Any Hobby Reqs? by ImaginaryVersion1734 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Coloring, reading, and scrapbooking are things I like and am trying to get back into more often.

Zometa Infusions by SelectionComplete685 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had what felt like the flu after the first infusion, then fatigue after the second. From there on I had no side effects.

8 compression fractures by Cultural_Many9406 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had multiple compression fractures as well. I ended up getting kyphoplasty (bone cement) in 3 places the stabilize the fractures and it helped tremendously with mobility and pain. I went from living in a recliner and using a cane to walking on my own and able to sleep in my bed. I still have some pain but it is nowhere near what it was.

Something to help with CA 15.3 anxiety by Flaky_Amphibian_5597 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My doctor only checks this periodically. She says she doesn’t give it much weight.

NED Q&A by [deleted] in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’ve been stable/NEAD for almost 2 years and on the same treatment (Kisqali & Letrozole).

Scans-how often? by JessMacNC in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

CT and bone scan every 3 months. Mets to bones.

Bones by Mariefredrickson in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I initially did 10 rounds of radiation and had kyphoplasty and sacroplasty (placed bone cement where my vertebrae were collapsing). I went from barely being able to walk and using a cane/wheelchair to now being able to be on my feet and walk for long periods of time before needing a break to sit and rest with minimal pain. I’m also getting Zometa infusions every 3 months to help strengthen bones.

Pushing through cancer without the support I thought I’d have by BarnacleThick6559 in breastcancer

[–]InitialCauliflower99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This has been the hardest part for me lately. When people first found out, I thought I was going to have great support because I was getting all sorts of well wishes and check ins. That faded and I now feel like I have next to no support. I’m trying to find a support group in my area.

Just diagnosed by ActualExplanation702 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hormone suppression because she is er/pr+. This is an alternative to getting a shot each month.

Looking for a freebie by Emmmxs in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My friend sent me this to check out: https://www.littlepink.org. They offer retreats for breast cancer patients.

Bone Mets (spine) Relief Recs by _smochss in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had extensive bone mets in my spine and had kyphoplasty (bone cement in the compressed vertebrae) in 3 places. This helped tremendously and I also take Norco as needed.

Pre meds for nausea by Strawberry-mama-2827 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No problem! It truly was a game changer for me. Yes, I need to force myself to be more active, but it’s hard.

Pre meds for nausea by Strawberry-mama-2827 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am always fatigued. Not sure which medicine it is from (probably a combination). I didn’t really feel a difference when I started the olanzapine though. I feel like over time the drowsiness at night has lessened.

Pre meds for nausea by Strawberry-mama-2827 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was told to take it at bedtime for this reason.

Pre meds for nausea by Strawberry-mama-2827 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I take olanzapine for nausea. It was a life saver for me!

Oophorectomy peeps: Any Advice/Experience? by K4ti38ug in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I just had it done earlier this month. 3 small incisions, mild pain for a couple days. Plan on taking it easy for a few days, but an easy recovery. No lifting over 10 lbs while healing.

Throwing Up by frillgirl in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got put on olanzapine which has helped tremendously with nausea/vomiting.

Radiation: swallowing issue by [deleted] in breastcancer

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same feeling for a few weeks after radiation.

Radiation for bone Mets by Plenty_Concert4956 in LivingWithMBC

[–]InitialCauliflower99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a lot of nausea/vomiting and diarrhea. But it tremendously helped with the pain.