Hard lump in right breast/ armpit area?

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Angela one of my first pieces of advice (I am 10:22) is that I would HIGHLY recommend you go to Emory instead of the Cancer Center of America. I know you feel like a stastic but you are a person and many people care about you (even strangers like me on DCUM). But that is my first suggestion. Where you go to START the process has a huge impact for continued care... Can you switch to Emory? Also in Atlanta?

HUGS.

Thank you, he is checking if Emory is an option for us. He is thinking it is. I know in my have what you are saying is true, logic has seemed to disappear in the emotions. I am thankful for all of you. I had pretty much no knowledge of this, so the advice I have received has been greatly appreciated. It has helped me to know what it best. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

heart.

[Anonymous]

BC survivor here...I cannot say enough good things about the ladies over at breastcancer.org! They are the best source of support and information!

[Anonymous]

I am a PP with early stage BC. I had my diagnostic mammogram and a stereotactic biopsy in a radiology center. From that I got a diagnosis.
Next, I had an MRI.
From these combined results, they recommended a lumpectomy and then radiation.
What I didn't realize at first, in my new diagnosis fog, is that it is the surgery that will really confirm the diagnosis and give even more information. So after I had surgery, THOSE results really finalized the plan. That was just my situation, and yours may be different.

It is hard in the beginning because you're shocked and you want to know everything but it's hard to absorb everything. And there are usually still more tests needed to get all the final information needed about your cancer.

Do check out www.breastcancer.org. The ladies there are terrific.

And either Emory or Moffett would be great for your care.

Will be thinking of you!

[Anonymous]

Hi Angela! I'm the stage IIIC BC person who's just finished chemo & is starting rads this week...still here & very much a late night poster. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have and apologize for not checking in sooner. I've been in touch with the stage IV AMA poster, by the way (hi AMA poster!) and she's been amazingly helpful & has kindly offered here to support you as well. You're not alone!

I second a PP's suggestion to check out breastcancer.org. There is a "Just Diagnosed" forum in the Discussion Boards section where you can post questions and seek help.

I agree that the first few weeks are the toughest. I think I cried for several weeks straight. Now it's been seven months for me since my diagnosis, and I feel almost mentally and emotionally stable again. I don't want to overwhelm you with too much information, so ask what you want to know from a patient's perspective.

Be aware that, as has been mentioned in this thread, the pathological examination of the tumor (after removal via lumpectomy or mastectomy) is going to give you the clearest diagnosis.

One bite at a time is how you'll get through this. Most people are diagnosed with early stage BC that is highly curable. Sending you hugs and positive vibes!

[Anonymous]

I appreciate the information about breastcancer.org, I have not had time to go there, but I will. My pa is not opposed to referring me to Emory Clinic surgical oncology. They do accept our insurance. So the records are going to be sent there. I do not need to repeat any of the diagnostic tests. I just have a long road ahead. Since one pp mentioned that there is a forum in the site I am going to utilize this. It could help to talk with women in this situation. I honestly don't think I will be using it anytime soon. On top of this my husband is trying to figure out leave time so we can do this together. Still have not figured out at what point we tell the family.

[Anonymous]

I know it's scary, but you've got this...and give yourself permission to cry and feel angry for a while. (((hugs)))

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Hi Angela! I'm the stage IIIC BC person who's just finished chemo & is starting rads this week...still here & very much a late night poster. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have and apologize for not checking in sooner. I've been in touch with the stage IV AMA poster, by the way (hi AMA poster!) and she's been amazingly helpful & has kindly offered here to support you as well. You're not alone!

I second a PP's suggestion to check out breastcancer.org. There is a "Just Diagnosed" forum in the Discussion Boards section where you can post questions and seek help.

I agree that the first few weeks are the toughest. I think I cried for several weeks straight. Now it's been seven months for me since my diagnosis, and I feel almost mentally and emotionally stable again. I don't want to overwhelm you with too much information, so ask what you want to know from a patient's perspective.

Be aware that, as has been mentioned in this thread, the pathological examination of the tumor (after removal via lumpectomy or mastectomy) is going to give you the clearest diagnosis.

One bite at a time is how you'll get through this. Most people are diagnosed with early stage BC that is highly curable. Sending you hugs and positive vibes!

AMA poster here again. Hello, my friend Stage IIIC! Looking forward to catching up soon.

Angela, the PP is right. You are not alone.

Also, these *are* the roughest weeks. Everything is new and nothing makes sense and there is so much information that you can easily get overwhelmed without understanding how it all fits together. For example. It's standard procedure to have the bone scan, yet it is quite possible no one will explain why it's standard. Nor will they explain that it takes about six hours from start to finish, which can wear on your last nerve.

As PPs have noted, breastcancer.org is a great resource. So is this thread.

Know we are here for you. Stage IIIC above has been a great support to me. We are ready to support you as well.

Breathe deep, take care, and know you're not alone, Angela.

[Anonymous]

Angela, I'm new to this thread and blessedly have no experience with BC but just wanted to say you are on my mind and in my heart as you proceed with treatment. Thinking of you and wishing you strength in the coming days and months.

[Anonymous]

Angela- prayers for you. I'm a new poster, but by being vigilant you have likely saved your own life. Please give yourself credit for that, and prayers for strength for you during this time!

[Anonymous]

Hi, I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this. I know you posted this a bit ago, but I just did my first mammogram, and was hoping you can tell me what your experience with the screening mammogram was? Did anything stand out?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Hi, I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this. I know you posted this a bit ago, but I just did my first mammogram, and was hoping you can tell me what your experience with the screening mammogram was? Did anything stand out?

Please. This is not about you.

[Anonymous]

Hi Angela. Just thinking about you and sending good thoughts.

Hope you're taking good care.

[Anonymous]

Me too. You've been on my mind. Prayers for you Angela.

[Anonymous]

More prayers for Angela. Lots of love.

[Anonymous]

Hi Angela! Sending good thoughts to you.