All clear, and ready to 'Live my Life' ... or so I am told!

VickiSam
VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
Everything went well, even tho I was anxious .. My new girls, Barbie and Bambi were introduced to the entire Oncology Ward.

The girls made their grand entrance into Oncology today .. As Regina was busy examining me, my doctor came in, neglecting to close the door. Meanwhile, many patients along with loved one .. walked by looking into the opened 'room' === glancing at me, while Doctor M, and Regina (PA) .. pushed, pulled and ogled the girls. I gently excused myself, walked pass both of my 'medical' professionals to closed the door. They looked at me, and I looked at them, then .. we all had a good laugh! Yes, my boobzilla's were the 'hit' of the day.

I had a list of questions to ask Dr. M, and he answered each and every one. He also agreed to order an MRI, on my next visit. I have no health insurance, so I will be paying for the MRI, myself .. Okay, what can he say? UCLA, along with NC CN guidelines state, no. I push forward.

No drug or hormones needed .. Year long Herceptin took care of that .. DCIS - Stage 1, Grade 1A, aggressive - dense TCH chemo infusions, along with my option for a bi-lateral, and subsequent reconstruction .. no mam mo needed, as well.

My only follow up .. is blood work - every 3 to 4 months, for the next 5 years. My option .. is to also include .. MRI each year.

So, I hugged and greeted each and everyone of my health care professionals associated with my treatment .. along with handing out cup cakes .. and a few pages of my 'BOOK'!

We have been out and about all day, and Dr. M left a message on our home voicemail indicating he is interest in reading more of my ''Breast Cancer, book'' .. how awesome is THAT!!!!!

My breast Cancer book has turned into 2 .. over 22 chapters! Still gathering recipes for 'our' Breast Cancer' Survivor Cookbook as well!

Hap Hap Happy ... Sister in PINK - WARRIOR, SURVIVOR ... Ned 1.1 year, and 1 counting..

Vicki Sam
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Comments

  • lizzie17
    lizzie17 Member Posts: 548
    so very happy for you!
    That is wonderful news and I know you feel so relieved now. Sounds like you
    have a great medical team, who supports you as a person and not just the medical issues.

    :) congrats and hugs,
    Carol
  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
    Whew
    Relief, girlfriend!!

    xoxo
    Victoria
  • linpsu
    linpsu Member Posts: 747
    YAY!
    So happy to hear your great news! I know how worried you were and I'm glad you can joke about flashing everyone at the office - I'm sure they all enjoyed the show!
    Hugs,
    Linda
  • taleena
    taleena Member Posts: 1,612 Member
    Wooo Hooo I am celebrating
    Wooo Hooo I am celebrating with you Vicki!!! And I'm sorry, but I have to admit, I got a laugh from the girls making their appearance to "everyone" at the doctors office...lol... thanks for giving me that laugh today... I needed it~~~~!!!!~~~~


    Congratulations and great big celebratory ((((HUGS))))

    ~T
  • Bella Luna
    Bella Luna Member Posts: 1,578 Member
    This is FANTASTIC news! I
    This is FANTASTIC news! I am thrilled for YOU! Your book sounds like a terrific read too. Congratulations to you.
    BL
  • BlownAway60
    BlownAway60 Member Posts: 851
    Happy for you.
    Hugs
    Donna

    Happy for you.

    Hugs

    Donna
  • jessiesmom1
    jessiesmom1 Member Posts: 915 Member
    Congratulations
    Congratulations on the "birth" of the twins Barbie and Bambi. What a wonderful attitude you have towards all of this. When I do my own reconstruction, in a couple of months I think, I will try my best to take your lead.
  • woodsygal
    woodsygal Member Posts: 64

    Congratulations
    Congratulations on the "birth" of the twins Barbie and Bambi. What a wonderful attitude you have towards all of this. When I do my own reconstruction, in a couple of months I think, I will try my best to take your lead.

    Laughing.....
    Oh the names for the girls are sweet! I am so glad you are doing well!! Congratulations! I am all clear too. Thanks for the sense of humor Vickisam!!!!Carlie
  • momofbcb
    momofbcb Member Posts: 22
    I was kinda stressed out
    I was kinda stressed out today but you made me laugh. Best of wishes
  • momofbcb
    momofbcb Member Posts: 22
    I was kinda stressed out
    I was kinda stressed out today but you made me laugh. Best of wishes
  • pinkkari09
    pinkkari09 Member Posts: 877
    Girl, you are hillarious
    You crack me up!! I'm SO SO SO happy for you!! It's awesome to hear someone is in the clear, it gives me hope! Thank you for sharing your story about the babes, that made my day as well. Here's hoping you have many more of these "clear" visits and may you rest at ease knowing you have beat the beast into remission. CONGRATS again dear, BIG HUGS and,
    Mountains of Love,
    Kari
  • pinkflutterby
    pinkflutterby Member Posts: 615 Member

    Girl, you are hillarious
    You crack me up!! I'm SO SO SO happy for you!! It's awesome to hear someone is in the clear, it gives me hope! Thank you for sharing your story about the babes, that made my day as well. Here's hoping you have many more of these "clear" visits and may you rest at ease knowing you have beat the beast into remission. CONGRATS again dear, BIG HUGS and,
    Mountains of Love,
    Kari

    Complete & total
    Complete & total AWESOMENESS!!!
  • Marsha Mulvey
    Marsha Mulvey Member Posts: 597 Member

    Complete & total
    Complete & total AWESOMENESS!!!

    oh happy day
    and Happy Valentine's Day too!
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294

    oh happy day
    and Happy Valentine's Day too!

    Congratulations Vicki
    Congratulations, I am very happy for you.
    Have we (pink sisters) made to your "cancer book" or it will be book # 3?
    Hugs,
    New Flower
  • lynn1950
    lynn1950 Member Posts: 2,570
    Congratulations, Vicki Sam!
    Congratulations, Vicki Sam! xoxoxxo Lynn
  • aztec45
    aztec45 Member Posts: 757
    Fantastic
    That is fantastic news. Congrats. I am so happy for you. I would like to see your cookbook when you are done with it.
  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member
    aztec45 said:

    Fantastic
    That is fantastic news. Congrats. I am so happy for you. I would like to see your cookbook when you are done with it.

    you crack me up!
    you crack me up! congratualtions!!!!
  • ladyg
    ladyg Member Posts: 1,577
    Congratulations
    on your wonderful news. This is just the kind of thing we all like to hear. Finish your book and enjoy.

    Hugs,
    Georgia
  • fauxma
    fauxma Member Posts: 3,577 Member
    ladyg said:

    Congratulations
    on your wonderful news. This is just the kind of thing we all like to hear. Finish your book and enjoy.

    Hugs,
    Georgia

    Your day was awesome on so
    Your day was awesome on so many levels. The girls were admired by one and all. You are doing great. And the doctor wants to see more of your book. So glad for you.
    Stef
  • catlover6
    catlover6 Member Posts: 10
    Congrats!
    That's awesome news. Would you be willing to share your 'book' even though you're not completely done with it ? I am a newbee and would love to have some of your wisdom.
    thanks, Sue