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.
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I’m marking time. Again. March 6th marks 13 years since my mother died from metastatic breast cancer. 13 years is a decent chunk of time gone by. So, why do I keep marking time here on the blog? It’s not really about me or my family at all. Well, it is, but it isn’t. Mostly, …
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) …
Not long before Tom Petty died, Dear Hubby and I attended one of his concerts, which sadly, also turned out to be one of his last. He died shortly thereafter. Dear Hubby’s a big fan, and we were visiting Dear Daughter and Dear Son-in-law in California and decided what the heck. Let’s go see Tom …
It’s with pleasure I share the next #MetsMonday Featured Post. This one is from my online friend and fellow blogger, Ilene. Ilene shares about her evolution becoming an advocate for those with metastatic breast cancer. Update: Sadly, Ilene died from metastatic breast cancer on November 27, 2021. Ilene was an amazing advocate for countless others, …