debco148

Thanks very much for your feedback on my question about sleep. Exercise is a huge help for me and many others. Not sure I have the energy for Zumba, but more power to you!
I just started taking magnesium again and it does help my tight muscles, even a pulled groin I got months ago. Meditation and gratitude are also part of my practice and I just recently began talking to my Angels. I read they don't help you, unless you ask them to. So, I'm asking more and thanking more.
Sometimes when I'm awake in the night, I just start praying for everyone I can think of. It becomes a kind of meditation and helps my brain calm down enough to go back to sleep.

Hi deb I just read your profile. I need your advice on neuropathy. I had 16 rounds of AC/cytosine and Taxol ended in December. Lumpectomy, Now in Number 4 of 33 radiation treatments. My toes and feet really hurt along with the numbness and tingling. My hands bother me too but not like my feet. It's gotten a little worse instead of better. I have other lingering side effects but this is the worst. What advice can you give? Thanks so much..
shawn c.

Thank you for your positive reply!

Thank you for your comment on the 'twins' analogy. I've loved it for years, and in our current hour of need it couldn't be more consoling. xox

Regarding your transition advice. Beautiful, just simply beautiful advice. Your words have helped many people. Thank you so much.

Hi debco, did you finally have your DIEP? And if so how did it go? How are you feeling? I did not see any mention of it on your "journey" except to say you were getting ready to have this done. I am seeing my PS tomorrow and just rounding up some questions for him. Thanks for any info.

Looks like I will be making a trip!!! LOL... I don't know if I'll be showing mine either!!!

Will be thinking of you on 9/24 and praying for a successful surgery and uneventful recovery. Good luck and God bless!

We'll be going through it at about the same time! My diep is scheduled for 9/24. I'm ready! My GP told me to work out like I never have before to prepare. Build up my chest and belly muscles - get a personal trainer if necessary. I'm already eating the best foods I can. Good luck Debco148 - I wish you only the VERY BEST! It will be tough - but the easier route may not always be the right one. God Bless!

debco148 That is EXACTLY what I would have done differently. I would have had both breasts removed instead of one. Thanks for posting.

Hi!!! Nice to meet you, see you around on here for support!!!

Yes done with #2 2 more to go...yay 1/2 ways there. But this one is really taking its toll on me.

Hi, Well the day is quickly approaching and I must say, I think I'm handling it very well, in part because of you. So, THANK YOU!
I live in Sacramento, California and will be getting it done at Methodist Hospital. The surgeon is Dr. Amirijia, I did research on her but didn't get too much info on her. All in all I think I'm in good hands.

Hi, thank you so much for your answer.... until your answer, I was thinking the "port" and "drain" were the same....now I know. She (mysurgeon) did say I would be measuring the output and thay would probably be awkward to do at first. I am 58, also named Debi.....Again thank you so very much!!

Hi this is prittinpink I posted about Reiki. Thanks for your answer, also I noticed you live in Pa and are certified in Reiki just wondering if you know of anyone in York, Pa who is offering Reiki or Healing touch for cancer patients? My father lives there and he also has cancer he's been through alot of treatment and I really feel it would help him. I'd appreciate any help you can offer, thanks.

Thanks for your kind answer...I have added you to my prayer list.

thanks for checking the spam folder. sometimes that's where it goes evern if you have previously checked it as not spam.

Thanks for posting!

Greg P
3X Survivor
Team WhatNext
Community Mgr.

Hi Debbie, I just started to read more down your wall about taxoifen and holistic treatments, etc. I am going to look at Marnie C's website and articles. I do have to say that I did do tamoxifen and then aromasin for th 5 or so years, eat very healthy, exercise, meditate... and it still came back 8 years later. I was working with an acupunturist before my surgery last year for a year (then it just got too expensive- health insurance does not cover it) but she felt that for me it was internal stress so I am doing my best to be aware of when I am pushing myself. Also no caffeine now, minimal, and I mean minimal sugar- just very special occassions and that goes the same for alcohol- red wine only. I feel like the 9 years of the drugs have dried me up and that bums me out. I guess it is pick your poisons or your options. I still have two sons home and I want to be here for them.

Hi Deb:
Believe me I know it's hard I have cried my eyes out till they are blue, but what has helped me through is the faith that I have which is very strong it does not matter what kind of faith you have but if you have one it helps. Family, friends and co-workers have been wonderful and even though Cancer is a monster I have become a better person and I am invloved in the American Cancer Society and I knit for a non-profit organiazation call Kint Love In to It and they deliver hats to patients. I also do yoga every night before I go to sleep. The more you talk about it the better it is. You are a normal person going through normal reactions. Staying positive helps big time. Stay in touch and please ask away if you have more questions.
Hugs, Tania from Miami, Florida