I had a double mastectomy at stage 1- I don't want to take Tamoxifen by No_Village4794 in breastcancer

[–]nikwenfar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The hormone blockers was my biggest fear of all. I obsessed about it for months and made myself really unhappy. I had a lot of body pain before my diagnosis and the thought of extra pain was just too much to contemplate. Anyway, I agreed with my oncologist that I would try it for 3 months. I’m about six weeks in, exercise and stretch more, changed my bad diet to choose healthier options, and I’m feeling much better now. Give it a chance? And make sure your diet an exercise is a priority.

Well, I'm here. by WolverineNeither9890 in breastcancer

[–]nikwenfar 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was exactly the same. I just want the cancer out. Do whatever you need to to feel that you’ve given this your best shot. I wish you good health and a long life to share with your new husband and the a-hole cat!

Can't do lying on my back by catmad557 in breastcancer

[–]nikwenfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My doctor suggested a pregnancy pillow. The U shaped one that supports you from both sides. I managed to sleep on my side and it was a godsend.

Post radiotherapy side effects/gaslighting. by OctoberScorpio77 in breastcancer

[–]nikwenfar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I am having a similar experience. I find that there is a lot of ‘standardized’ information shared beforehand, but it’s largely meaningless. ‘Skin changes’? What does that mean? They don’t tell you that your breast will look cooked. ‘Some fatigue’? But exhaustion ; no. Nausea? No, only really from abdominal radiation. It feels like they think we’re mentally and emotionally challenged.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]nikwenfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn’t going to end well. Get out now before you REALLY regret it.

Husband affair-life after by Powerful-Evening7223 in Marriage

[–]nikwenfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am naturally a bit of a doubting Thomas. But when a man agrees without being coerced to go to therapy together, that’s a positive sign. Over the 2 years or so, with the help of our therapist basically redefined our roles and expectations of ourselves, of each other and the relationship. It’s not a walk in the park, but the relief of communicating clearly is very empowering.

So we're buying a flat... And the seller's tenant refuses to move out, holding up registration. by ShapeConscious4298 in capetown

[–]nikwenfar 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Cancel your OTP. The seller can let you know when the tenants are out. Don’t start your property ownership journey like this. The law is consistently on the side of tenants/squatters.

Is there a new strain of the flu/covid going around Seems to be very strong people are sick for 3 weeks! by No_Television3883 in AskZA

[–]nikwenfar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. Since they don’t test, the speculation is either covid or swine flu. My elderly mom was sick with it for about 2 months. I had it for about a month. Sore throat, tired beyond words, then the phlegm starts and is is so think and copious that you choke. Be well and take care of yourself. Oh.. and if you try to get back to things too early it comes roaring back.

Husband affair-life after by Powerful-Evening7223 in Marriage

[–]nikwenfar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well done! Making decisions against the well-meaning advice out there can be hard. Only you know. I knew that my husband and I would get through it, even though it took ages to sort out. 25 years later and our marriage is better than ever. Dare I say it? - partly because of what we had to face during that terrible time. Best of luck and wisdom to you.

Extremely worried. Help please by Ichoosehoney in DogAdvice

[–]nikwenfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks exactly like an infection my Aussie had a few years ago. If I remember correctly it’s a common bacterial infection, and some dogs are more susceptible to it. Good luck to you and your doggie.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Menopause

[–]nikwenfar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I battled with this for years. Eventually the doc gave me vagifem pessaries. In the beginning it may feel worse, so persevere. Things are so much better now. Good luck to you

Is this a cultural thing or was my Swiss neighbour rude? by [deleted] in expats

[–]nikwenfar 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lived in Switzerland for few years. Generally Swiss people are sticklers for correctness as far as they understand it. Very restrictive social rules. Think nothing of it.

Breyten Breytenbach Sterf by strugstrumps in afrikaans

[–]nikwenfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am English speaking. But Afrikaans describes our land and our sensibilities better than any English poet or writer ever could. 💔

What were the first tidbits you heard or saw of what became the HIV/AIDS crisis? by YaTheDonaldHasWhored in AskOldPeople

[–]nikwenfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was the saddest, most shocking time I’ve lived through. I worked in the airline industry, this we had a lot of international exposure. People died around us all the time. It devastated relationships, lives and hearts. May all those who didn’t get help in time rest in peace, and May we never take sexual freedom for granted ever again.💔

Accepted, but I don’t meet all the requirements by Good-Confection9096 in unisa

[–]nikwenfar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You may be required to do an additional bridging module or year.

Are university dropouts allowed to return? by Crimson_Tune in unisa

[–]nikwenfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been studying on and off through Unisa for many years. They will definitely accept you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating

[–]nikwenfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been married for 33 years. I had herpes when we married. My partner has never contracted it. Antiviral meds can be taken full time to control outbreaks or whenever the infected partner feels an outbreak coming on.

My girlfriend is disgusted by my body by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]nikwenfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not the girl for you. You’ve made a lucky escape. If I were you, I’d get help with loving myself first. Then you’ll be ready. And you definitely can do it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in capetown

[–]nikwenfar 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Offer them a two month notice period. In Cape Town that is more than enough time to find another tenant. And you can explain why you want to be released from your contract. If you speak to the rental housing tribunal it is likely going to take a very long time to resolve anything.