New diagnosis ? About Her-2

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Jannacove
Jannacove Member Posts: 3
edited June 2014 in Just Diagnosed


hello all-


Just diagnosed with invasive mod differentiated ductal carcinoma with estrogen 100%, progest. 100% and her-2 positive - does anyone know if that means triple positive? I also have positive nodes and my dr is concerned with my adrenal gland - anyone have similar ? 2 weeks into this still learning - going to MSK 2 weeks as local drs r given conflicting info - pet scan and more tests next week - any info appreciated -


Thanks so much


Julie

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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited December 2013


    Hi Julie,


    We're so sorry to hear of your diagnosis, but really happy you've found us! You'll find Breastcancer.org and this community a trove of information, support, and resources!


    While you wait for the ever-helpful posts from fellow members here, you may be interested in reading up on the main Breastcancer.org site's Your Diagnosis section, which also explains the significance of Hormone Receptor Status and Her 2 Status, along with other aspects of your pathology report.


    We hope this helps!


    --The Mods

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  • christina0001
    christina0001 Member Posts: 1,491
    edited December 2013

    Welcome Janna, although I am sorry you have a need to be here. You are in the right place - this site is a great source of good information. Yes, sounds like you are triple positive. I am too. Getting a second opinion is always a great idea, especially if you are getting conflicting information. You will have some big decisions to make over the next several weeks.

    If you like to read, I recommend Dr. Susan Love's The Breast Book. It has great, easy to understand information about just about every aspect of breast cancer.

    Take a deep breath. Now is a time to take care of yourself. The period immediately after being diagnosed is so difficult. I remember feeling overwhelmed and terrified. I don't think I slept for the first couple of weeks, and I cried buckets every day. Now I am almost two years past that point. Treatments are done, surgeries are almost done... life is slipping back to a new version of normal. All things come to pass. You will get through this! And we are here for you.

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