Hello Sisters

[capemaggie]

I’m wondering if there are any other 81 year olds in this amazing group. I was diagnosed 15 yrs ago wIth invasive bc, has a mastectomy and diep reconstruction. Thought I was cancer free until I discovered a lump under my arm 7 yrs ago. Lump was removed from the axcilla, followed by radiation. Now I have a lesion, also in the axcilla. I had been on exemestane and later in tamoxifen, but neither helped. Now I’m on my second cycle of Ibrance and faslodex and seem to be tolerating it, except for extreme bouts of fatigue. I won’t know if these meds are working until my onc orders a CT scan in a few months. I have a granddaughter’s college graduation in May and another granddaughter’s wedding in July. I’m praying to be healthy for both. I used to be a very active person, playing lots of tennis and golf. You all are so brave and I admire your great attitudes. 💕

[TNVol]

I will be 73 in June. Hope the Ibrance is an answer for you and you're able to enjoy these family events fully.

[Betbop]

Keep the positive thoughts. I've been on Ibrance and Faslodex for over a year and it has shrunken most of my tumors it has also made one of the bone mets on my spine disappear. Good luck to you. I'm over 70 if that helps at all.

[capemaggie in reply to Betbop]

Thank you for your positive thoughts. I hope you continue to have success with your treatment.

[nstonerocks]

I'm "young" -- 65, haha. Over 3 years on Ibrance. Get something nice for your granddaughter's graduation!

[mariootsi]

Bless you! Praying your treatments work! Buy nice outfits for the graduation and the wedding and have a great time!

[capemaggie]

Thank you for the warm welcome. I always feel bad for new members of this sucky club, but if we all stick together, maybe we can beat this nasty disease. I’m lucky to have a wonderful husband and the love and support of our kids and grandchildren. We have to be strong for ourselves and for them. ❤️ Margie

[laurac1014 in reply to capemaggie]

Sucky Club, lol ps. I'm 60, was hoping to retire in two years, will I have insurance ???

[Formersnowbird]

I beat you by one! I am 82. First diagnosed in 2000. Mastectomy and chemo. Thought I was cancer free for 18 years. Last year was diagnosed with lymph nodes and some lung mets. On Ibrance and Letrozole

[capemaggie]

Haha. I’ll be 82 in March! I’m a snowbird, too, but had to put Florida on hold because I’m only on second cycle of ibrance and faslodex and my onc wants to monitor my blood counts here in MA. My best to you. Octogenarians Rock!

[Rhwright12]

Hi! Awesome to hear you’re 81 and still able to tolerate treatment! And congrats on the upcoming graduation and wedding! I’m sure u will enjoy both...

[BakeryBetty]

I am 49, but I love friends off all ages - younger, older - it doesn't matter.

[Rotagirl]

Capemaggie, What lovely family occasions you have to look forward to.....enjoy. I am 78 and in the UK.I feel deeply for us all and send hugs to all you younger women coping with this horror. Fay