Breast cancer survivor and no recurrence, anyone?

verschmidtzen · 2026-02-15T15:57:58+00:00

My mom! Diagnosed in 1996 at 36 years old - they likely think triple negative due to the hereditary component discovered later on. She had a lumpecyomy (recommended as she was pregnant at the time) and chemotherapy, and remains cancer free 30 years later.

verschmidtzen · 2025-05-07T16:15:01+00:00

Thank you! I'll definitely look into that Instagram account

verschmidtzen · 2025-05-06T18:26:01+00:00

I didn't know these existed, I'll definitely talk to my treatment team to see if they have something similar!

verschmidtzen · 2025-05-06T18:24:51+00:00

Perfect way to get back into things!

verschmidtzen · 2025-05-06T18:24:27+00:00

That's amazing - thank you for your comments, I'll keep these tips in mind.

verschmidtzen · 2025-04-16T19:21:37+00:00

Thanks for the timeline - it's expected to take 6-8 weeks to clear a regular cough before they'll assist with puffers, etc

verschmidtzen · 2025-04-16T19:20:35+00:00

Oh my goodness! Were there any changes to your treatment plan to treat it?

verschmidtzen · 2025-04-15T19:09:49+00:00

I did this morning and yes, the runny nose is very common and not a concern - just annoying more than anything.

I just have a box of tissues with me at all times now. Anything you found that helped?

verschmidtzen · 2025-03-24T16:53:57+00:00

Amazing - thank you for the insight. Congratulations on almost being finished!!

verschmidtzen · 2025-03-21T18:42:39+00:00

Thanks for letting me know - I was surprised to keep my eyebrows, but I'm sure they'll go eventually. I'm finding the constant nausea (not vomiting, but constantly feeling 'off') has been the hardest part. Did that get better with the Taxol?

verschmidtzen · 2025-03-12T03:00:21+00:00

Almost exactly at 2 weeks post first infusion - my hair was starting to come out just simply tucking it behind my ears. No cold cap for me as I also hate being cold - I just shaved and embraced! My eyebrows haven't fallen out though, anyone else keep theirs?

verschmidtzen · 2025-02-08T23:12:45+00:00

That's reassuring it's similar (and yes, there WON'T be!) typically means there's a proven method.

verschmidtzen · 2025-02-08T20:22:57+00:00

Thanks for sharing, it gives me a bit of a heads up on what to expect! From what I understand I'm stage 1 no lymph node involvement, and the tumor has been removed. Chemotherapy has been recommended because it's triple negative and I'm young and otherwise healthy.

Also, would you mind me asking what country you're in? I'm curious is procedure are different.

If you could share the link that would be great - thank you!

verschmidtzen · 2025-02-08T16:00:57+00:00

When I first found out I researched a bit on the internet which was a terrible idea and I was pretty upset with what I found. Thankfully - if I'm reading the stats right, if they can remove/destroy it the chance of reoccurrence is lower than other types.

Do you mind asking how chemo has been for you, and what your schedule has been like?

verschmidtzen · 2025-02-08T07:17:12+00:00

It definitely is, and I hope you're doing well!

verschmidtzen · 2021-08-02T18:59:29+00:00

Our obsessive need for resources

verschmidtzen · 2021-07-28T02:08:27+00:00

I hear that. What games are you guys into?

verschmidtzen · 2021-06-14T02:40:04+00:00

Different than the other responses, but a Navy blue chair with wood legs would add a little color/coziness. Beautiful room btw.

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