tips for better mammogram?

[goldfinch]

Thank you for that, marni. It helps knowing this was something you experienced, too.

I think I may keep my next appt. with that doctor so I can give her some feedback. She's young, and if I just leave, she won't know why. I may call the breast center nurse and discuss it with her as well.

I think it is so great that you are willing to do this. It is hard for professionals to get this kind of feedback. Instead, patients/clients/customers just leave.

I am glad you are doing better.

[szsz]

Count me among those who experienced the blues after all the active aspects of treatment (surgeries / followups) was complete. I didn't connect it to the Tamoxifen -- but that makes sense. I was in a support group at the time and the facilitator assured me that it was common to feel down after all the treatment ends and it starts to sink in that this is my life now going forward after breast cancer. I also had a reasonable amount of pain every day from the surgeries and hot flashes as well. Others in the group suggested effexor, which can be taken with Tamoxifen and has the added benefit of eliminating hot flashes. I don't love that I am taking it, but it helped immensely and I am back to my happy self. I'll go off the effexor eventually; for now I am just enjoying the even keel.

(As for diet, I was vegan before I was diagnosed [still am] I eat well and I exercise strenuously 4 to 5 x /week.)

[redrhodie]

My six month mammogram is tomorrow. I'm pretty calm right now, but expect to be a bundle of nerves in the morning. I'm going to try to stay relaxed and stay present.

Otherwise, things have gotten much better. I started meditation a while back, and it's really helping me stay balanced. I am going really easy on myself, saying no to stressful situations whenever I can. I haven't done any hard riding in a long time, and my mileage is maybe 25% less than other years, slower, and less hilly. It's been perfect. I love riding.

I have very few SE's from the tamoxifen anymore. I feel good.

Give me some good vibes tomorrow!

[indysteel]

Sending you lots of good vibes, Red. I'm glad you've employed such constructive methods to help you heal, emotionally and physically. You're a wise lady. Let us know how it goes.

[malkin]

Sending good thoughts your way!

[SpeedyChix]

Stay mellow, relaxed and as you noted, in the moment. No needless energy wasted.
Glad you're finding your way post-treatment. Hugs for tomorrow

[OakLeaf]

Hang in there red. Sending lots of positive vibes for calm and a good result.

[Crankin]

Good luck, Red. Thinking of you.

[pll]

Best wishes Red!