biopsy

[AJ624]

I just a biopsy for a mass less than a cm...then on left side for calification pattern..what can I expect the diagnosis to be?

[AJ624]

thx thats very good advise..actually this has modivated me to declutter..it is very theraputic..I will have my sister prob..take me to hospital..etc..since the uplifting "not a death sentence" prognois..I am feeling better about telling my family..still on the fence about my daughter whos's pregnant but wavering..thanks to everyone who talked me thru this..it was HUGE ..I will always remember ..your KINDNESS and more importantly clarifying all the information..it is mind bogeling ..you have to learn and comprhend so much in such a short time ..all the while your mind and emotions are swimming..this has been I dont know the words.."unbelievable?" ... your world can be changed forever with that "C" word..God Bless you all

[rumpled]

I would still bring friends and kids in on your support team. It is still surgery and the recovery period will be easier with help. And someone has to take you and pick you up from the hospital. You would do it for them, of course they would do it for you.
I have had many many surgeries and the more help you get, the more you can heal.
If you can't do that, at least prepare ahead of time lots of meals and snacks all at waist level, the clothes you need and comfort items. Good luck!

[AJ624]

WHEW  What a week!! GOOD NEWS..the oncologist said 95% CURABLE..he feels since very small/ slow growing estrogen/progestern  positive..hormone treatment called for..he thinks I will only have to have a tumor cut out and maybe do radiation.(but did suggest masectomy so could elimate need to radiation..I like that idea..get rid of it once and for all..then pill for 5 years..I can do that..he didnt even seem concerned about the left califications..just watch..he liked my choice of surgeon who came by default since the recommended surgeon was NOT on my insurance.(boy that was 5 hours of extra unneccessary stress yesterday..navigating the insurance UGH) I have had 2 other people say good things too about this Dr.....appt Tues.so I am optimistic..and am considering telling my family after the appt Tuesday..I do think this better dx helps..but I am guarded..sign of relief in 5 years....thank you thank you THANK YOU for everyones support and info..it helped MORE than you;ll ever know..God Bless You...

[AJ624]

yes it IS time for ME..I do deserve that I know ..but I am also a very protective mother..never want to be the cause of anyones worry,,but I am wavering ..may tell my son for sure and my sister..b/c ya I would be totally hurt and pissed if she didnt tell me.(.which now I am afraid she is even going to be mad ) that I've kept her out of this loop thus far.but she's been out of town.so ....but so be it..she would have good advise/ears but also tends to make me second guess myself.and I need to be as clear headed as I can.Today I was presented with the whole Medicare/BCBS  senerio OMG..another overwhelming info filled maze..all told from different people w different agendas..but after more than 5 hours on the phone today...I think I have figured it out..with a focus on "I think"..not sure..I had to change a surgeon already even before any appt..ugh!! b/c of the insurance issue(not in my network)..but feel I have found one that I am better suited to.I have an appt tomorrow and another with my 1st choice on Tuesday. I am worried if it will  confuse me more w 2 different drs..but I do need to get a second opinion..right? again thank to all of you for your support/advise and kindness..this just *****.and am not ready for this battle..worry I have used up all my strength over the past 6 years..but am also very proud as to how I over came ....but THIS is something I realize there is NO room for error.and .thats whats scarey. and ya no quick fix..for sure..and do you ever stop worrying ..will it recurr?  do fear this is a neverending journey...always looking over your shoulder ..so to speak.. just not fun..!!

[mhv]

You are not alone.  Sometimes this forum seems more of a place for education then for support.  
I was diagnosed almost a year ago.  My tumor was 6cm, grade 3.  

It's your choice, but   I hope you become comfortable sharing/ confiding with someone(s).  It really helps to have another set of ears taking notes at your appointments.  You are in a daze right now, It is likely  you will miss 1/2 of what you are told.
Also, you are going to need treatment, it will be hard to keep it away from famiy and friends.  It's not a quick fix whichever route is taken.  
And just a thought...would they really want you to keep it from them?
I personally would be so hurt if my mom, brother, father, kept the from me.

If you are up to it, please keep us updated on your treatment plan.  

[AJ624]

aw thanks for your concern and advise..I am reconsidering ..Maybe telling my son who is 38..a kind hearted soul..and maybe my sister,,(which I can tell you are a GOOD sister..she's lucky to have you and I love my sister too..she means well.tries real hard to be supportative.but can over do..sometimes ...can be hard to take..) but  she "would" be very angry w/ me is I didnt..I just dont need the worry plus her second guessing my decisions..shes a fixer..tends to hover.so I need to set boundries w/ out hurting feelings..i have an appt w oncologist Tues so will know more..be more confident ..and more comfortable with all this information..its so over whelming confusing..SCAREY ..just wish this werent so..I have just had so much in my life lately and am looking forward to being a grandmother....the timing of this *****..damnit!! ya kno...thank you for you concern..I do really appreciate it..it does make me feel not so alone..