Oma Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 As most of you know...I was diagnosed with breast cancer last month. The Surgeon told me it was good news - bad news. The bad news was I have cancer...the good news was I caught it early so it was Stage 0 and the non-spreading kind and completely treatable. I would have to have surgery and 7 wks of daily radiation, but no chemo. I had a "lumpectomy" last Tuesday. I saw the surgeon today. It was good news- bad news again. The good news is she got all of the cancer and she tested two lymph glands and they were negative....the bad news....she missed one of the margins and I have to go back into surgery next Tuesday to have some more removed. I think I'm tired today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma, I am so sorry you are having to go through this! I will be praying for a quick recovery for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s.waits Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma, I'm so sorry you've got to go back for more surgery, but, I'm really happy they found this at an early stage and that it's treatable. Hang in there! You can do this! Meanwhile, you are in my prayers for a speedy complete recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anette D. Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma, so sorry. I'll be praying for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma,. I am sorry to hear that you will need more surgery. I hope that all goes well and that everything that needs to be is removed next Tuesday. These last few weeks have not been kind to you. Take care of yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 I'll be praying for you. And you have every right to be tired. ((hugs)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Ack. You get to the point where you just want them done with poking and prodding you, don't you? I hope the surgery is minimally invasive and that you recover very quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma, while I am sorry you have to have more surgery, I am just delighted to know they got it so early!!! My sister-in-law had this exact case more than 10 years ago and hasn't had even a scare since! The radiation will make you tired but no chemo is a gift!!! I am so so glad for you that they caught it early! Blessings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2b Quilting Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oh crap!! Sending prayers your way. It is hard to remember that the drs and nurses are human too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oma Posted September 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Originally posted by Linda S Ack. You get to the point where you just want them done with poking and prodding you, don't you? I hope the surgery is minimally invasive and that you recover very quickly. Nope...same surgery as before...she will go in the same incision as before and take out some more tissue. She says I have plenty...I told her I would like to have the same amount on BOTH sides please. I have two incisions because they took two lymph nodes (they were negative). she said it would be quick...just 15 minutes. I told her it would be 15 minutes for her...I have to drive 120 miles the day before to pre-admit and lab work again then drive back up the next day for the whole procedure...AGAIN. The last time it took a long time. From 9:30 until almost 5:00. They had trouble with my B/P. That's not 15 minutes for me. Silly doctor. And we aren't even discussing the recovery time at home. Tomorrow I will be upbeat again. Today and I am just tired for lack of a better word. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma so sorry you have to go back for more surgery. You're right 15 min. for her much longer for you. Hang in there and I'll say extra prayers for you. I am very glad they caught it early though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlnewell Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 So sorry you have to deal with this. You should ask the Dr. since it was her mistake, could she waive the charges for the procedure? You could then go shopping, when you feel up to it of course. In the mean time, I'll pray for you too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Dear Oma--I wish I could wrap you up in a gentle hug (being careful of the tender spots) so you can rest your head and your mind a bit. Your strong spirit will sustain you and you'll bounce back when you're mind is ready to. We're all here for you and praying for rest and healing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanri Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 wishing you a speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestieMom Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma, I'm so sorry to hear that you have to go through more surgey but at the same time happy for you that this was caught so early. You have a right to feel tired. Indulge yourself this evening, put on your most comfy jammies and maybe a little comfort food would help, too! I'll keep you in my prayers for a quick recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oma Posted September 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Originally posted by ffq-lar Dear Oma--I wish I could wrap you up in a gentle hug (being careful of the tender spots) so you can rest your head and your mind a bit. Your strong spirit will sustain you and you'll bounce back when you're mind is ready to. We're all here for you and praying for rest and healing. What a totally comforting picture you paint and I wish you could too. Then I could pick your brain when you weren't paying attention and maybe soak up a little bit of your talent. I'm so bad. When I worked in the ER I used to hug people and pat their back and say "There, there, everything is going to be ok. You just rest here a bit." It always made things better they would tell me later. I never forgot the importance of the human touch and the compassionate heart. I would welcome yours. I have the most compassionate husband (who is also a nurse) so he is a Godsend to me. We have six of the best and most caring kids in the world with spouses just like them and then we have 9 of the most kindest grandkids...all have stayed in very close contact me through this and have been so supportive and attentive even though they are all in a different state from me. I'm am so truly blessed I can't even justify one ounce of self-pity. Well, sometimes my dog acts stupid, but she's cute so I get over it. I was just tired this morning and the news took me to my knees for a short time, but all of you have made it better and I thank you for all the prayers and good thoughts. God has always taken great care of me and mine and he will get us through this too. I keep reminding myself that this is an inconveneince and it's just messing with my quilting time and I want to get it over with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie H Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Oma, I'm so sorry to hear you have breast cancer!! I missed some time here and missed your first post about it. You are blessed that it was caught early and also that you have such a loving, caring family to get you through but you deserve a day to be tired and discouraged. It must be emotionally draining for you all!! I'm praying and thinking of you. {{{{{Hugs}}}}} for you!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K. Szymaszek Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Thinking of you today and checking in to see how you made out. Happy to hear of the good news,got it all and stage 0, but can't believe she missed a margin. Your so blessed to have found it so early. Praying for rapid recovery and that you tolerate the treatments without any neg. issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenH Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Oma, sending prayers and (((hugs)))! Rest as much as you can, I will be thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Oh, Oma, I pray that you will be over this chapter in your life soon. Thank God you caught the cancer so early and you will be just fine...eventually. It is a real "kick in the ass" to have to go through the surgery again, but you will manage it and be well. I'm so glad you have such a loving family and a live in nurse to help you through this. You are luckier than many people, so chin up girl. (((((HUGS))))) are being sent to you. Please keep us posted on how you are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaC Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 How disappointing, I'm sorry this happened to you! You are right when you say God will take care of us, because He does and will. I LOVE your phrase: I keep reminding myself that this is an inconveneince and it's just messing with my quilting time and I want to get it over with. God Bless You, Oma! You and your family are in our prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Oma, I like your upbeat outlook, of course everything will be all right. Prayers for your comfort & speedy recovery. You are truly blessed with a beautiful family. Corey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Della Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Oh Oma....so sorry that you have to go thru surgery again but sounds like you lots to be thankful for...and I know you are! Just hang in there and take it easy till you are strong again! Prayers and hugs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathalynn Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Oma, so sorry to hear that you have cancer but so glad they caught it early. I had a bought of cancer a few years ago and as with you caught early. It amazing what they can do these days. My prayers are with you. Hugs!!!........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracy G Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Oma, prayers for a speedy recovery, and a huge hug from across the pond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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