Suzieq
Hi all, its the new kid on the block here.
I had first specialist appointment yesterday. Had my "cheer squad' (husband and sister) in tow. After my appointment I had to have another breast scan to check a couple of lumps specialist wanted cleared. As suspected they turned out to be simple cysts. Had blood tests today, mammogram and CT scan to do Monday back to specialist Wednesday, booked for surgery Monday 20th August. My feet have not hit the ground. I can't believe I only found out about this on Friday! Talk about "rock my world!".
My specialist is female and quite clinical but seems quite competent. If I am looking for good bedside manner I have come to the wrong place.
I haven't cried in the past two days. Just the odd trickle down the cheek. Reading my "new online friends" accounts of what they are going through I am learning more and more. First thing - check everything. Second thing - check everything. Third thing - get another opinion. One good thing that has come out of this is that my daughter has finally "stepped up". That makes me feel really good!
The more I read and the more I research (now an expert!!) I have learned that most people these days now survive this alien inside.
Love hugs and cuddles to you all. Will keep you posted.
Suzieq
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Glad to hear from you today. Wow, things are moving fast for you. I found Sharon Laura pretty clinical at first, but we have had a few meetings with her, and i find her letting down the professional guard now and then, even a giggle.
I didn't like it at first, but have found her to be compassionate but honest, saying it like it is, facts and statistics. I find I can trust this approach and now feel comfortable. But I completely understand what you mean. I hope she works out for you.
Also, I actually found the breast care nurse filled in most gaps and information post meetings with Sharon. By that stage I had thought up a few more questions, and really wanted discussion.
Sounds like you have an army around you, the best way to be on this hideous journey.
Take care
Louie
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I feel much more confident after talking with you. We will definitely get together when we have been through our surgery. You will always be in my thoughts now and I feel a great friendship developing. We sound in fairly similar situations, lucky to have devoted husbands. This is my second marriage. We have been married for nearly 15 years now and it just keeps getting better. I have 2 adult hildren, both of whom have been a challenge over the years and I feel lucky that I don't have any responsibilities at home. Just Craig, me and the two beloved cats!
I am looking forward to meeting my breast care nurse. My two best friends are career clinical nurses and they are both very nurturing so I know I will really like this nurse.
Well, my dear friend, my very bes wishes go to you. Let me know how the surgery goes.
Suzieqxx
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Hi Suzieq, it is a rough and very daunting journey you have just jumped into head first you poor girl. I’m sorry you have to travel down this horrible journey, but you are in the right place for finding answers or for you to just come on here to find some comfort and strength from some of the beautiful ladies on this site who have all been through some sort of BC themselves. The great thing here is we all understand what it’s all about and how scary it can be. We understand when you are feeling really alone and are awake all night searching the internet for those answers.We really do understand, just like you will in time to come.
I had a Female Professor for my surgery and her bedside manner was something else too, really shocking in fact but hey I survived so now i don’t care.
Good luck with everything that’s coming up and just make sure you use that good fighting spirit you have locked inside and kick this cancer in the bum for good.
Cheers Joxx
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Hi suzi , you know if anything I think we find the real us in those first few weeks,my actual life has slowed done enough for us to appreciate each other more, my husband of 30 years has become different , closer in different ways. And the biggest miracle is my 18yr old is keeping her room clean YEH. MY boss at work yesterday after a long chat said to me. lets hope you find good in all of this and I said I have. Best wishes for your surgery. adeanxxx
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Adean, thank you. You are right. Positives are definitely there. I am finding out more about me and more about the people who love me.
Suziexx
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