I went to the doctor's office today for a Pre-op EKG and blood work. While there, I got copies of the Radiologist's mammogram report from 12/07 (pre-detected lump) and 10/08 (post-detected lump). Both reports were identical. They noted that the breast tissue was dense. They showed nothing noteworthy.
Wow! The cancer I have in my breast did not show up at all in the mammogram. It could very well have been there for other mammograms. It may have been growing for years undetected! Of course last December I also had a physical breast exam that didn't turn up anything, but how accurate is that? I have lost confidence in mammograms for me. I wonder what my alternative will be?
This week can't go quick enough for me. I'm done with this lump.
Monday, December 1, 2008
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Well, that's a little scary that the lump didn't even show up in the mammogram! Like you said, what is our alternative? I remember the doctor saying something about digital technology being more accurate, but of course I didn't pay much attention. Don't blame you for being ready to be done with this - it's already consumed way too much of your time and energy. That energy could be spent doing more important things - like karaoke. Okay, or like camping or something. Thanks for the updates. - Christie
ReplyDeleteMarie-both my sister-in-law,and my friend did not detect cancer thru their mamos.Self exam and once a year mamo is best.Thank God yours was caught early.You will be fine.You have alot of support behind you.It will soon be over.Take care.
ReplyDeleteVikki
im really sorry to hear about all of this. But i know you are strong enough to fight this and get through it. You're in my prayers and i know God is with you. I wish you the best of luck in your surgery. It sounds like God has truely given you the gift of a supportive family and friends. We are all here for you. I have no clue what you are going through, but i can try to understand. I want you to know that i look up to you in all of this, and again, you are in my heart and my prayers. -Jessica Dean
ReplyDeleteMarie - Thank you for sharing this part of your life with all of us. Your positive, can-do attitude is inspiring and will continue to be your best medicine. Although she did not have breast cancer, my mom is a two-time cancer survivor and I always felt her positive outlook contributed to her recoveries. You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and have a speedy recovery. - Darla
ReplyDeleteWow! That is frightening to think in all that we have accomplished in breast cancer research, there is still this area of detection that has yet to be improved on so many levels. Our family is holding you firm in our hearts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteStacey
It's almost Friday! Hold on just a little bit longer my friend! xxoo
ReplyDeleteYes, Friday is almost here! I did speak to the rad techs and they did state that the mamo's do not always show (your) breast cancer. Often an MRI is done or a US. May you be an inspiration to us all, and a wake-up call as well. I love you Marie (as if you didn't already know), and some day may we (all) look back. For we will look back with YOU!
ReplyDeleteLove, Jean