Working During Breast Cancer Treatment: Success Stories Needed

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BM

Community Member

a year ago

First post here! I have Stage IA Invasive ductal carcinoma. Had a lumpectomy with sentinel node removal (2) and breast implant removal and port placement. HER2 +++. Margins were clear and no lymph node involvement. I start chemo 12 weeks of Taxol and Herceptin next Thursday then radiation for 6.5 weeks. I’m a dental hygienist and so afraid I’ll be too sick to work. My oncologist thinks I’ll be fine, but when I read all these posts I’m so scared!! Is there anyone here that’s gone through this and just kept working and did great?? I need some success stories!!!

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Many people in this community have successfully continued working during treatment, and it sounds like your medical team has confidence in your ability to handle both work and treatment. Every person responds differently to treatment, so while some may share challenging experiences, others maintain their daily routines quite well. Consider connecting with others here who have similar treatment experiences or work situations - their insights could provide the encouragement and practical tips you're looking for during this journey.

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LT

Community Member

6 months ago

I am getting ready to start the same treatment the same day as you are for the same stage and type of BC. I have the same questions so hope there are some on this forum with experience with weekly Taxol plus Herceptin. Good luck with your treatments!

JB

Community Member

6 months ago

I'm just starting my journey I'm a dental Assistant but I know three ladies two hygienist and one DA that worked the whole time I hope that the case with you and me sending prayers and hugs to you

MF

Community Member

6 months ago

I did fine until the last week of treatment. Was in so much pain and bad burns I had to take off . 😲

MM

Community Member

6 months ago

Working is doable but if is not absolutely necessary please don’t do it. For me, I was out of it the first 4-5 days. Once I saw that, I decided to take a medical leave.

JH

Community Member

6 months ago

I worked part time every other weekend. I did ok. But in between I made myself move and exercised

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Many people in this community have successfully continued working during treatment, and it sounds like your medical team has confidence in your ability to handle both work and treatment. Every person responds differently to treatment, so while some may share challenging experiences, others maintain their daily routines quite well. Consider connecting with others here who have similar treatment experiences or work situations - their insights could provide the encouragement and practical tips you're looking for during this journey.

Working During Breast Cancer Treatment: Success Stories Needed

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