It’s been an intense week of ups and downs. Grateful for the care of this community and your willingness to cheer me on through these challenging days.
I’m grateful to report a couple things today.
First, the wound is showing signs of healthy closure, and the nurse verified that the antibiotics are working. She anticipates that we will wrap up this management phase next week and then just need to monitor for healthy signs of healing.
In addition, the surgeon’s office has arranged for me to see another plastic surgeon and get a second opinion regarding the reconstruction. This seems complicated as there are technical moving parts trying to get the wound healed, and move into the next cancer treatment phase. It may be that the window is truly closed, but it seems wise to gather more information and find out all my options.
Last but not least, my tumor’s Oncotype DX score was low (20 out of 100) which means no chemo. I’m moving straight to radiation and medication to help reduce the risk of recurrence.
At the end of a hard week, this morning was refreshing to body, mind, and spirit. It still feels like a technical climb, but without quite so much scree.
Hope With Me:
- Gratitude for today’s good news all the way around.
- For good rest in the midst of wound care, medical decisions, and anticipation of what is to come.
- For our family as school starts up. For new good habits, healthy choices, and the joy of renewed friendship.For our family as school starts up. For new good habits, healthy choices, and the joy of renewed friendship.
- For healing for this wound and patience with the process.
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So thankful for signs of healing! I’ve had radiation and was given great advice to help save my skin. 99% at least of Aloe vera gel, Calendula cream (I found on line). If allowed use low dose of anti itch cream. Ask your Dr. first of course. Arnicare for bruising if you still have it. Oh, and small, covered ice packs inside of your bra.
Prayers just went up. Take care. We love you girls.