Well I thought that after a year and a half after the bilateral mastectomies and chemo I would not have to worry about anything but to watch out for more cancer returning but I was wrong. I just recently learned that when I had my chemotherapy that the chemo has caused some nerve damage and I am now in constant pain from this. I was also told that the effects of chemotherapy can last a lifetime so I will be fighting this battle for the rest of my life. I know that I have to be strong so I go the physical therapy twice a week to battle the side effects of the chemo. Well I just wanted to share this with u all so you may understand that there may be some side effects from your chemotherapy (depends on what type) that may last longer than you think so I would ask your doctor when they start you on chemotherapy.



Hi - The current state of medical research and knowledge will be constantly changing and always improving. I think there's hope - really good hope - that you won't be in pain forever. With the new survivorship clinics springing up, and the growing awareness that cancr is a lifelong challenge, I think more attention than ever will be paid to these treatment "lasting effects," as they're called. Keep your eyes on the horizon - there's hope for your future, truly. - PJH