My Hair: Chapter Four

Chapter One here Chapter Two here Chapter Three here With all of the radiation stuff, I almost forgot to post a hair update. First, let's all take a moment to mourn the fact that I'm back to shaving my legs. It was a nice break while it lasted.     I do not mourn for … Continue reading My Hair: Chapter Four

Radiation–Treatment 24 to 28

Today was my last day! Thank God! I am so done with all the different kinds of treatment. I have been dealing with some form of "getting well" all year long. Although I still have things left to do, Herceptin until January 20th and at least two surgeries, the brutal stuff is behind me. To … Continue reading Radiation–Treatment 24 to 28

The Effects Keep Coming

My last full chemo treatment was June 3rd. I still get Herceptin every three weeks to target the HER2 protein, but it doesn't carry the same dire warnings of potential side effects. I have hair now and my fatigue is nearly gone. However, some effects are still making themselves known. I have begun to notice … Continue reading The Effects Keep Coming

Radiation–Treatment 19 to 23

One more week left! I am ready for this to be over. I am so burnt right now. I am in pain 90% of the time. I take ibuprofen, and it helps, but the pain is always there. Even wearing a shirt hurts, so most of the time at home I go without one on.  … Continue reading Radiation–Treatment 19 to 23

A Video of One of My Radiation Treatments

I recorded a radiation session last week. I did some editing on it. I blurred some personal information that was displayed and my exposed breast. Also, I added notes to help explain what was happening. So if you are interested in how radiation works, take a look! https://youtu.be/1_Hsz5dt2l4