[Jean]

Dear Joanne,
I am sorry that you have been dx. with bc. But you have found this wonderful family of woman. You have been through major surgery,
of course you body will take time to heal and recover. The cough you
mention is most likely from the herceptin. I had the cough also, it does
go away. Allow yourself time to heal. It is important to have some
exercise - maybe you could begin with small walks and then add five min. to the walks to build up.
Also joining a local YMCA or gym is a good beginning..it not only serves to get you going, but also
you will get out of the house and back into the world. Right now your home all day by yourself.
Hopeful just posted a great article on a study done regarding recurrance and depression. Take a peek at it.

I don't think your obessed, it is normal to search for information, maybe once you read the information it is
frightening you, and fear will depress you.

Joanne, realize that you are a survivor, you may not feel like one,
but you are. You have found us here at Her2, where you can discuss
just about anything you wish. Everyone is special here and different,
that is what makes this group so wonderful.

Most important, remember that you are "Not Alone!"

Kind Regards,
Jean