I had my first check up mammogram and ultrasound yesterday and the surgeons office called me today to say there are 2 lesions which need core biopsy. Needless to say I am beside myself. I am going to have this done tomorow and then will be the anxious wait for the results. I ve come so far to have to go through it all again will be devaststing!!

So sorry to hear this and you must be worried. I hope the test goes well and you find there is nothing to be concerned about? Here's hoping. Cross fingers - and toes!!! It is what every survivor dreads - you are not alone. I hear of women who never have it back and of some who have it back three times....and of course we must face it and fight the battle - whatever happens. Keep your chin up ! Brissie Lyn xx

Hi Joleeh, I can feel your anxiety, and I know what it feels like. I had the same experience about 3 months ago. I was approaching 9 months since diagnosis, and I had completed chemo, and had booked in for a second mastectomy and the start of reconstruction. I went and had a mammogram and ultrasound, so I could have up to date records for my surgeon. The mammo was clear, (like last time), but the ultrasound showed a lesion. This was like history repeating itself. I was devastated, and the radiologist looked grim faced and said," we'll do a core biopsy because it looks suspicious". He assured me it definitely wouldn't be a cyst, and the irregular edge and dense appearance also had me very worried. I had 2 days of heightened anxiety, and was convinced I had another cancer. I chose to ignore those that reminded me that 9 out 10 lumps are benign, because I had walked this journey before and it all looked ominous. Well, I was lucky, and it was benign. The relief I felt when the call came through was out of this world. This time it was a lesion with fibrocystic changes. Even the radiologist got it wrong this time. Last time, the lesion was accidently found, and no one seemed at all concerned. Even the radiologist said, " I don't think it is anything other than a little cyst, and we could do a fine needle biopsy if you want". ( the lump I was having checked was just fibrous glandular tissue, and this other little lesion didn't seem like anything significant). I really can understand how you are feeling, and I want to remind you about the 9 out of 10 being normal, but I also understand if you don't want to take that on board. One thing this scare did for me, was to convince me whole heartedly, that my decision for a second mastectomy was the right thing for me to do. I have no regrets about having removed this non cancerous breast. I didn't want to give it a chance to let me down like the last one did. How long will you have to wait for the biopsy and the results? I will be thinking of you as you wait, and I'll say a prayer for you as well. Love from Chris xx

Thanks so much Chris and Lyn. I can always count on BCNA ladies to help me. I thought that I had got off the nightmare roller coaster. i'm booked in for the biospy tomorrow, but not sure how long the results will take.I'll keep you posted. xoxo

Sorry to hear that, Joleeh, but best wishes for tomorrow. Fingers and toes crossed for you!

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jo1234
Member
14 years ago
Hi Jo,

Thats fantastic news, what a great result. You know it is really good to hear some good news for a change. Go let your hair down and live it up on your long awaited cruise. Enjoy.

Cheers Jo xx
Chris
Member
14 years ago
Hi Jo, What fantastic news. There is no news sweeter than hearing you don't have cancer. I can really appreciate how elated you must be feeling, having been there myself. Now you can look forward to your holiday with no big cloud hanging over you. I'm so happy for you and your family. Love Chris xx
joleeh5
Member
14 years ago
Hello Everyone...Thanks again for all your support,wellwishes,thoughts and prayers...... I believe that they got me over the line because I got the fantastic news yesterday that there were no malignant cells found from the core biopsies.....the sweet sweet feeling of utter relief.

I had worked myself up so much as I knew that results had been faxed but the doctor was out and the receptionist told me she couldnt tell me if they were bad...When I didnt hear back from her for several hours I feared the worst and was utterly beside myself and sick with the thought of having to go through it all again.

Anyhooo she eventually called (apparently they had been faxed to the wrong place) telling me fantastic news...I feel like ive won the lottery...I can go on my cruise and enjoy it.

I had my appiontment with the surgeon today and she was so lovely and reassuring.

Good luck to everyone on their journey and thankyou again..

lots of love Jo xoxox
jo1234
Member
14 years ago
Sorry Joleeh to hear this news. You were just moving on with your life and looking forward to the cruise coming up soon. I hope everything turns out ok with the results of the biopsy.

You know this cancer thing is probably with us for life, we will always be looking over our shoulder at it, but we need to keep our spirits up and go with the flow., one day at a time. My fingers are crossed for you and i hope things turn out ok. Everyone is hear to offer support and friendship should you need it. good luck

cheers Joxx
jo1234
Member
14 years ago
Sorry Joleeh to hear this news. You were just moving on with your life and looking forward to the cruise coming up soon. I hope everything turns out ok with the results of the biopsy.

You know this cancer thing is probably with us for life, we will always be looking over our shoulder at it, but we need to keep our spirits up and go with the flow., one day at a time. My fingers are crossed for you and i hope things turn out ok. Everyone is hear to offer support and friendship should you need it. good luck

cheers Joxx
jo1234
Member
14 years ago
Sorry Joleeh to hear this news. You were just moving on with your life and looking forward to the cruise coming up soon. I hope everything turns out ok with the results of the biopsy.

You know this cancer thing is probably with us for life, we will always be looking over our shoulder at it, but we need to keep our spirits up and go with the flow., one day at a time. My fingers are crossed for you and i hope things turn out ok. Everyone is hear to offer support and friendship should you need it. good luck

cheers Joxx
TonyaM
Member
14 years ago
We are conditioned now to think the worst aren't we.It happened to me last year in April when I got told after my mammo that I had a calcification area that needed a core biopsy.It had been 7 years since my first breast cancer and lumpectomy so I thought I was "home and hosed".I figured I had 1/3 chance it was cancer,1/3 it was benign and 1/3 inconclusive.Anyway,it turned out to be cancer again in the same breast,same spot,despite radiation.They said it was early bc again so had mastectomy and chemo.It's a kick in the guts to get it again but you do get through it.You just really can't tell which way it's going to go and I know just how you must be feeling.I hope and pray for you that it's nothing but if it's cancer,I just want you to know that you can do it again and be ok.I'm 18mths down the track for the second time and seem to be ok.Will be thinking of you.

Tonya xx
TonyaM
Member
14 years ago
We are conditioned now to think the worst aren't we.It happened to me last year in April when I got told after my mammo that I had a calcification area that needed a core biopsy.It had been 7 years since my first breast cancer and lumpectomy so I thought I was "home and hosed".I figured I had 1/3 chance it was cancer,1/3 it was benign and 1/3 inconclusive.Anyway,it turned out to be cancer again in the same breast,same spot,despite radiation.They said it was early bc again so had mastectomy and chemo.It's a kick in the guts to get it again but you do get through it.You just really can't tell which way it's going to go and I know just how you must be feeling.I hope and pray for you that it's nothing but if it's cancer,I just want you to know that you can do it again and be ok.I'm 18mths down the track for the second time and seem to be ok.Will be thinking of you.

Tonya xx
pennyb
Member
14 years ago
Hi Joleeh,

How scary for you, Hope the wait isn't too long and the results are good.

Thinking of you

Penny xxx
joleeh5
Member
14 years ago
Thanks Joy...It never fails to amaze me how others reach out. I really appreciate everyones thoughts. About to leave and feeling very annxious. love jo xoxo

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