Found lump in March just having surgery now

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BellaDaisy
BellaDaisy Member Posts: 2
edited June 2014 in Stage I Breast Cancer

Hi, I'm a newby.  I found a lump on my left breast in March, saw doctor in April, had tests in May and then more tests when they found lump on other breast.  I have had the whole package of tests  - scans, MRIs, mamos, x-rays...all of them.  I am now just having surgery - it will be in 2 days for bilaterial lumpectomies.  All this time I have been going through a mental hell.  Doctors tell me that I have non-aggressive cancer and not to worry...should I?  Is this common to wait this long for surgery?

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited August 2011

    BellaDaisy- It does seem like the whole process takes forever.  And while you're going through it it feels like you're living life in slow motion.  A lot of us just want the cancer out NOW!  But if they can tell it is a non-aggressive type of BC (maybe DCIS?) then a lot of these tests are done to determine what your options are as far as treatment.  Early stage BC can have several different ones.  I was DX in December and did not have my BMX until March.  Though it seemed like a long time it gave me time to research and mentally prepare (as much as any of us can prepare).  I'm sorry you've having to go through all this.  Hoping all goes well this week.  (((hugs))))

  • BellaDaisy
    BellaDaisy Member Posts: 2
    edited August 2011

    Thank you Kate33,  I have been diagnosed with IDC, both lumps are aprox. 1.5 cm.  Adding to this wait has been the hospital losing my films, sending me a letter stating that lumps are benign - this was after I had just talked to the doctor and he had confirmed cancer, rescheduled surgery dates.  I had had to deal with insurance approvals, etc.  I am so fearful that the cancer has grown, become aggressive or just plain mean and is spreading!  I know that I am fortunate to be a Stage 1/2, but it's still cancer and it's terrifying.

  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited August 2011

    Bella- Believe me I completely understand.  I had DCIS which is even less aggressive but I still wanted it out.  Cancer is just a frightening word.  It is a really strange feeling to know you have cancer somewhere inside you as you go about your day.  And your hospital is not helping the situation.  I can see why you have been so stressed about everything.  I hope everything is all straightened out now.  BTW, your pups are so cute!  What kind are they?

  • raincitygirl
    raincitygirl Member Posts: 3,143
    edited August 2011

    Bella - I don't think I could have held it together for that long!  I wanted mine out asap - my surgery was nine days after my biopsy and that seemed an eternity.

    Best wishes for you during and after your lumpectomy - I had an easy time with it, so I wish the same for you...

  • jjjsjames
    jjjsjames Member Posts: 46
    edited August 2011

    Bella, I'm guessing you are having your surgery today.  I just had my lumpectomy last Wednesday and it was not a bad experience at all.  I was diagnosed last January and have been taking Femara since Feb. to shrink the tumor.  Now that we have the results, I'm not so sure it shrunk, but I have at least felt very fortunate to have the luxury of time to get used to the idea, prepare and research.  The first few weeks were a nightmere, being rushed and panicked felt like I was being driven over a cliff.  If I had gone with the first surgeon, she would have taken my whole nipple and left a long scar across my boob.  The surgeon I used was able to save the nipple and get clean margins and she did a beautiful job. Thank God for time.  I hope yours will go smoothly and wish you a quick recovery.  Sherri

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