I totally agree! I found that in so many situations. My mind was on overload and could only take so much. Thank you for making me not feel alone in this💕
@@ChelseyTarnow NO ONE TALKS ABOUT - 1] what happens down the years with those hard medications. 2] Currently doctors’ practices changed to be standard typical treatments which they apply to every patient - They themselves do not know how to think outside the box. Which is harming so many people? 3] Many agriculture and meat contains Pesticides and now-a-days these type of things diseases like cancer and dementia, muscular, Tendonitis etc. are popping up like popcorn. Nobody is taking any action against those people who are providing these foods in market. Those who get the diseases - they get occupied with their internal health issues so their ability to fight gets limited with outside world. Those who survives for little longer they will think I have just touched near death experiences so let me live my life to fullest and matter for original cause of problems are not address. IN NJ they have found 500 plus cases of dementia in kids. Those kids parents should take action. This has become a game and for some doctors a play book game. I guess that is why they call they are practicing on you. At cost of your health they are practicing on you. 4] IT shocks me when doctors tell that all medicine has side effects and if you do not follow the rules which they created they cannot help. Clearly they do not want to think outside the box. 4] Radiation has so many issues with it - while taking even if you breathe it changes the position and wrong side get radiation - which means if you have on left side under you heart - your heart muscle can get damaged. Why cannot do Open surgery to burn the lump or tumor etc....Why they are risking patients life to get damaged to other organs. WHY???? They are brain washing you with each medicine they put out in market - So pharma co makes profit at cost of your health. I HOPE YOU STILL ALIVE
Thank you so very much for your videos . I am about to start my 20 rounds of radiation at the end of this month . I met with the radiation oncology team a few days ago . I too was shocked to hear i will be getting 3 tattoos ! It’s just all so much to process . Thank you for this . I had a lumpectomy , now radiation and then endocrine therapy . With love and compassion to all on this journey .
At 70 years old, I too never thought I would ever get tattoos but my BC diagnosis changed all that! I've just finished my Radiation Therapy treatments - hypofractionated radiation (higher dose/less time) - this past Wednesday. I luckily knew in advance that this was going to happen (two sisters with BC as well), but the Planning stage in my case was done by two techs who spoke very little to me and didn't even warn when they were going to tattoo me - it hurt! The Simulation Session was altogether different, the three techs could not have been nicer and when treatment started the next day with my assigned Radiation Techs who took over care of the sessions day after day I was truly blessed. The tattoos were for positioning purposes, focusing the beams of green light on the pinpoints of the tattoos to get me into the same position each and every day. As you age, little skin blemishes increase so the tattoos just look like another little mole or freckle on my skin - thankfully hardly noticeable. Now, I'm on to Anastrozole Endocrine Therapy. I wish you the best on your journey ... it is a fight that you will win. Just remember to be your own advocate if something needs to be explained or if you have questions.
I absolutely melted down when the tech told me I was going to get 4 of them. I had no idea, it was never discussed prior, or mentioned by anyone at any time. I have no tattoos, and having lost my left breast already, this sent me over the edge completely. I was angry. Still am. I'm alive, and grateful. But why is this never mentioned until right before they do it???
Im wearing stickers rn for radiotherapy. I was offered tattoos or stickers. The stickers have lasted 4 weeks no issues. They are on my rib cage. No need for tattoos. I had them put on the week before my treatment started. Im half way through 5 days a week for 6 weeks. Its fine. My skin turned pink this week. Because of my masectomy - no reconstruction which was 11 weeks before it's difficult for me to differentiate the weird nerve sensations and pain from radiotherapy. All i can say is you will be ok. Take care of yourself. With love to my fellow bc survivors, dxx
I have started my bc journey. I've done the first Dr visit, mammogram, ultra sound, biopsy. I wish that I wrote down what the Dr told me, all I remember is pappilary, forgot if it was aggressive, or positive or negative. The doctor explained a lot, but my worry blurred it all. I see the doctor next week, maybe a ct scan, maybe surgery. If surgery, then radiation. Thank you Chelsey for telling us about your tattoo and what it is for. One less surprise. Thank you.
Yes …i have 2 small tattoos on my left breast. They used a small TB syringe to inject the dye ,so very small. If that’s what it takes to home in that radiation on my cancer, than so be it! I am stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma,negative lymph nodes, oncotype 14. Er+ Her2-. Negative mammograms so far. I am blessed by my dear Lord. And my doctors, nurses,and radiologists! Please dear ladies (and men), try to keep it all in perspective…blessings to all🌺
Ty. Going for my simulation in the morning. It is all so much to take in. It just seems to be quite a journey of new doctors, new things to learn and what decisions to make. I have my husband and two grown daughters. I love the care and love they offer me. Tears, hugs, laughter and love but it can still be lonely and a bit much. Growing up and still learning but reaching out foe such sweet comfort. Ty for you video.
Sending so much love and resilience your way. I totally understand what you are saying about the overwhelm of new information, doctors and decisions. One thing that helped me along the way was to do my best to focus on one day at a time and celebrate every step that I overcome. That is so wonderful that you are supported and surrounded by your loving family. You've got this💪. Xo💕
Thank you Chelsey for your thoughtfulness and clarity. I recently restarted chemo after needing a break after AC. Radiation in two months. I watch your videos over and over. Honest and sincere and helpful to not feel alone🙏🏾
🌷🫂🌷 I'm so happy that you have found the videos helpful. Sending continued strength and resilience as you resume fighting through chemo. You've got this💪💪! And thank you so much for your feedback, it's warms my heart💕 to know you find value in my videos:)
I think this is a good point. The diagnosis of breast cancer is mind-numbing. All of treatment feels like a surrendering, in a way, to all that's to come. The care I had was very comforting and supportive. My surgeon held my hand as I went under anesthesia. It's a difficult and emotional journey. I am thankful for the care I've received and continue to receive. The scars and the nerve pain, the tattoos, and the anti-estrogen meds I'll take next are all part of my journey and hopefully will save my life. It is emotional and at times feels intrusive. It is scary. Having a strong support system is key! Love n hugs! Be strong, but know when to ask for help! ❤❤❤
NO ONE TALKS ABOUT - 1] what happens down the years with those hard medications. 2] Currently doctors’ practices changed to be standard typical treatments which they apply to every patient - They themselves do not know how to think outside the box. Which is harming so many people? 3] Many agriculture and meat contains Pesticides and now-a-days these type of things diseases like cancer and dementia, muscular, Tendonitis etc. are popping up like popcorn. Nobody is taking any action against those people who are providing these foods in market. Those who get the diseases - they get occupied with their internal health issues so their ability to fight gets limited with outside world. Those who survives for little longer they will think I have just touched near death experiences so let me live my life to fullest and matter for original cause of problems are not address. IN NJ they have found 500 plus cases of dementia in kids. Those kids parents should take action. This has become a game and for some doctors a play book game. I guess that is why they call they are practicing on you. At cost of your health they are practicing on you. 4] IT shocks me when doctors tell that all medicine has side effects and if you do not follow the rules which they created they cannot help. Clearly they do not want to think outside the box. 4] Radiation has so many issues with it - while taking even if you breathe it changes the position and wrong side get radiation - which means if you have on left side under you heart - your heart muscle can get damaged. Why cannot do Open surgery to burn the lump or tumor etc....Why they are risking patients life to get damaged to other organs. WHY???? They are brain washing you with each medicine they put out in market - So pharma co makes profit at cost of your health.
Thank you so much for posting, I am going to have radiation too, no one mentioned tattoos to me either. It was nice to see yours they’re so small, I had visions of them being much larger. I’m not one to get a tattoo at all, in fact I don’t like them at all but this video has put my mind at ease.. Thank you again!
I'm so glad that this video was helpful for you. Makes my heart so happy. Thank you so much for the feedback. Sending you tons of positive vibes as you continue your fight💕. Xo
Im on the BC highway too. Radiation may be in my near future. I’m so glad to know this as I also shun them but they don’t bother me at all. Warrior scars!
Awww I love how raw and honest about your journey you are. You've been so helpful to my own journey. My three radiation marker tattoos are black and look just like little tiny freckles too
You are so very welcome. Thanks for being an encouragement and light to all that are going through the "ordeal". So hope and pray that you are well and on your walk. Blessings, p
I was the same about the tattoos, didn’t know about them until a minute before I got them. I still resent having them on my skin, like you my skin was all natural apart from pierced ears at 8 months old. My colour option were blue or blue so I have 3 blue ‘freckles’. Centre of chest and either side of ribs (not armpit). Mine is bigger and darker than yours, got them 3 years ago now.
I'm sorry to hear your experience was similar to mine, I was really hard to handle at the time! I think blue was my only "choice" too. I hope over time they will fade🙏🙏
Ty for this video. I just had my mapping today and was told that they no longer do tastiest as they can save exact picture points on system and it’s easy to align the system. I’m sorry you had to go through the stress. Someone asked if I would be able to attend a function and I replied that I didn’t know. Each week seems different with so many appts and sometimes curve balls are thrown that change my expectations. I just try to take info in and that one step at a time without over thinking. Ty again and take care.
Thank you for your comment, that is so wonderful that they can now do the radiation without the tattoos. Just one less thing to stress about. My heart goes out to you. Though I know active treatment is so challenging, I love your perspective of taking it one day, one step at a time. One by one you will get your way to the other side. Sending positive vibes your way💫
Thank you for sharing with us your experience and for the pieces of advice. I had heard about the tatoos from another person. I wasn't happy about being tattooed but I told myself it is for my good to go through this phase. Luckily, the Center I go to does no longer use permanent markers. I wish everyone going through this the best💖
Happy to share! Thank you for watching. I hope it helped ease your nerves before you found out you didn't need to get the permanent tattoo (that is so wonderful by the way!). I hope you are feeling well as you start your radiation. Sending many positive healing vibes your way♡♡
Thank you for the vibes💖. The video was very useful indeed, it eased my mind about what to expect. I am feeling okay. I just had my 5th radiotherapy session. On the very first day I got a lotion - Propyless- I use on the radiation field and a cream - Mometasone Teva- that I will apply when I start noticing changes on the skin. Just in case this may be useful as points to discuss with the medical team in case someone is in need. Sending hugs and love😍🤗
@@SK-my4vx Happy to hear you are feeling OK and have 5 of your sessions done! I found it helpful to celebrate every time I was one step closer to being done. I hope your skin continues to handle the therapy well. I appreciate you sharing what you picked up to help sooth your skin if need be🙏. Thinking of you♡
@@ChelseyTarnow thank you once again you are such a blessing. I see it in the same way, celebrating every completed phase even one step taken in the journey. Sending hugs 🤗🤗
Thank you. I am 53 and have just been diagnosed. I meet with the surgery and oncology team Monday. I also don't have any tattoos and never wanted any ,so I can definitely relate to the idea of being essentially forced to get one due to this diagnosis. 😢
The pleasure is mine! I would have liked a video like this before I was caught off guard abs thrown into a tizzy🙃. Thank you for your very kind words💌!
Oh, that's not bad at all! 😊 For some reason I thought it's gonna be bigger, like a very noticeable dot of bright colour. Thank you for sharing your journey!
The surprises are the worst! I was diagnosed with dcis at 34 years old and I am 57 years old now. The day that I went back to the cancer center to have all the measurements and everything radiation I believe I knew I was going to have the tattoos it was just such an emotional moment I just could not stop crying. I think was just feeling like I was being marked by cancer and I have three blue. Still won the same spot in between my breast and then I have one on each side of my ribs not in my armpit on my ribs. I was just diagnosed with a recurrence same breast in May of 2022 and 57 now and I had a mastectomy on that side. Since I had a lumpectomy and radiation that 34, I could have radiation again to the same breast so I had a mastectomy on my left side and luckily it was stage 1A estrogen-positive, my lymph nodes were clear. I am taking anastrozole for the next five years. My sister was diagnosed with her first breast cancer diagnosis in October of 2022. This is her first time having breast cancer and our mom died being diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer for the right away. Luckily my sister has the same diagnosis that I have and her lymph nodes are clear and she is getting ready to start radiation a March 2023. I told her how when the most devastating back in my thirties when I was first diagnosed it's going to the cancer center and how to get all these positions that they could do all these measurements and then getting the tattoos. It almost just felt like now I was marked as having cancer and it was a really horrible feeling even though I'm pretty sure I knew ahead of time but it was a really sad experience for me and it was at that point that I just broke down in tears on that table. I found your channel I believe last year when I was first diagnosed with cancer after being a Survivor for 22 years and I just sent this video to my sister to maybe help her as she gets ready to begin the step towards radiation. Prayers to you and thank you so much for sharing.
Hi Lisa, thank you so much for sharing your experiences. I'm so sorry to hear about your recurrence and your sisters recent diagnosis. I totally understand about what you were saying about being permanently marked by cancer and that being really challenging causing you to burst into tears. As you know that was me too. I felt like all through treatment there was so much information coming at me, decisions to make and treatments to endure that at some point I couldn't emotionally stay strong anymore when one more thing was added to my plate. Wishing you a quick recovery from your mastectomy. Sending lots of positive vibes to your sister as well as she begins her fight. I hope this video helps her in some way. I'm sure you will be a great resource and support along the way for her as well. xo
I am in week 3 of radiation therapy. I compartmentalized each step in my process so that I did not get overwhelmed. When I was told I would receive tattos I asked many questions. I asked to see pictures, which I was shown and asked about the process. My cancer center had a video that they showed me. I have to say my cancer center is extraordinary (Summit Medical, NJ). It's important to do your own research, ask questions and keep asking until you understand.
Compartmentalizing is such a great Idea! I'm so happy it has worked for you to help keep asmuch oberwhelm at bay as you can. I totally agree with asking all the questions! Such a helpful and important part of the process. Your treatment center definitely seems like it's VERY good at supporting its people, I'm so happy you are feeling confident in the hands of your medical team🙌❤. Thank you for sharing your experience ans thoughts🙏. Sending positive vibes your way!
You are physically/spiritually beautiful. I undeerstand where one more piece of information could put you in a tailspin. So glad the tatoos were tiny little markers. However, as an RN, I was happy to hear the VITAL informational tip of bringing "ears" and a good "scribe". Otherwise all the info is like a shotgun blast....piece flying everywhere and also helps the medical team to be more "aware". Thank you for sharing. Blessings, p
Thank you so very much🙏🌷! Yes, bringing extra ears and a scribe is excellent advice! I did that for most of my appointments and it was extremely helpful. Thank you for your message💫!
Thank you for this. I had just had my surgery and I'm awaiting oncology and radiation. I think I would be freaking if they told me I had to have tattoos. Having seen what these little dots are now, I would be much more comfortable.
I'm happy this helped give you a heads up just incase tatoos are mentioned. Wishing you much health, strength and resilience as you move forward in your treatment🌷🌱💫💕
Enjoyed your video. I wish you continued good health. I was wondering what was said to you by the staff, once they realized how upset you were with the tattoos. Did they say they were mandatory??? I also would have been very upset with the news that tattoos were needed. I probably would have walked out. Definitely would not appreciate having that info given to me last minute. I dont like tattoos, so i understand your reaction 100%. Was just wondering how much pressure the staff put on you to accept these marks. Thank you. God bless!!
Thank you for your health wishes and understanding🙏💕. They explained that in my case they were mandatory as it helps with radiation treatment accuracy and to speed up appointment times to get more patients seen in a day. They felt for me, but also explained it was a procedure/protocol they needed to follow.
I just started my radiation treatment…my treatment center doesn’t do tattoos or stickers…they r just using their computer programming set ups….seems like a lot of places don’t have that
i'm having my lump surgery next week & then there will be a course of radiation. i've heard about the tattoos. i'd thought casually about getting a fun tattoo over the years but never got one. when i realized i would be getting these, i began to think more seriously about getting one for inspiration - i'm thinking of getting "fearless girl" on my arm!
💪💪💪💪💪!!! Love your idea❤! A tattoo to be so proud of whenever you see it. Wishing you continued strength and resilience🌱💫. Sending much love for your surgery and upcoming radiation, you've so got this💪👊!
I am helping a friend going through this. Her Tattos are not permanent. They use a pen to mark it and then put sticky take. Once you are done with the radiation you can use rubbing alcohol to.
Thank you for discussing this. I have been fine with all the discussions I have had about my treatments. Due to have radi therapy and the tattoo discussion I'ts the only thing stressing me. Having seen this I feel so much better
I'm so happy to hear you've been feeling good about all your discussions🙏🌷❤! I'm glad this video made you feel a little better about the tattoo discussion:). Sending positive vibes your way💫🌌!
Hi, i m in holland and it was discussed with me beforehand. Control is a big thing to let go of with cancer. Keep breathing! Is what the staff always said to me when the pricks hurt. I even probably have to get more tattoo points because instead of the protons i ll be getting the foton radiation which does not involve keeping your breath in. Btw you can have them lasered off.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I'm so happy you had the conversation before hand. Control is such a hard thing to let go of... but as you say with cancer one has no choice a lot of times. It helped to seek control in the areas I could. Sending positive vibes your way♡
I know a lot of people are tattooed, so I was an anti tattooer for several reasons, one of which was knowing a holocaust survivor who had been tattooed. My aversion to them was a extreme. I've been working hard to overcome my prejudice. Watching the excellent care extremely tatted up Dads taking care of their little ones in the park across from my house helped. But still, I kind of freaked out that I was going to be tattooed. In the end I got them and now pretty much ignore them.
A couple women have commented that they didn't need them so it's worth an ask🤞! Knowing either way would be helpful in mentally preparing. Sending continued strength and resilience your way💪🌱💕!
They are tiny dots- looks like someone touched me with an ink pen. I had lung cancer - not breast, so mine are up much higher. But they are not noticible
I felt exactly as you did about getting a tattoo 😢so I refused the radiation treatment.😮Now I’m back with a new cancer type and they want me to do the radiation 😢. I don’t think I can and the dr confirmed the tattoo would be permanent 😢 no options 😢
I did not know that they would tattoo me for radiation. Thank you for telling me. I too would be very upset it they sprung that on me. I have no current tattoos.
My surprise was how much anxiety the radiation caused me. I was terrified the entire time. Also was warned about using cream to soothe the tissue as to burns. I used a radiation cream from amazon made of plant oils. It was wonderful. No burns until the last week. No one mentioned EXIT burns. My neck cooked up under my jaw. Also my breast is hard and lumpy due to calcification. How do i keep safe when it feels like when this all started? My tatoos are blue also.
I get ultrasounds after mammograms. My breasts are dense, and I just finished treatments for breast cancer. Check to see if your insurance covers ultrasounds for the state of your breast. The oncologist can also get in touch if insurance gives you a problem. Hope this information helps.
It is so weird how the burn comes on weeks later isn't it?! I'm happy to hear the cream you purchased worked so well. I also get a yearly mammogram, ultrasound and if there is a noticed concern an MRI.
Please note folks watching - some cancer centers do not use tatoos instead they use sharpie type markers to mark your skin and cover those markings w/ medical tape. (looks ridik and for us BC folks we need to wear crew necks to hide it all) Either method feels invasive in my opinion....just sharing. You may want to ask at your first consult what that particular center does...
Yes, thank you for sharing! This is only my experience, not everyone's will be the same as mine. Definitely worth asking about so you can be prepared:).
You don't have to get tattoos. They can just use sharpies and tape, but you have to be sure to not wash them off in the shower and touch them up as needed. Just came from my radiation oncology appointment today.
I had a surgery getting ready for radiation! It’s only my husband, our 4 kids and I. No help from relatives or friends. My husband travels for work , I am honestly terrified HOW am I going to survive the radiation treatment for 4 weeks and the side effects after? The radiologist told me that out of all patients he treated for breast cancer only 1 had nausea. I don’t even understsnd how is that possible, considering everybody I talk to telling me that it was hell on Earth. I am so scared :(
Hi Sunny, my heart goes out to you. That is a lot on your plate to concentrate on fighting, healing and looking after your 4 kids while your husband is away for work. Everyone's experience is different, but I'll pass along that I did not have nausea for my radiation. The side effects I felt were exhaustion and being very sore topically on the radiation site. I hope that it's not as bad as some have told you it is🙏🙏. Thinking of you. You CAN do this!
I hope you are OK. I'm seeing this late, but I'll tell you my experience. I never had any help from anyone at all. I drove an hour each way, 5 days a week for 6 weeks. My only side effect was a burn like a sunburn. Hope you managed well too.
I wish I'd had tattoos... I've had 4 titanium markers inside my breast. No idea what they look like as I've just finished radiotherapy. I'll see them on my next eco or mammogram😢.
Not sure why they did the simulation or planning, if again I would not have the tattoos, there is semi permanent, they want you to have the tattoos as it’s convenient for them! Yes I did the breathe hold as well. One day the 3rd Nov 2020, this radiation therapist Roy (not the team leader) did it differently to the plan, I knew because I’d gotten to know the sequence of the machine plus the 1st 2 breaths were the hardest. This time it wasn’t, the breaths were different as well. I asked him why, his answer was “ he was bored”!!! Well Roy, sorry my cancer bored you. Maybe you go scrub toilets. A few days later taking me in he says, I got into trouble for doing that, he says oh not big trouble she (team leader) just laughed and said stick to the plan. How unprofessional was that. Recent scans show some scarring on lung and I wonder if it was because of ROY. Thing is I recorded all sessions on my iPad (great app) so I have the moron on record admitting it.
Oh man, that is seriously so terrible and so darn inconsiderate and rude. I can't believe this Roy and his unprofessional behavior. I hope you didn't get him again and I'm so so sorry to hear you had some lung scaring. I too would wonder if it was Roy. I hope your health now is good. Sending much love💕
I hope that you’re still alive darling baby girl I’m very sick. I have stage four non-small cell lung cancer, and the immunotherapy called. KEYTRUDA , is attacking my Adal gland., in my upper kidneys, which makes me very very weak and my muscles keep on tightening up I think it’s in five more days that I go to radiation and my lyimp no active but they say it’s not cancer that it’s infection but they haven’t given me nothing for an infection the immunotherapy stay in my body for my entire life, but it did wipe out most of the cancer. It works for most people, but not me the two cancers in my upper chest. One of them is by my bone so I was wondering what is gonna happen to the bone and I’m wondering, if I could sleep with my husband or pet my cat hold my cat and hold my children. I don’t know how to punctuate because I ran away out of very young age and went to work because I was a foster kid but I think you can read what I’m typing so I’m using my speaker to help me another question is, does it burn? Does the radiation stay in the inside of your body or does it go in your body and then then come out? I have to take my top off and be naked topless for the test and are you sleepy? Are you warming out and I hope you’re alive.
My heart goes out to you dear friend❤❤. When I recieved the radiation treatment I couldn't feel it at all! However, after about a week my skin started to get hot and red like it does from a bad sunburn. The radiation sessions where so short, like 5 minutes. I was told there was no problem hugging others. The radiation did make me tired, but no so much that I needed to sleep all the time, I could still function. I hope this helps you🙏🙏. Sending many positive healing vibes your way💫🌱🌷
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO HAVE TATTOOS!!! Just refuse. Your oncologist might freak out, but the radiation techs who do the prep work will not. They will use "permanent" marker to mark your skin, then cover it with a translucent tape. The techs might have to refresh the marks part way through the radiation, but this is no big deal. You must protect the temporary marks from water or getting rubbed off, so you might have to reduce bathing, at least in the radiation area, or do sink bathing, which is what I did. If you have to take full showers, cover the marks to prevent water and soap from allowing them to shift or fall off; tape on Saran Wrap if necessary. You might also have to figure out undergarments and clothing that do not rub the marks. This is what I did twelve years ago and it worked just fine. I have had no recurrence of the cancer and I have no blue tattoos.
Hi Tessa! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and tips! What an awesome option for those who don't want the tattoos. So so happy to hear you are doing well♡!
Talk about making a mountain out of a mole hill..haven't you had any friends get the tattoos..I got them for my up coming radiation and had seen other people's and they are the size of a pin point...they look like tiny little moles if you can even notice them..there is enough to worry about without worrying people about something you can hardly feel when they do it and something you can barely see if you squint...you have a mole on your neck that is about five times the size of the tattoos.
That must have been so helpful to see how small the tattoos are before you went in to get them, I'm happy you had that luxury to ease your mind. I was not given that opportunity, or even the knowledge that I would be getting tattoo(s) so I could research how small they are. That's the precise reason why I made this video, to inform others so they wouldn't be as startled as myself; as well as providing a visual for those who also didn't have the opportunity to see them in person before hand.
I received two tattoos (one on each hip) last month at Mayo (Phoenix) for prostate cancer recurrence following radical prostatectomy. It seems to be common there. Like Chelsey, it was a surprise.
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right after a cancer diagnosis is such a difficult and overwhelming time. it is amazing what can send you over the edge.
I totally agree! I found that in so many situations. My mind was on overload and could only take so much. Thank you for making me not feel alone in this💕
@@ChelseyTarnow NO ONE TALKS ABOUT - 1] what happens down the years with those hard medications. 2] Currently doctors’ practices changed to be standard typical treatments which they apply to every patient - They themselves do not know how to think outside the box. Which is harming so many people? 3] Many agriculture and meat contains Pesticides and now-a-days these type of things diseases like cancer and dementia, muscular, Tendonitis etc. are popping up like popcorn. Nobody is taking any action against those people who are providing these foods in market. Those who get the diseases - they get occupied with their internal health issues so their ability to fight gets limited with outside world. Those who survives for little longer they will think I have just touched near death experiences so let me live my life to fullest and matter for original cause of problems are not address. IN NJ they have found 500 plus cases of dementia in kids. Those kids parents should take action. This has become a game and for some doctors a play book game. I guess that is why they call they are practicing on you. At cost of your health they are practicing on you. 4] IT shocks me when doctors tell that all medicine has side effects and if you do not follow the rules which they created they cannot help. Clearly they do not want to think outside the box. 4] Radiation has so many issues with it - while taking even if you breathe it changes the position and wrong side get radiation - which means if you have on left side under you heart - your heart muscle can get damaged. Why cannot do Open surgery to burn the lump or tumor etc....Why they are risking patients life to get damaged to other organs. WHY???? They are brain washing you with each medicine they put out in market - So pharma co makes profit at cost of your health. I HOPE YOU STILL ALIVE
Thank you so very much for your videos . I am about to start my 20 rounds of radiation at the end of this month . I met with the radiation oncology team a few days ago . I too was shocked to hear i will be getting 3 tattoos ! It’s just all so much to process . Thank you for this . I had a lumpectomy , now radiation and then endocrine therapy . With love and compassion to all on this journey .
At 70 years old, I too never thought I would ever get tattoos but my BC diagnosis changed all that! I've just finished my Radiation Therapy treatments - hypofractionated radiation (higher dose/less time) - this past Wednesday. I luckily knew in advance that this was going to happen (two sisters with BC as well), but the Planning stage in my case was done by two techs who spoke very little to me and didn't even warn when they were going to tattoo me - it hurt! The Simulation Session was altogether different, the three techs could not have been nicer and when treatment started the next day with my assigned Radiation Techs who took over care of the sessions day after day I was truly blessed. The tattoos were for positioning purposes, focusing the beams of green light on the pinpoints of the tattoos to get me into the same position each and every day. As you age, little skin blemishes increase so the tattoos just look like another little mole or freckle on my skin - thankfully hardly noticeable. Now, I'm on to Anastrozole Endocrine Therapy. I wish you the best on your journey ... it is a fight that you will win. Just remember to be your own advocate if something needs to be explained or if you have questions.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience in such great detail! I wish you all the best as well as you move forward in life🤗💕💫
Thank you, Jean!
I absolutely melted down when the tech told me I was going to get 4 of them. I had no idea, it was never discussed prior, or mentioned by anyone at any time. I have no tattoos, and having lost my left breast already, this sent me over the edge completely. I was angry. Still am. I'm alive, and grateful. But why is this never mentioned until right before they do it???
You are such a doll. It's not fair that you or anyone else gets this horrible disease I'll keep you in my prayers 🙏 stay strong.
Agreed! Thank you so much Debbie, I greatly appreciate your compassion💕. Sending lots of love to you💌
Im wearing stickers rn for radiotherapy. I was offered tattoos or stickers. The stickers have lasted 4 weeks no issues. They are on my rib cage. No need for tattoos. I had them put on the week before my treatment started. Im half way through 5 days a week for 6 weeks. Its fine. My skin turned pink this week. Because of my masectomy - no reconstruction which was 11 weeks before it's difficult for me to differentiate the weird nerve sensations and pain from radiotherapy. All i can say is you will be ok. Take care of yourself. With love to my fellow bc survivors, dxx
I have started my bc journey. I've done the first Dr visit, mammogram, ultra sound, biopsy. I wish that I wrote down what the Dr told me, all I remember is pappilary, forgot if it was aggressive, or positive or negative. The doctor explained a lot, but my worry blurred it all. I see the doctor next week, maybe a ct scan, maybe surgery. If surgery, then radiation. Thank you Chelsey for telling us about your tattoo and what it is for. One less surprise. Thank you.
Yes …i have 2 small tattoos on my left breast. They used a small TB syringe to inject the dye ,so very small. If that’s what it takes to home in that radiation on my cancer, than so be it! I am stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma,negative lymph nodes, oncotype 14. Er+ Her2-. Negative mammograms so far. I am blessed by my dear Lord. And my doctors, nurses,and radiologists! Please dear ladies (and men), try to keep it all in perspective…blessings to all🌺
Ty. Going for my simulation in the morning. It is all so much to take in. It just seems to be quite a journey of new doctors, new things to learn and what decisions to make. I have my husband and two grown daughters. I love the care and love they offer me. Tears, hugs, laughter and love but it can still be lonely and a bit much. Growing up and still learning but reaching out foe such sweet comfort. Ty for you video.
Sending so much love and resilience your way. I totally understand what you are saying about the overwhelm of new information, doctors and decisions. One thing that helped me along the way was to do my best to focus on one day at a time and celebrate every step that I overcome. That is so wonderful that you are supported and surrounded by your loving family. You've got this💪. Xo💕
Thank you Chelsey for your thoughtfulness and clarity. I recently restarted chemo after needing a break after AC. Radiation in two months. I watch your videos over and over. Honest and sincere and helpful to not feel alone🙏🏾
🌷🫂🌷 I'm so happy that you have found the videos helpful. Sending continued strength and resilience as you resume fighting through chemo. You've got this💪💪! And thank you so much for your feedback, it's warms my heart💕 to know you find value in my videos:)
I think this is a good point. The diagnosis of breast cancer is mind-numbing. All of treatment feels like a surrendering, in a way, to all that's to come. The care I had was very comforting and supportive. My surgeon held my hand as I went under anesthesia. It's a difficult and emotional journey. I am thankful for the care I've received and continue to receive. The scars and the nerve pain, the tattoos, and the anti-estrogen meds I'll take next are all part of my journey and hopefully will save my life. It is emotional and at times feels intrusive. It is scary.
Having a strong support system is key! Love n hugs! Be strong, but know when to ask for help! ❤❤❤
Be sure to ask questions if you're unclear! Taking an active role in your treatment is empowering!
NO ONE TALKS ABOUT - 1] what happens down the years with those hard medications. 2] Currently doctors’ practices changed to be standard typical treatments which they apply to every patient - They themselves do not know how to think outside the box. Which is harming so many people? 3] Many agriculture and meat contains Pesticides and now-a-days these type of things diseases like cancer and dementia, muscular, Tendonitis etc. are popping up like popcorn. Nobody is taking any action against those people who are providing these foods in market. Those who get the diseases - they get occupied with their internal health issues so their ability to fight gets limited with outside world. Those who survives for little longer they will think I have just touched near death experiences so let me live my life to fullest and matter for original cause of problems are not address. IN NJ they have found 500 plus cases of dementia in kids. Those kids parents should take action. This has become a game and for some doctors a play book game. I guess that is why they call they are practicing on you. At cost of your health they are practicing on you. 4] IT shocks me when doctors tell that all medicine has side effects and if you do not follow the rules which they created they cannot help. Clearly they do not want to think outside the box. 4] Radiation has so many issues with it - while taking even if you breathe it changes the position and wrong side get radiation - which means if you have on left side under you heart - your heart muscle can get damaged. Why cannot do Open surgery to burn the lump or tumor etc....Why they are risking patients life to get damaged to other organs. WHY???? They are brain washing you with each medicine they put out in market - So pharma co makes profit at cost of your health.
Thank you so much for posting, I am going to have radiation too, no one mentioned tattoos to me either. It was nice to see yours they’re so small, I had visions of them being much larger. I’m not one to get a tattoo at all, in fact I don’t like them at all but this video has put my mind at ease.. Thank you again!
I'm so glad that this video was helpful for you. Makes my heart so happy. Thank you so much for the feedback. Sending you tons of positive vibes as you continue your fight💕. Xo
Im on the BC highway too. Radiation may be in my near future. I’m so glad to know this as I also shun them but they don’t bother me at all. Warrior scars!
So happy it was good info for you! Absolutely LOVE your outlook💪❤!!! You've so got this!
Awww I love how raw and honest about your journey you are. You've been so helpful to my own journey. My three radiation marker tattoos are black and look just like little tiny freckles too
I'm so happy you've found the videos helpful🙏❤. Sending much continued strength and resilience your way💫. You've got this💪💪!!!!
You are so very welcome. Thanks for being an encouragement and light to all that are going through the "ordeal". So hope and pray that you are well and on your walk. Blessings, p
❤🌷❤!!!
I was the same about the tattoos, didn’t know about them until a minute before I got them. I still resent having them on my skin, like you my skin was all natural apart from pierced ears at 8 months old. My colour option were blue or blue so I have 3 blue ‘freckles’. Centre of chest and either side of ribs (not armpit). Mine is bigger and darker than yours, got them 3 years ago now.
I'm sorry to hear your experience was similar to mine, I was really hard to handle at the time! I think blue was my only "choice" too. I hope over time they will fade🙏🙏
Ty for this video. I just had my mapping today and was told that they no longer do tastiest as they can save exact picture points on system and it’s easy to align the system.
I’m sorry you had to go through the stress. Someone asked if I would be able to attend a function and I replied that I didn’t know. Each week seems different with so many appts and sometimes curve balls are thrown that change my expectations. I just try to take info in and that one step at a time without over thinking.
Ty again and take care.
Thank you for your comment, that is so wonderful that they can now do the radiation without the tattoos. Just one less thing to stress about.
My heart goes out to you. Though I know active treatment is so challenging, I love your perspective of taking it one day, one step at a time. One by one you will get your way to the other side. Sending positive vibes your way💫
Thank you for sharing with us your experience and for the pieces of advice.
I had heard about the tatoos from another person. I wasn't happy about being tattooed but I told myself it is for my good to go through this phase. Luckily, the Center I go to does no longer use permanent markers.
I wish everyone going through this the best💖
Happy to share! Thank you for watching. I hope it helped ease your nerves before you found out you didn't need to get the permanent tattoo (that is so wonderful by the way!). I hope you are feeling well as you start your radiation. Sending many positive healing vibes your way♡♡
Thank you for the vibes💖. The video was very useful indeed, it eased my mind about what to expect. I am feeling okay. I just had my 5th radiotherapy session. On the very first day I got a lotion - Propyless- I use on the radiation field and a cream - Mometasone Teva- that I will apply when I start noticing changes on the skin. Just in case this may be useful as points to discuss with the medical team in case someone is in need. Sending hugs and love😍🤗
@@SK-my4vx Happy to hear you are feeling OK and have 5 of your sessions done! I found it helpful to celebrate every time I was one step closer to being done. I hope your skin continues to handle the therapy well. I appreciate you sharing what you picked up to help sooth your skin if need be🙏. Thinking of you♡
@@ChelseyTarnow thank you once again you are such a blessing. I see it in the same way, celebrating every completed phase even one step taken in the journey. Sending hugs 🤗🤗
Thank you. I am 53 and have just been diagnosed. I meet with the surgery and oncology team Monday.
I also don't have any tattoos and never wanted any ,so I can definitely relate to the idea of being essentially forced to get one due to this diagnosis. 😢
I'm so sorry for your recent diagnosis😔. I hope your meetings went as well as they could yesterday🙏. Sending positive vibes your way🌷
If treatment is hopefully going to save your life then 2 or 3 dots must surely be insignificant.
Thank you for showing us this, you are such a beautiful blessing to others ❤️❤️❤️
The pleasure is mine! I would have liked a video like this before I was caught off guard abs thrown into a tizzy🙃. Thank you for your very kind words💌!
Oh, that's not bad at all! 😊 For some reason I thought it's gonna be bigger, like a very noticeable dot of bright colour. Thank you for sharing your journey!
I'm glad the visual helped to ease your nerves🙏🌷! Wishing you continued strength and resilience!
The surprises are the worst! I was diagnosed with dcis at 34 years old and I am 57 years old now. The day that I went back to the cancer center to have all the measurements and everything radiation I believe I knew I was going to have the tattoos it was just such an emotional moment I just could not stop crying. I think was just feeling like I was being marked by cancer and I have three blue. Still won the same spot in between my breast and then I have one on each side of my ribs not in my armpit on my ribs. I was just diagnosed with a recurrence same breast in May of 2022 and 57 now and I had a mastectomy on that side. Since I had a lumpectomy and radiation that 34, I could have radiation again to the same breast so I had a mastectomy on my left side and luckily it was stage 1A estrogen-positive, my lymph nodes were clear. I am taking anastrozole for the next five years. My sister was diagnosed with her first breast cancer diagnosis in October of 2022. This is her first time having breast cancer and our mom died being diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer for the right away. Luckily my sister has the same diagnosis that I have and her lymph nodes are clear and she is getting ready to start radiation a March 2023. I told her how when the most devastating back in my thirties when I was first diagnosed it's going to the cancer center and how to get all these positions that they could do all these measurements and then getting the tattoos. It almost just felt like now I was marked as having cancer and it was a really horrible feeling even though I'm pretty sure I knew ahead of time but it was a really sad experience for me and it was at that point that I just broke down in tears on that table. I found your channel I believe last year when I was first diagnosed with cancer after being a Survivor for 22 years and I just sent this video to my sister to maybe help her as she gets ready to begin the step towards radiation. Prayers to you and thank you so much for sharing.
Hi Lisa, thank you so much for sharing your experiences. I'm so sorry to hear about your recurrence and your sisters recent diagnosis. I totally understand about what you were saying about being permanently marked by cancer and that being really challenging causing you to burst into tears. As you know that was me too. I felt like all through treatment there was so much information coming at me, decisions to make and treatments to endure that at some point I couldn't emotionally stay strong anymore when one more thing was added to my plate. Wishing you a quick recovery from your mastectomy. Sending lots of positive vibes to your sister as well as she begins her fight. I hope this video helps her in some way. I'm sure you will be a great resource and support along the way for her as well. xo
I am in week 3 of radiation therapy. I compartmentalized each step in my process so that I did not get overwhelmed.
When I was told I would receive tattos I asked many questions. I asked to see pictures, which I was shown and asked about the process. My cancer center had a video that they showed me. I have to say my cancer center is extraordinary (Summit Medical, NJ). It's important to do your own research, ask questions and keep asking until you understand.
Compartmentalizing is such a great Idea! I'm so happy it has worked for you to help keep asmuch oberwhelm at bay as you can. I totally agree with asking all the questions! Such a helpful and important part of the process. Your treatment center definitely seems like it's VERY good at supporting its people, I'm so happy you are feeling confident in the hands of your medical team🙌❤. Thank you for sharing your experience ans thoughts🙏. Sending positive vibes your way!
You are physically/spiritually beautiful. I undeerstand where one more piece of information could put you in a tailspin. So glad the tatoos were tiny little markers. However, as an RN,
I was happy to hear the VITAL informational tip of bringing "ears" and a good "scribe".
Otherwise all the info is like a shotgun blast....piece flying everywhere and also helps the
medical team to be more "aware". Thank you for sharing. Blessings, p
Thank you so very much🙏🌷! Yes, bringing extra ears and a scribe is excellent advice! I did that for most of my appointments and it was extremely helpful. Thank you for your message💫!
Thank you for this. I had just had my surgery and I'm awaiting oncology and radiation. I think I would be freaking if they told me I had to have tattoos. Having seen what these little dots are now, I would be much more comfortable.
I'm happy this helped give you a heads up just incase tatoos are mentioned. Wishing you much health, strength and resilience as you move forward in your treatment🌷🌱💫💕
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Hey thanks!
After going through hell with chem for 7 months and surgery,a tattoo is nothing.
Enjoyed your video. I wish you continued good health.
I was wondering what was said to you by the staff, once they realized how upset you were with the tattoos.
Did they say they were mandatory???
I also would have been very upset with the news that tattoos were needed.
I probably would have walked out. Definitely would not appreciate having that info given to me last minute.
I dont like tattoos, so i understand your reaction 100%. Was just wondering how much pressure the staff put on you to accept these marks.
Thank you. God bless!!
Thank you for your health wishes and understanding🙏💕. They explained that in my case they were mandatory as it helps with radiation treatment accuracy and to speed up appointment times to get more patients seen in a day. They felt for me, but also explained it was a procedure/protocol they needed to follow.
I just started my radiation treatment…my treatment center doesn’t do tattoos or stickers…they r just using their computer programming set ups….seems like a lot of places don’t have that
i'm having my lump surgery next week & then there will be a course of radiation. i've heard about the tattoos. i'd thought casually about getting a fun tattoo over the years but never got one. when i realized i would be getting these, i began to think more seriously about getting one for inspiration - i'm thinking of getting "fearless girl" on my arm!
💪💪💪💪💪!!! Love your idea❤! A tattoo to be so proud of whenever you see it. Wishing you continued strength and resilience🌱💫. Sending much love for your surgery and upcoming radiation, you've so got this💪👊!
I am helping a friend going through this. Her Tattos are not permanent. They use a pen to mark it and then put sticky take. Once you are done with the radiation you can use rubbing alcohol to.
You look wonderful. I hope you feel as good as you look. I love your hair and glasses. Bless you for sharing!
Thank you🌷. I actually really enjoy short hair, who knew!? Sending you so much love and positive vibes today💫
@@ChelseyTarnow back atcha!
@@kristirichards2249 thank you🤗🥰!
Thank you for discussing this. I have been fine with all the discussions I have had about my treatments. Due to have radi therapy and the tattoo discussion I'ts the only thing stressing me. Having seen this I feel so much better
I'm so happy to hear you've been feeling good about all your discussions🙏🌷❤! I'm glad this video made you feel a little better about the tattoo discussion:). Sending positive vibes your way💫🌌!
Thank you very much
I wish I knew this
Today is my my fourth session 😌of my radiation
The pleasure is mine. I'm sorry you didn't know either. All the best in your 4th session today, and your remaining sessions🙏💌
@@ChelseyTarnow thank you 🙏
Hi, i m in holland and it was discussed with me beforehand. Control is a big thing to let go of with cancer. Keep breathing! Is what the staff always said to me when the pricks hurt. I even probably have to get more tattoo points because instead of the protons i ll be getting the foton radiation which does not involve keeping your breath in. Btw you can have them lasered off.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I'm so happy you had the conversation before hand. Control is such a hard thing to let go of... but as you say with cancer one has no choice a lot of times. It helped to seek control in the areas I could. Sending positive vibes your way♡
I only had to have 30... And I wanted to quit at 25! Ughhhh.
30 is a lot too! Especially when the side effects start to kick. U hope you are done and healed now🙏❤
I know a lot of people are tattooed, so
I was an anti tattooer for several reasons, one of which was knowing a holocaust survivor who had been tattooed. My aversion to them was a extreme. I've
been working hard to overcome my prejudice. Watching the excellent care extremely tatted up Dads taking care of their little ones in the park across from my house helped. But still, I kind of freaked out that I was going to be tattooed. In the end I got them and now pretty much ignore them.
Thank you for the heads-up i I am scheduled in 2 weeks and I had no idea that this would be part of it. I too have no tattoos 😩
A couple women have commented that they didn't need them so it's worth an ask🤞! Knowing either way would be helpful in mentally preparing. Sending continued strength and resilience your way💪🌱💕!
They are tiny dots- looks like someone touched me with an ink pen. I had lung cancer - not breast, so mine are up much higher. But they are not noticible
I felt exactly as you did about getting a tattoo 😢so I refused the radiation treatment.😮Now I’m back with a new cancer type and they want me to do the radiation 😢. I don’t think I can and the dr confirmed the tattoo would be permanent 😢 no options 😢
Thank u so much for the information.💞
You are welcome, I hope it was helpful for you🙏💕
I did not know that they would tattoo me for radiation. Thank you for telling me. I too would be very upset it they sprung that on me. I have no current tattoos.
I've heard not all centers are the same... but it was mandatory at my facility. Wishing you all the best❤❤
I got three tattoos for radiation 3 days ago. I had no idea what was coming either.
I'm so sorry😞 that you weren't informed. Sending much love🌷
My surprise was how much anxiety the radiation caused me. I was terrified the entire time. Also was warned about using cream to soothe the tissue as to burns. I used a radiation cream from amazon made of plant oils. It was wonderful. No burns until the last week. No one mentioned EXIT burns. My neck cooked up under my jaw. Also my breast is hard and lumpy due to calcification. How do i keep safe when it feels like when this all started? My tatoos are blue also.
I get ultrasounds after mammograms. My breasts are dense, and I just finished treatments for breast cancer. Check to see if your insurance covers ultrasounds for the state of your breast. The oncologist can also get in touch if insurance gives you a problem. Hope this information helps.
It is so weird how the burn comes on weeks later isn't it?! I'm happy to hear the cream you purchased worked so well. I also get a yearly mammogram, ultrasound and if there is a noticed concern an MRI.
Many people don't have someone to go to appointments with them.
I know😔, I was very fortunate to have family that could support me🙏.
im with you im very very very proud of my body never having a stupid tattoo but in your case its OK,,Stay strong
That I was my mindset as well. Thankfully they are small. Thank you so much for your support🙏💕
Please note folks watching - some cancer centers do not use tatoos instead they use sharpie type markers to mark your skin and cover those markings w/ medical tape. (looks ridik and for us BC folks we need to wear crew necks to hide it all) Either method feels invasive in my opinion....just sharing. You may want to ask at your first consult what that particular center does...
Yes, thank you for sharing! This is only my experience, not everyone's will be the same as mine. Definitely worth asking about so you can be prepared:).
I had sharpies all over me plus the tattoos.
Thank u so much for sharing ♥️♥️♥️🥰🥰🥰🥀🥀🥀
Happy to share💕
Thanks. That helps
Wonderful🙏. Take care of yourself💕
My tattoos are light pink and can't be seen without a special light used whenever I had radiation treatment.
Oh wow! That's really cool! Thank you for sharing🙏🌷🙏!!!
You don't have to get tattoos. They can just use sharpies and tape, but you have to be sure to not wash them off in the shower and touch them up as needed. Just came from my radiation oncology appointment today.
I'm happy to hear there are other options:). It wasn't an option for me to do that, but I'm happy it is for others! Thanks for sharing!
I had a surgery getting ready for radiation! It’s only my husband, our 4 kids and I. No help from relatives or friends. My husband travels for work , I am honestly terrified HOW am I going to survive the radiation treatment for 4 weeks and the side effects after? The radiologist told me that out of all patients he treated for breast cancer only 1 had nausea. I don’t even understsnd how is that possible, considering everybody I talk to telling me that it was hell on Earth. I am so scared :(
Hi Sunny, my heart goes out to you. That is a lot on your plate to concentrate on fighting, healing and looking after your 4 kids while your husband is away for work. Everyone's experience is different, but I'll pass along that I did not have nausea for my radiation. The side effects I felt were exhaustion and being very sore topically on the radiation site. I hope that it's not as bad as some have told you it is🙏🙏. Thinking of you. You CAN do this!
I hope you are OK. I'm seeing this late, but I'll tell you my experience. I never had any help from anyone at all. I drove an hour each way, 5 days a week for 6 weeks. My only side effect was a burn like a sunburn. Hope you managed well too.
Hope all is well. Currently in treatment. Just my husband and kids too. Husband also travels for work . Prayers to you.
Thank you I helps
Wonderful🙏💕! So happy yo hear it! Sending many positive vibes your way💫
My tattoos are dark blue also. (Still are. LOL) on on my chest and one in the arm pit of each arm.
Thank you for sharing🌷. Mine still are too😜
I wish I'd had tattoos... I've had 4 titanium markers inside my breast. No idea what they look like as I've just finished radiotherapy. I'll see them on my next eco or mammogram😢.
I didn't know that was an option. Do they stay in or get removed now that you are done? Also... Congratulations on completing your radiotherapy🥳💪👏!!!
@ChelseyTarnow 😊 thanks! I only found out after the surgery and wasn't given any options really. They will stay inside of me forever.
I believe the titanium makers inside the breast are for reference for future mammograms. I have them, plus three tattoos for radiation.
Not sure why they did the simulation or planning, if again I would not have the tattoos, there is semi permanent, they want you to have the tattoos as it’s convenient for them!
Yes I did the breathe hold as well. One day the 3rd Nov 2020, this radiation therapist Roy (not the team leader) did it differently to the plan, I knew because I’d gotten to know the sequence of the machine plus the 1st 2 breaths were the hardest. This time it wasn’t, the breaths were different as well. I asked him why, his answer was “ he was bored”!!! Well Roy, sorry my cancer bored you. Maybe you go scrub toilets. A few days later taking me in he says, I got into trouble for doing that, he says oh not big trouble she (team leader) just laughed and said stick to the plan. How unprofessional was that. Recent scans show some scarring on lung and I wonder if it was because of ROY. Thing is I recorded all sessions on my iPad (great app) so I have the moron on record admitting it.
Oh man, that is seriously so terrible and so darn inconsiderate and rude. I can't believe this Roy and his unprofessional behavior. I hope you didn't get him again and I'm so so sorry to hear you had some lung scaring. I too would wonder if it was Roy. I hope your health now is good. Sending much love💕
Very informative. Did they use needles to tattoo you?
Oh good, happy to hear it was helpful🌷. Yes they did.
@@ChelseyTarnow Oh no. After all my biopsies, surgery and aspiration due to staph infection, I thought needles were over. Did it hurt?
@@nancyferrari6743 I know😔. I don't remember hurting👍,very quick too. You've got this💪!
@@ChelseyTarnow Thank you. I’ll get through this!
@@nancyferrari6743 you most definitely will💪💪!!!
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🙏❤🌷🌟 Thank you! I hope you are doing well💕
I am ver good hun thank you 🙏❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍💪💪💪
@@jumjumjumuk so happy to hear it🙏❤💕!!!
Thanks
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I hope that you’re still alive darling baby girl I’m very sick. I have stage four non-small cell lung cancer, and the immunotherapy called. KEYTRUDA , is attacking my Adal gland., in my upper kidneys, which makes me very very weak and my muscles keep on tightening up I think it’s in five more days that I go to radiation and my lyimp no active but they say it’s not cancer that it’s infection but they haven’t given me nothing for an infection the immunotherapy stay in my body for my entire life, but it did wipe out most of the cancer. It works for most people, but not me the two cancers in my upper chest. One of them is by my bone so I was wondering what is gonna happen to the bone and I’m wondering, if I could sleep with my husband or pet my cat hold my cat and hold my children. I don’t know how to punctuate because I ran away out of very young age and went to work because I was a foster kid but I think you can read what I’m typing so I’m using my speaker to help me another question is, does it burn? Does the radiation stay in the inside of your body or does it go in your body and then then come out? I have to take my top off and be naked topless for the test and are you sleepy? Are you warming out and I hope you’re alive.
My heart goes out to you dear friend❤❤. When I recieved the radiation treatment I couldn't feel it at all! However, after about a week my skin started to get hot and red like it does from a bad sunburn. The radiation sessions where so short, like 5 minutes. I was told there was no problem hugging others. The radiation did make me tired, but no so much that I needed to sleep all the time, I could still function. I hope this helps you🙏🙏. Sending many positive healing vibes your way💫🌱🌷
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO HAVE TATTOOS!!! Just refuse. Your oncologist might freak out, but the radiation techs who do the prep work will not. They will use "permanent" marker to mark your skin, then cover it with a translucent tape. The techs might have to refresh the marks part way through the radiation, but this is no big deal. You must protect the temporary marks from water or getting rubbed off, so you might have to reduce bathing, at least in the radiation area, or do sink bathing, which is what I did. If you have to take full showers, cover the marks to prevent water and soap from allowing them to shift or fall off; tape on Saran Wrap if necessary. You might also have to figure out undergarments and clothing that do not rub the marks. This is what I did twelve years ago and it worked just fine. I have had no recurrence of the cancer and I have no blue tattoos.
Hi Tessa! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and tips! What an awesome option for those who don't want the tattoos. So so happy to hear you are doing well♡!
Talk about making a mountain out of a mole hill..haven't you had any friends get the tattoos..I got them for my up coming radiation and had seen other people's and they are the size of a pin point...they look like tiny little moles if you can even notice them..there is enough to worry about without worrying people about something you can hardly feel when they do it and something you can barely see if you squint...you have a mole on your neck that is about five times the size of the tattoos.
That must have been so helpful to see how small the tattoos are before you went in to get them, I'm happy you had that luxury to ease your mind. I was not given that opportunity, or even the knowledge that I would be getting tattoo(s) so I could research how small they are. That's the precise reason why I made this video, to inform others so they wouldn't be as startled as myself; as well as providing a visual for those who also didn't have the opportunity to see them in person before hand.
I did not see the size of them or know I was going to get them before..they told me after my cat scan.
I meant I had seen other peoples after and they were small like mine.
@@annrae1597 ooooh I see!
I apologize, I should realize that people have different reactions to things and mine isn't the only one.
I had my tattoos lasered off
Interesting! I never even thought of that! Thank you for sharing🙏
no more tattoos for most. They use a sharpie and stickers that don't come off.
Oh that is so wonderful! One less thing to consider👍. Thank you for letting me know🙏💕
I received two tattoos (one on each hip) last month at Mayo (Phoenix) for prostate cancer recurrence following radical prostatectomy. It seems to be common there. Like Chelsey, it was a surprise.