Rug torn out from under me at 3rd taxol appt yesterday

Belinda ~  I'm kind of fanatic about women who have been dx'd with bc getting an MRI because I initially had one that showed no areas of concern  prior to my lumpectomy, which was at a regional hospital with a comprehensive cancer center.  I was told that the MRI didn't show any problems.  What I wasn't told is that there were 3 "obscured areas."  When I went to UCLA for a second opinion about my rather odd pathology, they insisted on redoing the poor MRI, and bingo -- 2 more lesions that my original BS hadn't known about!  So, as you might imagine, I tell everyone to insist on an MRI at a place that is qualified to do breast MRIs.  I also think that thought that is eating away at you is doing so for a reason.  Not to say that there's anything more there -- but certainly saying, how do you know for sure there isn't?  There may be a very good reason why your onc doesn't think you need an MRI now, since you didn't have one prior to surgery.  But, if I was in your position, I think I would see if they'll do one for your peace of mind -- although be sure they get it preapproved by your insurance company.  As an alternative, you can always go somewhere for a second opinion.  That might also give you peace of mind if they also feel it's not necessary.    Deanna

Barbe and Otter, thank you for putting my situation into perspective and taking the time to explain it-- my onc sure didn't bother to.  It was a real shock to get the IDC dx instead of DCIS, but thank goodness it was caught when it was, like yours, Otter.

Belinda, I'm glad you found some help here.  The website that Otter mentioned also helped me decide not to have any post-treatment scans, even after my onc suggested them.  I know that sounds odd, but after I had asked during treatment if I had to have more scans after I finished tx, I was told no, which to me, was a great relief, because I have terrible, awful "scanxiety".  (I had CT and bone scans before treatment and they were all clean) Then for him to all of a sudden order CT and bone scans two weeks after I had my port removed... I suspected he was behind on his Jaguar payments or something...

My best to everyone!

Dear Robyn,

I second what Janice said, and the others' comments.  My heart goes out to you.  I had a mast. Dec 9, 2008, just had tissue expander put in a week ago today.  It is all I think about sometimes.  I do know that I have gotten out of the house the last 2 days ( it is beautiful here In williamsburg, va)...and that has helped me to move forward.  A day at a time.

Great news Robyn!!!!  Maybe you can celebrate next weekend!!