You are all so wonderful, caring, supportive and just a great outlet for me. Hi everyone...I'm still here. I was so tired last night.
Went to see the surgeon. He went over everything. Nurse from the women center was there as well. I still have a choice as to what I want to do. What to do what to do that is the question.
As far as he can tell it is still in situ which mean contained in the duct. Test showed it's undetermined or something don't know the right words as to if it may be not contained. Really can't tell till they get in there and see.
I can either have the lumpectomy with radiation or a mastectomy. At least I wasn't told it was so bad that I did not have a choice. With the lumpectomy they take out the lump and the surrounding area check the margins for any cancer cells. They also want to check my lymph nodes. This is done with some sort of dye into the breast 2 hours before surgery. At surgery they find the first main node and if nothing is there I'm good. I'm not good with the thought of a drain tube for up to a week after. Ok i'm not good with a lot of this.
test said this breast cancer is estrogen fed so no more birth control pills.Since I'm not yet in menopause I can still get pregnant. Wouldn't that just be the icing on the cake. Yes yes this is CW and I will say it....I still need my hubby's good loving!
Radiation starts 2-3 weeks later and is 5 days a week for 5-6 weeks. All I can think is $$$$$$$$$$. I'm already going to red tape paperwork hell. I have applied for HCAP threw the hospital. Not really sure what it will do but hopefully it will help with some of the cost. oh well it is what it is.
They want to do this in the next few weeks. They said I could have the surgery and go home in the same day. Might have to stay overnight. Have to see how I do.
I have now told my dad and sister. Both my kids now know.
Guess that's the update for now. Tried to call today to set the appointment. Lady was not in. I'm looking at the week after next. Just need to as they say get this party started. Hubby is trying to get a few extra loads in before so he can be home with me. Will try to do some short runs after at least for the first few weeks.
Thanks again for all your support. I really don't want to be a burden to anyone but I really like the thought that you are all with me.