We talked with the doctor today. The lab reports that the two sentinel nodes removed during the mastectomy and three lymph nodes in the removed breast tissue contain cancer cells. Thank God, all these tissues were removed. The doctor said thirty years ago we would have been given a clean bill of health at this point because the cells are not detectable by light microscopes. Thanks to the advances in modern biochemistry, they are detectable now days; thus the over-the-weekend wait for the stains to work properly.
Next we meet with a chemotherapy oncologist to discuss what happens next.
Jim
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4 comments:
Well, Damn! At least they found it and can do something about it. We all would have preferred that clean bill of health; but not if it was a false one.
Ditto everyone else's comments about those thoughts and prayers--We'll see you this weekend.
MJ
Thanks for the update. I know you guys have been on pins and needles waiting for word. Praise God that the doctor found it as the mamagram did not show it if I remember right. You have been in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you need let us know. I hope the DVD arrived! You guys take care. Lots of love, Linda and Garry
Hi Lois,
We were sorry to hear that your lab results were not what we were all hoping for, but I know you are in good hands. Sandi is keeping me posted and Jim's updates are so great to get so we can understand what is happening.
You know you have many people that support, love, and are praying for you. Hang in there and I will talk to you soon.
Love, Jani
Hi Lois and Jim,
Well, we wished for different results. Thank goodness you went in for your annual exam, as this could have all been missed. Now, the Drs can guide you through whatever is next. I am thinking of you constantly, just as you would me, and know that you will stay strong through this whole recovery, with Jim by your side.
I forgot to say, what an adorable picture and question from Izaiah. Children are so innocent, yet so perceptive. He was worring about his Grandma!
I will watch today to hear news about your Dr appt., and call you tomorrow, OK?
Love, Judy
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