My journey of B C
Hi everyone, I was formally diagnosed BC with multifocal invasive lobular carcinoma from biopsy 2 days before Christmas in 2016. I had lumpectomy and sentinel nodes biopsy 2 days before New Year. I...
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Hi Butterfly40, so sorry you have had to join us but as others have said, you will find the most amazing, strong, supportive women here.
I completely understand how you felt with the speedy timeframes from diagnosis to surgery. My mind was spinning but I wouldn't have it any other way, I just wanted that cancer out of me!!
I had a left mastectomy with immediate implant almost 6 months ago (1.3cm IDC, grade 1, stage 1 - no chemo or radiation).
May team are all female (incl one who is 3 yrs post mastectomy). I told them I had a Breastscreen call back and I let them know my biopsy diagnosis straight away.
I knew I had to tell others but really struggled with just saying the words out loud.
I am a manager of a Gold Coast bank and sent a group email to all the other managers (for sharing with their staff) letting them know what was happening with me. I said I had no symptoms and my cancer was picked up during a routine mammogram - gave them a gentle prod to make sure they were checked. I heard later that about a dozen younger women did just that!
I still find it difficult telling people and yes, even after 6 months my eyes well up. Saying it out loud makes it real and brings it all back.
But I also want to get the message out there so I had a pink ribbon tattooed on my wrist in November. People will notice and I will tell them.
Wishing you all the best with your surgery decision, let us know how you go. Don't forget that we are all here for you! Sending a hug,
Jane xx
I completely understand how you felt with the speedy timeframes from diagnosis to surgery. My mind was spinning but I wouldn't have it any other way, I just wanted that cancer out of me!!
I had a left mastectomy with immediate implant almost 6 months ago (1.3cm IDC, grade 1, stage 1 - no chemo or radiation).
May team are all female (incl one who is 3 yrs post mastectomy). I told them I had a Breastscreen call back and I let them know my biopsy diagnosis straight away.
I knew I had to tell others but really struggled with just saying the words out loud.
I am a manager of a Gold Coast bank and sent a group email to all the other managers (for sharing with their staff) letting them know what was happening with me. I said I had no symptoms and my cancer was picked up during a routine mammogram - gave them a gentle prod to make sure they were checked. I heard later that about a dozen younger women did just that!
I still find it difficult telling people and yes, even after 6 months my eyes well up. Saying it out loud makes it real and brings it all back.
But I also want to get the message out there so I had a pink ribbon tattooed on my wrist in November. People will notice and I will tell them.
Wishing you all the best with your surgery decision, let us know how you go. Don't forget that we are all here for you! Sending a hug,
Jane xx