Hi there,
I've recently been diagnosed with Lobular breast cancer after a routine mammogram. The ultrasound measured 35mm but the MRI is showing 85mm! I'm so frightened. I have been told I will need a mastectomy but need a CT scan and possible chemo before surgery. This has been such a shock. I'm in a bit of a state trying to understand it all..and now so scared of the CT scan.
Hi Poppy70 I am so sorry to ready of your diagnosis. I have lobular breast cancer it was 40mm. I had lumpectomy, I have large breasts. I had chemo and radiotherapy. I am having a CT scan this afternoon. I have had these before and it is really nothing to worry about. It is not painful and is over quickly. Also it is not claustrophobic like a MRI. Do you have a date yet? Please keep in touch and let me know how you get on.
Lee x
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