OMG! Here we go!

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FormerMember

1 Jun 2010

Hi everyone, have just joined as I thought it would help to put things down on paper.

Started a few weeks ago, thinking I had a lump in my left breast. My Mum had breast cancer 27 years ago at the age of 35 and had to have a left breast mastectomy (and is still here to tell the tale). On being referred by my GP, discovered nothing on my left but two tumours on my right, which after biopsies, came back as positive - I have breast cancer at the age of 36!

Things have moved very rapidly since then - bloods and tests, and I am having a double mastectomy on Wednesday 9th June 2010. The Consultant and my Care Nurse feel that because I am only 36 and have numerous tumours, then a double mastectomy is best. Have had to be officially measured (for my silicone and soft 'falsies') - I will be having reconstruction at a later date, as to have this done at the same time would complicate things if I need further surgery. I will also find out shortly afterward surgery whether I will need chemo.

I am trying to be positive (usually for those around me rather than myself) as I have a 9 year old Daughter and an 11 year old Son ... and a Husband who is trying to hold himself together for me!

All in all, from the day of my GP to the day of my Surgery, will be exactly 4 weeks to the day!

This week is the longest of my life! xx

FormerMember over 14 years ago

Hellie Wellie

Hold on in there kid. A double whammy I know - I've only lost one - but I'm here to tell the tale 27 months on. I'm not yet "reconstructed" either - there are quite a few of us with non-implanted falsies about, we just wear slightly higher necked swimming costumes and summer dresses. We'll be rooting for you. Keep in touch.
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FormerMember over 14 years ago

Well your Mum is here to tell the tale and medicine has made massive improvements since then, so you are in good hands and obviously from good stock ;)

I don't think it matters what cancer you have, everything is always a blur from diagnosis to surgery and beyond sometimes!

I wish you luck with your surgery, no complications and a full and speedy recovery.

Welcome to the club that no one wants to join, but has the best members.

Debs xx
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FormerMember over 14 years ago

hey hellie , i will be willing you along , keep being positive as it does help and remember we are all here for you , pm me anytime hugs jenni xxxx
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FormerMember over 14 years ago

Hi Hellie. What a double blow, You sound to me to have all the strength and positiveiness,you need to beat this terrible disease. It might be a long road ahead but you have the right outlook, to meet this head on. I wish you all the best for what lies in front of you. If I was a betting man my money would be on you to win. Just you keep that attitude and you will do fine.

Take care and be safe,Big Hugs Love Sarsfield.xx
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FormerMember over 14 years ago

Hi Hellie

Whilst sorry to hear your diagnosis, what hope and inspiration the story of your mother gives! Plus medicine has advanced so far in the years since your mothers dx.

I recently had a right mastectomy and am currently having chemotherapy, this is due to lymph node activity and precautionary so am taking great comfort from the story of your mother.

You seem positive and upbeat and you will find this attitude helps. I have a 15 year old daughter and her sense of humour and strength give me great support and remind me not to take myself too seriously

Wishing you well in your treatment

Maxine
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