Pink Gloves On - Back in the ring for Round 3!!

kya911 said:

No one should have to go
No one should have to go through this three times.
I am so sorry this has happened to you.
Judy

Well I hear ya as this is my
Well I hear ya as this is my third time. I had a local recurrence after mastectomy in 1995 and am here to tell the tale. I had radiation. So keep faith and keep letting us know how you are . As you are, I am hoping third times the charm!

sorry
So sorry to hear of your reoccurence, Debbie. Pretty much the same thing happened with me, with a local reoccurence under my mastectomy/implant site - mine was not a lump, but an area of hardness. Everyone assumed it was scar tissue, but it was cancer, triple negative, stage 3C. I did chemo first, then surgery to remove the implant and 14 more nodes, then radiation, finishing with everything in October. I decided not to do reconstruction this time, as I don't want to go through more surgery - I've had enough! My prayers are with you as you embark on this journey yet again. We are all here with you, sending our love and support, and encircling you with a gigantic loving circle of hugs and prayers. Love, Linda

Where to start, what to say...
this is always my initial reaction when I see a recurrence post (my least favorite kinda post).
So if you were in front of me, I wouldn't say anything but give you a big warm comforting hug.
Hugs are funny that way, they pick up where words leave off.

The first thing I noticed about you was your name, it was amazing to me, it reflected your
wonderful attitude. And somehow you managed to uphold that incredible attitude through
it all. If we had our own version of the hall of fame, maybe hall of the brave, you would have
my vote.

You already know we are here for you, though judging from you calmness and your willingness
to fight this fight again, it looks like if anything you will be here for us as an amazing example
of grace and courage.

Love,
Ayse

This is just wrong.
None of us should have to go through this once let alone 3 times. I am sorry you have to do this again. I will keep you in my thoughts and send you positive energy to help you through.

Hugs,
Georgia

Double Whammy said:

That's too much
Three times in three years is way too many times. I'm so sorry you have to go through this again. Sending prayers and hugs and hopes tht your visit to Mayo will put things into perspective and provide some peace for you. I keep saying this, but I mean it - I hate cancer!

Suzanne

Debbie
I am very sorry and my heart goes out to you. I am glad that you are seeking a second opinion and changing your medical team. I wish you clean Scans and no surprises in your fight.
As far as DIEP reconstruction it is a very demanding procedure, which you can do later after finishing other treatment.
You always admire your positive attitude and proactive approach. Please know that we are here for you and will fight with you to win.
Hugs

Hey Debbie,
I am so sorry that the beast has returned. However, I know how strong you are and how much of a fighter you are! You can beat this again!!!!! Know that we are all here for you. Keep us posted. xoxo, Jean

canoegirl said:

Say is isn't so!
So sorry that you are going thru this a 3rd time. Once was MORE than enough! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Good luck at Mayo Clinic,
Hugs,
Marcy

I am sorry that you have to
I am sorry that you have to fight this again after such a short time. I am also admire your resolve and your fighting attitude. While that won't change what you will have to do it will make it easier, I think, to go through it. It's not that a positive, strong attitude changes anything phyically but emotionally when we can concentrate on the fight and focus it does help. At least it has for me. Not that there won't be moments of anger, panic, fear etc. but they will lessened when you have the no nonsense what do I need to do spirit. My prayers will be with you and big hugs are coming your way.
Stef

canoegirl said:

Say is isn't so!
So sorry that you are going thru this a 3rd time. Once was MORE than enough! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Good luck at Mayo Clinic,
Hugs,
Marcy

This just is not right nor
This just is not right nor fair Debbie! I am so sorry and I am here to support you as the other pink sisters.


Hugs, Jan

Double Whammy said:

That's too much
Three times in three years is way too many times. I'm so sorry you have to go through this again. Sending prayers and hugs and hopes tht your visit to Mayo will put things into perspective and provide some peace for you. I keep saying this, but I mean it - I hate cancer!

Suzanne

Praying your visit to Mayo
Praying your visit to Mayo will bring you good news and not bad news. I hate cancer and I am so sorry that you are dealing with this a third time.


Hugs, Lex

Debbie
My thoughts and prayers are with you.