Had an appointment with my Oncologist bright and early this morning. I was a bit apprehensive since I knew she would be discussing the results of several test and scans I had last week. The main one being a PET scan. This test is important in determining cancer cells within the body. In my case, she basically had me do one to see if all my treatment worked - surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, and if there had been any spread of the disease.
Because cancer had spread from my breast to two lymph nodes under my right arm I have/had a higher probability for metastasis. Knowing that - I was nervous to get the results. She came into the room all smiles and immediately began to read my report. Then I heard her say "no signs of metastatic breast cancer" That means - no traces of cancer remain in my body - the treatment worked!!!
Pardon me while I do the "happy dance!"
I do have two issues that need to be investigated and treated - one is a couple of nodules on my thyroid. Dr. M isn't worried about it, just wants me to have a Specialist check it out.
The other is a mild case of Lymphedema in my right arm. This is due to the 18 lymph nodes removed from my armpit area. She is going to have me do some therapy for that and get fitted for a compression sleeve.
Ya know, things could have been a LOT worse! I can "deal" with these issues which I consider minor in comparison to what it could have been. I'm happy to NOT have cancer! I'm blessed!
Because cancer had spread from my breast to two lymph nodes under my right arm I have/had a higher probability for metastasis. Knowing that - I was nervous to get the results. She came into the room all smiles and immediately began to read my report. Then I heard her say "no signs of metastatic breast cancer" That means - no traces of cancer remain in my body - the treatment worked!!!
Pardon me while I do the "happy dance!"
I do have two issues that need to be investigated and treated - one is a couple of nodules on my thyroid. Dr. M isn't worried about it, just wants me to have a Specialist check it out.
The other is a mild case of Lymphedema in my right arm. This is due to the 18 lymph nodes removed from my armpit area. She is going to have me do some therapy for that and get fitted for a compression sleeve.
Ya know, things could have been a LOT worse! I can "deal" with these issues which I consider minor in comparison to what it could have been. I'm happy to NOT have cancer! I'm blessed!
That's excellent news! Happy for you!
So, so glad to hear that! What great news, and just in time for the holidays :-).
Yes you are blessed! Congrats on the good results!!