It seems I'm a patient now!

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But not a very patient one! 

I've at least got a diagnosis, it's invasive ductal cancer grade 2, but still small, oestrogen receptive but looks as if I might get away with the lymph nodes....and maybe not too much treatment afterwards? 

Complex plan, but to begin with, a sentinel node (plus another one or so) removal as day surgery, (a nuclear medicine visit first to get 'the jab' for them to trace) then a gap while that,  plus the HER result come back, then because of my previous surgeries for cysts and the fact one resulted in a massive haematoma, therefore scar tissue, I will have a complete mastectomy with an implant. That will be immediately after Easter. 

By finding out as much as possible beforehand, the surgeon hopes to prevent too many operations. Obviously I will then need Tamoxifen or similar, so will appreciate helpful advice about that. 

But I'd be interested on anyone's 'take' on her plan. I feel reassured that she took time with me, and the BC nurse afterwards spent a good while too. 

Hugs xxx

  • A morning giggle.....how many of us use landlines for anything other than internet connection? 

    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • Leg was slightly less achey today but I’ve got an occasional strange feeling like something crawling or wriggling inside my calf? VERY odd! Still very tender to touch. 
    ab well, will see what the nurse says when she phones tomorrow.

    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • A scan for the leg has been arranged today at 12.30 so I hope it’s still attached! 
    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • Leg is still here with me and apparently vein that they checked is all clear, so I suspect I’ve somehow strained the muscle as especially where the lady dug the ultra sound head was really tender. 
    so I really am not sure now whether to risk the Tamoxifen or to stick with Letrozole. I think a discussion with GP is in order. 
    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • I’ve asked if I can discuss treatments with GP on the web site; our practise keeps changing contact methods! They now use a ‘Klinik’ site, first it was ‘systmonline’ then ‘Airmid’ with no notice to their patients of course! You just ‘find out’! 
    but anything is better than waiting on the phone for hours on end.

    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • I now have had a text saying they will be in touch when they’ve made an appointment.

    it’s so strange that getting to speak to, or even see, your own GP is tantamount to flying to the moon! 

    Hugs cxx

    Moomy

  • I’ve been lazy today but also kept my leg elevated as much as possible and I ‘think’ it’s a bit less swollen.....

    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • Thinking of you - hope your swelling is subsiding and the pain too. Sending hugs xx

  • Leg is definitely easier thank you! Phew! I’ve continued resting with it well elevated some of the time, and wearing the pressure socks too.

    just got a lovely pudding out of the oven, it’s a James Martin inspired one; puff pasty (pricked with a fork) onto an oven tray covered except for a small border, with a layer of cooking apple cooked with a bit of water and sugar, then sliced pink lady apples arranged on it, a spread of melted butter and sprinkle of sugar, baked in a fairly hot oven till edges are golden. Serve with ice cream/cream/custard! 
    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

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    Former Member in reply to moomy

    Sounds delicious.