Had the MRI yesterday and the biopsy today-then a call from the surgeon

[Robyn66]

he saw the results of the MRI and said that the lesion on the right breast definitely looks malignant but there is always a small chance it isn't but that is very unlikely. AND worst of all, there is a "hot spot" on my left breast that looks similar to the right one that they are very concerned about. I have to go in tomorrow for an ultrasound so see if I need another biopsy done on that spot and I guess that means the cancer has spread.

This has turned out far worse than I thought it would. I am devastated! Plus I was prepared to handle cancer in one breast but now this incredible.

so that is the latest for those of you dear du-ers following my nightmare!
Robyn

[Fran Kubelik]

1. Ok, so the thing to do here...

Is breathe. And be hopeful. And know you're not along. We're here with you. :hug:

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

2. I am so sorry! We will all keep our fingers crossed for you,

hoping for a better outcome. :hug:

[Minimus]

3. Oh my. - My thoughts are with you.

:hug:

[liberalhistorian]

4. Oh, no, I'm

so sorry, Robyn. Just breathe for now and try to stay calm and focused (that's gonna be hard, I know). You CAN and must fight this and we'll be here for you.

[Robyn66]

5. I can't even beleive I am talking about myself!

This is the most horrifying experience in my life! I was prepared to handle it if we cought it early but now I don't know what I am facing and that is the worst. I am going to go to Boston once I get all the tests done here. If I have any hope at all I can get it at Dana Farber

[Liberal_in_LA]

24. Don't castastrophize. Maybe it hasn't spread. If it has, there are options.

[Erva]

6. Hang in there Robyn

A very good friend of mine was diagnosed last year with stage 4 breast cancer and she is doing VERY well. Try not to let it scare you out of your wits. You can do this. Take deep breaths and lean on anyone who will help support you. I am a survivor (colon)of six years. I wish I could reach out there and hug you.

[zanne]

7. I wish I was there to give you a hug...

I do know three women who had breast cancer and are now cancer-free. I don't know what your religious preferences are, but I'll pray for you. Remember, there's always somebody here on DU so don't stop talking to us, OK?

[BlueIris]

8. ((((( Robyn66 )))))

You hang in there, Ms. Robyn.

[Robyn66]

9. thank you all

I am trying to. And I will fight this with everything I have, I have a 9 year old daughter a 13 year old daughter and a wonderful husband. And this whole situation is just so unreal to me! Especially because I FEEL FINE!!!!!!

[femmocrat]

10. So sorry for the bad news, Robyn.

I'm keeping you in my prayers. Please let us know what your tests show.

:hug:

[Raven]

11. Hi sweetie. You know who this is. The calls are in about Dana Farber

and I have the go-ahead to make "vacation" decisions. I would call you but it's too late. You must remember that you have many, many people who love you and will be going through this hand in hand with you.

[NJmaverick]

12. My prayers and vibes go out to you

good luck Robyn

:hug:

[latebloomer]

13. I know the feeling of living in a nightmare

and the shock of "this can't be happening to me!" A year ago May I was diagnosed with acute leukemia but am now doing very well.

Work on staying positive and visualizing yourself in perfect health, but also cry, rant and rave when you need to. Your friends and family will rally round- take full advantage of their love, but if you need to be alone, that's OK too. Get the best medical care available- Dana Farber sounds like a good bet. Rent funny movies and laugh your ass off.

My mom had stage 4 breast cancer just before my son was born. He'll be 17 in November and she wondered if she'd see his first birthday. She's alive, kickin and a PITA. One thing I can say is that she's always been a fighter. You need to fight this, and, as my oncologist said to me on my first visit, be there to dance at your children's weddings, and watch your grandkids grow up. Your attitude is at least as important as your medical care.

Big hugs to you. PM me if you like.

:hug:

[Liberal_in_LA]

25. Glad you are doing well!

[Stuart G]

14. My prayers are with you.

[crim son]

15. Following your situation.

Do not despair, Robyn. Maybe the cancer has spread, but that isn't automatically the case. And though it looks malignant, it may not be, or it may be a slow growing tumor.

Many, many hugs to you. I will light a candle and hope somebody listens to prayers. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[emilyg]

16. Hugs to you

Fight!!

[DeposeTheBoyKing]

17. I am sorry you're going through this

I'm sending lots of good vibes and prayers your way. :hug:

[eshfemme]

18. I really hope that things turn out well for you.

My mom caught a lump in her left breast that turned out to be cancerous and then they also found one in her right breast. So I'm hoping that you don't have to go through what she will. Here's to hoping you and my mom will be fine.

PS Will you need to also remove your lymph nodes? I think my mom is going to need to do something like that and she was pretty devastated by the side effects the removal would cause. I'd really urge you to get a doctor that's highly recommended by cancer survivors and is one who you're comfortable with. My mom's initial doctor was great but she injured her surgery hand and my mom went through a bit of trouble trying to find a good replacement in a reasonable amount of time.

[yellowdogintexas]

19. oh, so sorry to hear this, but there is so much that can be done for this

nowadays. And you are going to a great place for treatment. :hug: :hug:

[Arugula Latte]

20. ...

:hug:

[ashling]

21. My thoughts are with you

Hoping for the best
:hug:

[senseandsensibility]

22. I'm so sorry.

My thoughts are with you.

[FloridaJudy]

23. Keeping my fingers crossed for you

And even if both spots are cancer, it doesn't mean that it's spread: a good friend of mine had cancer in both breasts. That was over ten years ago, and she's doing fine. I hope you do as well.

[SeattleGirl]

26. Sending you good vibes, Robyn.

I know it's devastating news, but I also know that a diagnosis of cancer is not always a death sentence.

Hang in there, and hang on to us.

:hug:

[Shell Beau]

27. I am so sorry. You will get through this.

:hug:

[MissMillie]

28. Robyn... stay strong

you're going to need to be strong.

Let us know how we can help you.


and please know that we are praying for your full recovery!


:hug:

[auntAgonist]

29. Robyn, best wishes coming your way.

hang in there till you get all the results and you know where to go from there.

:hug:
aA

[BrklynLiberal]

30. As Fran Kubelik said...just keep breathing. IN-OUT-IN-OUT

I am sending positive vibes and lots of white light in your direction...

[LisaM]

31. I'm sorry to hear about this.

Keep up the good attitude and just take care of business. I also know someone who's survived two bouts of breast cancer. The second one was a surprise - it had spread more than it should have - but they treated it more aggressively because of that, and she's been a survivor of that for about six years now. So hang in there!

[ailsagirl]

32. Our thoughts are with you-- keep us posted

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[JCMach1]

34. shit... hope everthing ends up ok

had a skin cancer scare... a real tumor (at age 41) back in April. I only wish you the best.

[w8liftinglady]

35. I work with a lot of cancer survivors.There is a lot of hope out there.

I'll keep you in my prayers.

[WinkyDink]

36. {{{Robyn66}}}! I wish you all the best!