Searching for invasive lobular stage IIIB...?

teamkatie

I was recently diagnosed with lobular carcinoma.  During surgery found and removed a 9cm tumor and all of my 19 lymph nodes on the left side, 17 of which came back positive.  Stage IIIB.  Prior to surgery I had opted for the bi-lateral mast. Lobular is rare as it is and Im looking for all the information I can gather.  I am 48 yrs old and a healthy woman- I still can't believe I didn't, my doctor didnt during my annual 6mths ago, the mammogram didn't 6mths ago, or now even find this sooner.  Ultrasound and breast MRI are the way to go- I do believe they show more. My family and I are very positive and ready for each hurdle as it comes.  I am going to be a pink survivor and kick this cancer in the butt!!  We must do this together!! Prayer is power.