Lump on Shoulder

Little-G
Little-G Member Posts: 647
edited June 2014 in ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)

Hi Ladies,

I have not posted for a long time now.  I was dx with ILC at the end of 2005.  I have recently had a small, hard pea size lump show up on my shoulder.  It's been there for a couple of months now and I finally called the oncologist today.  He set an appt for me to see a breast surgeon.  I also have a swollen node on my neck that was checked a couple of years ago, it was not cancerous but it is still there.  My last blood work shows close to anemic levels.  I am hesitant to go see the surgeon due to more bills.  I am still paying off some of my initial tx.  Just wondering if anyone else had something like this and how it turned out.  And if anyone thinks this sounds concerning?  Of course at the end of the day I will do what I think is best, but I just wanted some feedback to bounce off of.  

Thanks for any comments or suggestions.

g

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  • Gitane
    Gitane Member Posts: 1,885
    edited July 2012

    I haven't had this, Little-G.  I am sorry you are having this worry and hope you get the answers you need.  G.

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  • wallycat
    wallycat Member Posts: 3,227
    edited July 2012

    I am also sorry you are dealing with this.

    Just when we think we can relax, something new to worry about.

    If it is new, I would have it looked at.

    I had a nasty new lump within a year of my bx mastec. right under my scar and freaked...surgeon took it out right away and it was just a fat thingie.

    I am in worry mode myself at the moment, so I know how gut wrenching that is.

    I hope you can get in soon and all turns out fine.

    (((((((((((little-g))))))))))

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  • Little-G
    Little-G Member Posts: 647
    edited July 2012

    Thanks for responding Gitane and Wallycat!  I don't know what to do.  I hate to go to the surgeon and have it be nothing and be out of pocket more $.  Are there even lymph nodes in your shoulder area?  I don't know. 

    Wallycat, I hope you get answers to your concerns soon that will take your worry away!  

    Good health to all of us!  :-)

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  • wallycat
    wallycat Member Posts: 3,227
    edited July 2012

    Thanks Little-G....have to get the colonoscopy I was hoping to avoid.

    Probably nothing but cannot leave it to chance...stupid cancer!

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  • melmcbee
    melmcbee Member Posts: 1,119
    edited July 2012

    I hope all of you get your answers soon. I am still in denial and holding on to the dumb thought in 1 year it will be over. I guess its really never over.  hugs to all

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  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 16,882
    edited July 2012

    g I'm not trying to alarm u, but even with no history u have to go and get it checked out. U can't ignore it. I too have founf various lumps around and so far they've been fine so I know that feeling--I probably always had them but now I pay attention more LOL So sometimes that's what they are just lumps of something, but u have to have it xhecked.  Hmm on u shoulder? seems odd so it's probably nothing--Let us know either way. U've tricked my curiosity. Good Luck

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  • Little-G
    Little-G Member Posts: 647
    edited July 2012

    Wallycat, good luck with the colonoscopy!  I will keep good thoughts for you!  I had one when 1st dx and I do not wish to repeat!  :-)  It turned out fine and I am hoping the same for you. Let us know, OK?

    Melmcbee, Well, it could be over, but when little things pop up I think you always get a twinge of 'what if.'  I hope smooth sailing for you!

    camillegal, I know, and you are right.  I just couldn't figure out why the onc wanted to send me to a breast surgeon?  When I called to make the appt. with the surgeon they checked my ins. and called me back to tell me I would need to pay $350 up front and then pay upfront for the biopsy.  Because my deductible is 10k.  I told my oncs office that and they said the care shouldn't have anything to do with $.  Well, it does.  I eventually called my GP went to see him and he did a biopsy yesterday.  I should know by next Wed.  He said he thinks it will turn out to be nothing.  So, that's what I am going with.  I will let you know though.  

     Thanks to all of the ladies that have replied!  I truly appreciate it!! :-)

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  • autism_mom
    autism_mom Member Posts: 184
    edited July 2012

    what part of your shoulder is it on? ive had a few of these too...i have a big one growing on my ear right now. they always turn out to be dermatofibromas...little fat thingies like someone else said. im glad you gp was able to take care of it. jopefully less expensive this way.

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  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 16,882
    edited July 2012

    Oh good u got it done, now let us know.

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  • Little-G
    Little-G Member Posts: 647
    edited July 2012

    Autism_mom it was at the end of my shoulder, on the top.  It was very small, hard and about the size of a pea, I don't think it grew but it's hard to say.  It was pretty small.   It didn't move at all and wasn't rubbery.  It was definilty less expensive at my local GP than going to a breast surgeon!  And of course, much quicker. 

    Camillegal I will let you know.  I meet with GP on Wed. to get the stiches out and the results.  Although he said if they came in sooner he would call me.  

    Thanks, Ladies!  I appreciate the feedback!

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  • Gitane
    Gitane Member Posts: 1,885
    edited August 2012

    Hope you get good news tomorrow, Little-G.  I'll be thinking of you.  G.

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  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 16,882
    edited August 2012

    OK tomorrow is Wednesday--we're waiting. Hope it's all godd.

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  • wallycat
    wallycat Member Posts: 3,227
    edited August 2012

    Hoping it is just a ganglion cyst!  Keep us posted.  Sending good vibes!

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  • Little-G
    Little-G Member Posts: 647
    edited August 2012

    It is all good!!  I went to the GP this morning, it is a tumor, although I can't remember what kind, it is benign!!!  That was the most important word for me :-)  When I get the report I will let you know what kind.  He said as far as tumors go, it was the best kind to have.  I really want to thank you all for responding to my post!  It did help me alot!!  I will return the favor anytime! 

     Wallycat, did you get your test yet?

    Thanks again for the support!!!!  I am wishing us all good health for many, many years!

    g

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  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 16,882
    edited August 2012

    Little-g super news---I'm so happy for u --nice word B9 LOL reminds me of marshmellow another nice word.

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  • wallycat
    wallycat Member Posts: 3,227
    edited August 2012

    SUPER news!!  Congrats!

    My colonoscopy will be some time towards the end of the month, maybe first week in September.  No bleeding

    since that one incident so I am trying to be positive.  

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  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 16,882
    edited August 2012

    Wsllycat u have to wait a whole month---I hat that I always want to just get things over with. Of course it doesn't happen to me like that either but I'd still like it.

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  • Cyborg
    Cyborg Member Posts: 848
    edited August 2012

    Yay!!!!!

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  • Little-G
    Little-G Member Posts: 647
    edited August 2012

    Thanks Ladies!!  Now we'll all stay postive on Wallycat's test and we'll keep the chain of good test results going!  :-)

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  • Gitane
    Gitane Member Posts: 1,885
    edited August 2012
    So relieved!!! I'm happy for you Little-G Smile !!!
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  • bwah
    bwah Member Posts: 14
    edited August 2012

    Great news!!Yay!!!!

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  • Little-G
    Little-G Member Posts: 647
    edited August 2012

    Thanks so much!  All the good thoughts are so appreciated!!!!!  :-)

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  • wallycat
    wallycat Member Posts: 3,227
    edited September 2012
    UPDATE:

    had my colonoscopy yesterday. ALL CLEAR!! Not a single polyp!!

    Both onco and surgeon say I can go on the 10 year plan now!!

    WOOHOO.

    Thanks all for your moral support.

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  • Gitane
    Gitane Member Posts: 1,885
    edited September 2012

    Hurray!!  Good news, Wallycat!!  

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  • IllinoisNancy
    IllinoisNancy Member Posts: 722
    edited September 2012

    So happy to hear the good news!!  Love my friendship with both you and Gitane...take care!

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