An audio version of “12 Years & Would You Reverse Your Cancer Diagnosis?” is available via my free resource library. It’s been 12 years since I heard the words, you have ‘a’ cancer. Yep. 12 years. Every year as the anniversary of my diagnosis approaches, I reflect (okay ramble). Usually, there’s a blog post. This …
Breast cancer
If you’re contemplating undergoing DIEP flap surgery as your breast reconstruction choice, or if you’ve already completed phase 1 of DIEP flap surgery, you might be mulling over what to do about phase 2, or wondering if it’s needed at all. In this post, we’ll talk about all this. But first, a reminder that this …
Will you feel better after stopping your aromatase inhibitor medication and if so, when? I mean, is that a loaded question or what? Please remember this blog is never a place to get medical advice. That’s what your care team is for. It is a place to learn, discuss and share experiences and information. You …
March is Lymphedema Awareness Month. Even in 2021, some doctors, including oncologists and surgeons, downplay the risk of their breast cancer patients developing lymphedema (LE). Before undergoing surgery, including a lumpectomy, and before beginning radiation therapy, have a discussion about LE risk.
What’s it like at six months post DIEP flap surgery? How much time do you have? Just kidding. I’m now six months, post DIEP flap surgery. On the one hand, it feels like surgery was yesterday. On the other hand, it feels like ages ago. Even though I’ve been stuck at home (like most people) …