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Posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
I went for my first ever mammogram a couple of weeks ago and they saw something that made them want to do an MRI. Actually, after the mammogram I had a sonogram, then they tried to do a ductogram - which involves injecting dye into a duct - but after trying for 4 hours they decided my ducts were too small (and yes it was as painful as it sounds) so now we're on to the MRI. The doc said things actually look okay, but some symptoms indicate something that could be pre-cancerous, so they're checking to be on the safe side. I actually forgot what the pre-cancerous condition was called, but hey, I remembered all of that other medical terminology I used above, so I'm not going to be too hard on myself.
I told my boss and other co-worker what was going on with the explicit instructions not to tell anybody about it, so of course everyone knows. So I can look forward to questions like, "So how's your boob!?" Wonderful. I'm okay though, just ready to get it over with.
-T
Posted by fayeroe on April 30, 2007, at 21:20:50
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
> I went for my first ever mammogram a couple of weeks ago and they saw something that made them want to do an MRI. Actually, after the mammogram I had a sonogram, then they tried to do a ductogram - which involves injecting dye into a duct - but after trying for 4 hours they decided my ducts were too small (and yes it was as painful as it sounds) so now we're on to the MRI. The doc said things actually look okay, but some symptoms indicate something that could be pre-cancerous, so they're checking to be on the safe side. I actually forgot what the pre-cancerous condition was called, but hey, I remembered all of that other medical terminology I used above, so I'm not going to be too hard on myself.
>
> I told my boss and other co-worker what was going on with the explicit instructions not to tell anybody about it, so of course everyone knows. So I can look forward to questions like, "So how's your boob!?" Wonderful. I'm okay though, just ready to get it over with.
>
> -They, i've been there........i'll be with you tomorrow..........pat
Posted by karen_kay on April 30, 2007, at 21:21:24
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
make sure to let us know how your boob's doin..
sorry, had to be the first to 'say' it.
sending positive thoughts your way dear. and take care of yourself.
Posted by Bobby on April 30, 2007, at 21:45:17
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
Hopefully the Dr.s are just looking to make a few extra bucks by ordering more tests. I trust you'll keep us abreast of the situation :)---really--good luck--you're ok with me Texas chic.
Posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 21:57:58
In reply to Good luck » TexasChic, posted by Bobby on April 30, 2007, at 21:45:17
He, he! Yall are funny. Thanks for the...
SUPPORT!
He, he, he!
-T
P.S. I bought one of those body shaper things that's suppose to make you look smooth and hide any bulges, and when I tried it on it just emphasized everything! Gross!
Posted by Phil on May 1, 2007, at 6:33:21
In reply to Re: Good luck, posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 21:57:58
I firmly believe you'll be just fine.
Posted by scratchpad on May 1, 2007, at 7:18:44
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
Please let us know how you're doing, OK?
take care
Scratchpad
Posted by Dinah on May 1, 2007, at 7:50:35
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
Best of luck to you, and ouch. My sympathies for the ductogram.
Take extra gentle care.
Posted by Larry Hoover on May 1, 2007, at 8:26:00
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
Oh dear, TC, this is not fun at all. If you change your mind about being okay with all of this, we're here for you.
{{{{{{{{{{{{TC}}}}}}}}}}}}
BTW, I always find MRIs to be weirdly transcendental. Almost mystical.
Best,
Lar
Posted by texaschic on May 1, 2007, at 10:42:31
In reply to Re: Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done. » TexasChic, posted by Larry Hoover on May 1, 2007, at 8:26:00
Well, its done but I won't know anything for 24-48 hours. And you're right Larry, MRI's are SO WEIRD! I think of it as what it would be like to have tests performed on you after being abducted by aliens.
-T
Posted by Jay on May 1, 2007, at 11:17:50
In reply to Re: Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by texaschic on May 1, 2007, at 10:42:31
> Well, its done but I won't know anything for 24-48 hours. And you're right Larry, MRI's are SO WEIRD! I think of it as what it would be like to have tests performed on you after being abducted by aliens.
>
> -THi TC. ((((HUGS)))) to you. I am keeping my fingers crossed for you. It sounds like, if it is anything, they caught it at an early stage which is terrific...and that is IF it is anything. Please take care...and remember your promise..if you or I are not married by the time we are 50, we'll marry each other. :)
Jay
Posted by Phillipa on May 1, 2007, at 11:52:21
In reply to Re: Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done. » texaschic, posted by Jay on May 1, 2007, at 11:17:50
If they are looking at the ducts they can get clogged and I'm sure it's nothing Seriously I've had a biopsy and nothing. Didn't even know they were doing MRI's now on the breasts. Well it's over Love Phillipa
Posted by Kath on May 1, 2007, at 15:49:17
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
You're in my thoughts.
luv, Kath
Posted by Angela2 on May 1, 2007, at 16:21:48
In reply to Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm having an MRI done., posted by TexasChic on April 30, 2007, at 20:44:23
((((TC)))) Sending good vibes your way. Hopefully it's nothing serious.
Angela2
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