Hi just thought I’d introduce myself. I was diagnosed with infiltrative ductal carcinoma grade 2 at the beginning of the moth. I have had mammograms, ultrasounds, core biopsies and a CT scan. The CT scan has shown I also have an ovarian cyst the size of a tennis ball and I have had to have 2 MRI scans as well and will probably need a hysterectomy . Originally they were going to do a mastectomy, left breast reduction and an immediate reconstruction DIEP flap (tummy tuck). They have now decided to delay the reconstruction and I will just have the mastectomy and left breast reduction done on Friday. Has anyone had anything similar. I’m trying to work out just how long I will need to recuperate between each operation. I don’t know yet whether I will need radio or chemotherapy. I’ve had the sentinel node biopsy and apart from a tiny speck on the sentinel node 8 further nodes which they have also removed are clear which is good news.
Hi Helen
Welcome to a place where you will get lots of advice and support from a fabulous group of people.
You sound like you have been through the mill recently and I am sorry that you are facing so much.
My advice is to take one day at a time, do not look too far ahead, you have several things going on so just concentrate on each stage one at a time, your medical team will get things sorted.
You will need lots of tlc and plenty of rest between each operation, be kind to yourself, take all offers of help, drink plenty of water, keep in touch with this wonderful group here and DO NOT GOOGLE!! information on the internet is often out of date, we are all individuals with our own unique journey.
It is good news that the 8 nodes were clear.
All the very best for your op on Friday, as I said get plenty of rest, listen to your medical team, do as they say.
Sending gentle hugs
Wendy x
Hi Helen
Welcome to the BCC forums, in addition to the support here our helpliners are on hand with practical and emotional support 9-5 weekdays and 10-2 Saturdays so please feel free to call
I am posting a link to the treatments section of this site where you will find information about surgery, reconstruction and treatments along with further BCC support services which I hope you will find helpful:
breastcancercare.org.uk/treatment
Take care
Lucy BCC