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paulina_gtzr
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1 month ago

follow-up mammogram and ultrasound

Hi all, 

I hope you are all keeping warm. 

After my xingle mastectomy last year, I had my first yearly mammogram and ultrasound review last week, and got the results from the oncology team. All clear, which is a relief. I thought I wasn't worried, but on the weekend I was tired, and spent. Maybe in the subconcious level, I was a bit anxious.

I'm 42, so I will have quite a few yearly reviews from now on. 
I was very happy, and shared it with my boyfriend. but not sure who else I should share the good news with (extended family? friends? close work-colleagues?). I mean, its not a milestone, but its nice to know that my body is healthy. 

i'm just curious...Does anyone do anything special after a review appoinment?

Cheers, Paulina

 

follow-up-care
mammogram
ultrasound

3 Replies

  • Anne_BCNACR's avatar
    Anne_BCNACR
    Member
    1 month ago

    Hi Paulina

    Like you I did not realize I was anxious but got quite nervous waiting for the result of the 2 year MRI which was clear thankfully.  I think now there will always be that niggle of anxiety waiting for results after we've gone through being told we have cancer.

    Although relieved I did not get overly excited and shared only with a few close family and friends.  I did however think I deserved a bit of a shopping spree!

    Thanks paulina_gtzr​ for sharing your thoughts on a situation we all find ourselves in.

    Take care everyone

    Anne 

  • arpie's avatar
    arpie
    Member
    1 month ago

    Yep, 'Scanxiety' is VERY real .... and will pretty well happen most years, I'm afraid! That is Great news paulina_gtzr​!!   I reckon that is worth a celebration xx  Dinner out would be nice!  

    Re 'who to tell' .... I only told my nearest & dearest - you'll know who!!  Particularly those who supported you through your first year as they'll know you are up for your 'review' about now!  

    I am 8 years post diagnosis myself .... so every year 'all clear' is definitely a celebratory day!! xx

    Take care & all the best

  • iserbrown's avatar
    iserbrown
    Member
    1 month ago

    Good news!  It is always anxious time leading up to and waiting for results.  I am 11 years along and still find myself uptight leading into the test and results.

    Up to you if you want to share it widely. 

    On here we all understand, offering support where we can!

    Best wishes