A Giant Needle In My Boob

Today was my appointment for my breast biopsy. I went to the radiologist’s office for my early morning appointment. On the way there,my cousin Kristopher called me to chat and see how the weather is here in AZ. We talked about his possible transfer from Michigan to Minnesota (what a move) and exchanged other [...]

Sitting On The Edge Of Breast Cancer Insanity

On top of Camelback Mountain with my mother-in-law.

My friend from Michigan is flying out to visit me this weekend.  Great timing.  Cancer is so inconvenient.  Normally when my friend comes to visit me,we hike Camelback Mountian,we go boating at Canyon Lake or we take a daytrip to beautiful Sedona.  Right now,I feel nervous and [...]

Invasive Ductal Carcinoma

The Radiologist just called me with the news.  I have ”Invasive Ductal Carcinoma“.  She said that it’s the most common type of breast cancer.  Invasive Ductal Carcinoma sounds so clinical.  The thing is,I don’t feel like I have something that warrants a title like Invasive Ductal Carcinoma.  Aside from a persistant,dry hacking cough,and feeling slightly rundown,[...]

Delayed Diagnosis of Breast Cancer

My original doctor (my OB/GYN) called me to tell me that I was “right to be concerned” about the lump in my breast.  He retold me the results of my pathology report and referred me to a surgeon to discuss my next course of action.  I’m scheduled to meet with the surgeon tomorrow,which is so inconvenient when [...]

Mastectomy Vs. Lumpectomy

I met with Dr. S this morning.  He is the surgeon that my gynocologist recommended.  He looked at my mammogram film and examined my breast,then sat me down in his office to go over my options.

First,he took a piece of paper and drew a line down the center,separating it into [...]