MD's Radical Life Revision

[AngelPunks]

LOL very funny . Although I did reflect this afternoon that it's only a very tiny slice of the total arse pain that I had while pregnant with SPD!
APunks - how long and how frequently did you have to get the biopsies for...do you still routinely have them?

I haven't had one since before mum died, I suppose I should, but her blood condition burnt out about 2 years before she got cancer. I used to get them done every 18 months and did that from when I hit 20 until I was in my 30s.

[AnyDream]

Holy Smoke, Batman! APunks you must've been well and truly "over" the experience after about the 2nd one, I bet.

Ange, I thought of you while I was lying in the double donut today. LOL. Quality time with a machine. We've been watching BSG season 4 and I felt like I'd had a romantic date with a cylon PMSL.

[AnyDream]

Ok, PET scan showed an enlarged lymph node in my right armpit (definitely have lymphoma) and a mass/tumour/lesion in my left breast (best case it's also lymphoma, fingers crossed it's not breast cancer).

I will be having a core-biopsy ASAP to determine what exactly is in my breast. Hopefully it is a lymphoma because that will mean a single treatment pathway (ie chemo). If it is breast cancer, it will involve surgery and a more complicated treatment pathway (multiple types of chemo).

Either way it's not particularly nice.

Still holding onto my feeling of being utterly blessed that I'm here with my husband and family and not thousands of kms away dealing with it with my DH away on deployment. We're batting for lymphoma because as the dr said, I'm young, I haven't lost any weight (not since I've stopped my gallbladder-enforced diet LOL) I have no symptoms...either way we are going for a CURE.

I believe utterly in the power of my body to heal itself now that I can shine the light of awareness on it (oh and a ****load of powerful medicine).

ETA - anyone remember me writing about my lumpy boob way back when I was pregnant? That's how long it's been there - undetected despite repeated ultrasounds, etc. So there you go.

[Ozstar]

MD I am praying that it is the lymphoma and that your treatment and recovery is quick. You have a wonderful attitude and so much support so no matter what, I am sure you will get through whatever life throws at you.

[alioops]

Oh hun lets hope it is the easier option!!!

I am so with you on being glad DH is home from deployments, but even if he wasn't, this is one thing that DCO would bring him home for. And being with your family is even more of a blessing, You have the support network you need there with you right now.

You are in my thoughts and prayers hun

[LimeSlice]

sending some healing energy your way hun *hugs*

I have no doubt your mindset will be such a huge help to your body's healing. Remember if you have a bad day though, and need a huggle, just drop me a line

you will be constantly in my thoughts, hang in there sweets!

[Arimeh]

MD -

I've always believed that a person with a strong mind can achieve anything.

Good luck for your biopsy

xx

[Footsteps]

oh md iv only just noticed this thread...you are a amazing woman...and you will get better...you are strong lady.
lots of love rach xxxx

[AnyDream]

Thank you everyone for your words of support. I really am still reeling. Perhaps I'll have a better grip on the situation once I've slept on it.

[Astrid]

MD - wishing you strength and health.

[Janie]

MD, I really don't know what to say . Of course you're still reeling, that is a massive amount to take in, and you still don't know the whole story. But I have faith in you, and your body, to fight hard, to overcome this battle. I'm sending you plenty of healthy vibes, and wishing you well in this journey......may it be very, very short.

[Isadora]

Oh MD I'm lost for words! Can I just say your positive attitude is amazing! I am wishing you all the best & you will be in my thoughts.

[fionas]

Marydean - it's really difficult to know what to say because I know that whatever we say, you will already have said it to yourself beause you're a very wise woman.

Just know that we think you're marvellous, a top chick, we LOVE you and that we are here for you.

I hope that the IRL people are being very good to you right now.

I just want you to keep on doing your optimistic thang and let us know if you need anything.

Geez, sometimes words really aren't enough so MASSIVE HUGS. Am so beside myself, that I can't find the stupid emoticon for hugs.

[Cally]

Absolutely massive hugs out to you MD!! You are a very strong person, I have everything crossed that you will be OK.

So glad that you are back home now, DH isn't away and you will have all your family around you to help you get through this.

[Cassius2]

oh man MD! talk about intuition! you so knew that boob lump was funky! finally they have agreed and now something can be done about it!!!

sending you all the love and healing vibes i have in my heart, i'm with you on the positive train express, stopping all stations to enjoy the views and eat, drink and be merry. (Well that's my version of 'express' lol)

xx

[Ginger]

really hoping everything turns out ok for you hun xoxo
love A, J, L and little J

[~Kate~]

I am thinking of you MD and hoping for all the best! Hugs from us...and Sarah sends a high five to you

[MamaPan]

Oh MD my dear Buddy - i just came on to see how you went yesterday...
I am thinking of you, not much I can say but so glad you are home and with your family and no absent DH.
If positivity is something to help you heal - which i think it is - you will have the fastest recovery in history.
I know there is nothing i can do - but if there is even a slight thing pls tell me.
xxxxx
ps cant believe the intuition...i remember being so relieved the lump was nothing way back then.... (and cant believe we would celebrate and be so thankful for no weightloss LOL)