liya
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Post by liya on Sept 28, 2019 18:18:08 GMT
I think I felt a very tiny lump (smaller than a pea) in my left breast this morning in the shower. I am not freaking out but kind of keeping it to myself (and all of you.) Don’t want to say anything to DH because he will panic and over react. I just had a mammogram in August and all was good.
Hmm. Next step? Check again to see if it is still there? Call my gyn on Monday? Call insurance to see if they will pay for another mammogram?
I’m on my way to do some errands so it will be a while before I can check back.
PS. I’m post menopausal if that makes a difference.
Thanks y’all
Update 1:I went to the doctor on Monday. I saw the Nurse Practitioner. She didn’t really feel anything but since my DH and I did she ordered a mammogram and ultrasound. I had those today. The radiologist was not convinced the findings were “nothing” (my words not the doctors) and I am scheduled for a biopsy on Monday.
The interesting part part is that she found a second “suspicious” spot on ultrasound that couldn’t be felt and is actually doing two different types of biopsies on Monday.
Update 2: I had my biopsies this morning. It wasn’t that bad. I should have results in about 2 days. I am feeling optimistic which is really weird because I am a natural pessimist. But I’ll take my current attitude over what I could be feeling. Thank you for all your good thoughts and prayers.
Update 3: I got the results of the biopsies. The spot I felt was benign. The area the doctor found on ultrasound is cancer. She said it is early, inside the cell and didn’t break the membrane. Not what I was expecting. She was going to call my gyn and now I am waiting to find out what my next step will be.
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Post by ajsweetpea on Sept 28, 2019 18:22:31 GMT
I think the best would be to call your doctor on Monday. They can probably determine if you need to go for another mammogram. I found a lump once and my doctor was able to determine it was a skin cyst. Wishing you all the best!
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Post by pierkiss on Sept 28, 2019 18:24:28 GMT
How close are you to starting your period? I think I read somewhere not to check if it’s almost time to start because the tissue can change.
Def call your insurance and see what the coverage is for another mammogram. Make an appt to see your dr and get his/her opinion.
Hopefully it’s nothing! Thinking happy thoughts for you.
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~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on Sept 28, 2019 18:25:07 GMT
It will not hurt to call your dr. Peace of mind is wonderful.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Sept 28, 2019 18:27:28 GMT
I will not hurt to call your dr. Peace of mind is wonderful. ITA. Good thoughts for you. |
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Post by tentoes on Sept 28, 2019 18:33:48 GMT
Most likely, they will do an ultrasound if they feel a lump on examination. Sending good thoughts and prayers to you. It is possible, even with a clear mammogram so recently. Good for you for checking. That is so important to find things quickly.
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liya
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Post by liya on Sept 28, 2019 19:39:21 GMT
How close are you to starting your period? I think I read somewhere not to check if it’s almost time to start because the tissue can change. Def call your insurance and see what the coverage is for another mammogram. Make an appt to see your dr and get his/her opinion. Hopefully it’s nothing! Thinking happy thoughts for you. No more periods for me. I’m post menopausal. |
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Post by Sanibel on Sept 28, 2019 19:46:16 GMT
Agree with seeing your doctor. And sending hugs!
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Post by Skellinton on Sept 28, 2019 20:17:25 GMT
I would absolutely see the doctor, hopefully they will tell you it is nothing, but better to know one way or another. Sending positive thoughts your way!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 28, 2019 20:28:14 GMT
Good that you are on top of self exams and it's likely nothing, but do call your gyno for an appointment on Monday. If you need another mammo, I would think your insurance would cover it being that this would be considered diagnostic vs routine/preventative.
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Post by angieh1996 on Sept 28, 2019 20:50:13 GMT
Call your Dr. most likely if they feel it’s needed they will send you for a diagnostic mammogram with ultrasound. If you just recently had a mammogram, they may just order an ultrasound. Insurance will cover it if it’s billed diagnostic, usually subject to a deductible depending on your plan and coverage. It won’t be billed as a screening mammogram. That’s how our radiology clinic does it.
I’m sending positive thoughts your way.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 28, 2019 21:37:56 GMT
I also think you need to call your doctor. Hopefully it will be nothing to worry about, but better safe than sorry.
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Post by mom on Sept 28, 2019 21:54:03 GMT
No advice - you've gotten some good advice already. Just saying a prayer for you!
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RosieKat
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Post by RosieKat on Sept 28, 2019 22:17:09 GMT
I would think it's most likely a cyst, but agree that a call to the doctor on Monday is the way to go. Even in the worst case scenario, you'll be on top of things early on. Try not to panic, just make sure you call on Monday - or if the service is available, call or book online now so that you don't forget but can relax for the next couple of days at least.
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eastcoastpea
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Post by eastcoastpea on Sept 29, 2019 2:57:59 GMT
Sending supportive vibes your way. Please let us know what the doctor's office says on Monday. Hugs.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Sept 29, 2019 3:04:12 GMT
Good luck and I too hope it’s nothing! Try not to worry until you have a reason to.
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Post by ILoveToScrapPea on Sept 29, 2019 3:56:43 GMT
I pray everything is ok. Sending gentle hugs your way.
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Post by lucyg on Sept 29, 2019 4:14:16 GMT
I would wait a few days/couple weeks to see if it goes away or changes before I went to the doctor. No need to overreact ... most breast lumps amount to nothing. signed, 20+ year survivor of aggressive breast cancer  |
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Post by peabay on Sept 29, 2019 12:25:12 GMT
80 percent of the time these are nothing. The odds are in your favor. I still would call my doctor on Monday, but mostly because I want to know things NOW and not wait and worry.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Oct 2, 2019 1:44:30 GMT
@lilya, did you speak to the doctor's office yet?
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Peamac
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Post by Peamac on Oct 2, 2019 2:04:05 GMT
(((Hugs))) I know it's concerning to find a lump! I had one about 10 years ago- it was a sebaceous cyst and eventually went away on its own. I had my first mammogram, then an ultrasound so they could get a good look at it.
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Post by Sanibel on Oct 2, 2019 4:27:24 GMT
Hoping she posts soon!
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liya
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Post by liya on Oct 2, 2019 18:35:10 GMT
Update in original post.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2019 18:40:58 GMT
I am happy to hear you followed up |
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Post by gar on Oct 2, 2019 18:41:10 GMT
I'm glad you're getting it all checked out fully. Looking forward to another update saying it was nothing at all  |
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Post by anniefb on Oct 2, 2019 19:05:11 GMT
Glad you were able to get it checked out so quickly.
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Post by tentoes on Oct 2, 2019 19:30:43 GMT
Glad to hear you followed up, and pray you get a good report.
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Post by lucyg on Oct 2, 2019 19:33:02 GMT
Thanks for the update. Good luck and keep us posted!
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Post by peabrain on Oct 2, 2019 19:35:40 GMT
I wish the best for you!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Oct 2, 2019 20:22:09 GMT
So glad you stood up for yourself! Hopefully the biopsy will show all is ok. Otherwise you have a very big headstart for the next steps IF needed!!
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