scared to death!

If they sent you a letter and did NOT call you, calm down. A lot of times its just a shadow they want verified. It 'recommended' an MRI, not ordered one.
I had a redo because of a rib casting a shadow.
Be calm and think happy thoughts!
Breathe, eat chocolate, breathe!

thanks...having a rum n coke...probably not the best thing...but oh well...

nvrshtsup, Yes I have been through this and mine turned out to be breast cancer. This was ten years ago and I am fine now. Try not to worry too much; it is probably just something that they want to recheck that they saw. You might want to also ask your doctor about doing an ultrasound. That is how mine was found, not through the mammogram. I had just got an all clear mammogram a few weeks before. Try to forget about it this weekend and wait until Tuesday to worry about it. Good luck and let us know how it goes.

I went through the same thing in 2007. First mammmogram showed something, the ordered ultrasound, then biopsy. And the biopsy was negative. My mammograms have been negative 2 times since then

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Originally posted by meme260:
nvrshtsup, Yes I have been through this and mine turned out to be breast cancer. This was ten years ago and I am fine now. Try not to worry too much; it is probably just something that they want to recheck that they saw. You might want to also ask your doctor about doing an ultrasound. That is how mine was found, not through the mammogram. I had just got an all clear mammogram a few weeks before. Try to forget about it this weekend and wait until Tuesday to worry about it. Good luck and let us know how it goes.

thanks! Just worried, recently got remarried and I don't NEED this now!

I'll keep you in my prayers, hon.
Let us know Tuesday!
Think positive!

I'll keep you in my prayers, Nvr. Take care.

Prayers for you... and please think positive!

Hey Chick!! I had something very similar a couple years ago. They called me in for 'a more specific' mammogram, then ultrasound, then to a surgeon. The surgeon sent me for a 'needle biopsy', with a plan to remove it. He told me I had several benign tumors but this one looked bad. I went to hospital for biopsy...and they couldn't find it! I was very cautious for a minute. I didn't know if they couldn't find it because it wasn't there, or they couldn't find it because it was lost, LOL!

Luckily, I had repeat mammograms later and, still nothing. <<<Thanking God>>>>
It was the first time I ever realized I have a favorite 'one'. It is the one they were all concerned about. It has a cute tattoo!
Am praying for your good outcome....

You are probably fine. My mother and one of my sisters have been through this more than once. Everything turned out fine. I know its tough to wait, but try not to worry too much. If you can, find a distraction. Something visual. Go on a road trip. Get the new hubby to take you out for dinner and a movie. Go shopping with a friend and have lunch. Do something wild with your children. Don't hole up and internalize. Doing that will only make the time seem longer. I will put you on our prayer list at church for good measure, but I am sure you are going to be fine. Luv ya!

Odds are that everything will turn out fine. Most likely it is a cyst. Could also be fibrocystic changes. An ultrasound and a visit to a surgeon will probably be recommended to just be "sure" that everything is ok. The new digital mammogram that is being used is picking up more than the old mammogram machines did which is causing more doctors to order further testing. Try not to worry, but do follow through.

nvr, my wife just had this done at the Kirklin Clinic in B'ham. She had an experience similar to what Maggie described about 5 years ago after finding something on self exam, except the local people couldn't find what she did. Her OBGYN sent her to Dr. Kirby Bland in B'ham and he immediately found what she described and felt it warranted removal. Turned out to be benign (Thank God), but did have atypical cells. He referred her to the Breast Health Clinic at Kirklin Clinic (Dr. Krontiras) and they are great,we go once a year now after a few years of every six months.
Don't know who you are dealing with but if you have any concerns, or just want a good second opinion, we can highly recommend these people in Birmingham!

I agree with other comments that a positive attitude is paramount in dealing with this situation, God Bless!

I know it's almost impossible to do, but try not to worry too much. It def won't make the time pass any faster. Try to get lost in an interesting book or some good DVDs. When the worry begins to creep back in, say a little prayer, then let it go as best you can. I wish you only the best outcome!

Thanks for all the support! It's almost 3:30 in the morning...couldn't sleep. My husband has been telling me the same thing. Bless his heart...he's trying to be real positive for me.

My mom has had a complete Mastectomy/lymph nodes/everything.That's why I'm so scared.

nvr, I haven't been through this, but my mom has & she's fine, too. Everyone's encouraging words are just too freakin' sweet.

I pray that tonight's sleep makes up for what you lost last night, that God would fill you with His peace.

It helps when I am worried to fill my mind with so much positive that the negative doesn't have room to grow...prayer, God's Word, inspirational music, singing.

(((big honkin' hug)))

nvr, Joy said it about as good as it could be said. Faith and good thoughts, good and caring mate and a merciful Lord will do wonders.

NVR! I know EXACTLY how you are feeling!
Ok. I'm going to get a little personal here, but I, too, had a questionable result come back
about 6 weeks ago. Because of my family history of breast cancer, my doctor immediately
wanted to do a biopsy. My mother & grandmother are both BC Survivors, but both of my maternal Great Grandmothers passed away due to BC.

So less than 2 weeks after getting the results & having a MRI, I went into day surgery
at ECM for a biopsy. When he inserted the needle, the mass ruptured. It was only fluid!
Thank God! I went through a 2 week emotional roller coaster, not to mention having to go through the entire biopsy, which was terrifying for me. I didn't tell anyone but my husband & my mother because my dad is not well & neither are any of my grandparents. I didn't even let my daughter know.
Talking about it made it just feel too real. Don't make the same mistake. Ask questions, talk to other people (as you are) and although it may turn out to be nothing at all, be prepared if it is.

Because even if it is, it is NOT a death sentence. Treatments are milder & less than they were even 10 years ago. Please keep us informed on how you are doing & you can contact me anytime if you have a question or if you just need to talk to someone. I will be thinking about you & praying for you. xoxo.

Hiy Nvrshtp, So good to see you. Haven't heard from you in a while. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep us posted! ((((hugs))))

Thanks everyone!

I'm trying to think positive. But on the other hand, I'm preparing myself...just in case. That may not be the right attitude, but it's just how I am. I always prepare for the worst....and when it turns out good, then I'm pleasant surprised. Guess thats just a learned behavior from childhood.

I'm not in Alabama. Grew up there, but go back and forth from the Houston area. I hae several best friends still here that I visit often. This is still home for me, will alw2ays be!

I have a wonderful Doctor at the Breast Clinic in downtown Houston. So, I think I'm in wonderful hands. World renowned doctors are here, can't ask for anything more.

I have kept myself busy shopping all day! It's a wonder what new shoes will do for a woman!

I do want to thank everyone for that well wishes and prayers. I'm not on this very much....job keeps me too busy.

Sorry for all the missed spelled words, trying to type too fast!

good luck, nvr. all my friends who have had scares like this find out all is ok on further exmaination. hoping for the same outcome for you!

NVR: Everybody has said some pretty awesome stuff, but I know from personal experience what you are going through. You can have all kinds of advice from very nice people telling you all the things to do to keep your mind off all this. But, the real truth is, you CANNOT get this off your mind. I know that you are consumed with this worry, and you will not have a seconds worth of peace until you get the test result. Please know that I am just an email away with experience with this, I will be glad to talk to you about this and will even talk to you on the phone if you need to. I will be here for you if you want.

Donna C

You are truly in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You

Just had the MRI, now it's a waiting game for 3-7 days. This has already been the worst 6 days of my life, and now I can add to them! Trying to stay positive...it's not easy.

Try to relax. Watch a movie. Eat chocolate. Look at silly pictures.

Just talked to the doctor this afternoon.....wonderful news....what showed up on the mammogram, couldn't be seen on the MRI, nothing there. Doctor said no sign of cancer, clean bill of heath! Jest recommended to have MRI every year! Now I can quit worrying!

It's been like a new birthday for me today!

YIPPEEEEE, party party party!!!!!
Great news.

It'a so nice to hear good news!! !!
Everybody, please remember to help all the students who are out there collecting for the 2009 Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society.

Fabulous, Nvr!!!

sorry to stop you ladies, have any of you thought about printing this. just because. as a single man i get the chance to see this. most of your husbands wouldn't take the time to look on the computer at this. hand it to them and let them read this. it is very insightful as to how you other half think in these situations. i say make them read it. i think they should and i don't have a dog in this race!!!!
i wish guys showed support for one another like you ladies. the world would be a better place!!!
no petty arguing or unnecessary junk. just full unadulterated love!!! just beautiful!!

PS i know this sounds gay. i am one of those men secure enough in myself to tell you these things!!!

I am so thankful you are okay!!!!!

Great news!! I'm so happy for you girlfriend! Now celebrate and relax. Keep in touch!...(((hugs)))

Great post from Baldguy!! Very thoughtful.....all men should be!!

Yay! That is great news, nvr! I know you are relieved.

That's wonderful news! Now, you can return to living your daily life without this cloud of worry hanging over you. Perhaps, you'll even have a new appreciation of all things familiar. I wish you many more healthy years ahead...

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Originally posted by TheBaldGuy:
sorry to stop you ladies, have any of you thought about printing this. just because. as a single man i get the chance to see this. most of your husbands wouldn't take the time to look on the computer at this. hand it to them and let them read this. it is very insightful as to how you other half think in these situations. i say make them read it. i think they should and i don't have a dog in this race!!!!
i wish guys showed support for one another like you ladies. the world would be a better place!!!
no petty arguing or unnecessary junk. just full unadulterated love!!! just beautiful!!

PS i know this sounds gay. i am one of those men secure enough in myself to tell you these things!!!

WOW! It's nice to know that there are some more men out there that feel the same way as my husband! Most men don't understand how we women feel when we go through something like this.

Thanks for everyone's support and nice thoughts!

I can't begin to tell how relieved I am!

There was some positive things that came out of this. It really made me stop and think about my life and how grateful I am for the family and friends I have. I feel really fortunate. It has made me slow down. I'm the kind of person that goes 90 miles a minute from sunup to sundown.

Going through this has made me really put things in perspective. I realize life is short and I have to make the most of each day. I got good news this year....but "What about next year"?

I'm still pretty young, but I did have my will made out. I don't want to leave anything unfinished. My husband and I have started a 'bucket list'. We aren't going to wait until we are too old to start doing anything.

We have just recently gotten married....2nd for both of us. After both having been in long term marriages (22 and 28 yrs)for the wrong reasons, we have found the person that completes us and we don't want to lose it too soon. We have years of happiness to make up for all the years of unhappiness.

Life is short....make the most of the time you have left!!!!!

Nvr, I'm so happy for you girlie, I know that you feel like you have had a 1,000 lb. brick taken off your and your husband's shoulders. We all forget about the hubby. They suffer and worry too. Folks, if I can please ask for a prayer for myself, I am having my mammogram on Wednesday the 18th. I, of course, am kinda nervous about it, but I'll try to follow my own advice, and try not to get too concerned, but until I get that OK from my Dr., I'll be holding my breath. You all were so kind to nvrshtup, she needed all the encouragement, and she had a good outcome. Let's hope that I get a good one too. Thanks friends, Donna C

I certainly wish you a clean bill of health, Donna C. I will keep you in my thoughts until then. Congrats on the new grandangel, also!!

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Nvr, I'm so happy for you girlie, I know that you feel like you have had a 1,000 lb. brick taken off your and your husband's shoulders. We all forget about the hubby. They suffer and worry too. Folks, if I can please ask for a prayer for myself, I am having my mammogram on Wednesday the 18th. I, of course, am kinda nervous about it, but I'll try to follow my own advice, and try not to get too concerned, but until I get that OK from my Dr., I'll be holding my breath. You all were so kind to nvrshtup, she needed all the encouragement, and she had a good outcome. Let's hope that I get a good one too. Thanks friends, Donna C

Count on me for prayers!!!