Kind of worried

Rague
Rague Member Posts: 3,653 Member
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
I wasn't going to say anything til I knew more but I'm going to.
Last Wed. I started chemo, Thurs. I got a call from Dr. T's nurse that the PET scan showed a mass along my right jaw bone (hadn't shown on bone scan). I haven't talked to Dr. T but have an appt with him next Wed. before chemo. They made an appt. with an ENT Dr. for me for the 14th.
Reason I'm worried is that I've been told for years that because I had had radiation to my throat (1948) when my tonsils were taken out at 1 1/2 y/o that could predispose me in later years to thyroid or throat cancer.
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  • mimivac
    mimivac Member Posts: 2,143 Member
    #2
    sorry to hear this, Rague
    But don't jump the gun just yet, if that's possible. The mass could be many things that are NOT cancer. Could you maybe move the appointment with the ent up, so you won't have too much time to worry? IF it does turn out to be thyroid cancer, know that this is one of the most "cureable" cancers out there. Don't mean to make light of your concerns. When we've already been diagnosed, this kind of thing is terrifying, but you will get through this. I am rooting for a totally benign mass, which is very likely.

    Mimi
  • Alexis F
    Alexis F Member Posts: 3,598
    #3
    mimivac said:

    sorry to hear this, Rague
    But don't jump the gun just yet, if that's possible. The mass could be many things that are NOT cancer. Could you maybe move the appointment with the ent up, so you won't have too much time to worry? IF it does turn out to be thyroid cancer, know that this is one of the most "cureable" cancers out there. Don't mean to make light of your concerns. When we've already been diagnosed, this kind of thing is terrifying, but you will get through this. I am rooting for a totally benign mass, which is very likely.

    Mimi

    Rague
    I agree with Mimi. Don't assume the worst. Try to think positive. I know that is easy to say, but, it will help you. I hope you can get your appointment moved up too. Waiting is awful. I wish you the best and will keep you in my prayers. Please keep us posted!

    Lex♥
  • MyTurnNow
    MyTurnNow Member Posts: 2,686 Member
    #4
    I, too, agree that the
    I, too, agree that the waiting is the hard part. But, please don't worry until you have something to be concerned about. It could be benign as others have also said. Just for your sanity I would also try to move up the appointment. Take one day at a time!
  • rjjj
    rjjj Member Posts: 1,822 Member
    #5
    Mimi is right
    listen to Mimi and try not to worry I now how hard the wait can be, but try to do things you enjoy and keep your mind off things and think positive. If you need a prescription for anxiety, let your Onc.know. They helped me when I would become overly anxious. I will be keeping you in my prayers. and will be waiting forgod news on the 14th.
    love, jackie
  • chenheart
    chenheart Member Posts: 5,159 Member
    #6
    And seriously, the good news
    And seriously, the good news is that your Drs are on top of things, keeping watch-care over you and making sure that No Matter What "it" is, it will be treated post-haste. Benign mass, scar tissue, unexplained swelling, or if even you-know-what- thankfully this isn't 1948, and you will be well and healthy!!!!! How much worse things would be if your Drs didn't look at you as a whole person, but just as a breast.

    Of course you are anxious, any of us would be. But TRY and exhale, and remember you are surrounded not just by an amazing medical team, but by all of your Kindred Pink Spirits here on the boards. You are now not just receiving medical care, but you have the best wishes, positive thoughts and prayers of more than you'll ever know!

    Hugs,
    Chen♥
  • mlmjt1
    mlmjt1 Member Posts: 537 Member
    #7
    Hi Rague
    I agree with everyone...try to move up your appointment so you dont have to keep thinking about this. And remember, this isnt 1948 and your medical team is on it!!!

    Let us know how things come out and remember we are here for you

    Hugs
    Linda t
  • lolad
    lolad Member Posts: 670
    #8
    mlmjt1 said:

    Hi Rague
    I agree with everyone...try to move up your appointment so you dont have to keep thinking about this. And remember, this isnt 1948 and your medical team is on it!!!

    Let us know how things come out and remember we are here for you

    Hugs
    Linda t

    Rague
    Just so you know that im praying for you and hope that you can get in sooner. My aunt was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and she is doing very well. Try not to think that its going to be that though. I couldnt imagine what is going through your head right now. Im so sorry you have to go through it.

    Hugs to you
    laura
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #9
    so sorry to hear ...
    I had thryoid cancer 25 years ago in my late teen's. The thyroid organ is a self containing organ. Very rarely does cancer spread. Please note that a mass does NOT mean cancer.

    I would call the ENT doctor every few days, to see if you can get in. Waiting is the hardest part of my journey thusfar.

    Please take care and check to see if you can get in earlier ..


    VickiSam
  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member
    #10
    VickiSam said:

    so sorry to hear ...
    I had thryoid cancer 25 years ago in my late teen's. The thyroid organ is a self containing organ. Very rarely does cancer spread. Please note that a mass does NOT mean cancer.

    I would call the ENT doctor every few days, to see if you can get in. Waiting is the hardest part of my journey thusfar.

    Please take care and check to see if you can get in earlier ..


    VickiSam

    Rague, I am sending you lots
    Rague, I am sending you lots of prayers. I hope you can get in earlier to see your doctor.

    Please keep us updated.

    HUGS
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #11
    chenheart said:

    And seriously, the good news
    And seriously, the good news is that your Drs are on top of things, keeping watch-care over you and making sure that No Matter What "it" is, it will be treated post-haste. Benign mass, scar tissue, unexplained swelling, or if even you-know-what- thankfully this isn't 1948, and you will be well and healthy!!!!! How much worse things would be if your Drs didn't look at you as a whole person, but just as a breast.

    Of course you are anxious, any of us would be. But TRY and exhale, and remember you are surrounded not just by an amazing medical team, but by all of your Kindred Pink Spirits here on the boards. You are now not just receiving medical care, but you have the best wishes, positive thoughts and prayers of more than you'll ever know!

    Hugs,
    Chen♥

    Praying for you Rague!
    Sue
    Praying for you Rague!

    Sue :)
  • Akiss4me
    Akiss4me Member Posts: 2,188
    #12
    chenheart said:

    And seriously, the good news
    And seriously, the good news is that your Drs are on top of things, keeping watch-care over you and making sure that No Matter What "it" is, it will be treated post-haste. Benign mass, scar tissue, unexplained swelling, or if even you-know-what- thankfully this isn't 1948, and you will be well and healthy!!!!! How much worse things would be if your Drs didn't look at you as a whole person, but just as a breast.

    Of course you are anxious, any of us would be. But TRY and exhale, and remember you are surrounded not just by an amazing medical team, but by all of your Kindred Pink Spirits here on the boards. You are now not just receiving medical care, but you have the best wishes, positive thoughts and prayers of more than you'll ever know!

    Hugs,
    Chen♥

    Ditto
    Claudia has such a way with words that I second what she said!! I am also keeping you in my prayers. ♥ Pammy
  • susie09
    susie09 Member Posts: 2,930
    #13
    mimivac said:

    sorry to hear this, Rague
    But don't jump the gun just yet, if that's possible. The mass could be many things that are NOT cancer. Could you maybe move the appointment with the ent up, so you won't have too much time to worry? IF it does turn out to be thyroid cancer, know that this is one of the most "cureable" cancers out there. Don't mean to make light of your concerns. When we've already been diagnosed, this kind of thing is terrifying, but you will get through this. I am rooting for a totally benign mass, which is very likely.

    Mimi

    I am sad to read this Rague.
    I am sad to read this Rague. It could be benign and I bet it is. I will put you on my prayer list at church!

    ♠♣ Susie ♠♣
  • jnl
    jnl Member Posts: 3,869 Member
    #14
    rjjj said:

    Mimi is right
    listen to Mimi and try not to worry I now how hard the wait can be, but try to do things you enjoy and keep your mind off things and think positive. If you need a prescription for anxiety, let your Onc.know. They helped me when I would become overly anxious. I will be keeping you in my prayers. and will be waiting forgod news on the 14th.
    love, jackie

    Please try not to worry.
    Please try not to worry. Try to stay busy so that you aren't thinking of this. And, see if you can get into your doc earlier. Let us know how everything goes! Praying for you!

    Leeza
  • outdoorgirl
    outdoorgirl Member Posts: 1,565
    #15
    Sorry to hear
    about this,Rague. Keep us posted with your appointments.
  • creampuff91344
    creampuff91344 Member Posts: 988
    #16
    outdoorgirl said:

    Sorry to hear
    about this,Rague. Keep us posted with your appointments.

    Good thoughts are coming
    Good thoughts are coming your way. Let us know when you hear what this mass is, and how it will be treated. Prayers and hugs coming your way.

    Judy
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #17
    creampuff91344 said:

    Good thoughts are coming
    Good thoughts are coming your way. Let us know when you hear what this mass is, and how it will be treated. Prayers and hugs coming your way.

    Judy

    Hugs and Prayers
    Yes, please post and let us know as soon as you can.

    Sue :)
  • taleena
    taleena Member Posts: 1,612 Member
    #18
    Ritzy said:

    Hugs and Prayers
    Yes, please post and let us know as soon as you can.

    Sue :)

    Please know you are in my
    Please know you are in my thoughts... hang in there, and try not to jump ahead of yourself.. take a breath, and step by step. Please let us know what you find out...

    Gentle hugs,

    ~T
  • Rague
    Rague Member Posts: 3,653 Member
    #19
    The ENT Dr is out of town
    The ENT Dr is out of town and the earliest appt possible with him is on the 14th. He is the one that Dr. T. wants me to see so I'll wait for him. I see Dr. T. on Wed. before chemo so I'll find out more then.

    Thank you all for your prayers/thoughts - they do help.

    Susan
  • Reikigemgirl
    Reikigemgirl Member Posts: 278
    #20
    Rague said:

    The ENT Dr is out of town
    The ENT Dr is out of town and the earliest appt possible with him is on the 14th. He is the one that Dr. T. wants me to see so I'll wait for him. I see Dr. T. on Wed. before chemo so I'll find out more then.

    Thank you all for your prayers/thoughts - they do help.

    Susan

    My thoughts.....
    and prayers are with you. Hopefully, it is benign and yes, waiting is the hardest part.

    Love and Light,
    Vicki
  • aurora2009
    aurora2009 Member Posts: 544 Member
    #21
    taleena said:

    Please know you are in my
    Please know you are in my thoughts... hang in there, and try not to jump ahead of yourself.. take a breath, and step by step. Please let us know what you find out...

    Gentle hugs,

    ~T

    Rague, please keep us posted
    I'll be praying for you also,

    God Bless,

    Aurora

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