Urgent positive vibes needed

[Not_Giving_Up]

A couple of weeks ago, I went to the doctor for a physical (the first one I'd had in years due to my financial situation). The doctor found a lump in my right breast, which I had also found, but didn't think much of because I'm small breasted and generally lumpy anyway. I went for my mammogram on Friday, which was inconclusive because my breast tissue was so dense that they couldn't see the lump. It was also not visible by ultrasound for the same reason. Everyone can feel the lump, but no one can see it.

My doctor's office just called me back a little while ago because they got the report from the mammogram/ultrasound. The nurse said that the doctor wants me to see a surgeon. I asked if it was for a biopsy, and she said no, but that I should just wait for the surgeon's office to contact me.

I feel really in the dark here, and quite frankly, I'm scared to death. My brother went through testicular cancer a couple of years ago, but he caught his early and is fine now.

Please, I'm asking for positive vibes, prayers, or whatever suits your persuasion.

[Guava Jelly]

1. Of course

Best of luck to you. a candle and a

[Not_Giving_Up]

5. Thanks so much

I needed that!

[Guava Jelly]

8. You know your screen name says more than you think.

Hang in there.
And keep us posted.

[LynzM]

2. Oh, that's gotta be scary....

Many good vibes coming your way... :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Not_Giving_Up]

7. It is....I feel so in the dark

The nurse couldn't/wouldn't tell me WHY they want me to see a surgeon....Thanks for the hugs!!!

[LynzM]

25. That seems really evil of them...

I can understand why they can't tell you anything (liability), but wouldn't it be better just to have the surgeon's office call you directly, with the info?

[fizzgig]

3. you got em

:hug:

i hope everything turns out ok :hug:

[SPKrazy]

4. you got it!

:hug: :hug: :hug:

positive vibes

prayers sent up now

[malta blue]

6. omg -

VIBES for you...

Please take care of yourself and be sure to seek a second opinion if you deem it necessary.

:hug:

[MissMillie]

9. Hugs, prayers and vibes

my mother always says "if you claim it, you own it" meaning don't worry about it until you know there's something to worry about.

:hug:

I'm sure that's easier said than done.

[Zoigal]

10. Had a similar situation...

had surgery...turned out well.
Keep us updated. You've got all my
best thoughts. z

[dembotoz]

11. vibes given-hang in there

you are in my thoughts

had a wonderful statement in mind about the need for universal health care, but while this may be the place, this is not the time...

I just said a prayer, and that doesn't happen too often

[Not_Giving_Up]

12. Thanks to all of you

Needless to say, I am a nervous wreck right now. I remember telling my brother not to freak out until he knew for sure, but I can't seem to calm myself down. I'm supposed to be contacted by the surgeon tomorrow...they have another office out of town and that's where they are today. Again, thanks for all of the positive vibes and prayers!!!

[soleft]

13. Sending positive vibes thoughts and prayers

[lost-in-nj]

14. lots of positive vibes

and good thoughts for you....


:hug:

lost

[av8rdave]

15. Positive vibes sent

I'll bet things will turn out just fine, but I know how hard it is not to worry.

All the best!

[sazemisery]

16. (((((((( (((((((((((POSITIVE VIBES))))))))))))))) )))))))))))

on their way as I type.

[GoddessOfGuinness]

17. Sending my best vibes...

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:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:
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I hope you're soon informed on what this is all about! In the meantime, be good to yourself. Try to involve yourself in activities that will take your mind off this. Not knowing is frustrating...I'm so sorry. :hug:

[Not_Giving_Up]

18. I wish I had something to occupy me

Unfortunately, right now, I really don't. The kids are at school, the husband's not home, and I've been unable to work for a while now due to problems with my back. I'm trying not to freak out, but it's nearly impossible. Again, thanks for the vibes and hugs!

[GoddessOfGuinness]

26. How about a movie?

Preferably something funny, as humor is healing...

[Parche]

19. hug

:hug: :hug:

I feel your pain, my mom had that, my dad and brother both had the other thing too......:hi:

[FloridaJudy]

20. That happened to me

The lump turned out totally benign, thank goodness. It was particularly scary since I'm the only female in my family who hasn't had breast cancer yet. Your doctors are probably being extremely cautious - which is a good thing. Most lumps are harmless, especially in young women, but it's best to make absolutely certain.

And I'm sending prayers and good vibes your way.

[Not_Giving_Up]

21. I can understand cautious...I just wish they would tell me something

I'm 35 now, and I'm a smoker (yes, I know, I should quit), and I have to admit that I haven't exactly taken the best care of myself over the years...Maybe I'll learn to eat vegetables now.

[FloridaJudy]

28. Smoking is bad for you in hundreds of ways

But - fortunately - about the only bad thing it doesn't do is increase the chances of getting breast cancer. Alcohol and overweight are riskier in that respect.

So go get that lump looked at, but don't panic.

[Shell Beau]

22. It is so unfair for them to do that to you! Not knowing is the worst!

:hug: Good luck! I'll be praying for ya!

[NewWaveChick1981]

23. I went through almost exactly the same thing four years ago...

...and everything turned out fine. :hug: :) I'm sure you will be fine too! Best positive vibes coming your way! :hug: :pals:

[Flaxbee]

24. good vibes headed your way!

I hate it when everyone is so damn vague on the phone! It could be nothing, or it could be something; either way you'll be fine. My sister is a breast cancer survivor; her first occurrence was 10 years ago, her second was last summer. I don't mean to scare you - I'm sure you're fine - but all of her doctors have said (and she has, too) that they know SO MUCH MORE now than even in the late '90's, treatment is much more effective and less invasive, etc.

:hug: Keep us up to date, if you can.

And I hate to nag you, but stop smoking, please. Really is very very important to your long-term health.

[applegrove]

27. Sending out vibes.

[Hell Hath No Fury]

29. My Mom just went through this same thing...

a few weeks ago.

They found a lump on her mammogram and had her in with a surgeon without doing a biospy. They felt it was something they wanted to take out regardless of whether it was cancerous or not. They removed a golf-ball sized chunk of tissue that had calcifications in it that proved to be benign. They will check her again in 6 months to see if anything has changed.

I had my first breast lump scare when I was in my 30s. I found it on a Friday night and had to wait until Monday morning to get into my doctor's. You will udnerstand this wehen I say that was the l-o-n-g-e-s-t weekend of my life!

I know exactly how you are feeling -- I just found a groin lump two weeks ago. Had it looked at last week -- it's a 5cm mass, attached to the uterus or ovary, they can't tell which yet. I go to imaging in another two weeks. If it's the uterus, it is all good. If it is the ovary, well...it's 50/50. The idea of ovarian cancer scares the crap out of me. :scared:

But not knowing is the worst.

Once you know, you can handle it, whatever "it" is. But until then, your imagination gets going and you can freak yourself out in a nanosecond.

So, while you are waiting - hang tough, take some extra liquid B vitamins, eat lots of chocolate, and watch lots of funny movies.

And keep up posted! :hi:

[Cabcere]

30. Sending all the positive thoughts & vibes I have your way.

:hug: :hug: :hug: My mom went through what sounds like a similar situation a few years ago, so I can understand how nerve-wracking that is. :hug: Hers turned out to be fine, though, and I'm hoping that yours will, too. :pals: Best wishes!

[Midlodemocrat]

31. Absolutely. I bet you will be getting good news.

fibrous breasts cause a lot of concern for patients, but it's usually nothing.

:hug:

[Whisp]

32. am sending you my today's best vibes available.

ain't all that much, but all I got.

hugs to you.