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Golden    10

Golden
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Try not to panic (easier said, I know!) Several years ago my mother had a lump that did turn out to be malignant. She had a lumpectomy and did a one year course of non-chemo treatment. She had no side effects to speak of, no fatigue, and has had no further issues or sign of reoccurance.

There is of course every chance in the world your situation is something harmless - just want to remind that even if it isn't, doesn't mean you won't be totally fine as well!! That being said, I completely remember the feeling of waiting for those test results and am so sorry you are going through it!

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disp4so    3

disp4so
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Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. I actually got the results yesterday.. and it is cancer..

I have an appointment with the surgeon on Monday..

I am still scared but I am trying to be strong..

will update when I have more information

Sherri

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swizzly    901

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Oh I'm very sorry to hear that. I am sending you my best wishes for strength and healing. Please do keep us posted.

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2sweetnsugarland    9

2sweetnsugarland
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Thank you all so very much everyone for the support.. Makes this a little more easier to bare...

I will keep you posted..as soon as I know for sure...

thank you again....

Sherri

Sherrie: my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take really good care of yourself.

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Griselda    7

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I too am sending you my thoughts and prayers. My mother was diagnosed approximately 6 years ago and I was sure we were going to lose her, but she is still here, has had some rough times and her cancer was difficult because it was HER2 + and more difficult to treat, however, it has not recurred thus far and she is doing well. I know you are going to have a tough road ahead and I wish you all the strength you need, you CAN get through this. I hope you find out it is non-invasive. I know you will probably find yourself spending times on other forums which are more particular to cancer, but please keep us updated!!

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LR6909    10

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Praying for you. You're a fighter and will make it through just fine. I have had two girlfriends that had it and are doing great! WIth the recent medical break throughs, you will over come this hurdle in no time.

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Jen Jen    6

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As a breast cancer survivor of 2 years now I can sympathize with you. I know exactly what you are going through.

It is tough, but time flew by for me and I prevailed. You will too. I had bi-lateral mastectomy, reconstruction, and chemo. If there are any questions or support you need, please feel free to ask. I will be thinking and praying for you. Jen

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Kimmes    38

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Sending my prayers and best wishes your way! Just went through this with my mother in March. We were lucky - stage 2 - opted for total breast removal and she is now starting hormone therapy - no radiation or chemo needed.

I am having a routine physical today and mamogram next week. Scared me enough to get back on track with my preventive care schedule! Please keep us posted on the course of treatment you elect. Again - hugs and prayers coming your way!

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onemoretry1    0

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Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. I actually got the results yesterday.. and it is cancer..

I have an appointment with the surgeon on Monday..

I am still scared but I am trying to be strong..

will update when I have more information

Sherri

Sherri,I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers are with you. You can and will beat this!!

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Day Dreamer    23

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Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. I actually got the results yesterday.. and it is cancer..

I have an appointment with the surgeon on Monday..

I am still scared but I am trying to be strong..

will update when I have more information

Sherri

Sherri,

it breaks my heart to hear this. I am sorry you have to go through this. You sound like a very strong woman though. We are all here for you praying the best for you!!!

HUGS

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disp4so    3

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Thank you so much everyone... can' t tell you how much the support helps

I am having a double masectomy june 14th , then chemo n radiation..

I talked to the sugeon yesterday and i have an appointment with the plastic surgeon in just 45 min,

I have my ups and downs but for the most part I am doing ok

Thank you again...for all the prayers and well wishes

sherri

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