Hello. Had surgery on Wednesday.

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Hi.

Had a round block mammoplasty to remove a  large lesion. I understand that I have an encysted papillary carcinoma, which appears to be slow growing and ER positive.

The surgery was as a day patient and although a bit painful at first, its settled down well. I had 2 lymph nodes removed and have no drains.

Not wanting to jinx anything and early days but from what I can see, looks so much better than I expected. I actually can see a boob with  some cleavage - vanity I know but yayyy all the same.

I have my post surgery review end of next week. There is a chance that I may need more surgery and/or further treatment.

So, trying not to over think thinks but be aware of possible outcomes, so I can be prepared  to ask any questions at my next appointment.

The fact that I've been able to go with this option, to remove the lesion and have a mammoplasty, even if things dont quite work out post review, makes any additional treatments /surgeries much more bearable. I was given the chance to try, so I'm very grateful.

  • Hi  Chelseagirl.

    Fantastic news. So pleased you had such great results from your surgery.

    All the very best.

    x

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    FormerMember in reply to Chelseagirl

    That's good, Chelseagirl. I hope your treatment goes fine, will be keeping my fingers crossed for you.  One step at a time. Still waiting for my results.  

  • Hi. Just had a call to say my results not back yet so my appointment has moved from tomorrow  to next Wednesday.

    I must admit I did think results  just 9 days after surgery was pushing it a bit as I'd heard 2 weeks was usual.

    So I'm not too disappointed.  Although I am fully jabbed , I just need to keep dodging covid over the coming days.

  • Sorry  that you are both still waiting , still have my fingers crossed . Stay safe xx

  • Hi. Should have had my results today but just had a phone call to say it will be after Christmas now...sigh.

    At least I've had my op and apart from a sore nipple all look ok so that's a positive.

    But I wont know if more surgery is needed until after Christmas. Just need to focus on Christmas now.

    Hope both of you have a lovely Christmas. Katie.ja I hope you get your results soon and they are positive.

    xx

  • Glad that you are doing so well Grinning Stay Polly Positive, I really believe it helps and the nurses and Drs also told me this! Thinking of you and wishing for the best results for you next week. Take care x 

  • Hi

    Thanks for the good wishes. Your advice regarding staying positive is spot on Blush

    Take care xx

  • Hi, so sorry you have to wait for your results it's so stressful . Please enjoy your Christmas and my fingers are still crossed for you 

    Pam xx

  • Hi

    Finally got my results today. Clear margins and nothing in sentinel nodes  so no more surgery - yayy!

    I have an appointment in a couple of weeks with an oncologist to discuss radiotherapy

    I have got my first lot of letrozole which the surgeon said I'll need to take for 5 years.

    I feel that I have got off very lightly and am very grateful.

    Katie.ja  have you received your results yet? I hope all goes well for you.

    Thanks to all for your positive vibes and good wishes.

    xx

  • So glad you have your results you can relax a bit , have a lovely glass of wine or two 

    Pam x