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MsSherry
MsSherry Member Posts: 168
edited June 2014 in IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)
I am worried
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  • MsSherry
    MsSherry Member Posts: 168
    edited January 2008

    I have multiple areas in my breast that are being watched.  4 in my right and 2 in my left.  My breast surgeon has told me I am a canidate for bilateral mastectomy due to family history (mom, mat and pat gmas, sister all diagnosed prior to age 50).  We are BRCA neg but they think we have a genetic link.  I have an appoint on Monday to discuss my surgery.  This past week my entire right breast has itched like crazy.  It is red and ridged.  I can take a pic and send it to someone here.  I just wonder if I should call my DR NOW instead of waiting until my appointment?  No fever and no reason to think infection. 

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  • Hanna60978
    Hanna60978 Member Posts: 815
    edited January 2012

    Hi MissSherryInFl,

    I also believe there are genetic links other than the BRCA genes.  So does my onco.  You don't say how old you are, but I am now of the opinion that breasts can be more trouble than they're worth - but that is my opinion only.  More younger women are opting for bi-lateral mastectomy that is approved for sound medical reasons to help prevent breast cancer.  Reconstructions can turn out very well and if you proceed with mastectomies before having radiation, your skin and underlying muscle will have a better result than radiated skin/muscle. 

    As for your ridged, itchy area, I know you're thinking IBC and that is why you posted under IBC.  Well, it could be itching for some other reason and is now ridged because you have been scratching it.  Breasts do all kinds of things like itch, feel painful, have shooting pains, etc., that are hormone related and just part of having breast tissue.  On the other hand, of course you should have the affected skin biopsied if it concerns you.  At the very least, a biopsy would give you information.  If you are feeling a lot of stress and feel you need to be seen sooner, give the surgeon's office a call, explain your condition and ask if they can fit you in sooner. The wait and worry period is a difficult one.  Good luck  

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  • MsSherry
    MsSherry Member Posts: 168
    edited January 2008

    I have not scratched at all.  The itching is inside and I keep having this feeling like I did when I nursed my son 9 years ago.  I am 37.  I called my breast surgeon and am waiting to hear back to see if they want to see me.  The redness is like a sun with my nipple in the middle.  It extends more on the outer upper quadrant and under my arm.  No fever.  The are is thick feeling and the entire breast is heavy.

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  • MsSherry
    MsSherry Member Posts: 168
    edited January 2008

    I saw my breast surgeon today.  He says he is afraid it is IBC.  I go Wed for a biopsy on 2 lumps (one can be seen through my clothes) and an axilla node.  I have an appoint next week for results.  The rate of growth and addition of node involvement is what concerned him.

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  • AnnNYC
    AnnNYC Member Posts: 4,484
    edited January 2008

    Oh Sherry,

    I just want to send you hugs.  I'm glad your surgeon is jumping right on this.

    We're all here for you,

    Ann

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  • lexi4
    lexi4 Member Posts: 1,074
    edited January 2008

    MissSherry,

    I am still hoping for no cancer. I am glad that you are having biopsies soon. Please know that if it is ca you aren't alone in this. We will be here.

    Hugs and Prayers,

    Lexi

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  • kimmie39
    kimmie39 Member Posts: 319
    edited January 2008

    Hi,

    Good for you and Im right behind ya.

    Stay on top of it. IBC is aggressive and you have to be aggressive as well.

    Sounds like your doing just that!!

    Hugs

    KIM 

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  • txred9876
    txred9876 Member Posts: 392
    edited January 2008

    Being aggressive with this disease can be a life saver! I went to 4 doctors before being diagnosed and am now NED! I finished 26 months of chemo in nov 07 and am glad to be done!

    let us know what happens...

    Tina

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