I had hard news today

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Hi gang, not easy news to write.

I went for a routine mammogram a couple of weeks ago and got called in for an assessment this morning.

I have breast cancer. They did an ultrasound but the doctor had already said they were fairly sure it was cancer. After ultrasound she said she was 95% sure. Then consultant came in and said yes it is cancer. Apparently there are a couple of things that mimic cancer so then I had a biopsy and it will be confirmed next Wednesday.

I have MS clinic (annual appointment) Wednesday morning and then cancer clinic at same hospital in afternoon. What a fun day that will be…

I’ll have surgery in the next couple of weeks but will NOT lose the breast. They’re not sure if I’ll need chemotherapy or radiotherapy yet.

It’s very small and caught early. Moral of the story ladies…do NOT neglect to go for your routine mammogram!!!

I’m ok. A bit in shock and very very tired. Biopsy area is sore. I’ll only be in hospital overnight & my sister will stay with Dickie (of course he was my top priority!)

Have been told to rest all weekend following biopsy…so I suppose that means cancelling all the plans I had …Paris…run a marathon…climb a mountain…you know all that stuff we get up to…(LOL…)

Love to all,

Pat xx

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So sorry to hear that you have yet another challenge to face. You are such a tower of strength to us here that I for one hope we can give you some of that back. Thank goodness it was picked up early. Please take care and get as much rest as you can before your op.

xSharon

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Hi. Pat

What horrible news for you to be confronted with, but it’s been caught early Pat, that is the good (?) part, and we are all going to send you positive vibes and wishes.

It goes to show that these mammograms are a necessity, so glad you went for one, and its bbeen picked up quick.

Do what they advise Pat, we are all here if you want to talk, rant whatever, but above all try not to stress yourself (so easy to say, so difficult to do) but you know why I mention it, life can be a b***h sometimes.

Thinking of you ((((hugs))))

Pam x

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Pat im so sorry to hear you having to face this,you are always there for us on this forum,offering your support, i only hope we can give you some support back,one things for sure we will be here with you.

one good thing is its caught early.

​sending you lots of love and hugs.

J x

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Sorry to hear this news Pat, it’s a rum old world isn’t it life just keeps sending challenges. They don’t waste time when the C word is mentioned and you will be in good experienced hands.

Sending you the best good wishes, you are always so caring and cheerful when responding to all on here I hope we can do the same for you.

Jan x

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Oh Pat, Life can be a bitch sometimes but you are one strong lady. Sending you vibes of support.

Mags xx

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Sorry for your news Pat. They must have caught early if they think there is a chance you wont need chemo. I did think though that they always give a little radiotherapgy just to be on the safe side. My mother in law sailed through her radiothetaphy at the age of 78.

Take Care

Moyna xxx

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Sorry for your news Pat. They must have caught early if they think there is a chance you wont need chemo. I did think though that they always give a little radiotherapgy just to be on the safe side. My mother in law sailed through her radiothetaphy at the age of 78.

Take Care

Moyna xxx

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Aw Pat I’m sorry, what awful news for you to be given. You still sound remarkably upbeat… you’re way stronger than what I’d be if I were in your shoes. You really are a strong person. Sending hugs and prayers everything be alright after you’ve had the surgery. Thinking of you x

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I was checking in after such a long time away from you guys to read your horrible news,

I’m so sorry I cannot and will never understand why lovely supportive people seem to get so much shit to deal with.

I wish you a speedy and successful recovery xx

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Thank you my lovelies.

Had a rotten night…to be expected I suppose…but also in afternoon I usually make a thermos flask of red bush tea (which is caffeine free) & stupidly yesterday I made it with Yorkshire tea…so was buzzing all night! Just what I needed!

You know when you are first dx with MS…it’s all you can think about…can’t concentrate on anything…keep thinking it’s a terrible mistake…keep wondering what caused it…was it my fault…etc etc etc? Well believe me it’s the same with a cancer dx!

My sister coming over today. Dickie slept right beside me on bed last night.

Lovely & sunny here in London.

Love to all thanks for your rock-solid support.

Pat xx

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Pat,

sorry to hear about your cancer, but glad to hear that it has been caught early. I hope that the treatment is OK. Wishing you all the best.

Mick

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Hi Pat, my sister has been through this, and reconstructive surgery, she sailed through it all. I was shocked actually as she has never been ill in her life not really. She is 69. She has been free a few years, and really recovered fast. I know a few women now who have been through it, and fine. Its so much different now from what it used to be like as processes have changed and got a lot easier.

Good luck hunny, you survive MS your a tough cookie. xxxx

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Sorry to hear your bad news as if we dont have enough to put up with.We all send our love and will be thinking of you every step of the way.Keep us up to date when you know anymore.Hugs jo.

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Hi Pat

Firstly i’d like to thank you for your kind words of welcome and support when i first posted on this site a few weeks ago. Just wanted you to know that my partner Linda and i are thinking of you at this difficult time. Take care.

Mike. x

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Hello Pat , ive just seen your message, Poor you, as if you didn’t have enough to cope with, im so sorry, as other people have said you are such a big support on here i always feel so much better after your wise words on here, you truly are a pillar of strength. Please except all of our positive vibes, and me and Frazer send big hugs to you and Dickie.

Michelle x

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Sending love and hugsM

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So very sorry to hear that Pat but there’s one thing about us is that we struggle every day but we’re still here, supporting each other because we’re tough!

It must be a frightening time for you and all I can offer you is support We live with the horrid MonSter anyway, we’re tough, so if anyone can beat it you can

Sending you love and stuff, I hope Dickie gives you extra cuddles too (animals always seem to know when you really need some comfort). Take as much comfort as you can, from wherever you find it.

Sonia xxx

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Thanks for lovely responses.

You know what’s interesting, I’m not actually that scared. And I’m not in denial. I know I have cancer & it’s going to mean surgery and then probably a cause of chemo or radiotherapy…but I’m not freaked out by it.

And the reason is because MS has made me stronger. Before MS this cancer dx would most definitely have freaked me out. But I’ve now spent years living with a chronic illness & I know I can cope.

I posted on a breast cancer forum (don’t worry…I’m not leaving this my ‘home forum’!) & a woman answered who has breast cancer & SPMS. She said breast cancer sucks, but MS sucks more.

I am of course dreading the surgery, but I’ve had a couple of surgeries in the past & I’ll get through it ok.

So thank you MS. You have made me stronger. I am a warrior. I will survive.

Pat xx

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