EBUS/biopsy results :(

Gabe N Abby Mom
Gabe N Abby Mom Member Posts: 2,413
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These are preliminary results, but the doc said he saw two enlarged lymph nodes on the left side, near my lung. He took a biopsy of them and the initial look does show cancer present in both nodes. That IBC is damned sneaky and mean. Of course we still have to wait for a full pathology...it'll come sometime next week. After that I'll be able to work on a plan with my onc.

The worst part of the procedure...they used lidocaine to numb my throat. There was a point where it was so numb I couldn't swallow, but they had not yet given me the "happy juice". I was pretty anxious at that point...of course the "happy juice" worked very quickly, and I don't remember much till I started waking up. From beginning to end, the whole thing took about 2 hours.

Thank you all for being there...it was so crowded they wouldn't let my husband in the room...I'm not sure how all of you managed to squeeze in, but I certainly felt your presence. Suzanne, thanks for making sure the doc did it right.

So...surgery on Tues to remove the local re-occurrence, and then we'll see what else is in my future. Thank you again for your support, it is so comforting.

Hugs,

Linda
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  • sbmly53
    sbmly53 Member Posts: 1,522
    #2
    Oh, Linda,
    I'm so sorry that the news was not favorable. However, your spirit, your strength and determination will get you through this. I just know it.

    My heart is with you and your family.

    Warm and loving hugs,

    Sue
  • jessiesmom1
    jessiesmom1 Member Posts: 915 Member
    #3
    Not AGAIN?!
    Linda, I was so hoping I would not be reading this sort of post from you. After all you have been through it just does not seem fair. You are often a source of supportive words for US so I hope we can be there for YOU. Please let us know what happens. Prayers are coming your way.

    IRENE
  • dbhadra
    dbhadra Member Posts: 344 Member
    #4
    jessiesmom1 said:

    Not AGAIN?!
    Linda, I was so hoping I would not be reading this sort of post from you. After all you have been through it just does not seem fair. You are often a source of supportive words for US so I hope we can be there for YOU. Please let us know what happens. Prayers are coming your way.

    IRENE

    so sorry to hear your news
    Linda:

    So sorry to hear that your news was not what we were all hoping for. Wishing you the best for your surgery and please let us know what is the plan from then on out.

    Laura
  • gami43
    gami43 Member Posts: 281
    #5
    jessiesmom1 said:

    Not AGAIN?!
    Linda, I was so hoping I would not be reading this sort of post from you. After all you have been through it just does not seem fair. You are often a source of supportive words for US so I hope we can be there for YOU. Please let us know what happens. Prayers are coming your way.

    IRENE

    Linda - I am so sorry about
    Linda - I am so sorry about these results; I will keep
    you in my thoughts and prayers and I send you love & hugs.
    Teresa
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
    #6
    gami43 said:

    Linda - I am so sorry about
    Linda - I am so sorry about these results; I will keep
    you in my thoughts and prayers and I send you love & hugs.
    Teresa

    Linda, I have been looking for your biopsy results
    Linda,
    I am very sorry, still hope a full pathology brings some good news. While IBC is a very sneaky **** your doctor and you much smarter and very devoted to stop her.
    Sending you a big hug and prayers
    New Flower
  • skipper54
    skipper54 Member Posts: 936 Member
    #7
    New Flower said:

    Linda, I have been looking for your biopsy results
    Linda,
    I am very sorry, still hope a full pathology brings some good news. While IBC is a very sneaky **** your doctor and you much smarter and very devoted to stop her.
    Sending you a big hug and prayers
    New Flower

    Sending hugs and prayers
    for the best outcome possible. You've been through enough already but you can beat this too.
  • pinkkari09
    pinkkari09 Member Posts: 877 Member
    #8
    So Sorry Linda :( Sure wish
    So Sorry Linda :( Sure wish you could have had a better outcome. I've read some on IBC and yes it is sneaky. I'm praying your medical team has a good plan, and that they sneak right back up on it and show it who's boss. I must say your spirit and the wonderful spirit of others on here is what keeps me going as well. Big Cyber Hugs!
    ~Kari
  • JoAnn4818
    JoAnn4818 Member Posts: 83
    #9
    Sorry to hear this!
    Linda,

    You'll surely be in my thoughts and prayers. You're so strong and positive - you can beat this thing again but I'm sorry you have to go through this another time. I've always appreciated the support you've given me since the first day I joined this site.

    hugs,

    JoAnn
  • fauxma
    fauxma Member Posts: 3,577 Member
    #10
    JoAnn4818 said:

    Sorry to hear this!
    Linda,

    You'll surely be in my thoughts and prayers. You're so strong and positive - you can beat this thing again but I'm sorry you have to go through this another time. I've always appreciated the support you've given me since the first day I joined this site.

    hugs,

    JoAnn

    Well, this sucks. I wish it
    Well, this sucks. I wish it had been better news but I know that you and your onc will come up with a good plan. My prayers and good thoughts are with you.
    Stef
  • camul
    camul Member Posts: 2,537
    #11
    Linda
    I am so sorry that you didn't get better news. This disease is sneaky. Sending prayers and hugs for your Tuesday surgery.

    ~Carol
  • debi.18
    debi.18 Member Posts: 850 Member
    #12
    camul said:

    Linda
    I am so sorry that you didn't get better news. This disease is sneaky. Sending prayers and hugs for your Tuesday surgery.

    ~Carol

    Not what we wanted
    Not what we wanted to hear, keep that wonderful positive attitude - I have faith that you will kick it's butt!

    Extra hugs and prayers,
    Debi
  • Chickadee1955
    Chickadee1955 Member Posts: 356 Member
    #13
    debi.18 said:

    Not what we wanted
    Not what we wanted to hear, keep that wonderful positive attitude - I have faith that you will kick it's butt!

    Extra hugs and prayers,
    Debi

    Linda,
    I will be praying
    Linda,

    I will be praying especially hard for you Tuesday. We were hoping there would be a chance for us NorCal girls to get together soon, but maybe after your surgery we can visit you when you're feeling up to seeing friends. In the meantime we are in your cyber-corner.

    Chickadee
  • CypressCynthia
    CypressCynthia Member Posts: 4,014 Member
    #14
    Oh sal****er!!! Linda, I am
    Oh saltwater!!! Linda, I am so sorry. Please feel free to PM me if you need anything. You are so brave and I know that must have been awful waiting for the happy juice to kick in. I am so there on Tuesday--bringing my cafe au lait and beignets, gumbo and jambalaya. I'll hold the redbeans and rice. Seriously, I am praying for you my dear friend. I hate cancer!!!
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #15
    CypressCynthia said:

    Oh sal****er!!! Linda, I am
    Oh saltwater!!! Linda, I am so sorry. Please feel free to PM me if you need anything. You are so brave and I know that must have been awful waiting for the happy juice to kick in. I am so there on Tuesday--bringing my cafe au lait and beignets, gumbo and jambalaya. I'll hold the redbeans and rice. Seriously, I am praying for you my dear friend. I hate cancer!!!

    Dear Linda .... not the results we were all hoping and
    praying for. Procedure sounds painful -- I am happy you endured it like the WARRIOR we all love and respect.

    Sounds like there is a game plan in the works -- and with all the prayers, your sass and positive attitude -- things will work out for you, Linda.

    Hate this stupid, nasty, ugly, frickn beast ...

    Holding you, your kids, husband and family .. close to my heart and in prayers ..

    Strength, Courage and Hope.

    Vicki Sam

    p.s. Sisters .. don't flag me for using the 'f' bomb ..
  • cahjah75
    cahjah75 Member Posts: 2,631
    #16
    Linda
    I'm so sorry to hear your news. I hope that surgery goes well and then you'll be able to start a new journey. We're all here for support. Sorry we crowded the room so even your husband wasn't allowed in! Rest, and keep us updated when you can.
    {{hugs}} Char
  • ldpettit
    ldpettit Member Posts: 128
    #17
    News
    I'm so sorry to hear of your news. You have always been such a source of inspiration and encouraging words. Please keep us posted on how the procedure goes. Til then you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    You are a warrior... and though this isn't the news anyone wants, especially YOU right now, you will fight the good fight!! You have many here whom support and care about you.

    Hugs to you from AZ
  • LoveBabyJesus
    LoveBabyJesus Member Posts: 1,679 Member
    #18
    Upset about these news. But FAITH continues.
    double post.
  • LoveBabyJesus
    LoveBabyJesus Member Posts: 1,679 Member
    #19
    Upset about these news. But FAITH continues.
    Linda-- I was upset to read your news. As you may know, many of our sisters are going through some tough times with this as well. But I have faith you will beat this again and recover. In times like these, sometimes there are no words one can say except that we are here for you. We're also sending you positive energy and prayers. Although you may be scared, please know your have a support team and God who will watch over you.

    Please keep us posted. Sending you hugs.
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
    #20
    jessiesmom1 said:

    Not AGAIN?!
    Linda, I was so hoping I would not be reading this sort of post from you. After all you have been through it just does not seem fair. You are often a source of supportive words for US so I hope we can be there for YOU. Please let us know what happens. Prayers are coming your way.

    IRENE

    Praying for you Linda!

    Praying for you Linda!
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #21
    fauxma said:

    Well, this sucks. I wish it
    Well, this sucks. I wish it had been better news but I know that you and your onc will come up with a good plan. My prayers and good thoughts are with you.
    Stef

    I wish you had better news
    I wish you had better news too Linda. You will be in my prayers Tuesday.


    Hugs, Diane

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