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Title: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 17th, 2005, 10:35am These are personal events that have taken place in MY life this past week that are so IMPORTANT that I feel I just must share them with you. On Saturday, May 7th, while trying to get my numbing hands comfortable in bed, I laid my hands across my chest and felt a large lump in my left breast. On Monday, May 9th, I called my primary doc and he wanted to see me that same day, which he did. On Wednesday, May l1th, I had a diagnostic mammogram which showed several masses, one being 7 cm long. On Friday, May 13th I saw a surgeon who told me that my condition was very suspect and she wanted to do a few biopsies. These were scheduled for yesterday, Monday 16th. They aspirated several nodules which flattened completely, meaning they were not anything to worry about. There were 4 that did not completely flatten, so she did 4 biopsies. I get (hopefully) the results tomorrow. The point of this message is............ I skipped my mammo last year. Why? Just too damned busy. Really? To busy to save myself from the hot fear that I am going through right now? Too busy to save my children from this same fear? Why do we women put these things off? "Oh, I'm scared of docs, or I'm scared they might find something"? PLEASE!! If they DON'T find that "something" early on, won't you be more scared to die? Ladies, you OWE it to yourselves and your loved ones to have this done on a regular basis. It is often free, or doesn't cost much at all. As for time, it only takes about 20 minutes and if you can stand cluster pain, then this is a piece of cake. My back surgery scheduled for tomorrow is on hold indefinately, of course. Can I see a thread of "I DID IT{s}? I need your prayers, but you know, I have a very positive feeling about this having a good outcome. Love to you all, DonnaH |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by E-Double on May 17th, 2005, 10:40am Many hugs, Stay strong, positive and good for you for Speaking up of the importance for all! Best, Eric |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by sandie99 on May 17th, 2005, 10:45am Donna, this is important issue you brought up. I believe that today's news about singer Kylie Minogue's breast cancer will make women all around the world take it seriously. I know I'm doing my check ups regularly. I'm 25, but cancer and cancer scares don't ask age! I hope that all you have is just a scare. [smiley=hug.gif] ((((((((vibes))))))))) You're in my prayers. Let us know how things are doing, okay? Best wishes, Sandie |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Kim Y. on May 17th, 2005, 10:49am Miss_Donna Your in my thoughts and prayers. I pray those biopsies come back negative and all this was just a learning situation. [smiley=hug.gif] Thanks for stressing the importance and sharing your experience. Kim |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by pattik on May 17th, 2005, 11:00am Donna, many prayers and vibes to you from me. [smiley=hug.gif]. I will be setting up my yearly appointment today. I haven't skipped a year since I first started 17 years ago, and thanks to your reminder, I will keep consistant. My thoughts are with you. Pat |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by high_commander on May 17th, 2005, 11:18am Found my first 2 lumps at 17 Had them removed, all was well. Found the next one at 28 Ultrasound to see how big it was showed other "masses" First Mamogram at 29 showed a total of three tumors. Biopsied and all was well again. Last year they became sore enough to warrant removal. Last october I had 2 removed, 1 left. May 11th (last week) had yet another mammogram. (#5) and i'm only 36. I have a strong family history of breast cancer, so we were taught young how to check things out. Even taught my hubby how to recognize a lump. He tends to enjoy checking, (although I'm pretty sure he's not really paying attention to finding little lumps) Don't be shy, and don't wait to "see if it grows". And if your mammogram hurts, they're not doing it right. Insist that they be careful and it will be over in no time. And guys, don't think it can't happen to men. It's uncommon, and not talked about, but men get breast cancer too. If you feel something odd...check it out ! Donna H, Thank you for bringing up this subject and sharing your own experience. It's only by getting the information out that others may be helped or saved. Prayers and vibes to you [smiley=hug.gif] Danielle |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Margi on May 17th, 2005, 11:20am Donna, my friend, you know my prayers are with you. My mother is a two-time breast cancer survivor, so I intimately understand your fear and your concern for the rest of us. Yes, I'm a good girl and get checked regularily. I stood with my mother through both of her surgeries and all the ensuing tests, rechecks and ongoing care. Early detection is key to survival and we are blessed that my Mum is on the ball. The other thing that is key to survival is attitude, Donna, and having known you for these last few years I see so many similarities between you and my Mum. Regardless of biopsy results, you WILL rise above this and get done what needs to be done. Stay strong, lady, and know that my shoulders are wide and waterproof if you ever need a place to lean. Keep Him close. ;) love, Margi |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 17th, 2005, 11:27am Margi.....please put your hand on the screen. Love you, Donna PS..........He was in the OR with me. We go everywhere together. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 17th, 2005, 11:34am Danielle and Margi.........thanks so much for sharing. I've found a message board at Johns Hopkins that is so depressing. It is good to hear of good outcomes. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by lionsound on May 17th, 2005, 12:58pm Thank you so much, Donna. I needed the reminder. Hugs of wellness and strength for you....I'll be thinking about you. -lionsound |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Margi on May 17th, 2005, 1:12pm OK, Missy Donna - now YOU put YOUR hand on the screen. Back atcha, babycakes. ;) Quit reading the depressing stuff. Positive thinking is what will get you through this. As I said, my mom's been through this twice, lumpectomy on one side, total radical on the other. She refused meds/chemo/radiation both times AGAINST her doctor's orders. She was just determined to beat it and she has. First scare was 12 years ago, then again two years ago. Totally cancer free now as a result. Your mind is a very powerful tool - USE it. The only thing she did do was follow the cancer diet given to her by the Cancer Centre here. I'm not trying to scare you by using "the C-word", Donna - please know that. I'm just trying to arm you with knowledge and the tools to make a plan if you need to. My mum would be happy to email with you if you want to - she's helped a few folks get through this stuff. You just let me know. She's a tough lil lady and, like I said, you remind me very much of her. She's 72 now and walks that little rat dog of hers about 5 miles a day. It's all about 'tude, honey, and determination. You got lotsa both. :-* |
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Title: ing this doRe: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Linda_Howell on May 17th, 2005, 1:39pm Donna, Been through the "hot Fear" as you put it, too. Turned out to be nothing bad. Your point of women getting this done is a good one. Mammogram. Once a year. On my birthday. Every year. Without fail. Linda |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by cootie on May 17th, 2005, 4:10pm Scares the shit outa ya I KNOW.....they found wierd stuff with me a year ago and is more or less nothin but scarring from 'horse wrecks' years ago....about tore my chest wall in half with one reck and torn into my shoulder across my chest. Man I sure screw'd myself up with horse races didn't I. I have to have it checked now every year 'just to be sure' it doesn't change. Recenlty my doc found a lump on my thyroid which FREAKED ME OUT BAD.....had the ultra sound and is nothing they said but will need regular checks. I also had damage to my throat and shoulder and collar bone from the same wreck....so not sure if that is the cause or not. Yeah checkups are good to have REGULAR cuz stuff is found quicker. Sooner is better Pam Best of luck with your results !!!!!!!!! |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Melissa on May 17th, 2005, 5:02pm Ditto! BTDT. Everything will be OK Donna. No matter what. hugs, mel |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Jimi on May 17th, 2005, 5:36pm Not a woman but Ruthie has had those all her life. Some were aspirated and some wouldn't and had to be cut out. This has happened 3-4 times. She now has little smiley face scars in 4-5 places. I call them battle scars. I think they are cute. Hang in there Donna. Chances are they are all fibroid masses. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Linda_Howell on May 17th, 2005, 6:45pm EXACTLY! What Jimi just said Donna. O.K. I now forgive you for your "stress-related whinny asses" post Jimi. Linda |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Jimi on May 17th, 2005, 6:54pm I expect a humongous hug at convention Linda. BTW, did you know that the word humongous is a relative new word. First used in the 60's? Do you care? I think not. Just trying to make myself look smart. Love ya sweetie! |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Linda_Howell on May 17th, 2005, 7:00pm You got it Jimi. :) Linda |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Jonny on May 17th, 2005, 7:02pm on 05/17/05 at 18:54:20, Jimi wrote:
;;D......Im your man, dude.....didnt know you was swinging that way ;;D See ya there, bigboy :-* |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by purpleydog on May 17th, 2005, 8:13pm on 05/17/05 at 11:18:21, high_commander wrote:
My uncle died from breast cancer a couple of years ago. And he refused any treatment whatsoever, and it was extremely painful, and he suffered horribly. It tore up my aunt. My grandmother has had both breasts removed within two years of each other. Her daughter refuses to get a mammogram, and she is 48 years old. I had a scare several years ago, had a biopsy and it turned out to be nothing. If you think you can put it off, and you'll get it checked later, just remember this. Five minutes from now is later. Five days from now is later. Five months from now is later, but it may be too late. Check yourself, and get a mammogram. A lot of insurance companies pay for this 100%. There are also programs that pay for this for a woman who can't afford it. Don't wait. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Jonny on May 17th, 2005, 8:17pm Sorry Purp, I was just riding Jimi. :'( |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by nani on May 17th, 2005, 8:20pm It's all about attitude, courage and faith, Donna. You've got 'em all. Positive prayers and vibes, hun. I'm a couple of months late for mine, I'll call in the morning. hugs, nani [smiley=hug.gif] edited to correct a huge brain fart. :-/ |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 17th, 2005, 8:27pm Speaking of programs that pay for women that can't, Avon is one of them. Their representitives collected $45 million in net proceeds for the pink ribbon fund raiser. They expected to collect $65 million more in their 60 mile walks in 2001. I don't know what they've done since. To apply for help there is: Avon Breast Care Fund www.avonbreastcare.org AvonCares Program at Cancer Care for financial assistance and support services www.cancercare.org and more. I found this info when I had my echo Friday afternoon at the radiologists. The American Cancer Assoc. also offers all kinds of help. There is no good excuse for not getting a mammogram. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on May 17th, 2005, 10:12pm Hugs and prayers going your way Donna. You'll be in my thoughts so be sure to let us know how this all turns out for you. Thanks for the timely reminder as well. Sometimes we all need that wake up call to take care of business. Hugs Carol |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 18th, 2005, 7:38am A big THANK YOU to all who answered this thread. Even tho I know that we need to take this type of news one day at a time, it helps to know that your friends are vibing and praying. Those of you who are due and said you will make that appointment......please get it done asap. Linda and the rest of you who are faithful about doing it when it is time......I admire your commitment to yourself and those who love you. My appointment is today. Sure hope they got the results back by now. Talk to you all later. Oh, and Margi, your hand on my screen feels just like static electricity......strong vibes girl! Thanks sweetie. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Margi on May 18th, 2005, 9:53am Donna, we'll be waiting right here for your results. Good or bad, we need to know, ok? We stand with you no matter what. Oh and those aren't vibes. I don't do vibes. I go for broke and just do prayers. That's why you felt the electricity. ;) |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Cathi04 on May 18th, 2005, 12:43pm Donna.......IT'S ABOUT ATTITUDE!! Briefly, my Mom was diagnosed 21 yrs ago. A radical, then chemo.......21 YRS! Still, remaining breast is FINE!!!! Mom never missed a day of work, we did a lot of laughing- and loving, and hoping.and it worked...I think it's my Mom's attitude.NOTHING gets her down. BTW..June 23, I invite you to Oregon to walk alongside Mom..and a host of other breast cancer survivors in our local Relay For Life.orr, if you dont wanna come to Oregon...watch for the Susan G Kommen Survivors luncheon......light a candle with so many others who will NOT let breast cancer snuff out their candles...... Yeahh, fibroids.......they scare the HELL out of us, dont they?? Waiting to hear it is simply that..... Oh, and I too, give myself(and my husband) a birthday gift....we BOTH go for the requisite cancer screenings annually.. Men........breast cancer can hit you as well.......oh, and check those OTHER thingies(covering my eyes).....BE HEALTHY! Cathi |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 18th, 2005, 6:06pm OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH MANNNNNNNNNNNNN! and AMENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!! I beat it, kids. The doc came into the room and said " I have great news for you.....and after we talked for awhile, she said "I'm surprised that you came away clean". No more mammograms for me, she says........I must have a MRI annually (as well as one three months from now). My Pastor came down from the pulpit last Sunday and put his hands on either side of my face and asked God to annoint him with the power to call for a complete healing. Later on during the service, I did feel an itching in the affected area. I believe it was a healing and I Praise our Lord for this. Thanks for all the prayers and vibes everyone. Love to you all, Donna |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by broomhilda on May 18th, 2005, 6:13pm Donna thats great news! Big sigh of relief! No more mammograms though are they not supposed to do that every year? Relay for Life is a wonderful way to get involved, I am sponsoring two teams... All the bestest of health wishes and check your boobies ;;D |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by sandie99 on May 18th, 2005, 6:35pm Donna, That's just wonderful news!!! :) I was thinking about you earlier and wondering if you know yet. I am so happy for you... :) Best wishes, Sandie |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on May 18th, 2005, 8:00pm Great news Donna! Bet you feel like a one ton weight has been lifted from your shoulders. Stay well Carol |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Jonny on May 18th, 2005, 8:10pm [smiley=headbanger.gif] ROCK-N-ROLLLLLLLL!!! |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by vig on May 18th, 2005, 8:42pm big sigh of relief for you Donna |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Ree on May 18th, 2005, 8:46pm Prayers to you old friend......and lots of love.....Ree ps never skip your mamo......(I did the same thing I just got the results and they were fine thank God!!! My doc yelled and yelled at me........I won't forget next year.....) |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Jimi on May 18th, 2005, 9:47pm Whew. Good news. Thats 2 posts with good news tonight. The power of prayer. I have seen it many times. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 18th, 2005, 10:00pm To clarify my statement above about no more mammograms for me...... The doc wants a more powerful diagnostic test done on me than a mammo, and wants it every year, so I will be having a yearly MRI instead.. |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by suzy617 on May 19th, 2005, 4:31am Wonderful news for you! I am glad you reminded everyone about getting their annual mammo, very important. I am ONE YEAR cancer free because mine was caught in time. Life is good... Suzy |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Margi on May 19th, 2005, 10:02am attaGIRL, Donna!!! He is SO amazing, isn't He? Thank you, Father. Dance like no one's watching, Donna - you deserve it!! love, Margi |
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Title: Re: Serious womens health issue..not ch Post by Missy_Donna on May 21st, 2005, 7:32pm Suzy, words cannot tell you how happy I am that you are a surviver. What you must have gone thru must have been really, really hard. Praise God that you made it......a year is a very good sign. Margi my buddy, thanks for all of the encouragement and the prayers and keep on my (and everyone elses) butt to have theirs on time. When ever I see a "happy birthday" message, I'm gonna have a word to say in addition to congratulations on your birthday. Everyone else who responded.....thanks from the bottom of my heart for your vibes, prayers and encouragement. Like our Jonny says "Rock 'n Roll!!!" Life is good.......even if it is really hard to make it some days. |
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