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SallyS
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8 years ago

Hi, newbie here

Hi everyone. Quietly shitting myself here... 41 and had my first mammogram a few weeks back (finally got one done after sister diagnosed18mths ago) Got called back for further tests and yesterday was my appt. went in and had another mammogram and then an ultrasound which found a 2cm lump
in my left breast. Had a core biopsy done too. I remember having a lump there when I was very young but after getting checked out, was nothing. Went in and spoke to Doctor who explained to me that the way it looks was very concerning that it could be cancer. She went on telling me about having it removed and the process which to me indicates it is in fact more than likely cancer. I think what scares me the most is whether it has spread. The ultrasound lady said my lymp nodes looked ok and so did the doctor when she examined them. Do you think I have anything to worry about if they said that? Probably getting ahead of myself. Of course I’m scared but I also have a it is what it is, can’t do much about it. Thanks for reading
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  • Afraser's avatar
    Afraser
    Member
    8 years ago
    It's a frightening time. @soldiercrab is right, medical staff don't usually volunteer opinions unless they are pretty sure, so IF your results are that there is a cancer, chances are it's contained which is good. Of course, you don't want any of this at all, but it's also very natural to jump to the worst possible outcomes. There are many of us who have been through this and are living cancer free, even with lymph node involvement. Jumping ahead goes with the territory, but you can waste a lot of energy on thinking about things that never happen. The waiting for results is horrible but once you have them, you can put your energies into what has to be done, which surprisingly helps a lot. Take care.
  • SallyS's avatar
    SallyS
    Member
    8 years ago
    Thanks so much. So many questions I have that I didn’t think to ask yesterday which Is bugging me but I guess ill just wait and see how my appt goes on Wed and go from there. Thanks for the links too
  • SoldierCrab's avatar
    SoldierCrab
    Member
    8 years ago
    hi @SallyS
    It is a horrible time waiting to hear what our biopsy results will be. Try to relax until you know for certain about your results. 
    I have found that they don't say it looks ok  if they don't think it is.. so take that as a good thing that they are thinking it looks good. 
    It is ok to be scared and angry etc we are here and happy to answer any questions you have 


    You can order the My Journey Kit if you wish.... 
    I will put the links here.... 

    Below are a couple of links to help you find your way around the forum and also how to find a breast care nurse and how to order a MY journey Kit if you haven't got one yet. 

    It can be a a whirlwind when we first get a diagnosed.... Breathe and take it one step at a time. 

    The what and how thread.

    http://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/14879/the-what-and-how-thread/p1 

    Breast Care Nurses

    https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/OurMission/OurNurses/FindANurse.aspx 

    My Journey Kits and other resources. 

    https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/

    BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258

    If you have any questions, concerns or require any further information or support please call 1800 500 258.  The Helpline is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 am till 5 pm EST and Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am till 9 pm EST.

     

    Soldiercrab