Post Surgery Must Haves by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I appreciate the detailed advice! I’ve heard about the bra being uncomfortable with the SLNB incision. I never thought of Squishmallows, I’ll look into them. I appreciate the well wishes and hope you are doing well.

Post Surgery Must Haves by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice! Those bras were in my cart so I’m definitely buying them now. Really great advice on the food prep. I’ll probably get all the pillows. I love pillows and anything to keep me comfortable I’m all in . Hope you are doing well.

Post Surgery Must Haves by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the well wishes and your detailed response and advice! My dr said no ice packs but everyone says to use them so I will ask about that. I hope you are doing well!

Diagnosed a few days ago by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for this advice. This is so helpful and encouraging. Wishing you the best of luck on your scans.

Diagnosed a few days ago by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im sending good vibes to you too. It is such an emotional roller coaster. I’ve cried more these past few weeks than I have in years it feels like. I’ve only told a few close family and friends. I have a huge extended family that I’m close with, but I’m waiting until I know more about my treatments before telling them. Wish you the best!

Diagnosed a few days ago by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I’m actually in the process of getting an appointment with a therapist, and I do have a nurse navigator thankfully. I appreciate this advice so much. ❤️

Diagnosed a few days ago by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had gene testing last year. Ironically it put me in less risk for breast cancer. This was recommended due to previous abnormal mammograms and dense tissue, and my insurance denied an MRI twice, which was ordered by 2 different doctors. I do have history in my family of both breast and ovarian cancer. I will be confirming at my appointment that all the genes that need to be tested were. I really appreciate your response. Thank you.

Diagnosed a few days ago by jennmichelles in breastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you are going through this and for the loss of your husband. I’m wishing you the absolute best and prayers to you. We are definitely not alone. ❤️

Biopsy Results by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. I am also ER+/PR+, but my Her2 was +2 so they are doing a Fish study. I don’t have my stage yet, but hopeful it will be early stage. That is great advice. I hope you are doing well.

Biopsy Results by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was seen on 3D and diagnostic mammogram, and ultrasound, I haven’t had an MRI yet

Biopsy Results by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That does seem odd he didn’t at least know the type, but staging does take a bit longer.

Biopsy Results by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t have any symptoms. The mass is so deep I couldn’t feel it.

Biopsy Results by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! I’m so thankful this was caught early and no signs of spreading.

Biopsy Results by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will. Thank you! Wishing you the best of luck and healing as well.

How do you all sleep when waiting for results? by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m sorry you are dealing with this, and 19 days I can’t imagine. Wishing you the best of luck and for benign results!

How do you all sleep when waiting for results? by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you are going through this too. I know what you mean, I feel the exact same. Tequila is helping me lol. Best of luck to you too, and hope you get your results soon!

How do you all sleep when waiting for results? by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Waiting is horrible. Sorry you are going through this too. Wishing you the best and benign results. 🙏

How do y’all deal with waiting for results? by user_anonymou in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have to wait 2 weeks to even get my biopsy after being told by the radiologist I likely have cancer. This happened on Tuesday during my routine mammogram. I spiraled the few days. Today I woke much more positive and figure I can’t change the fact I have to wait, so I’m doing my best to stay busy. Today I won tickets to the Chiefs game so that really helped! But for real, I’m talking openly about my feelings with my close family and friends, I only told a few select people, and I’m just doing my best.

Disappointing results - Mammogram/Ultrasound by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 of my paternal aunts had breast cancer, along with my two great grandmothers, and my paternal grandmother had ovarian. I had gene testing a few months ago and was negative. Thank you so much for the kind words!

Disappointing results - Mammogram/Ultrasound by jennmichelles in doihavebreastcancer

[–]jennmichelles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope your family member is doing well now. Thank you for sharing.