It's official. Went to the hospital today for the results of my biopsies I had done. Dr told me I have breast cancer. They found a nodule on my breast too, but that's benign. Dr told me that as the nodule was benign, they do not need to do a mastectomy, they can do a lumpetcomy (unless I wish to have a mastectomy). Asked the Dr a few questions, then went to chat with a Breast Nurse. She gave me loads of info about the disease and made me an appt to go back next week, when she will be able to tell me whether the cancer is linked to my hormones. If this is the case, I will have to go on a drug for 5 years to stop me producing oestrogen. She hopes to be able to give me the date for my op next week to.
Nurse told me that I may have to have chemo due to my age (41)........
Nurse also told me that whether I opt to have a mastectomy and treatment or a lumpectomy and treatment, the survival rate is the same........... don't think I'll be having a mastectomy then!!!! Bugger that... not if I have to......
Do feel upset and anxious about the fact that I actually DO have cancer, but also feel extremely lucky. I feel lucky that I have a choice as to whether to have a mastectomy or not... I feel in control somewhat as I do have a choice and it could have been so much worse. :)
Looks as though I do need this site after all!!! :)
