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Hikerbabe
Member
11 years ago

Me so far...

Hi all, at 44 I thought that I should go and have my first mammogram done and booked in for mid April 2014. I had no symptoms and regularly checked for lumps. On 6 May was required to have a followup (which everyone told me was normal so didn't take anyone with me!) more mammograms, ultrasound and 6 fine needle biopsies later I was told that they could see 3 lesions and was referred to a surgeon as a mastectomy was recommended asap.

On the 3 June 2014 I had a sentinal node biopsy in the morning and a left breast skin sparing and nipple saving mastecomy. I had a lovely week in hospital (surgery and drains aside), enjoying all my meals cooked and delivered, my bed made for me and bathroom cleaned every day! I actually left hospital very refreshed!!

Back to the real world, I now have to have further surgery (axillary clearance) and start chemo shortly after.

The rest of my story is still to come...

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  • Carol's avatar
    Carol
    Member
    11 years ago
    With all the people i know who had bc in their 40s i am wondering if we shouldn't all start having our checkups well before 50. I know the issue is "dense breast" while still menstruating however the more aggressive cancers are those diagnosed while technically "young" ie menstruating women. So glad you like me started having mammos in our 40s. Your pink sister, Carol
  • mgndam1603's avatar
    mgndam1603
    Member
    11 years ago

    what a positive attitude you have, try and keep that one going as it will help you through when you need it.

    I love the looking at hospital as a rest and relax, you are right, meals delivered, bed made, bathroom cleaned and even some assistance with showering at the beginning.

    Take care

    Donna

  • Lorraine's avatar
    Lorraine
    Member
    11 years ago

    So pleased to hear everything is going well as you begin your journey.  I wish you well with the upcomming surgery and chemo. 

    Lorraine