BPM with TE 10 days ago with Pathology of DCIS bilat

mary55

Just found out today that my pathology found DCIS in both breasts following PBM with TE. Nothing invasive and had clear SNB on r (l not biopsied) so no more treatment needed. I m still in shock but it confirmed that I made the right decision. I have had multiple abnormal findings on MRI, biopsies(LCIS, ADH) both breasts and have been on Evista for five years plus strong family history. The surgery and recovery so far has been more than I expected but definitely getting easier. I would much rather do it this way and have the surgery behind me and have no more testing or worrying. Chance of recurrence is 1%. Now I can concentrate on healing and getting to size I want to have exchange to silicone implant later this year.

farmerlucy

Mary - Congrats on a successful surgery! The surprise DCIS is a kick in the teeth, but it could have been worse. Now it is behind you and you can breath. The TEs are not fun, but it gets better with time.

mary55

Lucy

Your history sounds a lot like mine. I am wrapping my head around it still. I have not had a "fill" yet beside what was put in at surgery. I not sure what to expect with that but hope to be able to have my exchange by the end of the year mostly for ins purposes since I m at my max out of pocket already. I had been on Evista for 5 years and wonder if that prevented my DCIS from becoming invasive which is what it is supposed to do. Guess I'll never know but am thankful I followed my gut on this.Thanks for taking the time to post.

farmerlucy

Good for you for doing the Evista. After my Pbm I had three days of happy, then wham! the path report comes in. I may have an idea of some of your feelings. You think you're going to escape the beast, you make an incredibly drastic decision - then it doesn't turn out like you hope. Dreams crushed, (no pulverized!) the space of a phone call. I am really glad it is DCIS, but I know it still hurts. Private message me if you would like. I have been there.