Today Shermance visited her oncologist for the first time in well over a month to align on the need for radiation. He gave her the OK to proceed without radiation...WAHOO! We've heard that radiation can cause more problems than it solves, so we are very glad to get that news. For many it is absolutely necessary, but in Shermance's case the added benefits from radiation are small.
Shermance will need to wait 6 weeks to begin reconstruction - a process that may take a few months. Dr. Mosier realizes that many doctors are willing to insert expanders at the time of the mastectomy, but he wants the best results so he waits until the body heals before proceeding to that next step. We've heard horror stories of complications by moving too quickly, so we'll take the slower route. It also means she won't need drains again - which sealed the deal for Shermance when she heard that.
Thank you very much to the neighbor ladies for coordinating dinners this week. It is so amazingly helpful while I am travelling for work and Shermance is regaining mobility. She tells me the food has been delicious! YOU ROCK! Also, to the wonderful women who tried to set-up a care calendar for us previously (three times)- we are so thankful for your offers to help. We really don't like to ask for help, and we appreciate you so much! YOU ROCK, TOO!
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