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Kez73's avatar
Kez73
Member
9 years ago

DCIS

um not sure what to say. 4 weeks ago was diagnosed with DCIS. Was first mammogram. Micro calcification. Had a feel up, ultrasound and based on that an immediate biopsy same day. Later that week diagnosed. Because of family history didn't think twice about a double mastectomy.

Here I am with results of tests - cancer free with no treatment required. Was so over the moon and elated. Now wondering is that it, nothing more? Feels weird and a little wrong. Especially when I look at the support groups and ladies are still struggling. Do I feel wrong in this. I know I am so lucky. But it feels a little like a pimple you have popped be grateful and move on. I just turned 43..

not sure if I should call the support numbers feel like I am a fraud and that the carpet will be pulled from under my feet when i see the surgeon just to check the healing  

 

   

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  • Brenda5's avatar
    Brenda5
    Member
    9 years ago

    Was it the surgeon who said no further treatment required? Post my surgery mine presented my results and tests to a panel of surgeons, oncology, and radiology as a team and they decided what if any further treatment was required. Oncology met me and said yes, chemo and hormone therapy. Radiology said the risks outweighed the benefits and said we didn't need it.

  • Cook65's avatar
    Cook65
    Member
    9 years ago

    Hi Kez, what wonderful news for you! You are by no means a fraud though love. Even if some one gets a call back from a mammogram that turns out to be nothing, the fear, worry and isolation you can feel is the same as it is for those of us who are diagnosed. If you need support then definitely ask for the number of a bc counsellor. They will be able to help you sort through your emotions and moving forward from here. Take care. Karen xox

  • primek's avatar
    primek
    Member
    9 years ago

    By golly a  bilateral mastectomy is no walk in the park and all the fears and concerns were still there. Heal well and fabulous news on the all clear. Kath x

  • socoda's avatar
    socoda
    Member
    9 years ago

    Hi Kez,

    You're not a fraud!! You too have been through the fear, anxiety, surgery and going through the healing! Just the fact that you feel as though the carpet will be pulled from under your feet states it all!  When do you go back to your surgeon for your check up? I too have had clear results with a Grade 1 diagnosis. (Unilateral mastectomy)  Possibly no further treatment, maybe just one tablet a day to stop recurrence. I do however still have to have appointments with oncologist and radiologist and am not celebrating completely until I have also heard them confirm everything. I understand totally about it feeling wrong whilst reading and knowing others are struggling with treatments and side effects - huge guilt!!! I wish I had a magic wand that I could wave and help ease the way for the other ladies :-(   - I also know how incredibly lucky I am and I am soooooo very thankful.  I wish you all the best for your check up - please let us know how you are going, as like everyone else you still are going through your journey. Take Care Xx Cath

  • jd48's avatar
    jd48
    Member
    9 years ago

    Kez I am very happy for you for not having to have any further treatment.

    Why on Earth would you feel like a fraud? Just because you get to avoid chemo and radiation it does not make the diagnosis, the shock off dealing with the diagnosis and the surgery any less real or less traumatic.

    Be glad you do not have to have the other teeatment and know it is no less deserving of help of any kind having to deal with what you have had to deal with.

    Hugs

    Jel.