It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month...

diamondrose · 10-21-2010, 09:12 AM

just had my yearly last friday! Also I bought a really nice bracelet in supports of Breast Cancer Awareness.

My favorite tic tacs support it also!!!

Delish · 10-21-2010, 09:43 AM

I went and had a breast exam yesterday and my mammogram is scheduled for next Tuesday. It's kinda weird because the same thing they thought my ex had before they found out it was cancer, is my dx. I am not worried however.
What I learned yesterday was, even though I have had a complete hysterectomy, I still need to see a gyno for a yearly appt. There's always a "chance" that a "stump" or piece or the cervical could've been left which could cause cervical cancer. Because of the last time I saw a gyno, I REALLY do NOT want to go. I think I will just pray on it

Tommi · 10-21-2010, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Delish

I went and had a breast exam yesterday and my mammogram is scheduled for next Tuesday. It's kinda weird because the same thing they thought my ex had before they found out it was cancer, is my dx. I am not worried however.
What I learned yesterday was, even though I have had a complete hysterectomy, I still need to see a gyno for a yearly appt. There's always a "chance" that a "stump" or piece or the cervical could've been left which could cause cervical cancer. Because of the last time I saw a gyno, I REALLY do NOT want to go. I think I will just pray on it

I changed Doctors after crappy treatment, and now am on a routine schedule.
After a total radical hysterctomey, oopherectomy and 16 lymph nodes removed for endometrial cancer in 2004, I thought I would be off scott free from those dreaded exams. They took it all. Right? Doc. said cells can start up, and best to be checked. SO,
I had to go once a month for awhile, then every 3 mos, then 6 mos, for the first 5 years. Now, in my 6th year post op , I will go annually. I already have my appointment for May of next year, my 7th anniversary.

My mammo results came back negative, and my other ...came back negative..so, imagine how positive I feel. Speshully since I though it should have been prostate cancer.

katsarecool · 10-22-2010, 12:01 AM

I am ashamed to admit this but I have not had a mammo in four years!!! My mother died of this disease and I am five years older than she was when she lost her life. I have no excuses other than I am scared to do it. I have the script on my desk (the second one) that the doctor wrote out two weeks ago when I went for my regular gyn check up. She examined my breasts then and found no lumps. I guess I have a feeling of complacency as well. Going to call the hospital in the morning to set up an appointment!

Tommi · 10-22-2010, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by katsarecool

I am ashamed to admit this but I have not had a mammo in four years!!! My mother died of this disease and I am five years older than she was when she lost her life. I have no excuses other than I am scared to do it. I have the script on my desk (the second one) that the doctor wrote out two weeks ago when I went for my regular gyn check up. She examined my breasts then and found no lumps. I guess I have a feeling of complacency as well. Going to call the hospital in the morning to set up an appointment!

You are making me do the happy dance and it is almost midnight. Way to go, snapping my suspenders cuz I'm proud of you.

I f I was closer I would drive you there and we could get a snazzy dessert after you get your Picture's taken.

katsarecool · 10-22-2010, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Tommi

You are making me do the happy dance and it is almost midnight. Way to go, snapping my suspenders cuz I'm proud of you.

I f I was closer I would drive you there and we could get a snazzy dessert after you get your Picture's taken.

Wouldn't that be fun!!! There is a movement on that women who are having mammos (especially those with a history of breast cancer or a strong family history) should buddy up for these pictures. I would love something chocolate and very decadent!!! thanks Tommi!!

Tommi · 10-22-2010, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by katsarecool

Wouldn't that be fun!!! There is a movement on that women who are having mammos (especially those with a history of breast cancer or a strong family history) should buddy up for these pictures. I would love something chocolate and very decadent!!! thanks Tommi!!

A shopping cart through Godiva's ?

10-21-2010, 09:43 AM	#2
Delish Member How Do You Identify?: Queen of our castle Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: She put a ring on it and the date is set :) Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Missouri...in her arms :) Posts: 1,089 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,279 Thanked 834 Times in 427 Posts Rep Power: 3888561	I went and had a breast exam yesterday and my mammogram is scheduled for next Tuesday. It's kinda weird because the same thing they thought my ex had before they found out it was cancer, is my dx. I am not worried however. What I learned yesterday was, even though I have had a complete hysterectomy, I still need to see a gyno for a yearly appt. There's always a "chance" that a "stump" or piece or the cervical could've been left which could cause cervical cancer. Because of the last time I saw a gyno, I REALLY do NOT want to go. I think I will just pray on it __________________

10-22-2010, 12:01 AM	#4
katsarecool Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, Her, Woman Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Between Athens and Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 1,236 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,849 Thanked 1,765 Times in 734 Posts Rep Power: 323367	I am ashamed to admit this but I have not had a mammo in four years!!! My mother died of this disease and I am five years older than she was when she lost her life. I have no excuses other than I am scared to do it. I have the script on my desk (the second one) that the doctor wrote out two weeks ago when I went for my regular gyn check up. She examined my breasts then and found no lumps. I guess I have a feeling of complacency as well. Going to call the hospital in the morning to set up an appointment! __________________

10-21-2010, 09:12 AM	#1
diamondrose Member How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 1,384 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2 Thanked 2,895 Times in 923 Posts Rep Power: 13536274	just had my yearly last friday! Also I bought a really nice bracelet in supports of Breast Cancer Awareness. My favorite tic tacs support it also!!!