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Gerryb
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9 years ago

So that just happened. OMG!!!

Everything has happened so quickly. Found a lump friday before last, Mammogram/ Ultrasound / Core biopsy and Fna lymph node all done within 4 days and now the breast surgeon has me scheduled for 20/9. I'm still reeling from all the information and still do not think it's happening to me. One thing a girlfriend has advised is to get a post op bra. I can't seem to find any that would possibly fit 22F. Does anyone have a suggestion?

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  • Melhay's avatar
    Melhay
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    9 years ago
    Hi Gerryb - those first few weeks of tests, biopsies, scans, diagnosis & surgery are such a whirlwind of activity & information overload aren't they? Hard as it is in the moment, try to take it one day & one step at a time. 
    All the best with your upcoming surgery & treatment.
    Mel xx
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    Brenda5
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    9 years ago
    It is a bit shocking having people poking and operating on your private breasts but its for the good of your health it gets sorted quickly before it gets any ideas about spreading to the rest of your body. Well wishes for your treatment.
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    Mira
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    9 years ago
    Hi Gerry,

    Things do tend to happen fast in the first few days/weeks until they work out exactly what we are dealing with.  Once you get a treatment plan it all settles down.  Like InkPetal I have a word doc on my computer that I keep track of everything, mine is just a timeline with the date, who I saw, why, and what the result was. 

    I have my fingers crossed that your treatment goes as smoothly as mine. 
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    InkPetal
    Member
    9 years ago
    :cookie: Welcome!
    Wow that's a fresh diagnosis.

    I slapped together a schedule document early in my journey so I could get on top of everything and it's served me well. Just a word document to have hovering on my computer so every plan is solid and visualised. Link 

    There's a new app out too called CancerAid, I have no experience with it at all but it might be worth checking out.
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    melclarity
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    9 years ago
    Hi Gerry,

    Gosh, yes thats how quickly it all happens unfortunately, Im in Melbourne and I didnt have to worry about any of that as my Nurse came with a kit and Berlei post op bra, and it was fabulous! Ring the hospital and ask about it. :) All the best for great results. Melinda