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Baby Steps
I keep having to remind myself that baby steps are still progress. Two and a half weeks post surgery now with a couple of doctor’s appointments behind me and I’m getting anxious to get back to “normal” if there is … Continue reading
Posted in Updates by Wendy Jo
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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One Week
Well, I am one week post-surgery! Ever since I got home I have spent a great deal of my time living in my recliner, each day consisting of recurring pain medication, elevation of my legs, awkward bathroom visits (painful?) and … Continue reading
Posted in Updates by Wendy Jo
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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Finally Home!
This post is actually a little late…okay, three days late. Wendy came home on Wednesday the 26th, but we’ve had no time to post anything and she isn’t quite up to sitting in front of a computer. We’ve decided she … Continue reading
Posted in Updates by Chris
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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Not Coming Home Today
Maybe tomorrow…they decided they want to have her stay an extra day for observation. Better safe than sorry, especially since we’re an hour away from this hospital.
Posted in Updates by Chris
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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And Now A Show Of Appreciation!
As I mentioned in my previous post, Wendy made it through her surgery. I wanted to thank everyone for their support in sending well wishes, thoughts and prayers during these trying times. But I also wanted to take a moment … Continue reading
Posted in Updates by Chris
Tagged Appreciation, Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, Donation, Financial, Gift, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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She’s Back!
Sorry, I didn’t have a chance to follow-up yesterday. It’s very easy to navigate this site from my cell phone, but not so easy to write a CMS article (or post anything for that matter). Wendy came out of surgery … Continue reading
Posted in Updates by Chris
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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Wifey Under The Knifey
Wendy is currently in surgery. She’s already been poked, prodded and irradiated and now comes the surgery. I write this from my phone in the waiting room.
Posted in Updates by Chris
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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The Big Day
I’M BACK!!! Admit it, you all missed me… Just a quick update today…
Posted in Updates by Wendy Jo
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Bald Headed Blues, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Saffire, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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Before Treatment Begins
So I finally decided that I better get my mind wrapped around this deal and get the ball rolling. So I made an appointment to see my doctor to get my final questions answered and set up a date for … Continue reading
Posted in Updates by Wendy Jo
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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Waiting For The Call
Waiting for confirmation of bad news can really take a toll mentally and emotionally. Sitting by the phone, waiting.
Posted in Updates by Wendy Jo
Tagged Axillary Lymph Node, Biopsy, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Chemo, Chemotherapy, DCIS, High Grade, IDC, Lump, Lumpectomy, Lymph Node, Lymphedema, Mammogram, Mastectomy, Oncologist, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Sentinel Lymph Node, Stage II, Support, Surgery, Triple Negative, Tumor
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