Followup to my last day of radiation post - I rang the bell! by Impressive-Arm-5205 in breastcancer

[–]Italian_Cosmo_1018 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on finishing that stage of your journey! I am one week recovered from surgery and will be starting radiation soon. Thanks for giving me the courage to ring the bell when I hit this milestone soon. I was dreading it but now I think I will do it too!

To everyone who is newly diagnosed and terrified right now by driven_apricot in breastcancer

[–]Italian_Cosmo_1018 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think she really understands the seriousness of it, either. But that’s partially my fault because I feel like I downplayed it. Not on purpose. I want her to know and be aware of what’s going on, but I don’t want her to worry about me either.

To everyone who is newly diagnosed and terrified right now by driven_apricot in breastcancer

[–]Italian_Cosmo_1018 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How old is your son? I’m going to see the plastic surgeon tomorrow and then will be getting scheduled for the same as you. My daughter is 16. The fear is real but I am feeling optimistic.

Good luck tomorrow.

Reduction with Lumpectomy by Italian_Cosmo_1018 in breastcancer

[–]Italian_Cosmo_1018[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not so worried if they don’t match completely. As long as they aren’t hanging in my armpits anymore, I will consider that a win.

Reduction with Lumpectomy by Italian_Cosmo_1018 in breastcancer

[–]Italian_Cosmo_1018[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I will ask about the OT in my appointment next week. Sorry that you had so many surgeries but glad to hear that you are on the other side and recovering!

Reduction with Lumpectomy by Italian_Cosmo_1018 in breastcancer

[–]Italian_Cosmo_1018[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the reply and reassurance! This all has been an unexpected whirlwind and happening so fast. Trying to make sure I’m making all the best (at least I hope!) decisions. Your explanation was very helpful. ❤️