December 2015 Surgeries

Sorry I haven't been on here. I hope everything is going as well as possible for all of the members of our December Surgery group.

It's spread to the lymph nodes in my jaw, neck & cheek. (That'll be confirmed next week w/more tests. Luckily surgery isn't until December 11th, so there's time for more tests.)

This will put me at Stage 3c. (I actually suspect it's Stage 4, tho...based on recent calcium level blood tests, Brestcancer blood testing & several physical issues.)

For your own peace of mind, please keep in mind that my breast cancer has gone undiagnosed & untreated for several years. My situation isn't going to apply to you who had their yearly mammograms &/or caught it much, much earlier.

Xoxoxo

QueenElizabethTheFaux

Queen -- we're sorry to hear of your update. Please keep us posted on what you find out -- we'll be thinking of you!!

--The Mods

So sorry to hear your news Queen. Hugs

queen, I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. This beast doesn't care for anyone. Stinks. Hopefully they will catch it and blast it before it goes elsewhere. Try and not to stress about your tests. Ive done that. My calcium was elevated a few months ago, yet my bone scan negative. Haven't had a repeat done. Keep us posted. Hugs.

Hi everyone again..I hope your thanksgivings were all restful or good depending on if you celebrate thanksgiving! I'm not sure how to do this, but can we make a post with people's screen name and surgery date so we can show all the support we can? Thanks! I'll add mine. Someone who is more talented than I help me keep this going so people can add theirs. Thanks everyone!

Gaspasser - BMX Dec 8

Queen, so sorry to hear of your situation. I will keep you in my prayers.

songbird, I'm 52 and having no special testing done prior to my PBMX, other than blood typing. I've never had any testing before any surgeries so this is normal for me. My mother had multiple tests prior to her knee replacement surgery, but she was in her 70s and has some other health issues.

gaspasser, traditionally the creator of the thread starts a list of the upcoming surgeries so that it is always at the top of the page. I don't think the original poster has returned to this thread since her initial post. Someone would have to PM her and ask her to add the list, or we could start a December thread part 2 with a list in the first post.

Thoughts on a new thread with a list of surgery dates, everyone?

Songbird, I had to have bloodwork, nasal MRSA swabs and EKGs before each of my 3 most recent surgeries: knee replacements 2012 & 2013, and my lumpectomy this past Sept. But those were at 61, 62 & 64. If you’re younger, maybe all they want is the MRSA swab and blood type/cross-match (and that can be done the day of surgery).

Queen, I'm so sorry you have to go through all of this, and then some! I'm praying for you!!!

My surgery is tomorrow 11/30 (originally 12/7) BMX no recon.... a little anxious, but feeling good... BMX, no recon... I'll be back on the boards as soon as I'm able.

If someone can gather all of the names and surgery dates on this board and message me, I can start the new topic with the names and dates in the topic box post. If I get it today or tonight... If not, someone else may have to get to that, as I'll be in hospital until Wednesday... the info needed is your member name, surgery date, type of surgery

Hope your surgery goes smoothly JerseyGirl22. Hugs.

JerseyGirl,

It's late, so I will go ahead and gather the info needed for a new thread. My surgery isn't until Wednesday, so I have the time.

You just take it easy tonight, and best of luck tomorrow. Hugs

I have been scheduled for lumpectomy surgery December 8th. Turned here for help and advice with an overwhelming sense of dread that has ambushed me today. My head says all will be well, while my nervous system has me sleepless, running to the bathroom, and crying at odd times.

Thanks for all the info here...anyone else freaking out??

Susan4414, I'm so sorry you are struggling today. I wish I had some wise words to help you, but I can offer prayers and support. I'm sure others on here have had similar days and will come along with encouraging thoughts.

I will add you to the December Surgeries list thread so that others can keep aware of your surgery date.

Best of luck, and sending wishes for good results.

Hello! I would like to jump in and join you guys as i've been scheduled for my surgery for December 21st. I finished chemo on November 11th, so my next step is bilateral mastectomy (BMX?) I will not be having immediate reconstruction as we are not sure if i will need radiation or not. Have to wait for the pathology report from the surgery.

I am not good with the abbreviations yet, i'm sorry!

I'm hoping to learn from you all by checking in with the board and connecting with those of you who are having similar surgery.

Thanks!

J3nny4, you got it right, BMX!! I will add you to the list. Wishing you well.

Hi All. Sorry to be part of this board but happy not to be alone. I'm new here too. Still trying to figure things out. Having bilateral mast with free flap recon on Dec 30th (Happy New Year in the Hospital for me this year!). I'm trying to get all my shopping and supplies done now to avoid Christmas chaos (too late?!, wishful thinking?!). I've noticed everyone mentions the silky pajama bottoms for getting in and out of bed- but wondering if that is still a suggestion if I am doing a free flap since I'll have that hip to hip abdominal cut. While I'm at it- can someone talk underwear with me?! I'm thinking mostly commando but what do I wear if I need to wear something. I'm thinking very low (below surgical line possible? But my mother thinks oversized granny panties (above surgical line?) Would also love input on wedges for the bed if anyone has any recommendations (back is obvious- under knees too with the surgery I'm having?) I've seen the other posts for the check list and I'm making my way through that but doesn't seem to address these particular concerns. I'm assuming because I'm doing the free flap it's a bit different. Wishing everyone the very best right now. Luckily I'm feeling pretty good but I'm sure with each day more and more anxiety is going to set it. Doesn't help to live alone and be single at this time.