FurryP
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Post by FurryP on Aug 8, 2021 3:42:32 GMT
Hoping for a big fat NEGATIVE for you.
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Post by PNWMom on Aug 9, 2021 3:12:17 GMT
I had a mammogram and ultrasound the same day, then got a call 4 days later telling me I had cancer (yes, over the phone). Looking at my mammogram report, it says it was completely normal because I had dense breast tissue. Always question the mammogram is my mantra--ask if you have dense breast tissue, and if so I'd advocate for having routing ultrasounds or breast MRIs done instead.
Also, 5+ years after I had bilateral mastectomies I had a lump on my breast. They did an ultrasound and mammogram and it's a calcification caused by trauma--my then-6 month old was a prolific pincher and shed grab the (totally numb) boob and pinch the crap out of it when she was drinking a bottle. All that pinching irritated the capsule where my implant is and made a big disc of calcification. It's visible and gets slowly bigger over time. Looking forward to getting my implants switched out in 2 years so they can address that.
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Post by mom on Aug 9, 2021 3:29:52 GMT
Mine never showed up on a mammogram, even after being diagnosed via biopsy, and it wasn’t a small tumor. But I just wanted to say they never seemed to be in a big rush between steps. I did have an aggressive form of breast cancer. But their calmness about it helped calm me down, too. I know, it’s awful waiting to hear. Try not to panic. It doesn’t help! And now I have a new lump near my mastectomy scar, so maybe I’m starting all over again.  Lucy, how was your appointment? |
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Post by lucyg on Aug 9, 2021 3:45:30 GMT
Mine never showed up on a mammogram, even after being diagnosed via biopsy, and it wasn’t a small tumor. But I just wanted to say they never seemed to be in a big rush between steps. I did have an aggressive form of breast cancer. But their calmness about it helped calm me down, too. I know, it’s awful waiting to hear. Try not to panic. It doesn’t help! And now I have a new lump near my mastectomy scar, so maybe I’m starting all over again. Lucy, how was your appointment? I have an ultrasound scheduled for tomorrow. Thanks for asking. I’ll let you know when I hear something. I’ve never had an U/S before, so I don’t know how long it takes to get answers. I’m sure someone else can fill me in on that? ETA my doctor thought it felt like a cyst.  |
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Post by dewryce on Aug 9, 2021 5:12:55 GMT
Lucy, how was your appointment? I have an ultrasound scheduled for tomorrow. Thanks for asking. I’ll let you know when I hear something. I’ve never had an U/S before, so I don’t know how long it takes to get answers. I’m sure someone else can fill me in on that? ETA my doctor thought it felt like a cyst. I have an ultrasound with every mammogram, I think they call that a diagnostic mammogram (?) and I usually schedule my follow-up doctor’s appointment a few business days after. Due to severe health anxiety I can’t read this thread right now I just saw it and checked last message posted so all of you waiting on results including mom and Lucy I will be thinking of you and hoping for the very best outcome! (((Hugs))) |
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Post by lucyg on Aug 9, 2021 5:38:49 GMT
Thanks, dewryce. You don’t have to read the thread if it’s going to upset you! |
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Post by dewryce on Aug 9, 2021 8:42:21 GMT
Thanks, dewryce . You don’t have to read the thread if it’s going to upset you! I didn’t, not even the OP  I just saw the title and wanted to come offer support to mom…so I checked the last post (yours) to see if I could get an idea if the mentioned update in the title was good or bad. Have definitely learned my limits and what sets me off when I’m not handling things as well! And I should clarify, I schedule the appointment for a few days after the mammogram/ultrasound, not wait until a few days after to call and schedule it. I think I probably mention when the appointment is to the tech and maybe when I check in, it is also possible they have my chart noted for the anxiety  . Anyway, I call the day before my appointment to make sure the results will be there in time, and to confirm thattheynwere received, and I don’t think I have ever had an issue. Don’t want to waste the doctor’s time or mine if the results won’t be available. And I’ve had many, many cysts that my doctor has been able to appreciate, even one that felt fairly worrisome, and they’ve all been clear. I will keep you in my thoughts and hope you get the same good results! It seems to me they probably feel a lot of boobs and have a good idea what they’re dealing with! |
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Post by lucyg on Aug 10, 2021 0:28:25 GMT
The radiologist says it’s nothing. I will discuss further with my doctor when I see her again in a couple of weeks. I’m delighted if it’s nothing, but I want to remind them that the last time I was diagnosed, three different doctors thought it was nothing (four if you count the one who read my mammogram) … right up until the path report came back and it was ugly.
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Post by elaine on Aug 10, 2021 1:06:00 GMT
The radiologist says it’s nothing. I will discuss further with my doctor when I see her again in a couple of weeks. I’m delighted if it’s nothing, but I want to remind them that the last time I was diagnosed, three different doctors thought it was nothing (four if you count the one who read my mammogram) … right up until the path report came back and it was ugly. (((Hugs))) here’s hoping that it continues to be “nothing.” 🤞🏻 |
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Post by melissa on Aug 10, 2021 22:52:20 GMT
Missed this earlier, but the time from my recall to my appointment was days. Very few days. I tried to rationalize that maybe they did magically have an opening.
Appointments are definitely triaged from highest risk to lowest risk,
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Post by sleepingbooty on Aug 10, 2021 23:09:08 GMT
Sending you love, mom and hoping that the delayed appointment is indeed a good indicator that it's nothing too bad. |
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Post by mom on Aug 20, 2021 22:09:39 GMT
BUMP
#2 Update in OP.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 20, 2021 22:33:39 GMT
Deep breaths.
If it's any consolation I just saw my older sister for the first time since COVID started last year and she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She has gone through surgery and radiation and shingles to boot. Her scans last week show no signs of cancer and she looks absolutely FABULOUS.
However this turns out you can and will get through it all.
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Post by AmeliaBloomer on Aug 20, 2021 22:40:54 GMT
Oh, I’m sorry the news wasn’t what you were hoping for.
Here’s hoping the next step brings good news.
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Post by flanz on Aug 20, 2021 22:55:07 GMT
The radiologist says it’s nothing. I will discuss further with my doctor when I see her again in a couple of weeks. I’m delighted if it’s nothing, but I want to remind them that the last time I was diagnosed, three different doctors thought it was nothing (four if you count the one who read my mammogram) … right up until the path report came back and it was ugly. (((Hugs))) here’s hoping that it continues to be “nothing.” 🤞🏻 THIS!!! ((( hugs ))) |
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Post by flanz on Aug 20, 2021 22:56:13 GMT
mom - I'm so sorry you got an unsettling result from your testing. I can imagine how very stressful the next 3 weeks will be, as waiting is so hard. i hope you'll be able to squeeze every bit of fun out of your trip to fuel you for the road you may have ahead, and until your NEXT trip to Hawaii. xox
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Post by laurasw on Aug 20, 2021 22:57:40 GMT
I'm sorry. I know waiting 3 weeks will seem like forever but I hope you can enjoy your vacation and get the best possible news once they do more testing.
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Post by scrapmaven on Aug 20, 2021 23:04:52 GMT
I'm truly sorry that you received concerning news. You're in my thoughts that if it is cancer it has been caught very very early. Meanwhile, enjoy your trip to Hawaii and try and just have fun.
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Post by elaine on Aug 21, 2021 1:48:32 GMT
(((Hugs))) I am sorry that you are just left with more unknowns right now and no answers. Please try to have a good time in Hawaii. And I will hold you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Post by teddyw on Aug 21, 2021 1:51:22 GMT
I’m sorry for your update. I hope you enjoy your trip and are rested up for whatever outcome you face. Thinking good thoughts for you.
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Post by bc2ca on Aug 21, 2021 2:52:42 GMT
Hugs to you.  FWIW, I would make the same decision as you have about the timing of your biopsy. |
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Post by tanya2 on Aug 21, 2021 3:46:47 GMT
I'm sorry the news wasn't what you were hoping for. Try to enjoy your vacation and not dwell on it too much |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2021 4:50:18 GMT
I've been thinking about you and this thread. My update: Went for second biopsy today. Hoping to get some results in the next day or so. Hug. |
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Post by auntiepeas on Aug 21, 2021 8:25:41 GMT
I’m sorry to read your latest update. Sending gentle hugs your way and keeping you in my prayers. |
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Post by gar on Aug 21, 2021 8:43:15 GMT
I do hope you can enjoy your trip and put your news to the back of your mind for now at least.
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Post by piebaker on Aug 21, 2021 9:16:17 GMT
I am sorry to read your update. Please know you are in my thoughts. ((Hugs))
Try to relax and regroup a bit in Hawaii. I would have made a similar decision to go on the trip, especially since you need to be off meds for a week to do the procedure.
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Post by piebaker on Aug 21, 2021 9:20:42 GMT
@zingermack - I saw your update. Keeping positive thoughts for your results. The waiting and the uncertainty must be difficult.
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Post by J u l e e on Aug 21, 2021 11:06:35 GMT
I was not expecting your update either. I am hoping you keep yourself busy enough and have a wonderful trip to Hawaii that you have no time to worry until your next appointment. (()HUGS)))
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 21, 2021 11:18:11 GMT
I am sad to read your update. I am sending my prayers.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Aug 21, 2021 11:32:08 GMT
Damn. Just what I didn't want to see. But... I'm going through chemo at the moment for BC, so please PM me if there is anything, ANYTHING I can help with. We need to stick together through this kind of rubbish. OK, sweet pea?
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. Anyway, I call the day before my appointment to make sure the results will be there in time, and to confirm thattheynwere received, and I don’t think I have ever had an issue. Don’t want to waste the doctor’s time or mine if the results won’t be available. And I’ve had many, many cysts that my doctor has been able to appreciate, even one that felt fairly worrisome, and they’ve all been clear. I will keep you in my thoughts and hope you get the same good results! It seems to me they probably feel a lot of boobs and have a good idea what they’re dealing with!
