Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Hurry Up and Wait
Well, I went to the doctor yesterday for my 1st ever mammogram. It was an interesting experience. When I first arrived, they had me dress in this fashionable plaid top. Next I sat around for almost an hour. I was informed that because of my age, they wanted me to get an ultrasound first to determine if I was really going to need to get the mammogram; so I had to wait my turn. Finally, I was called back and got the ultrasound. Unfortunately, they couldn't determine anything from the ultrasound. What I did find out was that the lump is blurry around the edges, which means that more than likely it's not cancer (yay). So they strongly suggested that I make an appointment to see the breast surgeon to get an additional exam and probably a biopsy. Next I went to get the mammogram. I have never felt discomfort like that. They squished my boob A LOT! About 8 times from multiple positions and multiple squahers. After a while of that torture, I was done. As I was dressing, I was informed that my mammogram was normal (yippie), but because they were not sure what the lump was, they still wanted me to see the surgeon. So, this time next week I'll be there for the next leg of this journey. Thankfully, John will be going with me. :)
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I am happy that John will be going with you.
ReplyDeleteYour Grandmother has been keeping me informed.
It should be some comfort to know that you have no family history of breast cancer. Although when you are going through something like this it can be really scary. But that is when we rely and trust in the Lord. It is great comfort to know that He promises to never leave or forsake you.
As for the mammogram... I personally think that the MAN who invented the thing...was out for revenge. Did you notice that there was few if any men in the waiting room.... and if they were there....they never went back for their... Mammogram.... there is something fishy about that...:)
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