surgery June 10th, one day before my bday.

becmag69
becmag69 Member Posts: 7
in Breast Cancer #1
Back in May 23, I posted about my DCIS. I am scheduled to have surgery June 10th, a day before my bday. I will have a lumpectomy & a sentinel lymph node biopsy with a possibility of axillary lymph node removal. As the days go by & my surgery date approaches I am feeling anxious. I am really uneasy about the injection, radioactive contrast dye, I will get right before the surgery. From the posts I've read on this discussion board I'm afraid of the pain I may feel. I am grateful that my husband will stay with me till I am taken to the o.r. I am fortunate to have a supportive husband, family, & friends.

For the past few days I feel like I have a knot in my stomach.
Becca
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  • laughs_a_lot
    laughs_a_lot Member Posts: 1,368 Member
    #2
    the shot
    I think that they give the shot after ansestesia. I don't recall feeling the shot. Yes there will be some pain from the surgery. But it lessens each day so you will be able to see progress. Will put you on the prayer list.
  • KathiM
    KathiM Member Posts: 8,028 Member
    #3
    First of all, Happy Birthday!!!
    My daughter's is on June 10.

    Now, as far as the rest....

    When I was waiting for my epidural for my 'other' cancer (rectal) surgery, I had my head on a pillow and the nurse was standing next to me...I said "I am a tiny bit frightened". To which she replied "It's OK. Everything will be alright. I will take good care of you!" and put her arms around me.

    And then I drifted to sleep.

    With my lumpectomy for the breast cancer, I think the dye was placed after I was already sleeping....it was all over before I knew it!

    BIG hugs to you, dearheart...and look beyond Friday to your birthday!!! A special one at that!!!! mmmmmm....cake....lalalalalala!

    Hugs, Kathi
  • cavediver
    cavediver Member Posts: 607
    #4
    You will be
    You will be allright.......you have strength and love on your side! A supportive husband at your side...you can channel off of the love. Being scared is normal...but chances are you will not feel a thing...you will wake up and it will have been all done and you can celebrate Life on your birthday. Hang in there..........hugs sent your way
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #5
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #6
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #7
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #8
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #9
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #10
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • liveinhope
    liveinhope Member Posts: 83
    #11
    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #12
    cavediver said:

    You will be
    You will be allright.......you have strength and love on your side! A supportive husband at your side...you can channel off of the love. Being scared is normal...but chances are you will not feel a thing...you will wake up and it will have been all done and you can celebrate Life on your birthday. Hang in there..........hugs sent your way

    I wanted to be sure and wish
    I wanted to be sure and wish you good luck with your surgery. Everything will be fine. It is natural to be afraid or worried about the pain. I really didn't have a lot of pain.

    How wonderful your husband will be with you. How lucky you are.


    Good luck to you and I will be praying for you.


    Sue :)
  • missrenee
    missrenee Member Posts: 2,136 Member
    #13
    liveinhope said:

    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha

    You can do this
    and you will be all right. I know that fear--before the event. But remember, most of our fears never happen and when they do, they're not as bad as we imagined. You will have a good birthday knowing it's over and you did just fine.

    Hugs, Renee
  • Kylez
    Kylez Member Posts: 3,761 Member
    #14
    liveinhope said:

    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha

    Happy Birthday early and
    Happy Birthday early and praying for a successful surgery for you and a quick recovery.


    Hugs, Kylez
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
    #15
    KathiM said:

    First of all, Happy Birthday!!!
    My daughter's is on June 10.

    Now, as far as the rest....

    When I was waiting for my epidural for my 'other' cancer (rectal) surgery, I had my head on a pillow and the nurse was standing next to me...I said "I am a tiny bit frightened". To which she replied "It's OK. Everything will be alright. I will take good care of you!" and put her arms around me.

    And then I drifted to sleep.

    With my lumpectomy for the breast cancer, I think the dye was placed after I was already sleeping....it was all over before I knew it!

    BIG hugs to you, dearheart...and look beyond Friday to your birthday!!! A special one at that!!!! mmmmmm....cake....lalalalalala!

    Hugs, Kathi

    Good luck with your surgery
    Good luck with your surgery and happy birthday!


    Hugs, Megan
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
    #16
    liveinhope said:

    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha

    Good luck with your surgery
    Good luck with your surgery on the 10th and wishing you a happy birthday!
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    #17
    liveinhope said:

    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha

    I'm wishing you a very happy
    I'm wishing you a very happy birthday and a successful surgery!

    Hugs, Debby
  • sbmly53
    sbmly53 Member Posts: 1,522
    #18
    Becca
    I always say the fear of the unknown is the scariest part. Even though you have been told whats going to happen, imagining it happening to you is surreal.

    You can do this. I'm sure your surgeon will order something to help relax you before the procedures start. Ativan, or something like it, about 2 hours prior is often prescribed. Ask your dr to make sure this is done.

    We will all be there with you, sweetie. Many prayers will be said for both you and your medical team. Positive thoughts and well wishes and a big pink bus parked right outside.

    Big and tender hugs,

    Sue
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #19
    liveinhope said:

    I remember going through
    I remember going through this more than 18 years ago.It was much easier than I had anticipated.I underwent mastectomy and the pain was not too bad at all.The knot in the pit of the stomach!!That takes more time to unravel.One day at a time,my dear,and you will be fine.A very happy birthday! Nisha

    Good luck with your surgery.
    Good luck with your surgery.


    And, I hope you have a nice birthday!
  • sea60
    sea60 Member Posts: 2,613
    #20
    We all know that feeling Becca,
    just know we'll be going with you on the Pink Bus so don't worry, you're taking all of us with you!

    Praying for you, hugs,

    Sylvia
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
    #21
    sbmly53 said:

    Becca
    I always say the fear of the unknown is the scariest part. Even though you have been told whats going to happen, imagining it happening to you is surreal.

    You can do this. I'm sure your surgeon will order something to help relax you before the procedures start. Ativan, or something like it, about 2 hours prior is often prescribed. Ask your dr to make sure this is done.

    We will all be there with you, sweetie. Many prayers will be said for both you and your medical team. Positive thoughts and well wishes and a big pink bus parked right outside.

    Big and tender hugs,

    Sue

    I took Ativan before my
    I took Ativan before my surgery and it does help to relax you. Ask your doctor if he can prescribe some for you.


    Good luck

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