Should I worry?

still39 · Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2007 7:02 pm Post subject: Should I worry?

I'm new to the forum and hope someone can help me sort out this dilemna I seem to be in.

I spent 3 hours the other day having my mammogram and ultrasound. The Radiologist spent a good hour with me as well. She said I have mass on top of mass in both breasts. My doctor called me today to confirm I need to see a breast surgeon a.s.a.p. and I have an appointment Dec. 11.
My doctor did say with all the areas that need to be biopsied, I may not have much breast tissue left over. Mastectomies? I don't know.

10 years ago I had biopsies in both breasts with just atypical hyperplasia as the result. But now I'm not sure what to think. Should I be nervous of the outcome being something more than atypia? Am I blowing this out of proportion?
How do I keep reminding myself to breathe?

still39 · Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2007 7:44 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

Okay, one more question.... does size matter in this case. Many of the masses, tumors, I don't know what to call them, beasts maybe, are around 3-4 centimeters. My 2005 mammogram didn't show any of this.

Thanks!

Muttsmom · Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2007 7:45 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

Hi,

I'm glad that the mammograms picked up the masses, mine missed mine. As far as worrying, you're human and you're going to worry. I'm very glad that your doctor is doing the biopsies and not playing the wait and see game......... there is no benefit to that, regardless of the results. I'm praying it's B9, but if it is cancer, we're here and we're all been through it and you've got us to lean on. It's not a death sentence by a long shot. I was dx at 43 with a large tumor and 9 lymph nodes that also were cancerous and it will be 6 years in Feb. and I'm doing great!!!!

Let us know what you find out.
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brainman · Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2007 10:53 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

still39, I totally agree with Nancy. Whether you should or should not be worried is rather academic at this point since you are worried already. I too hope that the biopsies show these beasts a benign. Keep us informed.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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leo · Site Admin Joined: 23 Sep 2004 Posts: 1574

Sounds like you are doing the right thing. You are being evaluated and people are taking you seriously. Hoping for the best here.

best
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still39 · Posted: Sun Dec 02, 2007 10:57 am Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

Thank you all! Now that the ice storm has passed and my car is thawed out, I can go to the bookstore. I know how important it is to have a positve attitude and I need to jump start the process. I deemed it Laura's Cry It Out Day yesterday and am now ready to move on. I didn't tell you before but I'm also in the beginning process of a divorce as well so I have a double whammy going on here.

In · Posted: Sun Dec 02, 2007 3:41 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

Laura,

Let it go- crying is the emptying of angels.

Crying helps alot. Let it go- then chin up and move on. I used to "allow" myself a good cry- and none of this dainty movie cries. I used to do the huge into the pillow- or the unfortunate ones shoulder. The massive, can't breathe, sobing. The so loud, doesn't even look like crying. The moans and groans of it all. The red eyes and red nose. Even rudoldph would be proud....

Then a big shudering breath in.....and move on.

Just let it all go. BUT remember the chin up... I'll give you ummm, 10 minutes to begin with (your a newbie) then big breath. ok. Wink

Inica
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still39 · Posted: Mon Dec 03, 2007 1:26 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

Teeny update. My in the near future breast surgeon called to say next week is too long to wait. She wants me in her office tomorrow morning, instead. I haven't a clue what all this means without results of a biopsy. So here's what I'm thinking.....she wants a bigger/better Christmas present for someone and I can help pay for it, or she knew someday I wanted a size B cup instead of my nearly A cup and that will be my Christmas present.

brainman · Posted: Mon Dec 03, 2007 9:10 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

I do not think your doctor wants to do the biopsy tomorrow for the reasons you list. I think she is just being aggressive in your treatment because she is aware of the danger of it metastasizing if it is cancer. It is great that she is so proactive in your medical care. I know this action gives you so little time to get your head around it but in the long run, you will be better off.

You are in my thoughts and prayers tonight and tomorrow.
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still39 · Posted: Tue Dec 04, 2007 12:42 am Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

Thank you again, this puts it all in a much better perspective for me. I have a better understanding now. I have scoured this board searching for hours and days to find answers and I'm so glad for all of you and the info I've found. I must say I never heard of MRI's being used in relation to breast cancer detection but its interesting nonetheless. It's one of the tests my surgeon wants tomorrow as we discuss "options" whatever that means.

What an unexpected journey we get thrown on, eh?

In · Posted: Tue Dec 04, 2007 5:50 am Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

still39.

I'd say -this is your christmas present- new boobs......Yaya! Want some of mine?? Could give you a B and still have a D left for me. Razz

Seriously - good luck and don't get pushed into anything, ask questions, feel good about what you decide.

Inica
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still39 · Posted: Mon Dec 10, 2007 11:39 pm Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

I had the breast MRI, I know the surgeons I want to work on me, as soon as their people get together and can name the time, I'm there. I have info up the wazzooo about mastectomy, reconstruction, lymphedema, etc. I also picked up a few Norman Cousins books to teach me how to think on a more positive note and have a chuckle through his writing.

I am still worried but in a different sort of way, if you know what I mean. But all in all I have to say the support here is the best!

In · Posted: Tue Dec 11, 2007 7:32 am Post subject: Re: Should I worry?

still39,

I know what you mean- And I am very happy you have some great support here, thats what we are here for.

Let us know how things go, and keep your chin up.
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