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Recently Diagnosed
On November 19, I went to my doctor with a sore breast. I knew I had a lump in the breast, which was previously diagnosed as just a cyst. One week later, I attended a breast clinic to have a mammogram and ultrasound. After the ultrasound, I also had 4 biopsies taken. I then met with the Breast Clinician and was told it…
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Mastectomy this week-what to expect
So booked for mastectomy this Wednesday and feeling very overwhelmed with what to expect. What do I take to hospital, what do I do about bras etc then there is the day by day count down of losing a breast and the emotional whirlpool of how I will feel afterwards. I have chosen to have reconstruction at a later date. I have…
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Confused about Reconstruction options
Hi I was diagnosed yesterday with high grade DCI. Until I have surgery they won’t know if it’s invasive or not (think that’s the right terminology?). It’s currently 2cm big but again they don’t know the full extent til they get in there. I have a family history that makes me high risk. I am seeing a surgeon for a consult…
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Good News
Had biopsy Wednesday after 2nd annual checkup showed irregularities. Got back my biopsy results - SCAR TISSUE - Yeah. I hadn't told anyone so was great to be able to share my concern on this site. And you ladies were right, this one was not nearly as painful as the first.
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Now the waiting
So I've had my portacath inserted (totally lost it it the room), had my echo, CT Chest/Abdo/Pelvis and Bonescan. Kinda feel like a science experiment. Now to wait until next wednesday to start chemo.....
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New diagnosis
hi everyone, I am new here, while I am saying I am newly diagnosed it occurred back in Sept. I felt so overwhelmed that when I looked at this site I couldn't cope, I had to shut it down. It has taken me many visits to get to this stage. While it was bad news that I had to end up here I keep telling myself I am so…
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So many questions...
This discussion was created from comments split from: This Christmas I will be........
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Check with arms up infront of mirror ladies. Tamworth NSW
My mammograms are all up to date. My last one was in May 2018. It was the 6th October a Saturday evening as I stood in front of the mirror bare from the waist up and reached above my head to tie up my long hair, I noticed a very slight indentation happen under my nipple on my left breast, I thought it was unusual, so I…
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Hi Im new to this network - maggiew
This discussion was created from comments split from: First Oncology appointment - what to expect/ask?.
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Newly diagnosed both breasts
I was diagnosed on the 12th November with cancer in both breasts. Stage 1 in my right and stage 2 in my left. The right one was found during an ultrasound. My Mum passed away from cancer - started off as breast and metastasised to her bones. She has been gone now for 18 years. I work as a nurse. I am terrified! I am having…
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30 days later and I feel confused
Hi, I finally went to the doctor in October as my left breast started swelling over a period of 3 months, my nipple became inverted and I started experiencing constant dull aches and sharp electric shocks throughout my breast and nipple. My doctor sent me for a ultrasound and mammogram. Results not good, 2.5cm lump 8cm…
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Coping with a cancer diagnosis at Christmas, some helpful tips...
Hello everyone, Its not long now until Christmas and the summer holiday season. As we all know, cancer doesn't take a break at Christmas time. We have recently had quite a few new members join the online network as a result of a new breast cancer diagnosis. They will be having investigations and or treatment over Christmas…
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Milk fistula after surgery and breastfeeding
I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 42 years of age, 2 weeks ago. I have had a lumpectomy and lymph node biopsy while still breastfeeding my 17 month old. I now have a milk fistula, which is leaking milk from the incision. I am trying to wean my son over the next few weeks, as I need radiation in january. I am wondering…
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Newbie
Hi, so yesterday was my 21st wedding anniversary it was also the day I was told I have breast cancer. I'm going for my core biopsy on Tues then I guess I wait to find out when & what surgery I need. Not really sure how this BCNA works or if i'm doing this right. Broni
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Frustrating times
I visited my surgeon today for the pathology results from my surgery. Unfortunately the lab has been inundated and my results aren’t through. I had myself all prepared for the news and feel a bit bewildered now. He did did tell me that he suspects I had a second mass under the first detected one and had removed a lot of…