yesterday, February 27, 2009, the FDA issued a "black box" warning regarding this drug, stating that there is a high risk of developing tardive dyskinesia, or involuntary and repetitive movements of the body, with long-term or high-dose use of metoclopramide (Reglan), even after the drugs are no longer taken. I took Reglan for four months during the last of my chemo treatment, and started experiencing signs of tardive dyskinesia about a month into taking the Reglan. I am now about four month free of Reglan, and still am having major problems. PLEASE BE WARNED. Do not take this drug, as there are other treatments as effective, and a lot less harmful. Good luck in your upcoming treatment cycles. I know you can do this. Hugs your way.

    Judy

    Thank you All
    Thank you ALL, You information helps me. Sometimes, I wonder if I am going crazy. The nausea and soreness reminds me what I am fighting. I come here feelig sadness tehn realize I am not the only one. Unfornately, I am not.

    God Bless All (((((HUGS)))))

    Darlene

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