March 2, 2009
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Mammogram Results & Venting
I’m not sure things went very well. I’m not sure they went necessarily bad, either.
I was there for over 3 hours. I got there before 1pm and left close to 4:30pm. They saw the big lump I’ve had since last summer and some other “suspicious” spots on the mammogram. They made me wait for an ultrasound room to become available. That took 45 minutes, or so. They said I’d be in there 25 -30 minutes and it turned into over an hour. Then the doctor came in and looked at the ultra sound and felt around. She wanted me to come back for a biopsy. After getting redressed, the doctor wanted to see me again, on the ultrasound, to be sure to mark the spots where she wanted the biopsies taken – marked them on ultra sound film/copies. So I had to open my dress front AGAIN, but not undress this time. Then the conference room. Then the business person. Then the person who schedules appointments; who was rude and couldn’t understand why Rissy’s neurological appt. (if scheduled on the same day) was more important to me than a biopsy. I’ve lived with this lump since last summer – a week or a few days won’t make any difference That’s when the “other women” came out and told me they “weren’t babysitters” and not to bring my girls back. (rolling eyes).
The doctor “thinks” it may be other things, but she’d like to prove the two “odd spots” and the rope like lump aren’t cancer first; and, THEN treat me with antibiotics if it’s some sort of breast infection. That’s what she said, and maybe they say that to all patients to not scare them. I have no fear. Don’t know why. I just don’t.
The worst part was keeping the girls occupied. I never dreamed I’d be there that long – I thought 30 minutes. So, I was courteously asked NOT to bring them back because a woman was nervous about her tests and the girls made her worse . . . MORE nervous. The girls HAVE not been listening lately and Jesse and I have both talked to them about obeying us. But – 3 hours ??? c’mon . . . The women didn’t say it once, she said it 3 times. I told her I understood and that I never dreamed I’d be there as long as I was or I wouldn’t have brought them. I was told I’d be there a half hour. So she repeated again (and again a second time) not to bring them back. That was while the business lady with the attitude was dealing with me and my “lack of concern appearance” about getting in on the one day she gave me. VERY WEARING.
I’m more upset about the girls talking to strangers and running between the drinking fountain and restrooms after I told them not to. They brought books, they were given strict instructions and . . . oh well!
I’m not thrilled about the 3 biopsies they want to do. After the lidocaine wears off, it sounds like it will be painful. Oh well, again. It must be done, I guess.
I know they are very aggressive about preventing cancer in women these days, and I don’t blame them, but this all feels a little bit push, push, push for something they, too, think might only be fibrous. The doctor kept saying she was puzzled at what she saw and she mentioned quizacally (a few time) “it just looked weird” – she just wasn’t sure . . .
So, March 18 (at the crack of dawn) I’ll be back all morning for the 3 biopsies and a metal chip will be placed in each site for future reference. They assured me I wouldn’t set off the alarms at Wal-Mart and that I WOULD pass airport security!
From some of the comments left, I felt like I might have scared some of you and that’s why I’m posting what happened this same day instead of waiting until tomorrow.
On a lighter note – I had a wonderful surprise in the mail when I got home. My dear brother just sent a copy of the soundtrack we made for the play “Mame” (eons ago!!!). I have the “record” but no turntable. And, it’s probably scratched, anyway. I have the CD in my computer as I’m typing. Such fond memories. To those of you who knew, this is one of the plays that Kenny Ortega directed (High School Musical producer/choreographer Kenny Ortega). So many of my high school friends sang on this CD and my oldest sister was “Mame” – her voice was great – even as a 20 year old! My brothers played trumpet in the orchestra. None of us making this CD were over 21 – only a few – and most of us were in high school. VERY PROFESSIONAL sounding orchestra and singers. It amazes me at the talent such young people possessed – and then I went on to be a mom and wife and my only singing now days is in the shower! . . . LOL Anyway, it brings back memories of the “old days!”
Be Blessed ~
Comments (12)
It does not sound like a very fun visit at the doctor’s office but I’m glad to hear that you have no fear. That is a blessing that will save you much un-needed stress.
That CD must be a real treat to listen to. Blessings and thanks for the update.
Sounds like you didn’t have such a fun time of it.
Let us know how all the rest goes.
HUGS,
Tina
oh, what a not enjoyable visit ! I can’t imagine – three hours and the girls having to wait so long too – sometimes doc visits take forever – I was at the doc a few weeks back and instead of an expected hour, it was about three. So sorry it went like it did. I am praying and hoping the best for you. Nice to have something encouraging in the mail when you returned!
blessings~
alyssa
I will be keeping you in my prayers as you face another traumatic day! May God continue to surround you with His wonderful peace.
Love,
Judy
The nurse’s attitude against children was pretty irritating… 3 hours is a long time for kids to wait. I used to cringe when my daughters were younger and I couldn’t leave them at home when I needed to go to a doctor or dental appointment. Repeating herself 3 times about your kids was just being rude.
Can’t believe how rude they were! Mammograms aren’t all that pleasant in the first place, let alone if they find “something weird”…
Hugs from a white Sweden
Wow what a day! It probably is a cyst,I have many of them I had them for years .Some women get them a lot .:)
You know, I will never understand when people complain about children. Were they not once children themselves?? Do they not understand that children just want to be entertained in some way? Children are just that, children, and so some allowences should be given. imho, of course.
I understand the need for such test and pray that all turns out well for you. Lisa~~
Iv’e had biopsies. They do hurt. Take some Advil before you go to your appointment. Are you going to have the needle biopsies or are they taking the lumps out? I prefer to just have them removed, then you don’t have to worry about them or doing more proceedures! Better safe than sorry for me.
May the Lord bless~ I’ll be praying!
How frustrating! ((((HUGS))))
RYC: Normally, I only use 1 crockpot & I think it’s a 6 qt. I just happened to buy a BIG can of chili hot beans at Sam’s Club & w/ using 2 lbs of hamburger, 2 cans of kidney beans, & 2 small cans of tomato sauce, it just doesn’t fit well enough in the one. I can use a smaller can of CHB, 1 lb of hamb, & 1 can of everthing else & it fit just fine, & we usually have leftovers. (Neither of the boys like chili…
) My other crock pot is maybe a 2 or 3 qt. size???? I can generally use that for some things, too, but most of my family are not big eaters. (The boys are trying to prove that wrong, but they are pretty particular about what they eat.) Hope that helps some.
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Needle biopsies, in three places. But, I don’t know if they will do more the same day. I only expected a mammogram yesterday – not ultrasound and conference and booking a return . . .
The only thing I can take is Tylenol – no Ibuprofen, aspirin, Aleve . . . That’s all I can have for pain between now and the 18th because they don’t want any anticoagulants in my system. I took a migraine pill last night and Tylenol this morning. I may ask for a RX of percoset (sp?), as I don’t expect to feel great afterward and I have unavoidable responsibilities here at home.
You are of course, in my prayers. I am glad they are being very cautious…better to be cautious than not. Sorry you had such a tiring day! Blessings my friend.