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Gerri · 03-20-2010, 09:44 PM

Lisajean,

Of course you have a right to come here with your fears, that is exactly what our support board is for. We have suffered so many loses lately, and it is a very sad time for us, but please know that there are many of us out here that are doing well.

I don't know that I have any great words of wisdom about how to get through this, just know that it does get better. Take one day at a time, and if that is too difficult break it into smaller parts. Make sure you are getting enough rest and are eating well....and don't forget to breathe...slowly and deeply, it will release some of the tension you are feeling. Be sure and mention to your onc that you are having a little trouble dealing with the stress - your emotional health is important too as you go through treatment and he/she may have some suggestions to help you cope.

Come here anytime you need support - we are here for you.

Take care,

03-20-2010, 09:44 PM	#20
Gerri Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 900	Re: percentage of those who respond to Herceptin Lisajean, Of course you have a right to come here with your fears, that is exactly what our support board is for. We have suffered so many loses lately, and it is a very sad time for us, but please know that there are many of us out here that are doing well. I don't know that I have any great words of wisdom about how to get through this, just know that it does get better. Take one day at a time, and if that is too difficult break it into smaller parts. Make sure you are getting enough rest and are eating well....and don't forget to breathe...slowly and deeply, it will release some of the tension you are feeling. Be sure and mention to your onc that you are having a little trouble dealing with the stress - your emotional health is important too as you go through treatment and he/she may have some suggestions to help you cope. Come here anytime you need support - we are here for you. Take care, __________________ Gerri Dx: 11/23/05, Lumpectomy 12/12/05 Tumor 2.2 cm, Stage II, Grade 3, Sentinel Node biopsy negative ER+ (30%) /PR+ (50%), HER2+++ AC X 4 dose dense, Taxol X 4 dose dense Herceptin started with 2nd Taxol, given weekly until chemo done then given every 3 weeks for one year ending on March 16, 2007 Radiation 30 treatments Tamoxifen - 2 yrs (pre-menopausal) May 2008 - Feb 2012 Femara Aug 2008 - Feb 2012 Zometa every 6 months March 2012 - Stop Femara, now Evista for bone strengthening ********** Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things. - Robert Brault