I got the results at work today...

Gabe N Abby Mom
Gabe N Abby Mom Member Posts: 2,413
in Breast Cancer #1
...that little lump wasn't just scar tissue.

I don't have a plan of attack yet. The surgeon is recommending a CT or PET scan for "restaging", nothing scheduled yet. I'll definitely need surgery to try and get clean margins again, no schedule for that either. I haven't talked with the onc yet, so I don't know what he's thinking about all this. I will keep all of you posted.

For those of you who are "newbies" reading this...Please don't let this scare you. We each have our own ride on this roller coaster. We might share the chemo part of the ride, or the rads part and hold hands to get through the icky scary parts. But this happens to be my roller coaster, yours is and will be a different ride.

Hugs,

Linda
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  • MAJW
    MAJW Member Posts: 2,510 Member
    #2
    Oh boy...
    This sucks, Linda!...... I'm sorry and I understand....for some of us,, me included, this roller coaster keeps rolling......I'm on Xeloda and my third week of radiation.....again...please keep us posted because you know we truly care....and If I can help in anyway....
    Hugs, Nancy
  • skipper54
    skipper54 Member Posts: 936 Member
    #3
    MAJW said:

    Oh boy...
    This sucks, Linda!...... I'm sorry and I understand....for some of us,, me included, this roller coaster keeps rolling......I'm on Xeloda and my third week of radiation.....again...please keep us posted because you know we truly care....and If I can help in anyway....
    Hugs, Nancy

    Oh crap!
    Please keep us posted. Prayers are coming your way!!!!!!! and {{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}
  • Reikigemgirl
    Reikigemgirl Member Posts: 278
    #4
    Holding you...
    in positive thoughts and prayers.

    I just found a lump in my "good breast" and have to go to my primary care physician tomorrow and I imagine she will order a mammogram. Then the biopsy, etc. We know the drill.

    Love and Light,
    Vicki
  • lynn1950
    lynn1950 Member Posts: 2,570
    #5
    You are in my prayers,
    You are in my prayers, Linda. xoxoxox Lynn
  • butterflylvr
    butterflylvr Member Posts: 944
    #6
    lynn1950 said:

    You are in my prayers,
    You are in my prayers, Linda. xoxoxox Lynn

    Linda,
    You are truly amazing. In what should be another roller coaster ride of emotions you find strength to comfort those of us still in the "first and hopefully" last battle with the beast. I can tell you will do just fine, but don't forget a lot of us are sitting beside you on your ride.

    Hugs,
    Lorrie
  • Clementine_P
    Clementine_P Member Posts: 518 Member
    #7
    So sorry
    Linda, I am so sorry to hear this. I am glad that you are staying strong and going into this with a fighting attitude. Keep fighting, you can win.

    I am amazed that even while you were in the midst of absorbing scary news, you took the time to think of others here. You are really incredible.

    You are in my thoughts.

    Clementine
  • joannstar
    joannstar Member Posts: 403 Member
    #8
    Waiting for the
    biopsy on the lump in my other breast myself. Less than 2 weeks away now. Sh$$--this just isn't fair!!
    Being triple negative like you, I'm quite scared...I wish you luck in your process!
    I'm going to seek out counseling (1 year out now from last surgery) to learn to deal with this rollercoaster ride we're on.
    Hugs,
    JoAnn
  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
    #9
    joannstar said:

    Waiting for the
    biopsy on the lump in my other breast myself. Less than 2 weeks away now. Sh$$--this just isn't fair!!
    Being triple negative like you, I'm quite scared...I wish you luck in your process!
    I'm going to seek out counseling (1 year out now from last surgery) to learn to deal with this rollercoaster ride we're on.
    Hugs,
    JoAnn

    Sending you
    positive thoughts and energy. I'm really sorry you have to deal with this.

    xoxo
    Victoria
  • Christmas Girl
    Christmas Girl Member Posts: 3,682 Member
    #10
    Awww, CRAP!!!
    DAMMIT!!! My heart breaks each & every time a sister here must face a 2nd battle. Which is exactly why, long ago, I invented my imaginary magic wand... Which doesn't seem to work as well as I wish (sigh)... :-(

    Lately, seems like an almost epidemic here on the Board. I know exactly how you feel, Linda. All we can do: take a deep breath, move forward only one step at a time.

    Sending heartfelt HOPES for the best possible scenario. And hugs backatcha.

    Kind regards, Susan
  • MyTurnNow
    MyTurnNow Member Posts: 2,686 Member
    #11
    Linda, I'm right there with
    Linda, I'm right there with you, too. Sending strength to you to get through all the testing phase and unknown, again. There seems to be just way too much of this happening lately. We are here for you and will walk every step of the way hand in hand.

    I just started chemo last Friday for my 3rd test with this beast!! Hang in there!
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #12
    MyTurnNow said:

    Linda, I'm right there with
    Linda, I'm right there with you, too. Sending strength to you to get through all the testing phase and unknown, again. There seems to be just way too much of this happening lately. We are here for you and will walk every step of the way hand in hand.

    I just started chemo last Friday for my 3rd test with this beast!! Hang in there!

    Linda, You such a class act....
    Always thinking of others, offering encouraging, support and hope... putting others before yourself.

    I hate that the beast has reared its ugly head again -- Please know that we are all behind you and the next phase of your battle. Put on your heels, and lets get ready to kick some buttt.

    I am praying and thinking of you, your family,(Gabe and Abby) -- as I am positive that you will address this new phase of battle with grace, dignity, strength, perseverance, class and sass!

    Strength, Courage and Hope.

    Vicki Sam
  • Mitzi333
    Mitzi333 Member Posts: 511 Member
    #13
    VickiSam said:

    Linda, You such a class act....
    Always thinking of others, offering encouraging, support and hope... putting others before yourself.

    I hate that the beast has reared its ugly head again -- Please know that we are all behind you and the next phase of your battle. Put on your heels, and lets get ready to kick some buttt.

    I am praying and thinking of you, your family,(Gabe and Abby) -- as I am positive that you will address this new phase of battle with grace, dignity, strength, perseverance, class and sass!

    Strength, Courage and Hope.

    Vicki Sam

    Linda...my prayers are with you and your family
    Hate to hear this news!!! You're in my prayers throughout this roller coaster ride.

    Sending positive vibes your way.

    Hugs~
    Mitzi
  • Different Ballgame
    Different Ballgame Member Posts: 868
    #14
    The Waiting Again
    Dear Linda,

    Once more the waiting game for the tests and results. You are correct. It is a roller coaster, one ride that none of was want to be on.

    You are very calm and always positive. I hope the testing is done quickly so you will know your plan of attack. God bless you and watch over you.

    Lots of Hugs and Lots of Love
    Janelle
  • missrenee
    missrenee Member Posts: 2,136 Member
    #15
    Mitzi333 said:

    Linda...my prayers are with you and your family
    Hate to hear this news!!! You're in my prayers throughout this roller coaster ride.

    Sending positive vibes your way.

    Hugs~
    Mitzi

    I hated reading this, Linda
    but with your usual grace and strength you'll deal with this and move on yet again. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and I'm sending a ton of positive energy your way today. Hang in there.

    Hugs, Renee
  • cahjah75
    cahjah75 Member Posts: 2,631
    #16
    Linda
    sorry to hear this latest news. You have a good grip on your situation and seem calm. I applaud your thinking of others. Hoping that all your drs get things going soon so that you can once again be on the road to recovery. Sending you healing thoughts and know that you are in my prayers.
    {{hugs}} Char
  • GreeneyedGirl
    GreeneyedGirl Member Posts: 1,077
    #17
    cahjah75 said:

    Linda
    sorry to hear this latest news. You have a good grip on your situation and seem calm. I applaud your thinking of others. Hoping that all your drs get things going soon so that you can once again be on the road to recovery. Sending you healing thoughts and know that you are in my prayers.
    {{hugs}} Char

    Hey Linda~
    You are a true warrior, encouraging us on, while you fight so strongly. I am disappointed for you in those results. Now to face a new round of attack. We band together to lift each other up in the tough times. And you are in our thoughts as you go through this. Praying for continued hope, strength and wisdom for you and for the team that will get you thru this.
    ~Melanie
  • fauxma
    fauxma Member Posts: 3,577 Member
    #18
    Linda,
    So sorry that this
    Linda,
    So sorry that this wasn't just scar tissue. Dang it anyway. I think it is wonderful that you have concern for newbies and actually any of us oldbies and said that this is how your cancer is progressing. We all tend to hear this news and then worry that maybe ours will do the same. And it is so true that we can't know for sure how ours will or won't progress. And doing this why you have your own worries. you are amazing. Prayers are being sent to you. I am hoping that it will be small and treatable and nothing more will be found in your other tests. Your courage and forthright manner are so admirable.
    Stef
  • Heatherbelle
    Heatherbelle Member Posts: 1,226 Member
    #19
    Aww Linda I'm really sad
    Aww Linda I'm really sad hearing this. And how thoughtful of you to put other's peace of mind before your own. You know we're here for you. Sending all my love & hugs & good stuff :)
    xoxo
    Heather
  • RE
    RE Member Posts: 4,591 Member
    #20
    :-(
    Linda, I am so bummed to read this! I know that you are strong and will do what is needed to beat this down. I am just up the freeway from you so if you find that you need me for something I am there for you! I have had 3 recurances, always scary so my heart goes out to you! Please contact me if you need something.

    Hugs,

    RE
  • camul
    camul Member Posts: 2,537
    #21
    Another, not what we wanted to hear.
    So sorry that you have to do this again. Good thing is that it sounds like it is being caught quickly and you are on top of it. There has been so much of this lately, but something tells me it is because they are picking stuff up earlier.

    My prayers and hugs go out to you Linda, this sucks but it is a hump that you can get over.

    ~Carol

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