tips for better mammogram?

[Catrin]

+1,000! Red is one of my TE heroes.

Indeed! Reading of your commuting adventures during the winter is causing me to think about trying it when the weather warms...you are indeed one of my heroes!

[redrhodie]

Aw, thanks, but I still stand firmly a slacker, and part of that is living by Maillot Pois' tagline, which I think is something like "if it's easy make it easier, and if it's hard, don't do it." I got that right?

Luckily it's not hard; not like learning to ride a bike at 50. But if you get anything from this, I hope it's that it is so easy because I caught it early. If I had to go through more surgery and chemo, I wouldn't be so glib.

Oh, and the commute is shorter than my regular one to work, so even there I'm slacking off. I usually ride more than this.

[malkin]

What a slacker!

[OakLeaf]

Red, you're amazing. Keep right on.

[maillotpois]

Aw, thanks, but I still stand firmly a slacker, and part of that is living by Maillot Pois' tagline, which I think is something like "if it's easy make it easier, and if it's hard, don't do it." .

you got close!

And I agree - you are a complete rock star!

[marni]

red, you go girl !

marni (another survivor)

[redrhodie]

Another week down! I'm more than halfway done with radiation. I am feeling pretty tired, but I'm still riding. I'm so glad the lbs canceled today's ride, because it would have been too much for me. I rode an easy paced 18 miles alone instead. Felt great, but now I'm wiped out. My skin still looks good, and I have a little tenderness, which might be unrelated to the rads.

I met with a new OBGYN to discuss contraception, and that was an eye opener. I thought I'd get a diaphragm or cervical cap, but instead was told those weren't good options for me, since I need something more failsafe. I'm scheduled to get an IUD in a couple of weeks. My other choice was tubal ligation. I can almost hear the creaky steel door of my fertility slamming shut (which is okay, since I never wanted kids). I'm almost looking forward to menopause. I'll be reading your hot flash stories with envy.

[sookiesue]

My OB/GYN recommended Essure for those who are certain they do not want kids. Apparently it's a very simple procedure and much easier than tubal ligation. I think there is another similar procedure available now (can't remember the name) that might be worth exploring if you're looking for a permanent solution to birth control. But I also know a number of women who have been happy with the Mirena IUD - although since that does have some hormones it may not be appropriate for everyone.

Is a vasectomy for your partner an option? : )

Good luck with your decision, and I hope you continue to do well with your treatment. I have followed this thread and am amazed at your positive outlook and strength. You are inspiring!

[Crankin]

Glad you are still getting out there, especially in this no winter winter we are having.
How many more weeks of treatments do you have?