Why do I need an MRI and CT Scan

Hi,i'm in the same situation,i just done the CT scan last monday and today i had MRI,now i dont know what is next

Hello to you both.....

CT and MRI scans show up different things. It is quite normal for the MDT to look at everything before finalising your treatment. It's also very reassuring for you to know that apart from the BC and nodes, everywhere else is ok. In the worst case scenerio.... that there is cancer elsewhere it can also be dealt with quickly as part of you protocol. Much better this way than letting it do damage first. At my unit everyone had a TEP scan instead. I had to wait a week or so and in the meantime I had had my lumpectomy. I remember the relief of being told I had no cancer. I carried that fact through some very difficult days of chemo that followed.

I hope you don't have to wait too long for the scan results and you can soon begin your treatment. Try not to be too worried. These scans are something many people have.

Take care.

Love Karen

Hi I am in a similar situation but was given a choice as to an mri, basically mammogram showed lump (feel like I should give it a name) to be about 5cm which means a mastectomy however ultra sound showed it to be smaller which might have meant a lumpectomy. Gave me the info including the fact that I might have to have more than one surgery. I made the decision to just get it over with in one go.  Maybe they just need to make sure as to size mine has also spread to lymph nodes so they are being removed as well. Think the bad feeling is normal, for most people I am the same now worrying about the op and what ifs. Try to take your mind away from the bad thoughts and be good to yourself. 

Take care

kathryn

Thank you for responding. Surgry hasn't even been mentioned at this stage just investigations. Havent been told what type of cancer stage etc just breast cancer which has spread. Just joined this forum today. Than you for having me. Mind in overdrive x

Thank you Karen. It's a difficult journey for each and everyone of us on this site and I guess everyone is different. You take care too. Xxx

Know what you mean I only found out 3 weeks ago and 2 weeks since biopsy results from the tumour and a lymph node and treatment overview. Try to stay positive and take time out when you need it. Found this site really helpful and supportive we are all going on an unwanted journey, but not alone. There’s always someone here.

kathryn

Thank you Kathryn. I'm brain dead already and it has only been 2 days since my definite diagnosis of BC. Even whilst waiting for the biopsy results theres that little bit at the back of yr mind that it's just a lump or cyst. Wasnt to be. I guess I will.need mastectomy as 4cm and 5cm has  been mentioned along with lots of medical terminology I just dont understand and dont want to Google. I've decided to wait for both scan results and get it in black and white as to what comes next. Dark days and no light at the end of the tunnel at the mo

We all know what it’s like it’s a rollercoaster of emotions and unfortunately will be for the moment I found myself bursting into tears at odd moments but it does get more bearable, it’s normal to be scared, angry frustrated etc all emotions one after another. Remember there is a light but it’s just difficult to see at the moment x 

Hi Forrest1865,

I am so sorry to hear of your diagnosis but as all the lovely ladies have said, you are not alone.

I was diagnosed with TNBC about 2 weeks ago + today found out that it has spread to my lymph nodes + will be having a CT scan to check the rest of my body but no mention of an MRI.  To say that I am utterly terrified is an absolute understatement but we have to believe in the professionals + err on the side of caution by checking the rest of our bodies so if anything is found, it can be treated quickly.  

Stay away from Dr Google if you can, my BCN's advised me of this + I have found it has helped!  Easier said than done though I realise.

Wishing you all the best + sending love x

Sending love right back at ya Pippypop. I guess we all have to stay strong until the black cloud lifts. Take care. Xxz