joybelle Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 (edited) To find out I have breast cancer as I had no symptoms whatsoever. Being a female of a certain age I am invited every three years to have a mamagram, so at the beginning of August I was screeened. I was called back for more tests including a biopsy and ultra sound scan. Well the result was I had an Invasive Carcinoma in my right breast which the doctor said was very treatable. I had the operation on 7th September and went back for the results on 24th September. My surgeon told me the cancer was all removed and the tumour measured 18mm and the lympth nodes were all clear so all good news. The only concern was the cancer was a grade 3 which is the most aggresive. Now I have to go and see the Oncologist to discus what my next treatment will be, definately will need radiotheraphy and because its a grade 3 will also need chemotherapy which was never mentioned before the op. So all in all not a good couple of months, infact not a good year so far,OH lost his job so did my son. Brother in law has bowel cancer elderly neighbour has skin cancer and a friend has throat cancer. Just thought I would share my news with caring omleteers. Joy x Edited November 1, 2009 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Joy I am so sorry, what a shock, I dont know what else to say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I just wanted to say I so sorry to read this. What an awful time for you anyway, but to have this on top of it all is just not fair. I wanted to send you my best wishes and positive thoughts to you and hope that all the treatments go well ((((hugs)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I am so sorry to hear that and am sending you hugs. However, there are some incredible Breast specialist oncologists, and there have been some considerable improvements in treatment and recovery rates over recent years, so keep positive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I am so so sorry Joybelle best wishes from me too x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 oh my word, what a crud year (((hugs))) cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlsMum Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 So sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Oh what a bad time you have had indeed - glad they have got it all and the follow up treatment should go well - They are amazing these days and the oncologist specialists are fantastic. It shows we should all be on our toes and keep checking even though there are no symptoms Hope your year will get better and the next one is a good one for you hugs s xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joojoo Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Oh goodness what a horrible horrible time you've had. I sincerely hope everything works out well for you. Very best wishes Jue x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker Chick Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I am so very sorry to hear your news. Sending you my best wishes and lots of hugs xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 You poor thing . Lots of love and hugs from me. I'm so sorry about all the other terrible news too . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitbag Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear your news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Oh my goodness, what an awful time for you, so sorry. I wish you all the very best *hugs* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 What a stressful time for you all. MIL had a grade 3, had lumpectomy and chemo and is now 15 years down the line and fighting fit. Good luck with your treatment, my thoughts and good vibes are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I'm so sorry to read this Joybelle. You have had an awful time of it. I wish you all the best in your treatment. Take care (((Big Hugs))) x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minnie&Moose Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 So sorry to hear you've been having such a hard time. Hugs and all best wishes. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Oh what an awful awful thing to happen. I'm so sorry, but thank goodness for screening. Doesn't sound like you're going to be having much fun for the next few weeks either but SO glad they got it all out. A friend of mine had breast cancer a few years ago and I watched her go through the terrible fear and stress but she is absolutely fine now, all clear and fighting fit. Wishing you all the luck in the world and also to the rest of your friends and family, you must all be due a HUGE upturn in fortunes now. Lots of love hun BeckyBoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Oh Joy, i am so sorry to hear this. Sending you and yours lots of ((hugs)) and best wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Im so sorry to hear your terrible news and im wishing you all the best in your treatment and hoping things pick up for your friends & family soon xox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhotchick Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Joybelle, I hope things get better for you and your family. You know you can post here anytime for support and advice. It's good that it was picked up as part of a screening programme, and a reminder for those who are eligible to attend the screening when invited. I'm sorry to hear about the redundancies close to you, it is affecting so many people (including myself). I think it's worth mentioning on this thread that Macmillan offer financial advice and support and may be able to help anyone affected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 So sorry to hear your news Joy Just wanted to send you lots of love and positive vibes... Thinking of you xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Oh Joybelle, what can I say? I really pray that the worst is behind you all now (((hugs))) xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 So sorry to hear about your news, but they did find it and have removed it all which is good. A friend of mine had a grade 3, 4 years on she is fighting fit and thoroughly enjoying life. Best wishes. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Palmer Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 So sorry to hear all you and your family have been through. Sending you lots of positive vibes and good wishes that the treatment continues to go well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freespiritbutterfly Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 How awful! so sorry to hear about your sad news.Lots of positive virbes heading your way with armfuls of hugs x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
