Ah well, things did not quite go as well as expected yesterday, and I am back in panic mode again! I have had such a peaceful couple of weeks, full of optimism.....

anyway, i have to go in again for another op on the 8 July because they have found that there are still pre cancerous cells left on the margin and they have to shave another bit away.

They are going through the original incision, which is scary enough, but the nurse said they can only do this once and if there are any pre cancerous cells showing up after that it probably means there could be cancer elsewhere. So back to being terrified.....

the thought of going through this again from the beginning is really depressing.

I had a lumpectomy on 1st May then had to have another one 27th May for the same reason.  The 2nd op was far less scary than the 1st, I was even comforting another lady while we were waiting.  The results have come back clear and I'm starting chemo 23rd July - the hospital have delayed it by a week so that I can have my holiday. I'm sure you will be fine the 2nd time.  I've even gone back to work part time until the chemo starts so that I can be me again. Good luck

Thanks for that Tracey, it is good to know that it is not that unusual! I was concerned as I've not heard of anyone going through it again so soon and typically the mind works overtime and the old panic sets in.  I do feel more settled about it now.

Glad to hear you are doing well and are fitting in your holiday before your chemo starts, it really gives you something positive to look forward to, doesn't it?  

Very best wishes, and thanks again xx

Yes my mind went into overdrive when I was told I needed another op.  I'm just focusing on the fact that I know when my chemo will be starting and I determined to enjoy my holiday first.

Make sure you keep us updated when you have your next op xx

Yes my mind went into overdrive when I was told I needed another op.  I'm just focusing on the fact that I know when my chemo will be starting and I determined to enjoy my holiday first.

Make sure you keep us updated when you have your next op xx