I was diagnosed with breast cancer

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  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
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    Just wondering how you are
    Just wondering how you are doing Angel. Post if you want to soon. Praying for you!
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    mmontero38 said:

    Welcome Angel
    So sorry Angel, that you too have to go through with this but I'm glad you found us. There is a great number of people also going through this on this site who you will soon know are the great group of family anyone would ever want. They are supportive, funny, uplifting, and most of all understand exactly what you are going through. Please feel free to post any questions you may have and we'll try to answer to the best of our ability. Btw, you haven't stated what type, stage, grade? Do you know? Hugs, Lili

    Thanks
    I felt your warm welcome to join this group. I am still in the state of shock, though I am trying to keep my self calm. The type is invasive ductal carcinoma and grade II.

    I had my MRI already this week. Next, month I am scheduled for surgery.

    Thank you for letting me feel that I have you and this group to help me and walk with me through this ordeal.
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    CR1954 said:

    Hi Angel........
    Welcome to the board, but sorry about your dx.

    Yes, it is very hard to accept. But also necessary at some point, I'm afraid.

    It is all very new to you, but you will find out from the wonderful people here, that life does go on. And you will go on too.
    If you have questions, ask. If you want to rant, go ahead. If you have fears, voice them. We all have done so, and still do.

    Bug hugs,
    CR

    Thanks
    I thank you for welcoming me here. I will endeed seek help from you guys to answer the so many questions I have in my mind, to clarify things, to better understand the issue and hope for the complete healing of this sickness.
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    Christmas Girl said:

    Warm welcome, angel143
    Glad you found us, though sorry for the reason. You are so new to this world, and are dealing with some of the worst of it right now. Diagnosis is beyond difficult. Please know that here, you are surrounded by SURVIVORS. Yes, it's a frightening disease; but, also very treatable. We're all here to support and encourage each other. And, we'll be here for you and with you every step along the way.

    Best wishes to you.

    Kind regards, Susan

    Thanks
    Your words enlightened my worries. I have to know that there are SURVIVORS that would encourage me to go on and fight to survive.

    Thank you.
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    tommaseena said:

    Angel
    First-Welcome.
    Second-Get a copy of your path report from your doctor and go over it with him-line for line and ask what everything means. If the at the end of the report states "Prognostic immunohistochemical staining will be deferred unless specifically requested" Ask you doctor to request this so then you will know if it is hormone driven(Estrogen or Progesterone) or HER2.

    With the special stainings completed it may help with the decision you have to make.

    We are here for you anytime.

    Hugs,
    Margo

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    I thank you for posting your reply.
    I asked my doctor about this. He explained it though, but the information did not sink in at that time.

    For progesterone and Estrogen the result was positive and HER2 was negative.
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    kathybolar said:

    Thinking of you...
    Just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. My mom was just diagnosed probably at the same time as you--and I have been a roller coaster of emotions. The first day I was incredibly angry and the second day all I could do was cry. Then had to start thinking toward the future...

    I have devoured the internet to just learn about this. To me, education is powerful. And I have found this group to be so full of wisdom--

    God bless...
    Kathy

    Thanks
    I have the same feeling. I still feel the same. I felt I have come to the end of the rope.

    But, thank you. And yes, I agree, I have to do my own homework to learn more about this and how to face the trial with courage.
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    tgf said:

    Too much information
    I agree with Mimi ... that sometimes you can drive yourself crazy looking up stuff on the internet ... and most of it probably doesn't apply to you. Instead it will just scare you and add more stress and worry and you don't need that now.

    When I was firt diagnosed I looked on the internet ... but I just looked at the basics ... and not a lot of that technical/medical talk. I got the information which applied to ME from my surgeon ... and oncologist. Once I got MY diagnosis ... and plan of attack ... then I knew what I was dealing with ... and thank goodness ... that's when I found this discussion board. I've asked a zillion questions ... and gotten great answers and support. It's also been very rewarding to know that maybe I've been able to answer questions from others ... and I've been able to offer my support ... and "long-distance/virtual" hugs.

    So anytime you need or want to "talk" ... we're here.

    hugs.
    teena

    Thanks
    Thanks and virtual hug is appreciated.
  • angel143
    angel143 Member Posts: 41
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    Noel said:

    Just wondering how you are
    Just wondering how you are doing Angel. Post if you want to soon. Praying for you!

    Thank you so much
    I am grateful that I found this site. I have heard of lots of encouragement. These made me feel I am not alone, that I have you as my inspirations, and that one day I will claim to be one of the SURVIVORS.

    It is really terrifying. I have something inside my heart that I wanted to burst, but I can't. Because I thought, it would just worsen my situation. I just have to calm my self down and have to contemplate and pray a lot. This situation makes me cling more to God, for I know He will be my greatest doctor and healer.

    As I go through this fight, I will always remember that I have this group ever supportive.

    Thank you so much. These days I will try to keep posting.
  • Akiss4me
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    angel143 said:

    Thank you so much
    I am grateful that I found this site. I have heard of lots of encouragement. These made me feel I am not alone, that I have you as my inspirations, and that one day I will claim to be one of the SURVIVORS.

    It is really terrifying. I have something inside my heart that I wanted to burst, but I can't. Because I thought, it would just worsen my situation. I just have to calm my self down and have to contemplate and pray a lot. This situation makes me cling more to God, for I know He will be my greatest doctor and healer.

    As I go through this fight, I will always remember that I have this group ever supportive.

    Thank you so much. These days I will try to keep posting.

    Angel....
    Remember...."The Will of God will never take you to a place where the Grace of God will not protect you." This helps me to humble myself and except my situation and know that it will be OK in the end!! :) Pammy
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
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    angel143 said:

    Thank you so much
    I am grateful that I found this site. I have heard of lots of encouragement. These made me feel I am not alone, that I have you as my inspirations, and that one day I will claim to be one of the SURVIVORS.

    It is really terrifying. I have something inside my heart that I wanted to burst, but I can't. Because I thought, it would just worsen my situation. I just have to calm my self down and have to contemplate and pray a lot. This situation makes me cling more to God, for I know He will be my greatest doctor and healer.

    As I go through this fight, I will always remember that I have this group ever supportive.

    Thank you so much. These days I will try to keep posting.

    Angel, we will be here for
    Angel, we will be here for you. Maybe you should ask your oncologist for something for your nerves, to just calm you down when you need it. We are survivors, don't forget that!
  • aurora2009
    aurora2009 Member Posts: 544 Member
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    angel143 said:

    Thank you so much
    I am grateful that I found this site. I have heard of lots of encouragement. These made me feel I am not alone, that I have you as my inspirations, and that one day I will claim to be one of the SURVIVORS.

    It is really terrifying. I have something inside my heart that I wanted to burst, but I can't. Because I thought, it would just worsen my situation. I just have to calm my self down and have to contemplate and pray a lot. This situation makes me cling more to God, for I know He will be my greatest doctor and healer.

    As I go through this fight, I will always remember that I have this group ever supportive.

    Thank you so much. These days I will try to keep posting.

    Gald to see you came back
    I wondered what had happened to you, but I knew you must of been dealing with rhis in your own way. I was dx'ed about the same time you were and came here for answers and support, I am still waiting for my surgoen to call with a date for my surgury, but I know it won't be long now.
    This site has been a great source of inspiration for me, especially on days when I feel like just staying in bed and pretending this isn't happening to me.

    The biggest thing I've learned here is to take every day one at a time.

    Take care Angel and God bless

    Your friend

    Aurora
  • ladydi1
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    maryannrogers said:

    Angel,,,,,I'm so sorry. I
    Angel,,,,,I'm so sorry. I just found out this past week I have breast cancer also. I had a biopsy this past Friday and found out it was most likely invasive lobular carcinoma. Will know more when the pathologist report comes back and see a surgeon. Have been going through so many emotions, not to say I'm scared to death. Had a mammogram last December which came out fine. My daughter who is an MRI tech said they needed some volunteers to check the machine and asked if I wanted to have this done since it wouldn't cost nothing. She said as soon as the dye was injected it all showed up. Of course, she couldn't say anything until the radiologist read it and contacted me. Thank God they got me in for a biopsy Friday and that's where I am again. Just going CRAZY.

    Welcome Angel and MaryAnn
    I'm so sorry you have just joined the club that no one wants to belong to; but offers the greatest support and understanding you will ever find.
    Please remember to breathe and, as hard as it is, take it one day at a time. Breast Cancer , and all that comes with it can be overwhelming. Most important know it is okay to cry, to be mad, to be depressed and to laugh (yes you will, you'll see!) These are the many emotions that come with the diagnosis and this is the place to rant and rave and laugh and cry and you will find so many hugs and so much support from women walking in your shoes.
    Hugs,
    Ladydi1
  • jnl
    jnl Member Posts: 3,869 Member
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    aurora2009 said:

    Hi Angel my name is Aurora I
    Hi Angel my name is Aurora I just joined today and read all of the posts sent to you first. It sounds like we're going to be going through this together. Check out my posts and get back to me. It would be nice to compare our new journey together. God Bless you.
    Aurora

    Aurora
    Hi Aurora. I want to welcome you to the site. Sorry, I just now saw your posting. I wish you the best and hope to read more of your posts. Leeza :)

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