Hi YorkieGirl76,

As others have mentioned I'm uncertain how a definate diagnosis can be made without the biopsy results. Was it a Doctor who said it was cancer or someone else? Unfortunately I had 2 ultrasounds and was told at the time it was a lactational adenoma and nothing to worry about. A GP who examined me said it was a blocked milk duct.  My biopsy then confirmed it was cancer. I'm 36. 

I can imagine prior to the biopsy results it may be common for others to say what they suspect a lump to be but not sure how a diagnosis would be made. 

When you mentioned hormone receptor do you remember specifically what they said? I know it's hard to take all the information in when you are there, I forget everything. My lump tested positive for estrogen and HER2. I can only speak of my experince but I was told because of the HER2+ and my age I would have chemo before surgery which will start in the next 3 weeks or so. My surgery won't be until October/ November time but not sure exactly at this time what it will entail, I was informed the chemo should shrink my lump prior to surgery. 

I wrote a lot of questions down before I have my meetings. It always helps if something pops into your mind. 

x

Hi YorkieGirl76,

As others have mentioned I'm uncertain how a definate diagnosis can be made without the biopsy results. Was it a Doctor who said it was cancer or someone else? Unfortunately I had 2 ultrasounds and was told at the time it was a lactational adenoma and nothing to worry about. A GP who examined me said it was a blocked milk duct.  My biopsy then confirmed it was cancer. I'm 36. 

I can imagine prior to the biopsy results it may be common for others to say what they suspect a lump to be but not sure how a diagnosis would be made. 

When you mentioned hormone receptor do you remember specifically what they said? I know it's hard to take all the information in when you are there, I forget everything. My lump tested positive for estrogen and HER2. I can only speak of my experince but I was told because of the HER2+ and my age I would have chemo before surgery which will start in the next 3 weeks or so. My surgery won't be until October/ November time but not sure exactly at this time what it will entail, I was informed the chemo should shrink my lump prior to surgery. 

I wrote a lot of questions down before I have my meetings. It always helps if something pops into your mind. 

x

Hi, they said after looking at the ultrasound and mammogram images it was clear to them it was cancer, she even said during the physical exam it felt suspicious and obviously they do this day in  day out so know what they are seeing. 

I waited 2 weeks for biopsy results due to easter bank holidays but it was confirmed 3 cm triple positive, grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma,  so I was booked in for surgery a week later, as it was large I had a therapeutic mammoplasty which is basically lump removal and reconstructive surgery and also sentinel node biopsy. 9 days later results back; no node involvement and clear margins. So good results there, but as its her2 + I'll be having chemo, herceptin, radiotherapy, hormone blockers and bisphosphonates for my bones.

Oncology appointment on 27th may where I'll get the full regimen details.

It's been a whirlwind 8 weeks and the waiting for results and appointments is the hardest but I'm feeling positive and prepared to fight it!

We'll probably be staring chemo at similar times, very best of luck with everything and here if you want to chat xx

Hi, I can't imagine having to wait 2 weeks for results, that must have been hard. 

It sounds like you know a bit about what you are having and about your lump. I think I'll find all this out in the next 2 weeks or so. I'm meeting with someone to discuss the chemo on Tuesday. That's great there was no node involvement, I'm having an ultrasound on my lympth nodes on Wednesday so I hope nothing crops up. 

You're right it is a worldwind. I had to tell my workplaces this week (I have 2) and I think they were shocked but very supportive. I've had most of my hair cut and will likely have more chopped nearer to when i'll be having treatment. 

We might be starting chemo at similar times by the sounds of it. Likewise I'm also available to chat. Good luck with everything over the next few weeks. x