Setting In
The reality is hitting tonight. I was diagnosed with ILC on 23 November and it's just been surreal. I've been going through the motions. Hasn't felt real until now. Had an appointment with surgeon ...
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Hi @Yellow_Daffodil
So sorry you find yourself here. It really is so overwhelming in the beginning. I had a lumpectomy and node biopsy. Surgeon took a big bit out of me , about the size of an orange but luckily all the margins were clear. Relief! Hopefully you will get that result too. Have a chat to the Surgeon about the ' what if'. Most surgeons understand this is a stressful time and decision making is hard. You can call and talk to them before your surgery. They should take your call. Also have they assigned a breast care nurse? Maybe chat to them or call the nurses here at bcna for a chat. The whole thing is we don't have those crystal balls until they test via pathology. It is the pathology that determines the treatment.
Try not to get too far ahead of yourself and don't google if you can. The information on bcna is helpful. Keep busy and muster your support. Get a couple of meals prepared for post surgery as you probably won't feel like cooking. Recovery is ok from the lumpectomy but it does take a bit of time. You won't be too sore.
Take deep breaths often, maybe a bit of walking or other exercise to help prepare for your surgery. Believe in yourself. You can do this and i bet you are stronger than you think. Big hugs to you. 💐
So sorry you find yourself here. It really is so overwhelming in the beginning. I had a lumpectomy and node biopsy. Surgeon took a big bit out of me , about the size of an orange but luckily all the margins were clear. Relief! Hopefully you will get that result too. Have a chat to the Surgeon about the ' what if'. Most surgeons understand this is a stressful time and decision making is hard. You can call and talk to them before your surgery. They should take your call. Also have they assigned a breast care nurse? Maybe chat to them or call the nurses here at bcna for a chat. The whole thing is we don't have those crystal balls until they test via pathology. It is the pathology that determines the treatment.
Try not to get too far ahead of yourself and don't google if you can. The information on bcna is helpful. Keep busy and muster your support. Get a couple of meals prepared for post surgery as you probably won't feel like cooking. Recovery is ok from the lumpectomy but it does take a bit of time. You won't be too sore.
Take deep breaths often, maybe a bit of walking or other exercise to help prepare for your surgery. Believe in yourself. You can do this and i bet you are stronger than you think. Big hugs to you. 💐