Well , finally........ today was the day I had my last treatment for breast cancer. Just after 9am I walked out of the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh after my final radiotherapy treatment. I had 25 in all, 5 weeks, 5 days per week and it's been OK, but very tiring.
It's the culmination of 8 months of a "cancer journey" - diagnosis, surgery and treatment. I was diagnosed on October 9th last year. I've been pretty lucky all in all. I had a lump less than 1cm in size, all removed and no spread to lymph nodes.
It was found via a mammogram I elected to have as part of a BUPA MOT check and thank goodness I did. It couldn't be felt, I am 41 and not considered high risk. My cancer was an aggressive grade 3 and what we call "triple negative" which means I cannot be treated with Tamoxifen or Herceptin. My stats are good, apparently there is a 92% chance I'll still be alive in 15 years, which is obviously fab..........
I had 8 cycles of chemo and 25 doses of radiotherapy, the chemo was fine, it's not as bad as everyone thinks, I was lucky. All in all though, it's been a pretty horrendous few months and physically and mentally I am dented and I guess I will always worry if this damn thing will come back.
So, keep all crossed for me. I am very grateful for all the wonderful wishes you have sent via your comments so big hugs to you all xxxx
15 comments:
Congratulations - here's to the future!
Lots and lots of love and hugs for you Sam. You have been through Hell no doubt and I am happy the treatment is over for you hunni.
Hugs
Cazx
Been so busy I've not popped by your blog for a few weeks - delighted to see that your treatment has finished and things seem to be on the up, look forward to hearing more about the additions to your family. Hope you have a lovely worry free summer.
Jenni x
great news you're finished the treatment.
I'm so glad to hear that you had your last treatment. I've been thinking about you and so glad you can get some rest and get your strength back up. You are very brave. No worries you'll be back to yourself soon.
Hugs
Tammy
HUGE congratulations on the end of your treatment!!!!
now recovery truly begins... getting a life back, it will never be the same, always different...but hopefully even better!
anita
x
so glad that everything is sorted . My heart went out to you when tyou told use you had that thing love and many many stampin hugs margaret
Well there you are at the finish line!! Well done to you. You had this beat as soon as you knew. Your strength and spirit has been inspiring and I am in awe of you. Now is the time to relax and enjoy yourself. Don't forget that holiday you promised yourself (and there is always a place to stay over here don't forget that).
Take care - kia kaha
Lot of love Jani d xxx
Hi Sam
Have been keeping an eye on your blog. Hoped you were resting up during R/T.
So delighted to hear that you've finished this part of the journey.
Well done girl!!!
Gillx
Sam, its all done and dusted thank goodness. You have done so well and I send you a huge hug. Really looking forward to hearing your funny tales - like shopping in Harvey Nics - you have me in tears. Enjoy some special time with Alan and Alex and those gorgeous new gals of yours!
Speak soon with much love
Julie
x
Great news Sam it's finally all over things will always be a bit different from before but that is not always a bad thing, time to move on and get back to some normality for you and your family.
P.S.
Howz them chickens?
Loads of hugs xxx
So pleased to hear you have finished reatment and are on the road to recovery.
Well done on getting through the past few months! And best wishes for the future.
All the best to you, Sam. This is excellent news!
This was posted by my lovely friend Diane
17 lines of typing describes it all very succinctly but can't begin to suggest the long, lonely and painful journey you have been on. You have been a very brave lady and an inspiration to us here in Edinburgh. Peace now. Love di x
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