New diagnosis of DCIS and invasive micropappilary carcinoma

lovelivelaugh78

Hi there,

Earlier today I received a diagnosis of DCIS (grade 3) as well as invasive micropappilary carcinoma. At this time we don't know if it has spread to the lymph nodes or anywhere else. This is all I know so far, but I'm really scared and am looking for some reassurance and hope. I see the surgeon, oncologist, and radiologist on Tuesday. 

Thank you.

Moderators

Welcome to Breastcancer.org. We're sorry you have to be here, but glad you found us!

Besides sharing your experiences and learning from other members here at the boards, you may also want to take a look at the Breast Cancer 101section from the main site, which is designed to help you sort through all of the information on our site to find what is more relevant to you right now.

Also it relevant to read from our main site reliable information on DCIS — Ductal Carcinoma In Situ, Diagnosis of DCIS and for the invasive micropapillary IDC — Invasive Ductal Carcinoma where you'll learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, etc.

We hope this helps!

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Ariom

Hello lovelivelaugh! I am so sorry you have had to come her to the club no one wants to join, but so glad you found us. We all know how terribly frightening it is when you have a little information, but are still waiting for more. The waiting is the worst and we all know how easy it is to go to the dark side, with our fears. You will feel better once you have found out what your options are and your Doctors reassure you!

The Mods have given you some links, if you want more info check out the Diagnosis of DCIS and you'll understand more about your Dx. I had DCIS grade 3 too and found the information here, to be very reliable, try to stay off Dr Google, there is a lot of out of date info out there.

Try to take some deep breaths and keep busy till your appointments, come here and ask anything. There will be many women who will come to talk about their experiences with similar Dx. You will do fine! Take it easy and let us know how you get on.

lovelivelaugh78

Thanks for your encouraging words Ariom. This all came from a baseline mammogram and has been a complete shock. My nurse practitioner recommended that I get a baseline mammogram this year, but never in a million years  did I think it would come back positive for breast cancer. I am especially worried about the invasive micropappillary cancer as I was told it tends to be aggressive. 

Ariom

I can imagine how much of a shock this was for you. I don't know anything about the micropapilliary cancer, but I am sure there will be others who have had that Dx and they will share their experiences with you.

Let us know how you are and I wish you all the best for the appointments on Tuesday. I hope you have someone to go with you, if not, it is a good idea to record the consults, it is very easy to zone out, when you get an overload of information. Try to take it easy over the weekend and get plenty of rest. Hugs to you!

lovelivelaugh78

Thanks so much, I'm feeling a little better about things now, not in quite as much shock as I was. Now I just have to hope for the best!