Re: breast cancer treatment/prayers

[Guest guest]

Hi Kay,

Oh this is not an easy one for those of us with CMT.

Since cancer runs in our family I have the same question in the back of my mind.

I was thinking that antibiotics can help fight a pneumonia complication. At this

point in time we don't have a treatment for peripheral neuropathy complication.

For me it would depend on the quality of life after chemo. My friend had a heart

transplant and the 10 years it gave her were not the

best years. I am sorry you have to go through this.

[Guest guest]

Hi Kay,

I have been thinking about you so much. While I have zero experience with this,

I am wondering if, to prevent the pneumonia, you could be given antibiotics?

Just a thought. Count on my prayers!

Gretchen

[Guest guest]

Kay..I will keep praying for you as I am with my daughter also.....

Blessings Geri

Hi friends,

Because the cancer spread to my lymph nodes, and the type of cancer I have,

the treatment has unfortunately changed.

Please pray for me to have wisdom on what to do...

Here are my concerns regarding the treatments.

The Pros Cons of radiation...

Effectively reduces risk of breast cancer recurrence May cause fatigue and

skin problems . May sometimes cause serious side effects, such as swelling

in the arm, inflammation of the lung or heart damage. s small

long-term risk of secondary cancers. Requires minor surgery to implant

radiation devices for internal radiation. Daily treatment for 6 to 7 weeks,

driving to Portland.

The big challenge is... my lungs are already compromised.

After my Oncologist appointment yesterday, I found out there is only one

type of chemo that would work for my cancer... which May give me a 15% more

chance if I took it. It also Would cost me my independence, and maybe my

life. The Chemo would affect my peripheral nerves which are also already

compromised by CMT. 1-A

So, it is a " No " for Chemo.

Now I am really weighing every option when it comes to radiation..

I am researching more, and waiting to talk to my pulmonary doctor..

There is a chance radiation could cause a life threatening pneumonia due to

my compromised lungs.

Please pray that I am aware enough to hear God, and for me not to make a

decision out of fear...

Life is, what it is.

If it's my time, it is...if not... YEHA!

Be well...

Kay

[Guest guest]

Kay,

I will say a prayer for you this evening and I hope you will know what to do

soon.  You sound very rational and I know you will make the best decision for

YOU.  Best wishes!

Karon

[Guest guest]

Hi Gretchen,

That is a great idea. I'll ask.

You have also been on my mind... all good, wondering when you'll be coming

to Seaside? ;-)

Have a great day!

Kay

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Re: breast cancer treatment/prayers

Hi Kay,

I have been thinking about you so much. While I have zero experience with

this, I am wondering if, to prevent the pneumonia, you could be given

antibiotics? Just a thought. Count on my prayers!

Gretchen

[Guest guest]

Kay:

Just get the best advice from your docs and other resources if you have them.

You sound like a good advocate for yourself. I'm praying for you girl.

[Guest guest]

Kay,

I am so sorry you are going through this. My prayers are with you.

Jackie

[Guest guest]

Hi Kay,

 

So glad to hear from you.  I too have been thinking about you a lot...wondering

how you are doing...thinking it's been about 5 weeks since your surgery and

hoping you'd be well enough to get back on the computer soon.

 

I'm so sorry you are faced with such difficult medical decisions right now.  I

second what Gretchen said, that I have no experience to advise on a treatment

plan, but you can definitely count on me for support.

 

When you talk to the pulmonary doctor, perhaps you can ask if there is anything

they can do preventively to reduce the likelihood of pnemonia from developing. 

For example, would preventive steroid treatment and/or other anti-inflammatory

treatment, concurrent with the radiation treatments, prevent the pneumonia from

developing?  What about sleeping position?  Breathing devices?  Hourly coughing

exercises? Etc.  And if pneumonia did develop, would antibiotics likely knock it

down? 

 

Sending wishes for wisdom and recovery your way...

 

[Guest guest]

Thank you ,

I printed out your post and am taking it to my doctor. Thank you.

I am always amazed on how much knowledge, and compassion that you provide on our

forum.

I saw a Neurologist this week... when I walked out the only thing I thought

was.... A nice doctor, but Thank God, for Gretchen and everyone in our group.

Have a great day!

Kay

[Guest guest]

Kay,

I called your brother the other night when I ran across an old post of his

regarding tendon transfer surgery. He is a wonderful man, as I am sure you

know. He mentioned your battle and hard choices, and I have been praying

for you along with lots of other people in this group. You continue to

bless all of us with your strength, wisdom, serenity and courage. I wish I

had sound advice for you, but I can certainly pray that you will be inspired

with the knowledge of how to best proceed from here.

Love and prayers,

J. Warren