Friday, April 23, 2010
Surgery Take Two... April 23, 2010
So after talking with doctors for 2 days, I have learned a lot of things. To keep it simple, whether I do the second lumpectomy or a full mastectomy today it will not change my prognosis nor change my health risks. While a lumpectomy may not be ideal for doctors (nothing is ideal in this situation for me) it still is an option and they wouldn't agree to do it if they thought it was a waste of time or not helpful. I know some of you may not agree on my choice but for me having my surgeon try for a second lumpectomy today is a better choice than the full mastectomy, for more reasons than fear of losing my breast. My logic is to do this step by step, especially if it doesn’t change my prognosis. I know when I wake up this afternoon things could be different, depending on what the surgeon was able to get at today. And I know this may very likely mean I will need a mastectomy after I deliver the baby. I have thought about everything and made a decision and I know I will deal with the results and outcome next week and for the next few months or year. So anyways.. Off to the hospital again. Possible overnight stay in Boston in a 'luxury' room at the MGH hotel! I wish! Thanks for all your love and support. xoxoxo
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I am praying for you, love you
ReplyDeleteBecky,
ReplyDeleteYou are on my prayer list at church and in my daily prayers. I am S/P a mastectomy 14 yr. ago. Life goes on with or without the breast. You just concentrate on that miracle gift from God, your baby. Your journey will continue with love and support from many who know you and those who don't. Be strong. Peace....Joanne
Becky & Larry - thank you for letting me & dad share this day with you. With the tears & laughter there was warmth & love. We listened to our "grandchild" heart beat HOW SPECIAL WAS THAT!! (Now we need to hear grandchild Shibley's heart beat!). Walking in the Boston Common garden admiring the beautiful flowers, I felt the warmth of the sun, the beauty of the flowers, the peace in my heart and the love of my son in law. Every day I learn from you - continue to "shine" Love you Mom & Dad
ReplyDeleteHope everything goes well! Praying for you...
ReplyDeleteLove, Nivi
WOW! Miss a few days of blog and you miss a lot! Becky please don't worry about losing "it" soon everything will be so normal for you, and showing off your fake boob will be the sexiest thing and everyone will want to see it. Ha ha! My kids and I went to a breast cancer fundraiser thing at Barnes and Noble in Warwick for the GloriaGemma.org group. I was talking to some women there ...they were telling me all about their lumpectomies and masectomies. One woman was well into her 80's. They survived it...and so will you. ANd for the record...even though I could care less personally if I have 1 boob or 2 boobs or nothing. I agree...go with the least invasive approach that gets the job done...as simply as possible. I know it is hard all this..but it is making you stronger, more experienced, more appreciative of everything and everyone around you. (not that you weren't all that before) All I can say is that Byrne baby is going to have the most fabulous Mom!
ReplyDeleteDear Becks,
ReplyDeleteThis was YOUR decision and you and your doctors know what's best for you. We support you every step of the way! So happy to hear the surgery was okay. Love, Erin