Sorry, I know I am behind to update my blog. I just haven't taken the time to sit down and write. We have been busy with sports and now everybody in the family is getting a sinus infection and asthma concerns so there has been several trips to the doctors.
I saw my Oncologist on November 3, 2010 for a follow up visit. I informed him about my surgery on December 3, 2010. He was shocked to hear about the news! He listened to my chest and my breathing was good. He also pushed on my spine to see if I had any discomfort. He was checking my bones for any abnormality. (no, I didn't have any pain.). He reviewed my bone density test from September and it was normal. I will get a bone density test performed every two years. I explained to him that my night sweats aren't as bad as they were in the last few months. He said " my body is adjusting to the changes and that's why I am not sweating as much as before". I am happy for that! The night sweats were bad. I would wake up and my face and hair would be sticky. Now I just wake up hot and I can take off the covers and go back to sleep. Lucky, I am not having any other side effects at this time.
We reviewed my last blood work results. All the results were good. He informed me when individuals have a hysterectomy that some people's cholesterol will increase. I will have my cholesterol re-checked in five months when I get my other routine blood work done. My cholesterol was good, 174.
He wasn't concerned for ovarian cancer since all my organs were removed. There is a slight chance that a cell for breast cancer is floating around in my body so that is why we have CA-127 and CA-129 markers for breast cancer checked during my blood work routine. Everyday I take Tamoxifen and I asked him if I should remain on this medication or I need to change to Arimidex since I am considered in menopause stage. There was a recent study performed with women who had a partial hysterectomy verses women who had a full hysterectomy. Half of them took the medication Tamoxifen and the other half took the medication Arimidex. There was no difference between the two medications. I have no side effects on Tamoxifen so there is no reason to change. He feels Tamoxifen is better for your bones as well as a great estrogen blocker. He feels that I am a very low risk for breast cancer recurrence. My breast cancer was diagnose at an early stage but when the lab examined the tissue afterwards invasive cancer was found. That is why I am taking the medication and my genetic testing is undetermined if I am a carrier.
I will get my blood work done in May 2011 and follow up with him at that time.
I am feeling okay about the surgery. I am fighting a little bit of sinus issues. I have been resting so I don't get sick before the surgery. It seems like the surgery day is so far away. I want to get the surgery done and over with. I am excited to see what my new boobs will look like! Who would ever think I would be saying those words! I want to start the healing process and be ready for Xmas. I am getting my pre-op blood work done tomorrow and on Thursday I will see my plastic surgeon for my pre-op visit. Take Care and stay warm!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
more surgery part two
The night I found out all this information I was running some errands with Emily. Gene called my cell phone and she heard me talking to him explaining what the doctor said. When I got off the phone, she asked me if I was having surgery again. I said yes. We arrived home shortly after this conversation. I finished explaining all the news to Gene and asked Emily to go upstairs and get ready for bed. When she came back down she sat in my lap and I could tell something was wrong with her. As soon as I asked her what is wrong, she started crying. I realized she was upset about me having surgery. The first thing I said to her was assuring her that I don't have cancer and made sure she understood. I continued to explain that I need to fix my breast. She didn't understand so I turned to Gene and asked him how do I explain this. At this time AJ was walking down stairs so we included him with this conversation. We want to be upfront with the kids so I explained the truth how I had to remove my breast from cancer and I don't have real boobs. I explained I have implants that make me look like I have real boobs and one of them needs to be repaired. I explained this is a subject that was discussed with-in our family and not a topic they need to talk with their friends. I explained I would be home the same day either before they get home from school or around dinner time. Emily was okay but she was sad she won't be able to sit on my lap for awhile. They didn't have any questions. Yes, I did get tears in my eyes while I spoke with my kids. I am sensitive and felt how scared the kids were. I have been through alot as well as my family.
The next day, I started thinking if I should change my implants. The other type of implants are suppose to a softer feeling and the majority of people use them. I spoke with my plastic surgeon's assistant and she gave me the name of the silicone implant she uses. I was able to do some research about this type. I e-mailed my plastic surgeon and she thought I would be pleased with the silicone implants. She said the surgery wouldn't be much longer to switch the other side as well. I have decided to change both of my implants. I currently have saline and will change both breast to silicone. I am staying the same size for my breast so my skin will not need any other surgery. I will follow up with her in regards to questions about the tissue on my left side breast that isn't damage before my surgery.
As far as recovery, it will be less to worry about than the initial surgery. I will not have any drainage tubes, yea!!!! The cavity under my breast skin is already there, she just cuts near the existing scar on each side of my breasts removes the implants and inserts the new implants. She will have to remove tissue from my stomach and insert into the breast. I will have dissolvable stitches on the side of my breast and maybe underneath the front. I will be black/blue from the liposuction on my stomach with a small suture. I will have gauze covering the breast area for the first week. The recovery shouldn't be too long.
I scheduled my surgery for December 3, 2010. I don't know the time until that week. If there our patients that need to have a mastectomy or lumpectomy they will be scheduled before me. I wont be any later than 1:00 in the afternoon. I hope the sooner the better. I need to have some pre-op blood work done before my surgery.
November 3, 2010 I have my five month follow up appointment to see my oncologist.
November 18, 2010 I will see my plastic surgeon for any questions/concerns before my surgery.
My team: Bossom Buddies walked for the American Cancer Society on October 24, 2010. We had a great turnout. I have updated my blog site with some pictures from the walk. It was a colder day than last year's walk. October is a special month for me. This is the month I found out I had breast cancer. I also get to celebrate my birthday this month and remember how lucky I am alive. I will continue to participate in the breast cancer walk each year in October as well.
The next day, I started thinking if I should change my implants. The other type of implants are suppose to a softer feeling and the majority of people use them. I spoke with my plastic surgeon's assistant and she gave me the name of the silicone implant she uses. I was able to do some research about this type. I e-mailed my plastic surgeon and she thought I would be pleased with the silicone implants. She said the surgery wouldn't be much longer to switch the other side as well. I have decided to change both of my implants. I currently have saline and will change both breast to silicone. I am staying the same size for my breast so my skin will not need any other surgery. I will follow up with her in regards to questions about the tissue on my left side breast that isn't damage before my surgery.
As far as recovery, it will be less to worry about than the initial surgery. I will not have any drainage tubes, yea!!!! The cavity under my breast skin is already there, she just cuts near the existing scar on each side of my breasts removes the implants and inserts the new implants. She will have to remove tissue from my stomach and insert into the breast. I will have dissolvable stitches on the side of my breast and maybe underneath the front. I will be black/blue from the liposuction on my stomach with a small suture. I will have gauze covering the breast area for the first week. The recovery shouldn't be too long.
I scheduled my surgery for December 3, 2010. I don't know the time until that week. If there our patients that need to have a mastectomy or lumpectomy they will be scheduled before me. I wont be any later than 1:00 in the afternoon. I hope the sooner the better. I need to have some pre-op blood work done before my surgery.
November 3, 2010 I have my five month follow up appointment to see my oncologist.
November 18, 2010 I will see my plastic surgeon for any questions/concerns before my surgery.
My team: Bossom Buddies walked for the American Cancer Society on October 24, 2010. We had a great turnout. I have updated my blog site with some pictures from the walk. It was a colder day than last year's walk. October is a special month for me. This is the month I found out I had breast cancer. I also get to celebrate my birthday this month and remember how lucky I am alive. I will continue to participate in the breast cancer walk each year in October as well.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
more surgery part one
Yes, it's true more surgery for repair NO CANCER!!!!!! A few weeks ago, I noticed my skin above my right breast getting stretched and it was getting itchy from time to time. I also notice my breast getting firmer and it started to get uncomfortable to sleep on. I made an appointment to see my plastic surgeon. In the meantime, I e-mailed her my concern. She e-mailed me back and said "most likely what you see and feel are side effects of radiation treatment called capsular contracture".
I couldn't believe radiation could have a side effect 1 1/2 years later. I did some research on the Internet until my appointment. On Thursday October 21, 2010 I went and saw her. She confirmed it was capsular contracture from the radiation just by looking at me. She didn't even have to touch me to make the diagnose. She explained this is why the doctors were concerned for me to have radiation after they found out I was positive for cancer in my margin because they were afraid of this side effect. I wasn't aware the radiation would effect me this long after my surgery. Believe me, I am glad I went through radiation rather then having cancer! She explained my breast can stay the way it is now or can get worse. Unfortunately no one knows what my body will do. It is uncomfortable for me. This side effect can happen at anytime but for most of the people the side effect happens shortly after treatment was completed. Everybody knows I don't ever fall in the category as normal when it comes to my story for breast cancer. To give everybody an example it feels like a balloon when it's ready to pop and at the top its getting pulled. This is how I feel. I was shock it happen but not mad. It seems when I think I am done with surgeries and ready to move forward in my life another bump arrives in my journey. All these steps I am going through is making me stronger and I appreciate what I have in my life. It could be worst! At times it does seem like a big dream that I had cancer but I learned not to get depressed about it and to fight and beat it!
From the Internet:
Capsule contracture, the most common complication of breast augmentation surgery, can happen at any time, but seems to be more common in the first several months after surgery. At the time of the initial surgery, a pocket is made for the implant. During the healing process, a capsule forms, which is comprised of fibrous tissue. The body is genetically programmed to shrink scar tissue somewhat. Under normal conditions, the pocket remains open, thus allowing the implant to look and feel natural. However, in some people, the capsule will tighten, and squeeze the implant. This makes the breast implant feel hard, and distorts the appearance of the breast. In the later stages, the implant feels very firm, and may take on a "ball-like" look. It is important to remember that it is not the implant that has hardened. The shrinking of the capsule compresses the implant, causing it to feel firm/hard. However, once the implant is removed, it is just as soft as it was the day it was inserted.
Just like the description above, my breast is firm, looks like a ball and is slightly higher than my left side. The tissue that is under my skin and around my implant has gotten harden from the radiation. The implant itself isn't ruin. I decided along with my surgeon to have the implant removed and replaced. She will order a new implant. The left side is not damage. I would like the surgery done this year before the holidays get hectic and before we go to Canada. The sooner the better. Now that I know I need surgery, I want it tomorrow. She asked me to follow up with her assistant to make the hospital arrangements. If you don't remember, my plastic surgeon's main office is in Long Island, NY and travels to CT a few days a week. The tissue that is damage will be removed. She will perform liposuction and replace the damage tissue with fat tissue. She explained I can choose where I want the liposuction taken from. I would like it taken from my lower abdominal area. I also asked if she can take extra ha ha ha. At least I tried to get more off and make the best of it. The tissue that she will insert will develop over time. She called the process new babies which will develop around the implant. I was concern transferring the tissue without making sure its okay and the answer was no its good just fat. Wow, I guess I can say I had Botox and now liposuction!!!! The surgery will take about 1 1/2 hours and she will perform the surgery by herself. If my cancer surgeon is not performing a surgery at that time, she might be in there with her. This will be an outpatient surgery and I will not stay overnight in the hospital. I am sure your wondering can this happen again after I go through this surgery. Yes, it can. Please say a pray for me that the radiation will not damage the new tissue. In the worst case if that happened then I would need the flap surgery which is major surgery (8-12hrs). I don't want this option at this time.
There is alot more to write and I know its alot to read about for this surgery. Please check back in a day or two for more information.
I couldn't believe radiation could have a side effect 1 1/2 years later. I did some research on the Internet until my appointment. On Thursday October 21, 2010 I went and saw her. She confirmed it was capsular contracture from the radiation just by looking at me. She didn't even have to touch me to make the diagnose. She explained this is why the doctors were concerned for me to have radiation after they found out I was positive for cancer in my margin because they were afraid of this side effect. I wasn't aware the radiation would effect me this long after my surgery. Believe me, I am glad I went through radiation rather then having cancer! She explained my breast can stay the way it is now or can get worse. Unfortunately no one knows what my body will do. It is uncomfortable for me. This side effect can happen at anytime but for most of the people the side effect happens shortly after treatment was completed. Everybody knows I don't ever fall in the category as normal when it comes to my story for breast cancer. To give everybody an example it feels like a balloon when it's ready to pop and at the top its getting pulled. This is how I feel. I was shock it happen but not mad. It seems when I think I am done with surgeries and ready to move forward in my life another bump arrives in my journey. All these steps I am going through is making me stronger and I appreciate what I have in my life. It could be worst! At times it does seem like a big dream that I had cancer but I learned not to get depressed about it and to fight and beat it!
From the Internet:
Capsule contracture, the most common complication of breast augmentation surgery, can happen at any time, but seems to be more common in the first several months after surgery. At the time of the initial surgery, a pocket is made for the implant. During the healing process, a capsule forms, which is comprised of fibrous tissue. The body is genetically programmed to shrink scar tissue somewhat. Under normal conditions, the pocket remains open, thus allowing the implant to look and feel natural. However, in some people, the capsule will tighten, and squeeze the implant. This makes the breast implant feel hard, and distorts the appearance of the breast. In the later stages, the implant feels very firm, and may take on a "ball-like" look. It is important to remember that it is not the implant that has hardened. The shrinking of the capsule compresses the implant, causing it to feel firm/hard. However, once the implant is removed, it is just as soft as it was the day it was inserted.
Just like the description above, my breast is firm, looks like a ball and is slightly higher than my left side. The tissue that is under my skin and around my implant has gotten harden from the radiation. The implant itself isn't ruin. I decided along with my surgeon to have the implant removed and replaced. She will order a new implant. The left side is not damage. I would like the surgery done this year before the holidays get hectic and before we go to Canada. The sooner the better. Now that I know I need surgery, I want it tomorrow. She asked me to follow up with her assistant to make the hospital arrangements. If you don't remember, my plastic surgeon's main office is in Long Island, NY and travels to CT a few days a week. The tissue that is damage will be removed. She will perform liposuction and replace the damage tissue with fat tissue. She explained I can choose where I want the liposuction taken from. I would like it taken from my lower abdominal area. I also asked if she can take extra ha ha ha. At least I tried to get more off and make the best of it. The tissue that she will insert will develop over time. She called the process new babies which will develop around the implant. I was concern transferring the tissue without making sure its okay and the answer was no its good just fat. Wow, I guess I can say I had Botox and now liposuction!!!! The surgery will take about 1 1/2 hours and she will perform the surgery by herself. If my cancer surgeon is not performing a surgery at that time, she might be in there with her. This will be an outpatient surgery and I will not stay overnight in the hospital. I am sure your wondering can this happen again after I go through this surgery. Yes, it can. Please say a pray for me that the radiation will not damage the new tissue. In the worst case if that happened then I would need the flap surgery which is major surgery (8-12hrs). I don't want this option at this time.
There is alot more to write and I know its alot to read about for this surgery. Please check back in a day or two for more information.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
new photo
Hi,
As many of you know this month is Breast Cancer awareness. There has been several sports and activities on TV that help individuals aware of breast cancer. My son's hockey team played in a tournament last weekend and each team had picked how they would represent pink to help awareness. On our team, each player taped the bottom of their hockey stick pink. I thought it was awesome that the breast cancer symbol was painted under the ice for these games. Look at the photo I added to my site!!!
I will be walking on October 24, 2010 along with family and friends to help raise awareness and money for the American Cancer Society. I will update the photos and how the day went after the event. I hope the weather is beautiful for us.
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=11611219&pg=personal&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=6OyRWCQMrHgtgZzDoIwEHA..&s_tafId=542293
As many of you know this month is Breast Cancer awareness. There has been several sports and activities on TV that help individuals aware of breast cancer. My son's hockey team played in a tournament last weekend and each team had picked how they would represent pink to help awareness. On our team, each player taped the bottom of their hockey stick pink. I thought it was awesome that the breast cancer symbol was painted under the ice for these games. Look at the photo I added to my site!!!
I will be walking on October 24, 2010 along with family and friends to help raise awareness and money for the American Cancer Society. I will update the photos and how the day went after the event. I hope the weather is beautiful for us.
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=11611219&pg=personal&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=6OyRWCQMrHgtgZzDoIwEHA..&s_tafId=542293
Monday, September 13, 2010
Dexa Examine
On Tuesday September 7, 2010 I had a Dexa Exam (bone density test). I wasn't sure what to expect since this was my first exam. I was told the test was compared to a x-ray and I was able to drive myself to the appointment. I did remove my earrings and didn't wear any jewelry since I wasn't sure how particular the test would be involved. I was surprised when I checked in that I didn't have to fill out any paperwork. (maybe they felt my information was updated since this was the same facility I recently had my MRI's).
I had to wait about five minutes then was called in. The nurse had me put on a gown. We went into an individual exam room and I laid down on the table. She had me turn my left ankle inwards and then strapped the ankle into a velcro strap. She entered some information into the computer asked my weight, height and explained the procedure would take about 10 minutes. The table might slightly shake from the machine moving. She also verified that I haven't had any back or hip surgery. The machine looked like a L shape that scanned my lower body for the first scan. I had to bend my knees and put my feet up on a block for the second scan which went higher up on my body. The machine was above me and never touched me. The test was over and she said a technician will read the x-ray in the next 24 hours and my doctor will follow up with me.
Wow, I was so amazed how fast and easy the exam went. I guess I was surprised because other examines were so uncomfortable that this exam was a breeze! I thought I would explain my experience for those of you who haven't experience this test.
On Friday September 10, 2010 I received the following text from my Oncologist and he said" Hi Monica, your bone density test was NORMAL! Congrads and keep up the calcium/vit D Best, his name"
That was great news! I had an appointment to see him on September 15 so I text-ed him back that I am feeling great and since he has given me the results do I still need to see him in the office in a few days? He said " I can reschedule my appointment".
September 13, 2010 I called the office and rescheduled. My next appointment is on November 3. My OBYGN office also called today to inform me the results of my Dexa exam. I received a copy of the Dexa exam and my last blood work today via fax.
I am feeling great and I hope this long journey is over for cancer!!! I will continue to be monitored by all my doctors for the next five years. Yes, I still have night sweats every night. I guess this is the worst part!
I will be walking on October 24, 2010 for Breast Cancer sponsored by The American Cancer Society. Please donate for my walk:
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=11611219&pg=personal&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=6OyRWCQMrHgtgZzDoIwEHA..&s_tafId=542293
Take Care and I will update my blog after my walk SMILE :> it makes you feel better even if its only for a minute!
I had to wait about five minutes then was called in. The nurse had me put on a gown. We went into an individual exam room and I laid down on the table. She had me turn my left ankle inwards and then strapped the ankle into a velcro strap. She entered some information into the computer asked my weight, height and explained the procedure would take about 10 minutes. The table might slightly shake from the machine moving. She also verified that I haven't had any back or hip surgery. The machine looked like a L shape that scanned my lower body for the first scan. I had to bend my knees and put my feet up on a block for the second scan which went higher up on my body. The machine was above me and never touched me. The test was over and she said a technician will read the x-ray in the next 24 hours and my doctor will follow up with me.
Wow, I was so amazed how fast and easy the exam went. I guess I was surprised because other examines were so uncomfortable that this exam was a breeze! I thought I would explain my experience for those of you who haven't experience this test.
On Friday September 10, 2010 I received the following text from my Oncologist and he said" Hi Monica, your bone density test was NORMAL! Congrads and keep up the calcium/vit D Best, his name"
That was great news! I had an appointment to see him on September 15 so I text-ed him back that I am feeling great and since he has given me the results do I still need to see him in the office in a few days? He said " I can reschedule my appointment".
September 13, 2010 I called the office and rescheduled. My next appointment is on November 3. My OBYGN office also called today to inform me the results of my Dexa exam. I received a copy of the Dexa exam and my last blood work today via fax.
I am feeling great and I hope this long journey is over for cancer!!! I will continue to be monitored by all my doctors for the next five years. Yes, I still have night sweats every night. I guess this is the worst part!
I will be walking on October 24, 2010 for Breast Cancer sponsored by The American Cancer Society. Please donate for my walk:
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=11611219&pg=personal&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=6OyRWCQMrHgtgZzDoIwEHA..&s_tafId=542293
Take Care and I will update my blog after my walk SMILE :> it makes you feel better even if its only for a minute!
Friday, September 3, 2010
Blood work
I had my blood drawn on August 20, 2010. This was the first time since my surgery. I had to fast for this visit since I was getting my cholesterol checked. I had five tubes of blood taken.
We took a short trip to Cape Cod, Mass with the kids before school started. On Tuesday August 24, 2010 I received a text from my Oncologist giving me wonderful news about my blood work. My blood markers CA-127/129 for breast cancer was 18 and CA-125 for ovarian cancer was 15. My cholesterol (LDL) was 98, which is great. My vitamin D was also good.
I wasn't sure where the numbers should be at so I text-ed him back. He replied for CA-125,127,129 less than 30 is normal. My numbers were great since my numbers where in the teens! I was so relieved and glad to hear this wonderful news before we left. I am able to relax knowing my body is back to normal.
I have a follow up appointment in two weeks with my Oncologist for my routine appointment. We will also go over my blood work in more detail. I have an appointment for a Dexa exam (bone density) scheduled in a week and half.
I am feeling great and very happy that my blood work is back to normal! I have signed up to walk for the 2nd year for the American Cancer Society. Please visit my site. Talk soon.
Click here to visit my PERSONAL page.
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=11611219&pg=personal&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=6OyRWCQMrHgtgZzDoIwEHA..&s_tafId=542293
Click here to view the TEAM page for Bossom Buddies
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?team_id=764037&pg=team&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=crNnSW79UJRXEaC9LIsMZg..&s_tafId=542293
We took a short trip to Cape Cod, Mass with the kids before school started. On Tuesday August 24, 2010 I received a text from my Oncologist giving me wonderful news about my blood work. My blood markers CA-127/129 for breast cancer was 18 and CA-125 for ovarian cancer was 15. My cholesterol (LDL) was 98, which is great. My vitamin D was also good.
I wasn't sure where the numbers should be at so I text-ed him back. He replied for CA-125,127,129 less than 30 is normal. My numbers were great since my numbers where in the teens! I was so relieved and glad to hear this wonderful news before we left. I am able to relax knowing my body is back to normal.
I have a follow up appointment in two weeks with my Oncologist for my routine appointment. We will also go over my blood work in more detail. I have an appointment for a Dexa exam (bone density) scheduled in a week and half.
I am feeling great and very happy that my blood work is back to normal! I have signed up to walk for the 2nd year for the American Cancer Society. Please visit my site. Talk soon.
Click here to visit my PERSONAL page.
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=11611219&pg=personal&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=6OyRWCQMrHgtgZzDoIwEHA..&s_tafId=542293
Click here to view the TEAM page for Bossom Buddies
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?team_id=764037&pg=team&fr_id=28154&fl=en_US&et=crNnSW79UJRXEaC9LIsMZg..&s_tafId=542293
Monday, August 2, 2010
six week check-up
I went to my OBGYN on July 27, 2010 for my six week follow up after surgery. The appointment went well. I am cleared to do all activities, back to a normal life. She mentioned that my scars are still red and to make sure I keep them covered from the sun for this summer. This will help so they don't get scared. In a year, the scar should be a white/tan color and hopefully blend in with my skin. I had an internal exam and she said everything looked well and healed.
We reviewed my medications. When I take my calcium it sometimes makes me burp. She suggested to buy chewable ones at Trader Joe's. I told her I have an script from my Oncologist for blood work and a bone density test to be done by the end of the Summer. She would like to be copied on the results. We reviewed the side effects from having a hysterectomy. I explained at night not every night but quite often I get night sweats sometimes twice a few hours apart. We have the air conditioner on low in our bedroom. She mentioned to put a small fan by my bed in which I have done since the appointment. There are certain foods that can increase the hot flashes and to try to avoid alcohol, sugar, and caffeine before bed time. I think this is pretty much all foods before bed, what kind I eat? This is the only side effect I have so far. I can have other side effects in the future when my body changes.
I am not having a problem but if my body changes she wrote down names of creams if I get vaginal dryness. The creams don't have estrogen which the doctors don't want me to have unless I have real bad side effects then I will get put on estrogen.
I have to continue to do my kegel exercises even thou I had a vagina lift during my surgery. Since my body isn't producing estrogen the blood vessels aren't contracting in this area so I might feel different at times. Some individuals after the surgery tend to get a flabby stomach. Great now I really need to make sure I get my exercises done!
She gave me a hug and was glad I am healthy. She said I have been through enough! I will not need to see her again for a year unless I am having a problem. Please no more issues, I think I have had enough.
I am feeling great and back to normal. My fingers still get tingle once in awhile. I have the night sweats but that's it. Thanks for keeping up with my information and chat with everybody soon. SMILE :>
We reviewed my medications. When I take my calcium it sometimes makes me burp. She suggested to buy chewable ones at Trader Joe's. I told her I have an script from my Oncologist for blood work and a bone density test to be done by the end of the Summer. She would like to be copied on the results. We reviewed the side effects from having a hysterectomy. I explained at night not every night but quite often I get night sweats sometimes twice a few hours apart. We have the air conditioner on low in our bedroom. She mentioned to put a small fan by my bed in which I have done since the appointment. There are certain foods that can increase the hot flashes and to try to avoid alcohol, sugar, and caffeine before bed time. I think this is pretty much all foods before bed, what kind I eat? This is the only side effect I have so far. I can have other side effects in the future when my body changes.
I am not having a problem but if my body changes she wrote down names of creams if I get vaginal dryness. The creams don't have estrogen which the doctors don't want me to have unless I have real bad side effects then I will get put on estrogen.
I have to continue to do my kegel exercises even thou I had a vagina lift during my surgery. Since my body isn't producing estrogen the blood vessels aren't contracting in this area so I might feel different at times. Some individuals after the surgery tend to get a flabby stomach. Great now I really need to make sure I get my exercises done!
She gave me a hug and was glad I am healthy. She said I have been through enough! I will not need to see her again for a year unless I am having a problem. Please no more issues, I think I have had enough.
I am feeling great and back to normal. My fingers still get tingle once in awhile. I have the night sweats but that's it. Thanks for keeping up with my information and chat with everybody soon. SMILE :>
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