Update from Sunrae

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Sunrae
Sunrae Member Posts: 808
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
Sorry I haven't been on too much lately but it seems like I ran out of energy since I had the heart procedure to open up one of my blocked arteries. Its probably more from the bronchitis or asthma than the heart. Today I went to another cardiologist that will be at the same hospital where I'll be having my masectomy and he gave me the "OK" for surgery next week, April 15. Seems to feel that my shortness of breath is not so much from my heart but changed one of my HB pressure meds so I'll have to see how that goes. Have to admit I've been pretty frustrated lately and was getting real down. I was dxed last Sept. and been on Femara for all these months, tumors have shrunk somewhat, but I just wanted to get the masectomy over with and radiation. I thought I was handling it all pretty well but found myself very emotional the past few weeks, especially after I found out I had heart blockage. So now I'm getting hopeful that next week will finally be another important step in my bc struggle, get the masectomy and rads to follow. Want to thank all of you for your support, encouragement and help in getting thru this. You're a great bunch of sisters!
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  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
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    That's a long time
    That's an awfully long time to wait and worry and not feel well. Get rest so you can be strong for your surgery and know that we're all sending our very best wishes for your swift recovery.

    Victoria
  • Jeanne D
    Jeanne D Member Posts: 1,867
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    Sweet Sunrae ♥
    ♥
    Every time I see your beautiful face and smile, it makes me smile. I am so sorry for all of these unforeseen problems that you have been dealing with. I know they are taking a huge toll on you, mentally and physically. I wish there were some magic wand that I could wave and take them all away from you. I hope that the new BP meds will help with your shortness of breath. I also want you to know that I am sending you prayers and strong positive thoughts for your upcoming surgery next week. We will all be there with you Sunrae, praying for you and holding your hand. So, if the room seems crowded, it is because all of your bc sisters are there watching over you. You will get thru this and we will all help you...every step of the way dear friend!

    Love, Jeanne ♥</♥</font>
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
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    Jeanne D said:

    Sweet Sunrae ♥
    ♥
    Every time I see your beautiful face and smile, it makes me smile. I am so sorry for all of these unforeseen problems that you have been dealing with. I know they are taking a huge toll on you, mentally and physically. I wish there were some magic wand that I could wave and take them all away from you. I hope that the new BP meds will help with your shortness of breath. I also want you to know that I am sending you prayers and strong positive thoughts for your upcoming surgery next week. We will all be there with you Sunrae, praying for you and holding your hand. So, if the room seems crowded, it is because all of your bc sisters are there watching over you. You will get thru this and we will all help you...every step of the way dear friend!

    Love, Jeanne ♥</♥</font>

    Sunrae
    Wishing you Good luck on April 15 and easy healing. I will be thinking of you on the day of your surgery,
    Hugs,
    New Flower.
  • Marlene_K
    Marlene_K Member Posts: 508
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    The 15th
    I feel that same connection Jeanne does... for some reason, your picture always makes me feel warm. I haven't been on much lately either. I just haven't had much time, but I'll be thinking about you on the 15th. The 15th is my last day of radiation so we will both be hitting milestones on the same day :) I truly believe that you will feel MUCH better when you wake up and realize that it's finally out of you! Lots of prayers and good wishes for a speedy and full recovery!

    Love, Mar
  • MyTurnNow
    MyTurnNow Member Posts: 2,686 Member
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    Sunrae, it was great to see
    Sunrae, it was great to see you posting but sorry you have been feeling kind of down. I agree that once your surgery is over next week, I think you'll have a huge wave of relief wash over you that the cancer is finally gone. I'll be sending positive thoughts your way. Take care and rest up for this milestone. Sending (((hugs))) your way!!!
  • mimivac
    mimivac Member Posts: 2,143 Member
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    Good to hear from you!
    Sunrae, you have not had it easy this past year. Cancer was enough to deal with, and then to add another complication with the heart blockage must have really worn you out. I am very glad you were cleared for surgery though. This will a step in the direction of healing that you need. I forsee better days and sunnier skies for you, dear. I wish you a great spring and summer, recuperating and living life. My very best for next week.

    Mimi
  • Sher43009
    Sher43009 Member Posts: 602 Member
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    MyTurnNow said:

    Sunrae, it was great to see
    Sunrae, it was great to see you posting but sorry you have been feeling kind of down. I agree that once your surgery is over next week, I think you'll have a huge wave of relief wash over you that the cancer is finally gone. I'll be sending positive thoughts your way. Take care and rest up for this milestone. Sending (((hugs))) your way!!!

    I'll be thinking of you
    I'll be thinking of you Sunrae. Let us know how you're feeling.

    Sher
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
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    mimivac said:

    Good to hear from you!
    Sunrae, you have not had it easy this past year. Cancer was enough to deal with, and then to add another complication with the heart blockage must have really worn you out. I am very glad you were cleared for surgery though. This will a step in the direction of healing that you need. I forsee better days and sunnier skies for you, dear. I wish you a great spring and summer, recuperating and living life. My very best for next week.

    Mimi

    Wishing you good luck on
    Wishing you good luck on your surgery on the 15th! Praying for a speedy recovery for you also.

    Hugs, Diane
  • mariam_11_09
    mariam_11_09 Member Posts: 691
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    Sunrae good to hear from you
    Sunrae good to hear from you and thanks for updating us on your progress. And yes, I say progress because you are making steps towards recovery. It is understandable that you would feel emotional, you are going through so much but also seem to be handling it with such courage as well. Hang in there and remember just one day at a time. much love to you.
  • arkansasgirl
    arkansasgirl Member Posts: 84
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    GOD BLESS YOU!!!
    You have had your fair share of all this. Hope you start feeling better and especially
    to get the surgery behind you and to start focusing on getting well. You will be in my prayers. Keep your head up and most of all think positive. In fact get an attitude with
    all of this that your going to kick IT, beat it and ask questions later.

    So please keep us posted.

    ARKANSASGIRL
  • Angie2U
    Angie2U Member Posts: 2,991
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    MyTurnNow said:

    Sunrae, it was great to see
    Sunrae, it was great to see you posting but sorry you have been feeling kind of down. I agree that once your surgery is over next week, I think you'll have a huge wave of relief wash over you that the cancer is finally gone. I'll be sending positive thoughts your way. Take care and rest up for this milestone. Sending (((hugs))) your way!!!

    I'll be thinking of you and
    I'll be thinking of you and praying for you on your surgery date Sunrae!


    Hugs, Angie
  • cindycflynn
    cindycflynn Member Posts: 1,132 Member
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    Sunrae
    Sorry to hear you've been feeling so down, but elated to hear that you're surgery has finally been scheduled.

    As Jeanne said, the room will be crowded with all of your sisters keeping an eye on you to ensure the surgery goes as smoothly as possible.

    Please keep us posted when you can. We are all rooting for you!

    Take care,
    Cindy
  • jbug
    jbug Member Posts: 285
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    Will be praying for your
    Will be praying for your continued recovery and peace for/during your upcoming surgery. Blessings...
    Julie
  • ms_independent
    ms_independent Member Posts: 214
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    so sorry
    Thanks so much for the update. I too love seeing your beautiful face. I am so sorry for all the problems on top of the breast cancer. I know it feels bad to be down but, it's pretty natural given all you've had to deal with. So, please don't beat yourself up about being down. It's just OK to be (emotionally) wherever you need to be.
    Lots of prayers and good thoughts will be with you now and next week. You are loved!
    Hugs, El
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
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    Marlene_K said:

    The 15th
    I feel that same connection Jeanne does... for some reason, your picture always makes me feel warm. I haven't been on much lately either. I just haven't had much time, but I'll be thinking about you on the 15th. The 15th is my last day of radiation so we will both be hitting milestones on the same day :) I truly believe that you will feel MUCH better when you wake up and realize that it's finally out of you! Lots of prayers and good wishes for a speedy and full recovery!

    Love, Mar

    Your pic makes me smile too
    Your pic makes me smile too Sunrae, just like Jeanne and Marlene said.

    Good luck and wishing you a speedy recovery!
  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member
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    ms_independent said:

    so sorry
    Thanks so much for the update. I too love seeing your beautiful face. I am so sorry for all the problems on top of the breast cancer. I know it feels bad to be down but, it's pretty natural given all you've had to deal with. So, please don't beat yourself up about being down. It's just OK to be (emotionally) wherever you need to be.
    Lots of prayers and good thoughts will be with you now and next week. You are loved!
    Hugs, El

    I echo what everyone else
    I echo what everyone else has said. you have been hit hard. It will be good to get the surgery over with. We will be holding your hand. One day during my first rad I was nervous and I pictured everyone holding my hand and it did help. sisters who understand. Yesterday I was very weepy, (prob because I had a post op appt (bum)) ya just get sick of docs, procedures etc.. but every one you check off brings you closer to your goal and you will enjoy that wonderful summer.
  • Sunrae
    Sunrae Member Posts: 808
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    carkris said:

    I echo what everyone else
    I echo what everyone else has said. you have been hit hard. It will be good to get the surgery over with. We will be holding your hand. One day during my first rad I was nervous and I pictured everyone holding my hand and it did help. sisters who understand. Yesterday I was very weepy, (prob because I had a post op appt (bum)) ya just get sick of docs, procedures etc.. but every one you check off brings you closer to your goal and you will enjoy that wonderful summer.

    Thanks for all your love and
    Thanks for all your love and support. I know when I go into the OR so many of you will be there with me and that's a thought I will dwell on. I think sometimes all my health issues just overwhelm me. Lately my diabetes has been out of whack and that causes me problems too. In the last week I've been to 4 doctors, and only one of them was dealing with bc. I know many others are dealing with problems too as they go thru this battle. I try not be post when I'm feeling so negative but I just had to vent my frustration. Soon I hope to be back to my old bouncy self and get on with my life. I'm so happy to see so many dancing with NED. This kind of news is so uplifting and inspiring and I never tire of reading these posts. I can't wait for my turn but I know I have to take one step at a time to get to that dance. Sisters, we will all get there and we can join in the celebration that goes with dancing with NED. Hang in there and I will too. Love you all.
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
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    cindycflynn said:

    Sunrae
    Sorry to hear you've been feeling so down, but elated to hear that you're surgery has finally been scheduled.

    As Jeanne said, the room will be crowded with all of your sisters keeping an eye on you to ensure the surgery goes as smoothly as possible.

    Please keep us posted when you can. We are all rooting for you!

    Take care,
    Cindy

    I will be praying for your
    I will be praying for your surgery Sunrae and for a quick recovery!
  • natly15
    natly15 Member Posts: 1,941
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    My thoughts and prayers are
    My thoughts and prayers are with you. You are a beautiful lady and I'm praying beautiful outcomes for you.
  • Sunrae
    Sunrae Member Posts: 808
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    natly15 said:

    My thoughts and prayers are
    My thoughts and prayers are with you. You are a beautiful lady and I'm praying beautiful outcomes for you.

    Another setback today. I
    Another setback today. I noticed yesterday that something was bothering me and had to take a urine sample to the dr today. Now I have a urinary tract infection and have been put on antibiotics for the next 5 days, which may hold up my surgery once again. Still having some coughing and lots of sinus drainage from allergies. Called my surgeon and waiting to find out if it can still be done on April 15th. May not know until one day next week but hoping and praying that these infections will clear up quickly. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers.

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