GraciebytheBay Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I am not so patiently awaiting results of a biopsy. I am hoping to hear that others have had clustered microcalcifications and still had benign results. This is a new finding since last year's mammogram. I am nervous because I have had an abundance of estrogen surging for several months (which led to an endometrial ablation in January, but that's another story...), and I know that estrogen causes cancer cells to grow. I am usually pretty good about these things, but I am very nervous! Results should be here tomorrow afternoon. Prayers would be appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I wish you peace while you wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraciebytheBay Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 Okay, now I'm cracking up reading my post. "Abundance of estrogen surging..." Geesh, that sounds...gross! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowing Brook Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I am wishing you the best :grouphug: :grouphug: I know it is easier said than done but try going and doing something fun to take your mind off of this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSOchristie Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Praying for you. I hate medical uncertainty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Praying for all good news...delivered first thing in the morning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Praying for all good news...delivered first thing in the morning! Yes. This. Exactly. :grouphug: And try to remember that the vast majoritiy of biopsies turn out to be nothing at all to worry about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammi K Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: s while you wait. I know how hard it is not to worry. I hope you receive good news, quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I awaited biopsy results this past October myself! It is hard to twiddle your thumbs and wait. Pray you hear good news swiftly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edelweiss Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Prayers for a good result and peace while you wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Prayers and :grouphug:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: I also know how hard it is to wait. Much peace and comfort to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs_JWM Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Both my mother and mother-in-law had biopsies for the same issue and they are both fine. I wish you peace while you wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I went through it too and it was so hard to wait. My sister had breast cancer so I was just a bundle of nerves. Mine turned out to be scar tissue from a reduction surgery I had had 3 years earlier, at least that is their best guess. My medical team monitored me with mammograms and ultasounds every 6 months for 2 years. It was a bit nerve wracking to tell you the truth. I hope you get stellar news and that you don't have to wait much longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in AL Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I had this about 10 yrs ago. The microcalcifications looked so much like cancer (they were in starlike constellations) that the OB GYN told my ex husband he was sorry for the diagnosis. They were classified on the mammogram to be grade 5/6: cancerous until proven otherwise by biopsy. My biopsy was negative. I was followed by an oncology surgeon for 2 yrs and had mammos every 6 mos for that time period and nothing ever turned up. I don't even think they can see the calcifications on mammos anymore. I think the stats are something like <10% are cancerous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: Praying for good results and your peace of mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Praying for you as you endure your looong day. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: Prayed for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brilliant Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Hugs and prayers. I hope you get good news today. (I've been there) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraciebytheBay Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 Well, the news could have been much worse. Here's what I know: "Atypical cells, cell dysplasia. Surgery recommended." Basically, from what I understand, they are pre-cancer cells picked up before they advanced to cancer. I am trying to decide what surgeon to see. I assume they want to do a lumpectomy? I am so thankful for medical technology. It wasn't that long ago that this wouldn't have been found until it had progressed. I read that some people opt not to have surgery and are closely monitored, and on the opposite part of the spectrum, some decide to have a mastectomy so they don't have to worry. I am not sure where I fall yet...have to digest and process. Any thoughts would be appreciated. I want to have as much information as possible when I speak with the surgeon. Thank you for all your encouragement and kind words! This is a such a great forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 :grouphug: I wish they would find another term to use instead of "pre-cancer," because no one really hears the "pre" part. :glare: Thank goodness they found the problem while it's still in its earliest, earliest stages. Praying that you'll find a great surgeon and that you will make a quick and complete recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Many prayers for peace and finding the best surgeon and treatment plan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Oh, dear. I'm sorry you didn't get better news! I hope you find good caregivers for the next step! Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Praying for peace for you throughout this trial and complete healing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readinmom Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Late on responding but :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Mine wasn't 'pre' cancer, but cancer. I'm so glad they used the word PRE for you. :hurray: It is hard choosing a surgeon (and an oncologist.) One piece of advice I got was to ask nurses in the hospital where the doctor works if they would use him or her. Lumpectomies are a snap. I've had two. Very little pain and easy recovery. Here's to good health! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Have them. They are benign. The waiting is horrible. Hugs and prayers for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedmom4 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Praying you find a surgeon quickly, for easy decisions, and a quick recovery! God Bless, Elise in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Praying with you for all the answers you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Praying with you for all the answers you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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