FitatFifty 11 Posted February 5, 2011 I belive my sleeve has saved my life. In late December, both my primary care physician and I noticed a lump in my left breast. Had a mammogram, was recalled for additonal photos and had both an ultrasound and biopsy that day, and result is I have breast cancer. Fortunately, it's treatable and I will have surgery to remove the lump probably at the end of the month, followed by radiation. I am working hard to get my BMI below the obese stage, as obesity compromises survival rates in women with estorgen-postivive, HER2 negative cancers, which is what I have. So, here's another positive result from my sleeve and the weight loss!! I'm off to kick cancer's ass...pardon my French! Fit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hopeandfaith 6 Posted February 5, 2011 I like your attitude!! Keep up the GOOD work and KICK ASS!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
khg2269 0 Posted February 5, 2011 That's good to hear, kick that cancer's ass. You can do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted February 5, 2011 I belive my sleeve has saved my life. In late December, both my primary care physician and I noticed a lump in my left breast. Had a mammogram, was recalled for additonal photos and had both an ultrasound and biopsy that day, and result is I have breast cancer. Fortunately, it's treatable and I will have surgery to remove the lump probably at the end of the month, followed by radiation. I am working hard to get my BMI below the obese stage, as obesity compromises survival rates in women with estorgen-postivive, HER2 negative cancers, which is what I have. So, here's another positive result from my sleeve and the weight loss!! I'm off to kick cancer's ass...pardon my French! Fit ((((((((Fit))))))))) Hang in there lady, I absolutely know you can do this!!! Stay strong like you are now - and yes, work hard to lose those pounds. Please keep us in to loop on how you're doing!! I'm sending you all the positive vibes your way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FitatFifty 11 Posted February 6, 2011 thanks so much!! I know this going to turn out ok, but the journey will be bumpy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KabinKitty 11 Posted February 6, 2011 Fit, I love your attitude and your energy! I know you will kick cancer's ARSE! This is another reason I decided to do VSG......cancer risks go down when you lose weight. I had a scare with a colon incident after having had two polyps during my last scope. I waited for about 6 years to have another one and after watching Dr. Oz go through exactly what I did I decided to get my second one in Dec '10. It took two to be completely checked out, (very long story!) "butt" the doc found NONE this time! I wanted to kiss the nurse when I woke up! hehehe We must be proactive in the fight for our health! Forget embarassament, inconvience, pride, pain or cost....we may only get one chance so I'm taking mine and running with it!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MRSKOUBiK 27 Posted February 7, 2011 My thoughts are with you while you go through this journey! Stay strong! I love your positivity! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FitatFifty 11 Posted February 7, 2011 Thanks to all of you for your encouragement. I have an MRI tomorrow, then a visit with my surgeon on WEdnesday. Still working out and making sure I'm eating well every day!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernSleever 228 Posted February 7, 2011 I know you can do it! We are all rooting for you!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FitatFifty 11 Posted February 14, 2011 Just an update. Had a second biopsy to rule out abnormalities spotted on pre-surgery MRI, and it was clean!!! So, back to the battle and all is well. Thank you for your support during this difficult time. VSG folks are simply the best. Happy Valentines Day to you all-- Fit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted February 14, 2011 Just an update. Had a second biopsy to rule out abnormalities spotted on pre-surgery MRI, and it was clean!!! So, back to the battle and all is well. Thank you for your support during this difficult time. VSG folks are simply the best. Happy Valentines Day to you all-- Fit That is absolutely fabulous news!!! Hoping the very very best for you!! Happy Valentines Day to you too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M2G 1,836 Posted February 14, 2011 Oh my goodness! That is indeed scary, but I'm so thankful that you caught this early. Having the right attitude and frame of mind will give you the ability to fight this. Thank you for sharing this with us, and please keep us posted on your progress! I will be thinking of you as you go through this all! HUGS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jane_J 117 Posted February 14, 2011 I belive my sleeve has saved my life. In late December, both my primary care physician and I noticed a lump in my left breast. Had a mammogram, was recalled for additonal photos and had both an ultrasound and biopsy that day, and result is I have breast cancer. Fortunately, it's treatable and I will have surgery to remove the lump probably at the end of the month, followed by radiation. I am working hard to get my BMI below the obese stage, as obesity compromises survival rates in women with estorgen-postivive, HER2 negative cancers, which is what I have. So, here's another positive result from my sleeve and the weight loss!! I'm off to kick cancer's ass...pardon my French! Fit Hit that cancer bastard hard girl, am rooting for you from the UK. Jane xxx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FitatFifty 11 Posted February 15, 2011 Surgery is scheduled for March 8 (it's a lumpectomy, so I can still wear my new, but smaller, Chantel bras), and all is looking good. Thank you so much for your support!! XXXOOO Catherine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myrori 55 Posted February 15, 2011 Thoughts and prayers are with you, too many around me are battling this awful disease and I hope each and everyone of you kick its @ss! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites