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Surprising diagnosis - grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma

Phili1
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Hi all, 

so, after finding a lump last month on my tiny boobs I booked an appointment to see the doctor. I’ve got a slight family history of bc and knew the risks. But, I’ve had a scare before, so I was prepared for biopsy, etc, and a talking to about changes etc. 

I had a biopsy and scans on Thursday last week and was told it was a Fibroadenoma, not to worry I’m only 32, yadda ya. I got a call for results today.

As soon as I walked in the (lovely) consultant asked me to phone my husband and ask him to come in. At that point it clicked. 

So ive been diagnosed with a grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma. 

I feel kind of weird. I haven’t cried or anything, I feel numb I think. I don’t want to upset other people etc. Weird situation to be in !

anywho I have to wait for a few more results to know if we are going for chemo or surgery first, and I’ll know in a few weeks. Right now I’m just looking for a mate

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    Hi. Sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I'm always happy to talk to others about breast cancer as I was diagnosed with it in june. I'm lucky to have a supportive family, but it can be difficult to talk to them because they've never been through this. We haven't got any family history of breast cancer so I was quite shocked when I was diagnosed. I get how you're feeling, on the day I was told, I didn't really get that upset. I felt it, but strangely calm too. I think because of the waiting for my appointment and the stress that had built up, I felt relieved to finally have answers. But I've had plenty of meltdowns since then lol. I've had chemo first and will be having surgery in January, I'm so scared but its just another step to hopefully get rid of the cancer. If you want to talk,  you can always send me a message on here. Have you also looked at 'breast cancer now'? That's also a good place to look for support and advice.

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    Hi Amy thanks for replying, I really appreciate it. 

    I bet your diagnosis was a huge shock. I think having family history made me aware it could happen. 

    Im glad you understand what I mean lol I felt a bit odd. How have you found chemo?

    No I haven’t looked there I will, thanks. 

    I’m shocked how quickly it’s all moving , I’ve already got a CT scan booked for next weds and an MRI on 2nd jan. 

     

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    Hi Amy thanks for replying, I really appreciate it. 

    I bet your diagnosis was a huge shock. I think having family history made me aware it could happen. 

    Im glad you understand what I mean lol I felt a bit odd. How have you found chemo?

    No I haven’t looked there I will, thanks. 

    I’m shocked how quickly it’s all moving , I’ve already got a CT scan booked for next weds and an MRI on 2nd jan. 

     

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    I know, they do get things done really quick and I sometimes feel overwhelmed by it all. But its better  to get yours tests done asap so they can treat you quicker. I was really anxious about chemo and it was the fear of the unknown too. But once you've had your 1st round and you know roughly what side effects you'll get, you'll be able to cope better. And they've got stuff they can give you for most side effects too. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and your journey goes well for you 

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