New to the board....

Hi Nov1121
I just wanted to welcome you, looks like no ones's had the chance, I'm sorry I've only had a lumpectomy (last week) and am having a re-incission (surgury) next week, so I don't know much about what you've been through, I also waiting to find out about the chemo treatment plan.

But I wanted to tell you that being scared is normal and that we're all scared on this journey at some point. Just take a deep breathe like you'll hear many time from many people here and meet each day one step at a time. And remember that we are all here you to help you take this journey.

So please come back often and keep us up dated on how you're doing.

Soon the rest of the family will sign on and welcome you, and you'll feel the support this wonderful site, and people here have to offer.

God bless
Aurora

nov.....
Hello and welcome. Very sorry for your dx, but glad that you found us.

Scared, yes! I was terrified! Especially about treatment. But you will get through the chemo and move forward. It's sometimes not easy, but you can do it! You will come out the other side, a stronger and healthier person.

Sorry, I'm not in Texas...

CR

zahalene said:

Hello, nov
I am in Arkansas...just next door.
I lost both breasts at different times.
23+ years ago.
Did not have recon, but had chemo, rads, tamoxifen.
I am telling you that this is DOABLE. And that there is life after cancer and it can be GOOD.
Hang on to those two facts and you will be fine.
Keep posting here and vent, laugh, cry, ask questions, answer questions with us.
God bless.

Welcome
Hi there.
I am a long way from you--I'm in Maine.
I had a double mastectomy in Feb 2009 with tissue expanders put in at the time of surgery. I have finished my fills and then in November 3 months after I finish chemo the plastic surgeon will do the exchange. After that then I will think about the nipple reconstruction and tattooing.

I have one more chemo treatment left and then in August I will have Herceptin alone for one year through my port.

Chemo is doable--listen to your oncologist and your body.

Hugs,
Margo

Hi Nov, I'm from Texas
Hi Nov, I'm from Texas (Temple/Belton/Ft.Hood) and I'm one year out from diagnosis. There are several others from Texas as well. I had a lumpectomy, chemo and radiation that finished on Christmas Eve. Now I'm taking hormone therapy for 5 years. I didn't have the mastectomy, but many others will address that issue. Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a frightening time for you and most of us have been there (there are some caregivers on board). The good news is that we survived! This network is a good place to visit 24/7 and talk with others in different stages of the journey. Good luck to you.

Welcome Nov...
Glad you found us although it would have been better if it wasn't for this reason. I'm pretty far from you (West Virginia) but I am going through the same thing...Breast Cancer. I had a lumpectomy and am getting close to starting my treatments. Yes, we do what we have to do to get healthy again. I believe several people are from Texas, so hang in there, I'm sure they'll be along shortly. We're here to walk with each other through this journey, so come back whenever you need to. Pammy

I'm in the San Antonio area
I'm in the San Antonio area of Texas. People from other states don't realize how big Texas is. When we go to Indiana for a visit it takes us 8 hours just to get out of the state! I had a modified radical mastectomy in 2003 on the right side and did not get reconstruction. I also had chemo before and after surgery and radiation. Good luck with treatment.

cats_toy said:

Hi Nov
sorry, I have not had the mastectomies, nor do I live in Texas, but we do not have to live close to be able to help in any way we can. Normal to be scared, just keep telling yourself that the chemo is helping while you go through it.
Let us know how it goes for you
Cat

Hi Nov. Just want to
Hi Nov. Just want to welcome you! And, it is very normal to be scared. We all were.

sgamtd said:

New to the board
Hi tia and welcome. I am new here too, but have found lots of comfort and support.
I am in TX too, 180 miles south of Ft. Worth, so not too far from you. Howdy neighbor.
I was diagnosed in June 09 and this coming monday I will have a bone scan, then finally on Tuesday I have an appointment with the surgeon in Fort Worth to get the "game" plan.
I am prepared for the worst case senario, that way it can't get any worse, and I could end up with some good news.
So as of yet I am not going thru the same thing, but know we are all scared, you are not alone. Take one day at a time, look for something fun to do or think about to make you laugh out loud, that is good medicine for being scared, at least it works for me.
Sincerely
Sandy

Welcome both our new Texas girls
Tia and Sandy, i would like to welcome you both here, believe me and i'm talking from experence you will recieve so much loving support here. Our sisters in pink on this board are courageous, caring, optimistic, and can be very funny. Keep posting and let us know how everything is going.
hugs, jackie

Welcome, nov1121
We're all here to support and encourage each other - glad you found us.

My surgery was lumpectomy, with invasive treatment: chemo & rads. Of course, yes - chemo is quite frightening. Yet, it IS doable. Many members are in the midsts of it now, or are finished.

I live in the Midwest, far from you. Know that when you're on this site/the breast cancer board - you are surrounded by survivors. There's always someone here to "talk" with. Visit often, whenever you need or would like to.

Hi, you will be ok. I know
Hi, you will be ok. I know how scary this time is for you, I remember it well. But you are in your doctors care and they will take care of you and do everything possible to make you well and strong. There are great treatments for BC and the great majority of us will be cured or able to manage it for a long, long many years.

Try and stay positive----remember the mind is very powerful and rules the body.

Welcome to the site, we are all here for you day or night. Please keep us updated on your progress. Eil