Linda is home from her lumpectomy.... having a lot of swelling and pain tonight. She has taken the pain meds and is doing the ice thing... but is still really uncomfortable. Any advice out there...
Today was Linda's surgery.... She had a lumpectomy and a sentinel node biopsy. I am happy to report that the node biopsy was all negative and the lumpectomy went off without a hitch. We are back home...
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OK, we just got back from the doctor.... he was very nice (Dr. Minami in Bellevue, WA). He answered all our questions and really seemed to listen to our concerns and he offered up a lot of...
To each and every one of you.... thank you. We are doing ok this evening... relaxing before meeting with the doctor tomorrow. I will post as soon as I know more... F...
And research papers.... I know that's not everyone... lol... but Linda always says research and data are my response to grief.... much like George Carlin said that casserole is the catholic response...
Thank you everyone. It was a long night, but it's morning now, there's hot coffee, and I can hear linda laughing on the phone upstairs. The sun isnn't exactly shining (hey, it's december in Seattle),...
Frank the husband here....Trying so hard to be strong. But tonight it's just crashing in on me. Reading about the upcoming battle we are facing. There were already upcoming battles BEFORE this... a...
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1579548334/102-9832200-7160937?v=glance...
I also just got the Breast Cancer Husband book... fabulous and a delight to read. But note, he DOES say it's a valid excuse for me to go buy a new car. ;) He has a great sense of humor but also gives...
Thank you everyone for the incredible welcome. We talk to the surgeon on monday... but one thing I am interested in hearing about from those of you with experience... what questions should we ask...
And if you really can't sleep, get your doc to rx you some Ambien. It's gentle and effective. F...
Thank you all so much... Rather than retype it alll.... here is the email I sent to my family yesterday... kind of says it all and gives you a flavor for who we are: Hello all, I know that sending an...
I am the husband of a recently diagnosed breast cancer wife.... looking for more information. Is this forum for spouses too? Don't want to step on any toes! Frank...