Bravo for this site and all its members

dawn · 07-09-2006, 05:35 PM

I was diagnosed in Feburary 2006 of IDC. Since then I didn't know where to turn, what questions to ask of my specialists, what to expect of treatments, What exactly my treatments where for that matter? Not to put down my specialists or nurses, (I have 2 onocologists, 2 onc nurses, a Onc surgeon, of course my family doctor and all the angels at the chemo unit, where I receive my treatment). They are very caring, sensitive, fill me in on whats happening and do answer any questions I have. But understanding what they are saying and not knowing what questions to ask had me at a standstill. Since coming on this site, I've learned so much about my treatment, what type of BC I have and what Im dealing with, what my medications are and what they do. I now have a list of questions for my next appointment and Im planning to get copies of my reports(since I didn't realize I could get these). I have also found 2 members so close to my prognosis, its almost like me all over again. Cherlee and Snoopy, Id like to thank you for your replys and letting me know that Im not the only one in my category, It made such a difference in my outlook. Also to all the other members and guests, Id like to say thank you for your support, help, information and just being there to listen to us vent, talk, ask questions or ramble on. I guess we all have the same fears, questions, problems etc.etc. Its just nice to have a place to go to where everyone is the same and we're all going down the same path. Now after all my rambling, I'd just like to say a big THANK YOU to everyone. Keep up the good work. It really makes a difference in peoples lives.

Dawn

mamacze · 07-09-2006, 05:40 PM

Dittos, Dawn, this is a great site.

Kim from CT

Chelee · 07-09-2006, 11:00 PM

Dawn, No you aren't the only one in your stage of bc. Like you said...me and you both have almost the exact same DX. And there are many more out there. We all have to stick together and we WILL get through this.

I made it through my chemo...have Rads appt. Tues so we will see what they say and how much fun that will be. I am not looking forward to that because its a EVERY day thing. But I have learned with this...you take one day at a time. This too will pass.

But I am so glad you found this board Dawn...it has a wealth of information here, and any time you need questions answers, just some support, to vent, laugh, cry...heres the place.

Just remember...you can do this...and you will get through it. Might not be alot of fun sometimes...but you will see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Hang in there...sending you warm & healing thoughts.

Chelee

sarah · 07-10-2006, 04:43 AM

Yes, it's a great site that I certainly would be at a total loss without so we're lucky to have it and each other to talk to and learn from.
Keep strong.
sarah

tousled1 · 07-10-2006, 06:24 AM

This site would not be possible without Christine & Joe. It is a site where all us HER2s can come and gather information and support. And, it is also the only HER2 support site on the web.

cathy34 · 07-10-2006, 12:51 PM

I feel alot more empowered with knowledge because of this site.