Inverted nipple

AnnBR

Hello everyone. I am new to this site having recently been diagnosed with BC. My gynecologist noticed a very small indention of my left nipple during my annual checkup and asked how long it had been there. I had to admit I had never noticed it before, it seems like my body changes all the time and as you age, you wake up with something that wasn't there the night before. She said I needed to see a surgeon so I made an appointment, but he did not feel anything, nor did the mammogram or ultrasound detect anything unusual. I saw him again 3 months later, no changes, nothing felt and then again in Nov. He ordered a mammogram and ultrasound and this time something was detected. I had a biopsy and he removed a stage 1, grade 2-3 tumor. ER+, HER2-. My oncologist ordered a MRI which will be conducted on Friday. This will help determine which surgical option is best for me. I am a very calm person, but lately I've had surges of panic and begin to think worse case scenario. I have a strong faith and a great support system but dealing with this has been all consuming. Maybe I just need someone to say it 's okay to feel this way.

Sue2690

It's okay to feel this way!  It's normal.   I always think limbo is the hardest place to be, not knowing what is going to happen.  You WILL feel better when you have a treatment plan - really!

Stage 1 BC is VERY treatable, and has an excellent long-term prognosis.  

Whatever treatment you need is doable.  It may not be fun, but it's not as bad as it used to be.  And you've found this fantastic place where you will find tons of support.

Here's hoping your scans are all clear!

SUe

AnnBR

Bless you Sue for telling me that. Like many women, I sure did not see this coming. Took the wind right out of my sails. I've been comforted by reading many of these posts. It's nice to know you are not alone.