Some months ago I went through a bit of a scare, and I didn't write about it on my blog. (I felt bad that I had even told me kids/grandkids (except for Elder Rob). I really didn't want any of them to go through the roller coaster ride with Allan and me, but I knew I wanted the prayers. Without going into a lot of detail, I found a lump. When I went in to see my doctor after he examined me he said, "I can't tell you not to worry". Note to self: Next time find a doctor who'll lie to you ; )
To summarize the whole thing, after several months of waiting (you have to know PATIENCE IS NOT ONE OF MY VIRTUES), and blessings and tears, two mammograms and a couple of ultrasounds, the Breast Cancer Clinic told me, there was nothing to worry about.
At the same time I was going through all of this, I called my former piano teacher just to check in with her and was shocked to find out that about the same time she had also found a lump. I'm sad to say that she has not had the same outcome as I have. She will have her second chemotherapy treatment this week. My prayers are with her. I appreciate so much her positive attitude. I think she is amazing.
My thoughts and prayers are with all the families who face this horrible disease and everything associated with it. I hope and pray that research will lead to a cure.
8 comments:
It is a scary one... they all are and I am so glad to hear you are not one who has to go through it.
My Mother was a breast cancer survivor... I too have had a scare with the family history... actually underwent a lumpectomy. All was ok.
It is so hard to realize just how many this disease affects... too many. WE do need a cure! So glad you are alright.
ToOdLeS.
I can't imagine waiting for the results as long as you did. I went for a mamogram earlier this summer and when they sent me to another clinc for a intense manogram I still wasn't to worrried. However, before I was able to change they asked me to hold on. I had to go and have an ultrasound. Then is when I got worried. As I sat waiting, I prayed, not that the results would be okay; but rather if they weren't we'd be okay and handle it.
Needless to say everything is fine. But with breast cancer being very prevealent in our family. I have to make some changes.
Thank goodness your results were successful, and I too pray for those with a different outcome.
Cancer is a horrific thing. I'm glad you are not having to go through it, and I am sorry that your friend is.
Great reminder.
I have a friend who is just beginning her battle for the second time.
Glad your outcome was good.
Will keep your friend in my prayers.
SOooooooo glad your ok. What a scare!!!!!!
Lana is a cancer survivor. That was a very scary time.
I'm so happy that you are okay!
Lauren is seeing a surgeon this week about another mass in her breast. Although her doctor believes it's probably not a danger to her, it still needs further examination by the specialist. (I'm grateful she has good insurance!)
I'm very glad things worked out positively for you!! That is very scary! I have a good friend who is a breast cancer survivor and my aunt is fighting it right now. I haven't had the courage to go in and have my first "squeeze" but I know I'm going to have to, sooner or later. EEEK!!
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