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Hi Cindy
First of all, try not to imagine the worst. I just had my first set of tests done (Dec. 10) post lumpectomy, axillary node dissection, chemo and rads. My mammo and ultrasound were okay. The MRI showed the area of the lumpectomy/scar tissue and the report said it was "probably due to post-op changes not probably not cancer." The radiologist recommended repeating the MRI in 6 months. My surgeon did not even want to do the MRI--said it wasn't necessary and would just show the post-op changes. He said this is just what he thought would show up, not to worry, and we'll just repeat the MRI in 6 months to make sure the area shows no change.
I did have the MRI guided biopsy before my lumpectomy. You lie face down just as you did with your MRI. The area is numbed with an injection of probably Lidocaine or something like it. Then pictures are taken. Then the radiologist comes in and puts in a hollow needle to extract the biopsy. The whole procedure took less than 15 minutes. I would like to tell you it didn't hurt a bit--but unfortunately mine did. However, others on here have reported that after they were numb, they didn't feel a thing. Mine was so deep--right up against the chest wall, that I think it was just a hard area to numb completely.
Try not to be nervous (I know--easily said than done). The waiting is the hardest part--and then the waiting for the results.
Sending you tons of positive energy and thoughts for a good result tomorrow. Keep us posted.
Hugs, Renee0 -
Thank youmissrenee said:Hi Cindy
First of all, try not to imagine the worst. I just had my first set of tests done (Dec. 10) post lumpectomy, axillary node dissection, chemo and rads. My mammo and ultrasound were okay. The MRI showed the area of the lumpectomy/scar tissue and the report said it was "probably due to post-op changes not probably not cancer." The radiologist recommended repeating the MRI in 6 months. My surgeon did not even want to do the MRI--said it wasn't necessary and would just show the post-op changes. He said this is just what he thought would show up, not to worry, and we'll just repeat the MRI in 6 months to make sure the area shows no change.
I did have the MRI guided biopsy before my lumpectomy. You lie face down just as you did with your MRI. The area is numbed with an injection of probably Lidocaine or something like it. Then pictures are taken. Then the radiologist comes in and puts in a hollow needle to extract the biopsy. The whole procedure took less than 15 minutes. I would like to tell you it didn't hurt a bit--but unfortunately mine did. However, others on here have reported that after they were numb, they didn't feel a thing. Mine was so deep--right up against the chest wall, that I think it was just a hard area to numb completely.
Try not to be nervous (I know--easily said than done). The waiting is the hardest part--and then the waiting for the results.
Sending you tons of positive energy and thoughts for a good result tomorrow. Keep us posted.
Hugs, Renee
Thanks Renee for the info and support. I will keep you posted. They said it would take 4-5 Day for the results.0 -
Oh Cindy,
I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this. I went through the same thing a few weeks ago and luckily it was nothing. However, not knowing was a b**ch. I cried all day. I know that I would be able to do it again, but the fact was that I didn't want to do it again and I didn't want to put my family through it again. Hang in there. Sending positive thoughts & prayers your way.
xoxo,
Jean0 -
Cindy
I had a stereostatic MRI assisted biopsy on my left breast after my breast MRI. It took about 45 min and I had to lay on my side afterwards for 15 min to keep it from bleeding. It really didn't hurt (dr numbed my breast). About 10 samples were taken. The only thing they forgot to tell me was to stop the baby aspirin and so I ended up with a huge purple hematoma. I had a bilateral mastectomy anyways so the breast was removed in the end. I had Lobular Carcinoma in Situ in that breast and 6.1 cm Invasive Lobular Carcinoma in the other breast. I hope it goes well for you and the results are ok.
{{hugs}} Char0 -
HMM - I haven't layed facemissrenee said:Hi Cindy
First of all, try not to imagine the worst. I just had my first set of tests done (Dec. 10) post lumpectomy, axillary node dissection, chemo and rads. My mammo and ultrasound were okay. The MRI showed the area of the lumpectomy/scar tissue and the report said it was "probably due to post-op changes not probably not cancer." The radiologist recommended repeating the MRI in 6 months. My surgeon did not even want to do the MRI--said it wasn't necessary and would just show the post-op changes. He said this is just what he thought would show up, not to worry, and we'll just repeat the MRI in 6 months to make sure the area shows no change.
I did have the MRI guided biopsy before my lumpectomy. You lie face down just as you did with your MRI. The area is numbed with an injection of probably Lidocaine or something like it. Then pictures are taken. Then the radiologist comes in and puts in a hollow needle to extract the biopsy. The whole procedure took less than 15 minutes. I would like to tell you it didn't hurt a bit--but unfortunately mine did. However, others on here have reported that after they were numb, they didn't feel a thing. Mine was so deep--right up against the chest wall, that I think it was just a hard area to numb completely.
Try not to be nervous (I know--easily said than done). The waiting is the hardest part--and then the waiting for the results.
Sending you tons of positive energy and thoughts for a good result tomorrow. Keep us posted.
Hugs, Renee
HMM - I haven't layed face down for any of my scans - face up for all.
Susan0 -
I'm sorry too Cindy that youJean 0609 said:Oh Cindy,
I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this. I went through the same thing a few weeks ago and luckily it was nothing. However, not knowing was a b**ch. I cried all day. I know that I would be able to do it again, but the fact was that I didn't want to do it again and I didn't want to put my family through it again. Hang in there. Sending positive thoughts & prayers your way.
xoxo,
Jean
I'm sorry too Cindy that you have to have more tests. I bet your doctor is just being extra careful in ordering the MRI biopsy. Since your mammo was ok, I am sure that everything will be fine. I know it is hard to not be anxious, but, take a nerve pill, try to relax, and stay positive!
I hate to say this is standard, but, I think many pink sisters have gone thru it because their doctors just want to make sure.
Good luck and sending prayers,
Kylez0 -
Cindyladyg said:Cindy
I have not had to go through this but I did want you to know that I will keep you in my thoughts and send you positive energy. I hope all turns out well for you.
Hugs,
Georgia
Sending positive thought. You will be all right.
Hugs0 -
Sending hugs and lots ofRague said:HMM - I haven't layed face
HMM - I haven't layed face down for any of my scans - face up for all.
Susan
Sending hugs and lots of prayers! Keep us posted!
Hugs, Jan0 -
Positive Pink ThoughtsNew Flower said:Cindy
Sending positive thought. You will be all right.
Hugs
Positive Pink Thoughts heading your way!
Be Well,
Dianne0 -
tHANK YOUHippiechick58 said:Positive Pink Thoughts
Positive Pink Thoughts heading your way!
Be Well,
Dianne
I have to go for 9:am I will keep you all posted. Thank you for all your prays and positive thoughts.
God Bless all of us for the stuff we have to so through. Cindy0 -
I haven't had the MRI biopsyladyg said:Cindy
I have not had to go through this but I did want you to know that I will keep you in my thoughts and send you positive energy. I hope all turns out well for you.
Hugs,
Georgia
I haven't had the MRI biopsy either, just a MRI. Praying for you and wishing you good luck.
Hugs, Leeza0 -
It will be finejnl said:I haven't had the MRI biopsy
I haven't had the MRI biopsy either, just a MRI. Praying for you and wishing you good luck.
Hugs, Leeza
Don't think until you have to, bad thoughts that is.stay lifted up and if you know God and you have a bible go to Psalms 23 it gives you peace repeat it learn it.MOLLYZ0 -
Positive thoughts, prayersNew Flower said:Cindy
Sending positive thought. You will be all right.
Hugs
Positive thoughts, prayers and gentle hugs for you Cindy!0 -
Try to stay positive Cindy
Try to stay positive Cindy and I'm sending prayers up for you right now!!
Miles of Love,
~Kari0 -
so sorry...
keep us updated....I have no advice just warm thoughts...
I have had MRI...0 -
Double mastectomy 2 months ago
Hi, I just want to say that a double mastectomy is not that bad. I had it done 2 months ago and I'm 49 with 2 teenagers at home. Losing your breast or breasts is NOT the worst thing that can happen to you! I'm so glad I chose to get rid of the potential problem to the best of my ability.
I hope everything comes back benign for you!
Nancy0 -
Up Date on MRI Biopsyhikerchick said:Double mastectomy 2 months ago
Hi, I just want to say that a double mastectomy is not that bad. I had it done 2 months ago and I'm 49 with 2 teenagers at home. Losing your breast or breasts is NOT the worst thing that can happen to you! I'm so glad I chose to get rid of the potential problem to the best of my ability.
I hope everything comes back benign for you!
Nancy
Well I went yesterday for my biopsy they did not do it because I took Aleve on Monday for a fever.I was so annoyed I just wanted to get it over. Of course when I got home they mailed me the instructions! So now I have to go back on Wednesday this coming week they are doing the MRI biopsy and an CT scan!! Do you think I be glowing it the dark from all the dyes? I just want it over to much stress in all of our lives. Thank all of you for thought and Prays. I will keep you posted. Cindy0 -
Good luck Grandma onGrandma X 6 said:Up Date on MRI Biopsy
Well I went yesterday for my biopsy they did not do it because I took Aleve on Monday for a fever.I was so annoyed I just wanted to get it over. Of course when I got home they mailed me the instructions! So now I have to go back on Wednesday this coming week they are doing the MRI biopsy and an CT scan!! Do you think I be glowing it the dark from all the dyes? I just want it over to much stress in all of our lives. Thank all of you for thought and Prays. I will keep you posted. Cindy
Good luck Grandma on Wednesday!
Hugs, Jan0
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