Biopsy

Just seen the specialist. The CT scan showed that the cancer has not spread which is good. They have found a second suspect area in same breast so need a biopsy next week but as I am on medication to shrink the tumour I am not seeing her again until 15th January.

What I have is fed by oestrogen so I am on tablets to eliminate all oestrogen in my body. It will take a few months but in the meantime it is not growing. I will have to have an op to take the breast off but probably not until next summer.

She was very positive and much happier than when I saw her last.

Looking forward to Christmas at DS's in Brighton now unless anything untoward happens after biopsy next week but feeling much more positive. They are so clever these days.

Glad to hear this positive news. None of it is ideal but there's a good way ahead and you've got a good doctor by the sound of it. Have a happy Christmas!

Very good news indeed!

Pleased to hear your very good news. Have a lovely Xmas.

Good. You will have a treatment plan, so its onwards with a more positive viewpoint. I just hope you are able to relax a little now.

Keep this positivity as it will help the body heal. So good to hear that " all is not lost " thanks to our NHS who've helped save the lives of thousands of people.
I hope everything goes according to plan for you. x

I’m glad you are feeling more positive Dragonfly and that your consultant is happier. This must give you peace of mind, enough to enjoy Christmas. My tumour was also fed by oestrogen and although I am well past the menopause apparently the body does still produce it but in smaller amounts. I have been on the tablets since the end of September and as there was a delay to my surgery because I had to be referred to a haematologist about my low,platelet count it was comforting to know that the growth was slowed down by the tablets. I had my lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy Yesterday at day surgery. I had never had surgery before and was quite apprehensive but the staff were absolutely wonderful to me, I can’t praise them enough - the nurses on the day ward, the specialist cancer nurse, the surgeon and the anaesthetist were all fantastic. I am a little sore today but making good progress. The down side is that I won’t receive the results of my biopsy for three weeks because of the Christmas holidays. I am trying to put this to the back of my mind and focus on recovering from the surgery and enjoying Christmas with my husband and family.

EllanVannin you are so right in what you say about our NHS. Our hospital trust is in special measures and this must affect morale but the all staff I have met over the past few months as an outpatient and an inpatient have been outstanding.

Dragonfly

Jane43 and all GNers who are about to begin or are already on their journey

Thank you Cherrytree59.

It is great that you have had some good news and reassurance before Christmas and hopefully you will be able to join in the festivities with a lighter heart.

Second biopsy done.
No hospital now until middle of January - yeah!!

dragonfly I wish you and your family a very Happy Christmas and hope the coming Year works out well for you
x

So pleased for you,my own Gynae appointment went well too and its like a weight has been lifted.Enjoy your break with your son and look forward to a .Happy,healthy and prosperous 2019 .

I didnt know you had an issue too, paddy, but I'm glad you are feeling better.

Bunches and bunchers of to all who are coping with a variety of health problems this Christmastime. xx