Month: January 2019

After my plastic surgeon appointment, I went over to my medical oncologist to discuss the follow up chemo. They drew blood and checked to ensure I was healthy enough to start the pills. My doctor had mentioned that this chemo had few side effects mainly just red hands (no hair loss, no travel restrictions etc). So we confirmed I would Read More …

Had an appointment with my plastic surgeon to review my post-radiation status. He said everything looks good! He was very please with how they look. We went ahead and filled my right boob up and even added some to my left boob. They are now uneven again, but the thinking is the left one may shrink with the radiation so Read More …

On Monday, I had my last radiation treatment. It feels great completing this portion of my treatment. The treated area isn’t as sore, but it is tight and peeling. Redness is slowly fading. The doctor said we’ll see the permanent results in 3-12 months – if the skin tightens or changes. I’m adamant about keeping it moisturized so fingers crossed Read More …

Radiation going well. So far very few side effects. On Friday I noticed some redness in a few areas but after the weekend it disappeared. I’ve also noticed some light cramping in my ribs under my left boob, but the doctor said it’s not worry some – we’ll watch it. A nurse said it could be the nerves regaining feeling. Read More …