hi all I haven't been on here for a couple of years. I'm 3 years to the day of original diagnosis, lumpectomy then mascetomy expander chemo radio. At my annual 6 month ultrasound/ bloods a what they call suspicious newly found lump has been found only small in mascetomy and node clearance side - first my oncologist said don't worry looks like possibly a cyst then he consulted with original bc surgeon who suggested fine needle. I'm totally freaked out. After all the treatments and trying to return to work neuropathy finally got the better of me. I'm just wondering my oncologist said up to me to biopsy or to wait 3 months have another ultrasound. Over the past 3 years I've had 3 cysts turn up in remaining breast that was suggested to do biopsy but I said no and now they are smaller and not suspicious I'm quietly terrified that this is happening again and I never thought it could reoccur in totally removed side - thoughts / experiences appreciated hugs

Hi @Alsopt. Of course you're terrified. I have multiple cysts in my "well behaved" side. Biopsy has never been suggested to me. Nor have they changed, from what I understand. As to what's happening on your mastectomy side, I'd probably lean towards biopsy, if only to reassure yourself now, if nothing else. Unfortunately, local recurrence can happen, most likely in or near the skinof the original tumour, so probably best to be sure that it's nothing. Would you really be happy waiting 3 months??? Unless it totally disappeared in that time. Can you actually see or feel it?I do remember your site name, you were diagnosed just a couple of months after me. Sorry to hear you've had to stop work due to neuropathy. Take care

Hi ladies still navigating the site thankyou and yes 2 of you I remember clearly lol so maybe my chemo fog has lifted. Fine needle is tomorrow and I've been an absolute basket case. I've meditated walked dogs I'm unsure of how to answer directly to you all soldier crab that would be awesome if your friend has any advice. Hi Brenda I'm so glad your still around and IRB same

I hope things turn out OK for you @alsopt I had a recurrence after ten years so totally understand the feeling of dread mixed with resignation that accompanies that round of tests. Look, it is possible they will request a core biopsy as well, particularly given your history. Given it's been suggested, I probably wouldn't rest until it happened anyway--my brain would be in overdrive. The whole thing sucks, that is for sure. Good luck. marg xx

Hi @Alsopt I remember you as I am nearly 3yrs since diag too and I was also a single mastectomy. At least you get told about cysts. Last time the ultrasound person was measuring something in my good breast and this time I could see the screen. I asked what are you measuring? Oh just a cyst at 12 o'clock. I said was it there before? Oh yes, we're keeping an eye on it. Sheesh!My node cleared armpit often has lumps and bumps but they sort of iron out with activity so I don't really panic about it now as they come and go. Gosh a biopsy would have me having kittens as well. Let us know how you get on. <3

The very best of luck tomorrow @Alsopt. Fingers crossed for you. K xox

Fine needle biopsy suggested 3 years past original treatment mascetomy side

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lrb_03
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8 years ago
Hi @Alsopt, just checking in. Have got your results yet? Thinking of you <3
Giovanna_BCNA
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8 years ago
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Giovanna_BCNA
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8 years ago
Hello @Alsopt

Welcome back to the online community. You will find many generous members sharing and supporting each other here. Sorry to hear that you have had to go through the experience of another core biopsy. Its such a nerve wracking time waiting for results. Do what helps you to manage some of the worry and or anxiety over the next few days and look after yourself.
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Finch
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8 years ago
@Alsopt sending you positive thoughts. Sending you virtual hugs and hope all ok and a false alarm xxxx

@melclarity so sorry to hear about your Dad. Such a difficult time for you. Sending you virtual hugs my dear. Xxxx
Zoffiel
Member
8 years ago
I hope things turn out OK for you @alsopt I had a recurrence after ten years so totally understand the feeling of dread mixed with resignation that accompanies that round of tests. Look, it is possible they will request a core biopsy as well, particularly given your history. Given it's been suggested, I probably wouldn't rest until it happened anyway--my brain would be in overdrive. The whole thing sucks, that is for sure. Good luck. marg xx
Alsopt
Member
8 years ago
Hi PatsyN gee you've had a run of it also. I think my energy has improved a little. I get through to lunch now then lay down until 4pm. Can't do much of a night I believe it can take a long time especially after so many treatments hugs. I've decided to have a rest day today drained from the stress of biopsy and sore - boring xx
Alsopt
Member
8 years ago
I'm so sorry melclarity please take time for you and family xxx
iserbrown
Member
8 years ago
@melclarity
Sorry to read your news above. Take care and take time to grieve.
It's never easy
Sending you a virtual hug x
iserbrown
Member
8 years ago
@Alsopt Hi! Just catching up on some posts - nice to see you back on here again and sorry it is because you're in freak out mode! Can't offer much more except to say I hope it is manageable cysts. Sending positive vibes
Take care and hopefully you'll have some news to share soon
TassieGrandma
Member
8 years ago
@Alsopt, thinking of you and please keep in touch. @melclarity, so very sorry about your Dad, sending hugs your way.