the doctor had to use the fine needle instead because the breast tissue was too solid to allow the (thicker) needle gun to penetrate into the growth. I don't think I could have stood all the poking and probing without the L.A. and I suspect I am going to be very bruised tomorrow.

by meganne 01 Dec 2008

Thanks Maria, I am up to date on this and my sister won't have the test.
Two maternal Aunts, three maternal cousins and my sister all having breast cancer is a pretty fair indication that it is in our family line. But there is much more research that needs doing before they are even sure of what, having the Braca 1 or Braca 2 gene deviation, means to those families who have it.
http://www.aolhealth.com/conditio...
If you are interested in learning more it is worth visiting the above website, among others.
hugs n roses as always, Meganne

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

I'm a tough old bird Yoriko, but sometimes it does get to me. But those times I come to my family at Cute and they shre a laugh and a loving word of support and it restores my spirits and reminds me that I can overcome with love and faith.
I hope your Aunt has recovered completely from her cancer. Hugs n roses, M

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

God bless you Heather, you must have had your fight with it around the same time as my Sister's first battle with it. It sure makes it easier to face when you have someone to talk to, who has already been there.
I watched a fantastic documentary last week, called "Pieces Of Me" it's the story of four generations of breast cancer in the one Australian family and it was perhaps the best and most uplifting documentary I have seen on the subject. Truly inspiring, no doom and gloom it really helped to see the way each of the three sisters coped with the news that they have the BRCA 2 gene. It was what i needed to lighten my mood and return me to my (normally) practical positive self.
Thanks so much for your support and I hope you will never face that threat again. hugs n roses, M

by toet 12 Nov 2008

Meganne my heart reaches out to you,and your family,i will help you be strong. When i read your story i cried for you,and wanted to hold your hand,as i could feel what you are feeling. . Meganne you will find an iner strength that you never knew that you had. The cute family will help keep you strong. Contact me at any time you need me. Heather

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Nah, I'm only brave because i have my darling Ray with me every step of the way. I nearly cut the circulation in his good hand, i was holding it so tightly. LOL!

To me, knowledge is power & if sharing
this journey with you all, helps even one other woman to be more vigilant & it saves one other life through knowledge and warning, Then I feel it is something I must do.

20 odd years ago, I lost a beautiful friend to breast cancer that wasn't detected early enough.

She was only 34 and the cancer had spread to her pelvis and liver before she was even diagnosed with having breast cancer. And of course it was too late to save her.

Back then it was thought that Women under 50 don't get breast cancer, so they don't need regular mammograms. Thankfully we know better now.

Surprisingly, I'm not that sore from the biopsy tonight, I think the left breast is way sorer, but I am weary, so may have an early night.

I may even be ok for bowling in the morning. I can hope! :-}
Hugs n roses dear friend, love you, M

by shirlener88 12 Nov 2008

Oh my goodness Meg, you can not be serious about bowling - but if you do go - I know you will take care of yourself and will be with others that care for you, too. You have said just what someone may need to hear - that is for sure. My prayers are with you - today and always. I am happy you have Ray with you, too.

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you Judy, don't forget self examination. hugs n roses, M

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

EEEOOOOOOOW! Just the thought of that makes my blood turn cold. I do hope the treatment eased your pain.

Many year ago I had a cortisone injection (cold turkey) in the joint of my big toe & I blessed that doctor for his knowledge of anatomy as he was right on target.
Several years later i wasn't so lucky with the next doctor who had to repeat the treatment... Oh boy does it hurt when they hit the bone, I still remember it!!! It made first GP's skills even more apparent after the ineptitude of the second one.

I do believe that some people are just far more skilled than others.

I think by far the worst needle i ever had was by an inept blood collector who had to draw a sample from me when I was in hospital with pneumonia, she was quite a cranky piece of work, and when she couldn't raise a vein in my arms or hand she inserted the needle between the knuckle joints in my hand, before then i didn't think i was still capable of screaming. I was wrong. LOL!

We humans sure do go through a lot from the cradle to the tomb, don't we?

I do hope your shoulder problem is cured by the treatment.
hugs n roses, Meganne

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you Kerry, as you are often in mine. Please don't forget your self examination too. hugs n love, M
PS, did you get my email?

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you Emily, and please remember early detection is the best cure. hugs n roses, M

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you so much, I will remember your Mum in my prayers too, that she remains clear for the rest of her life.

I created a doll in the Celebration Chain for my sister, you may like to create one for your mum.
http://www.celebrationchain.com
hugs n roses, Meganne

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you Mary, I'd like to be able to bowl in the morning and so far it's not too painful so I may just get there. Please remember your self examination. hugs n roses, M

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you so much. I think it's important to keep everyone here informed as it may just save someone else. Please don't forget to do your self examination. hugs n roses, M

by meganne 12 Nov 2008

Thank you Mary, I will keep you all informed. we've started this journey together and I think it's important to share it with you all. hugs n love, M