Time has passed since my surgery on February 20, 2013. I went back to work full time on March 25. I am doing well and feel I have recovered from surgery.
The hormone medication that has been prescribed for me (Arimidex) was something I was not sure I wanted to take because of the many side effects. I met with my oncologist again and then got a second opinion on the drug. The outcome was if I don't try it, I won't know if I would receive the side effects. I must at least try. If I do not to take it I would have a 30% chance of cancer recurring. If I take it, I have about 12% chance of recurrence.
On Friday, March 29, I took the medication. It seems to be going OK. I have a constant headache, jaw ache and backache along with sleep apnea. I am going to continue to take this until June when I meet with the oncologist again. Stay tuned......
Lymphedema has arrived. I have explained what this is in a prior post. My left arm has more swelling than my right. Currently, I am waiting for my lymphedemia sleeves to arrive. They had to be ordered. Can't wait!
Lymphedema has arrived. I have explained what this is in a prior post. My left arm has more swelling than my right. Currently, I am waiting for my lymphedemia sleeves to arrive. They had to be ordered. Can't wait!
On a good note: My dad, Jana and I are going to participate in the 36th Annual Fifth Third River Bank Run http://www.53riverbankrun.com/ on May 11. Don't get too excited, we are doing the 5K walk. But nonetheless we are participating and moving forward with life. On May 17 & 18 my family and many friends are participating in Relay For Life. Please visit my Relay page if you would like to join my team or make a donation to this worthy cause. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
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2 Corinthians 5:7 - for we walk by faith, not by sight.
