tips for better mammogram?

[maillotpois]

I'll be done around Valentine's Day.

What a great Valentines gift!

[redrhodie]

Actually, I got it (Paragard) yesterday! My cycle has a mind of its own these days; let me tell you, 10 days early was a fine how do you do. I knew that mattered for insertion, so I called to reschedule and they fit me right in. It was pretty much a surprise party. Very fun. Actually, it didn't hurt (aside from a little fainting later). I rode today. I might be tougher than Jens Voight.

[Blueberry]

Actually, it didn't hurt (aside from a little fainting later). I rode today. I might be tougher than Jens Voight.

Fainting and riding today? Yeah - I think you are tougher. Seriously - you are a rockstar!

[redrhodie]

Last zap tomorrow! I can't believe how fast this has gone by. I'm pretty red but it doesn't hurt. Rode 30 miles today, and I'm not that fatigued, so that's getting better.

Fri I meet with my oncologist. My next phase is to start Tamoxifen, which is an estrogen blocker, which I'll take for 5 years. I feel lucky to have it as an option, so I'm hoping for minimal side effects.

I just want to thank you all for being here for me, and for all the hugs and well wishes. It's really helped.

[OakLeaf]

That'll be a relief to have that done with I'm sure.

You've been amazing. I'm so glad your side effects have been tolerable.

Good luck with the tamoxifen.

[indysteel]

Congratulations, Red. I'm so glad you're nearing the end if this phase. It's really been an honor to share this experience with you. You've shown a tremendous amount of grace, strength and good humor. I admire you greatly.

[Crankin]

I am really amazed at your attitude, Red. Especially the fact that you rode to treatment!
The way the weather is going, we may be going on that ride soon.