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On to the next steps and yes treatment has changed!!

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 4/20/2022 You have to know that no matter what "stage" or grade with which you were diagnosed, it may very well change.  Today I saw my radiation oncologist who spent an hour with us; talked us through the protocols and told me I would now have six rather than three weeks of radiation.  I had a simulation, which was made up of my lying down on nothing comfortable with my arms over my head and practice holding my breath for 20 seconds. I'll do that about seven times during treatment.  The "rad onc" will check on me one time a week and I got a folder on what to expect some of which is not pleasant but at least it is stage 1 and no chemo. Although there is a spot that they are concerned about so I will have an ultrasound and maybe a biopsy. I will also meet with someone who will teach me everything I need to know about lymphedema!  From a Bing search " A condition that results in swelling of the leg or arm. It oc curs due to blockage in the lymphatic system...