Yeh, I am officially done treating this inflammatory breast cancer!!!! I had my last radiation treatment on Thursday but this almost didn't happen. I saw the radiologist on Wednesday and after he looked at my burning skin he said we should probably stop. I didn't say anything but was thinking NO I will have my last treatment no matter what! Well he opened up my chart and either the diagnosis or the prognosis changed his mind because then he said we better finish the treatment plan and have the last radiation. He said to call him if I blister as I would need some Flamazine. So far no blistering but very itchy. Interesting to know that the nadir (or worst possible side effects) occurs 7-10 days after treatment is finished..meaning you keep burning for awhile!!
Now what? That's what I want to know. I have some follow up appointments and I will have to find out how they monitor me. From what I understand the follow up monitoring isn't the best in Canada but I will find out.
Some of the wonderful women at work took me out for a celebratory finished treatment dinner. Thank you!
Thank you to everyone for all your prayers, support, meals and love you have shown us during this difficult time. I will always remember you.
But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31
Hi Lynn I came across your blog this evening as I was researching on the internet. i go for a mammo and ultrasound tomorrow after seeing the Dr yesterday when I presented with a rash and other symptoms on my left breast. Thank you for your bible versus Jeremiah 29:11 is true to my heart. Best wishes to you....
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