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Learning About Breast CancerAsk your doc lots if questions, depend on your friends and family for love and support, and access your local breast cancer survivorship center. Know that many women have dealt with this and survived. Know that you too can survive this!!!
Comment 2I will have my surgery one week after you. So fear, anxiety, I believe is a normal reaction.
I am just concentrating on living one hour to one hour or one day at a time. I am also a Christian so I pray and turn this over to God. This actually helps me and I don't know how else to handle it....
I will have my surgery one week after you. So fear, anxiety, I believe is a normal reaction.
I am just concentrating on living one hour to one hour or one day at a time. I am also a Christian so I pray and turn this over to God. This actually helps me and I don't know how else to handle it.
I hour of anxiety will not add one moment of life but one moment of Trust in Jesus will add 1 hour of peace to yours, Trust him and let your Faith grow to days of fulfillment and peace in your life. We all need a way to deal with this - I am just sharing - this is mine
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Learning About Breast CancerTry not to go there. You have so much life ahead of you. Live each day to its fullest. Don't let cancer take away anymore of your life.
Comment 6Dear Kate,
Your faith hold on to it and don't claim it, if you beleive god got you through this and you know god spared you give the lord thanks. I told my husband I'm at peace because he spared me and people will bring you down so fast. I had horrible things said to me but I know they have...
Dear Kate,
Your faith hold on to it and don't claim it, if you beleive god got you through this and you know god spared you give the lord thanks. I told my husband I'm at peace because he spared me and people will bring you down so fast. I had horrible things said to me but I know they have little faith, I told my husband if my cancer ever come back and I knew I was going to die with it that I had come to the understanding that was the way god was going to take me home.So live your day to the fullest and be happy because we are here for now and it is gods will not ours
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Survivor since 2010Hi Betsy, unfortunately I can't answer that. I often wonder the same. Will it ever end? I am still in the middle of my treatments. I finished my last chemo just a few weeks ago and will have a double mastectomy in less than two weeks. Then finally radiation. And you're right...pink is everywhere...
Hi Betsy, unfortunately I can't answer that. I often wonder the same. Will it ever end? I am still in the middle of my treatments. I finished my last chemo just a few weeks ago and will have a double mastectomy in less than two weeks. Then finally radiation. And you're right...pink is everywhere this month. Of course you and I...and all the other women
Thank you to each and every one of you for answering. You have really helped me become more optimistic about this and I know this all consuming breast cancer feeling shall pass. In most moments of the day, I am the happiest I have ever been in my life due to my cancer journey. Time shall heal and...
Thank you to each and every one of you for answering. You have really helped me become more optimistic about this and I know this all consuming breast cancer feeling shall pass. In most moments of the day, I am the happiest I have ever been in my life due to my cancer journey. Time shall heal and cancer will stay in the background of my life. Today is a good day!
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Survivor since 1994Have you talked to your oncologist about your concerns? Cancer can return after 18 years, so talk to your doctor about the symptoms you are experiencing soon!
Comment 2My Grandmother had breast cancer again 19 years later, but it was in early stage so she did not have to gob through much treatment. She is fine and now 88.
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Learning About Breast CancerHi DD, yes it's very scary waiting. It usually takes at least two days (sometimes longer) to get the biopsy results in. While you're waiting ...know that 80% of biopsies are negative. I pray you're in that 80%. Hugs
Comment 2I was scared too so I know how you feel. Try not to worry until you know for sure what is going on. Remember God loves you and will help you through if you just ask.
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Stage 0 PatientI had stage 0 DCIS. I opted for a double mastectomy. I am 47 and did not want to spend the rest of my life worrying about getting it in my other breast. When the final pathology report came back after my mastectomy they found abnormal cells in the other breast. So for me I made the best decision....
I had stage 0 DCIS. I opted for a double mastectomy. I am 47 and did not want to spend the rest of my life worrying about getting it in my other breast. When the final pathology report came back after my mastectomy they found abnormal cells in the other breast. So for me I made the best decision. Best of luck to you.
I am like Donna had ductal carcinoma in situ 2003 had bilateral subcutaneous mastectomies they did find abnormal cells in other breast. 2008 had a reoccurrence on incisional line on affected breast. Again caught early had further bilateral simple mastectomies with negative lymph nodes. There is...
I am like Donna had ductal carcinoma in situ 2003 had bilateral subcutaneous mastectomies they did find abnormal cells in other breast. 2008 had a reoccurrence on incisional line on affected breast. Again caught early had further bilateral simple mastectomies with negative lymph nodes. There is no perfect treatment or "cure" for breast cancer even with mastectomies it us impossible to get all the breast tissue out unless they go back to the radical mastectomies of the old days. Main thing is to be your own advocate make sure you continue to have mammograms or breast ultrasounds. Early detection saves lifes. We all have in the back of our minds the "what if it comes back" thought. Even those that are 20 and 30 year survivors. Remember you are a survivor, and always try to stay positive. Don't let the negative thoughts interfere in a productive happy life. I always say no matter what there is something to be thankful for every day take care
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Learning About Breast CancerI had DCIS in 2003 chose to have bilateral subcutaneous mastectomies. In 2005 I had suspicious areas on my mammograms so had further mastectomies which showed atypical hyperplasia (abnormal cells although benign) in 2008 when I though I was in the all clear I again had abnormal mammograms. This...
I had DCIS in 2003 chose to have bilateral subcutaneous mastectomies. In 2005 I had suspicious areas on my mammograms so had further mastectomies which showed atypical hyperplasia (abnormal cells although benign) in 2008 when I though I was in the all clear I again had abnormal mammograms. This time the biopsy showed a re-occurence of my DCIS again caught early. Had further mastectomies and have been on tamoxifen for the past 3 years. I've had reconstruction after my first surgery in 2003 I have been fortunate that the reoccurence was at the incision line and did not spread I had negative lymph node biopsies. My surgeon had said that there is some study that states implants actually can block the spread of breast cancer since the implants are put behind the muscle wall, it becomes a barrier.
Most important is no matter what treatment you have had you need to continue to be followed, and even with mastectomies and reconstruction you can still get mammograms, xrays, MRI or ultrasounds to evaluate. I have been followed with mammograms every 3 months for a year then every 6 months for 2 years and now every year. I've been followed by my oncologist and surgeon every 4 months and have just graduated to every 6 months. Anything suspicious is evaluated with a scan or MRI. I have blood test to follow liver functions, blood count and hormone levels while on tamoxifen.
In some ways once you have been diagnosed with Cancer it is a life long commitment to be pro-active and diligent about. Can't let it rule your life, have to stay in control and on top of it. Educate yourself well on the subject. New studies, new treatments, new procedures.
Thanks, God bless u, i'm enlighted.
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Survivor since 2010That is a great question! My mother had breast cancer twice. Once when I was younger, and then she was diagnosed again right before I got married. She survived after radiation treatment. I know reoccurrence is a big thing on her mind, and mine as well. I think one of the things that I love...
That is a great question! My mother had breast cancer twice. Once when I was younger, and then she was diagnosed again right before I got married. She survived after radiation treatment. I know reoccurrence is a big thing on her mind, and mine as well. I think one of the things that I love about my mom is that she lives each day to the fullest, just one day at a time. I know my mom has a great support structure of family and friends to talk to. I think that helps a ton. She has a group of women from her church that get together and pray, and she has a lot of family members that support her. When you have support, it's easier to share the burden of fear with others. I think the best way to get over the fear is to talk about it. If you feel like you don't have that kind of support, I would consider joining a local support group. Most hospitals have small support groups for breast cancer. Support groups are so great because you get to share your fears, and when you start talking to others with the same fear, you realize you are not alone. And that realization is the first step, in my opinion, of conquering your fear. I hope this helps! I'm praying you find that!
I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer last august. In that time a good young friend died in a car crash. A middle aged friend died from a heart attach and another from lung cancer within 6 months of diagnosis. It puts things in perspective. That we never know. Breast cancer survivors know...
I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer last august. In that time a good young friend died in a car crash. A middle aged friend died from a heart attach and another from lung cancer within 6 months of diagnosis. It puts things in perspective. That we never know. Breast cancer survivors know their evil.. And we do our necessary check ups and take our needed drugs. I guess what im trying toxsay is live your life. Worrying about the future only burdens today
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Learning About Breast CancerNot knowing and worrying is worse than knowing. 80% of lumps are not cancer, but please make an appointment with your doctor to get it checked as soon as possible. Good luck and please keep us posted.
2 comments 5Please have it evaluated by your doctor.
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