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Karensky
Member
11 years ago

Re-excision

Hi all

Well, I know in the scheme of things it does not make sense but I am more upset about my re-excision tomorrow than I was about my first lot of surgery.  I don't know why - maybe because I keep questioning myself about whether I should have just gone ahead and started radiation therapy and not worried about getting clear margins.  The IDC all went the first time, so it was DCIS that was left, and on one margin only.  Will it be worth the extra time and pain?  I have not felt this negative since it all began.  Well, whatever, it will all be done tomorrow and then on to the rest of it - radiation assessment the next day then appointment with the medical oncologist day after.  I keep telling myself I am so lucky - things gcould have been so much worse....

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    Deanne
    Member
    11 years ago
    There are so many unknowns involved with breast cancer so it can be very upsetting not knowing if you have made the right decisions. We have to rely on our doctors to give us the best advice and then be satisfied that you have done what was recommended by those who know more than we do. I am sure you will feel better after the surgery knowing that all the cancer has been removed. Then you can have radiation to make sure that any chance of a stray cell or two are taken care of. Waiting for surgery and treatment is the hardest part and our minds can try to overthink everything. Your decision has been made so distract yourself by keeping busy, going for a walk or doing something you enjoy. Take care. Deanne xxx