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edited May 2018 in Waiting for Test Results
"probably nothing"???
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  • Tarcy33
    Tarcy33 Member Posts: 2
    edited May 2018

    I just had an ultrasound guided core needle biopsy on Monday, and this has been the longest week ever. I'm freaking myself out, and I didn't have a great experience with the procedure; I left there feeling violated and mistrustful of the doc. It could be my nerves talking, but he struck me as smug, smarmy and condescending, and at the end of it all he said something along the lines like, "now try not to worry, i got a lot of good samples and it's probably nothing, maybe just benign firbroadema (sp?)"

    But of course I'm NOT not worrying (residual pain etc. doesn't help) and I'm convinced he's a jerk. Ultimately, my question is - Has anyone here been diagnosed with malignancy after being told it's probably nothing???

    I'm waiting for results, hopefully by the end of day tomorrow.... but in this final stretch of waiting, I thought I might get some feedback here.

    Thank you for reading. I'm glad I found this site.

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  • mustlovepoodles
    mustlovepoodles Member Posts: 2,825
    edited May 2018

    Ugh, the waiting is the worst. Of course, none of us can hear the doctors tone of voice, but his words sound comforting. Most biopsies turn out benign (about 80%.) Of course, that means that roughly 20% will not be benign. Doctors can make an educated guess, but nothing is written in stone until the pathologist looks at it.

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  • Staylynn
    Staylynn Member Posts: 44
    edited May 2018

    I'm so sorry that this was your experience. I had a biopsy on 5/18 so completely understand exactly how you are feeling. Try to stay calm and rest and relax. It is uncomfortable and the waiting is the worst part. I will be thinking about you and hoping you get your results soon if you haven't already received them. I have to wait through the weekend which is torture. We are all here for you. Please keep us posted. Sending hugs your way

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  • Kaycee_nervous
    Kaycee_nervous Member Posts: 1
    edited May 2018

    Hi ladies! This will be my first post on this site, although I’ve been reading your stories for a week now. This last week has been one of the most sacariest weeks I’ve ever faced. After diagnostic Mamogram, us, then mri I was called into the drs office due to birad4 ductal enlargement , 100% enhancement followed by washout... followed by a bunch more medical terminology that has left me lost. I have an us guided biopsy in 1 possible borh breasts today. Im lying here wide awake! Wish the best for you all and appreciate your stories that have been so helpful

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  • Tarcy33
    Tarcy33 Member Posts: 2
    edited May 2018

    The results from the cnb came back benign - interductcal papilloma - so that’s a relief! I go in tomorrow morning for an excisional biopsy to rule out any abnormal cells in the area, and they’ll remove the interductal papilloma parts too. I’m relieved about the initial results, to say the least. I’m not too crazy about tomorrow’s procedure; I’ve never had surgery and am pretty nervous about the sedation part - while also kinda happy about it because I figure being sedated will be way better than the core needle biopsy in the first place.

    Thanks, gals,for replying with your good thoughts. I really appreciate having a group to share this experience with who understands the anxiety and all that. I hope all is well with you!

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  • mustlovepoodles
    mustlovepoodles Member Posts: 2,825
    edited May 2018

    Good news! You'll do fine, I think. Sedation is good. They will tell you what they're doing every step of the way. You can ask for something for your nerves. After they move you to the surgery room they will give you some sedation medicine through the IV. They will put a oxygen mask over your nose and tell you to relax. Within about 10 seconds your vision will be blurry, you will be very tired, and then you'll drift off to sleep. When you wake up, it will feel like you just closed your eyes and re-opened them--you won't have the feeling of having slept for a couple hours. You will wake up in the recovery area. Once you can drink something and go pee they will let you go home. Keep ice on the site and wear a very snug bra or Ace bandage to minimize bleeding.

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