I have stage 2 breast cancer

[molly]

Please go here and then come back and read my story........

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=106&topic_id=11273

To all of my friends - I hesitated posting this but then read the above link.

My older son went with me to Dr. Pahnke's office. Because I am still on aspirin therapy for my heart, he could not do the biopsy to determine the type of malignancy. That is scheduled for Monday - my younger son will take me. Tuesday, I will have a scan of my chest and abdomen to determine if it has spread to other parts of my body.

There are some things still up in the air - it is definitely in 2 nodes under my right arm - I will definitely lose my right breast. Depending on where else it has gone in my body depends on if they can put in a prothesis at the time of surgery.

My onocologist will be Dr. Grubbs - older brother of my heart doctor.

I feel safe in the hands of my medical team.

[Mary0505]

1. Healing

I am sending beautiful thoughts and energy of health and healing your way.

[demosincebirth]

2. I'll keep you in my prayers

[laruemtt]

3. oh molly you are in my thoughts and prayers.

as hard as it may seem right now, try to stay as positive as possible. my sister had mastectomy in 1990 and is very healthy today. i went through the scare myself. i can only imagine what you're going through. how wonderful you have your son with you. keep us posted.

[NMDemDist2]

4. oh molly

:hug:

the survivor rates are very high for breast cancer and I'm sure you'll be one of them

this just reinforces how important it is to do a self exam monthly and go to the Dr right away if there is anything suspicious

[Rose Siding]

5. I'm so sorry to hear this, Molly

I added the link to favorites and I'll click it every day, sending good thoughts...

[methinks2]

6. husband survived late 2 early 3 stage

cancer of the esophogeus. He took radiation and chemo at the same time. It worked, he's considered cured.
Good luck. Just remember to keep a positive outlook, and keep busy. Do good works for others and the good karma comes back to you.

[Gman]

7. Good luck to you , Molly and we'll be praying for you

Take heart in the fact that medicine has come light years from the days when a cancer diagnosis only one certain outcome in a relatively short period of time. There is much medicine can do today.

[NightTrain]

8. A friend of mine is going through that right now.

My heart goes out to you, Molly. :hug:

[Vickers]

9. Damn.

I hope they get all the bad stuff out, and hope that you recover quickly and completely.

Sincerest regards,

Vickers

[oscar111]

13. You are in my prayers

for full and sudden healing, by miraculous means.

oscar111

[TahitiNut]

10. Absolutely NOTHING can take away your integrity, true beauty, ...

... or even sexiness! I have women friends and family who're breast cancer survivors, and I regard their courage and resolve to be sexy as hell!

I will give prayers of gratitude for your courage and conscience.


I only pray out of gratitude, never pretending that we don't live in an abundant Universe.

[molly]

18. Thanking everyone in this thread - the reason I had it checked

FINALLY is because my husband is divorcing me and I can't afford the COBRA payments. He has TriCare. I REFUSE to lose my house or my dignity.

[sadiesworld]

11. You'll be in my thoughts, molly.

FWIW, my mother had breast cancer with EXTENSIVE lymph node involvement. She is currently 6 years cancer-free. :hug:

[in_cog_ni_to]

12. Molly,

you are in my thoughts and prayers. :hug:

[Bunny]

14. Sending good thoughts your way.

Take care of yourself, and my heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery. :hug:

[arwalden]

15. A Big Hug And My Best Wishes To You Molly...

... it's going to be a difficult run for you... but with the support and love of your family and friends I'm confident you'll find the courage and strength to make it through.

-- Allen

[Media_Lies_Daily]

16. My Dad is 84 and survived pancreatic cancer in 1996....

...his cure consisted of a radical form of the Whipple Cut and NO radiation or chemotherapy treatments.

[Uben]

17. Some help

My wife has gone through the breast cancer ordeal. She is a 3 year survivor. She found great solace in asking questions and reading posts from other cancer victims on the forum listed below. I know that you have a million questions and a need to understand this intruder in your body. If you are interested-

http://forum.bcans.net

edit:My wife had a bilateral mastectomy. Her reconstruction has been miraculous! It is absolutely amazing what they can do these days.

[phaseolus]

19. Best wishes for good health...!!!

...and I forwarded the breast cancer site info to another list I hang around.

[TeeYiYi]

20. I'm sorry Molly . . .

. . . that must be very scary for you. But I know you have the sheer will and determination to beat this thing. You're a strong woman and a survivor. Give 'em hell Molly.

TYY:hug:

[NC_Nurse]

21. I'm so sorry to hear that, Molly!

I wish you a complete cure and a speedy recovery! :hug:

[Contrary1]

22. I am a breast cancer survivor!

I was diagnosed in September of 1997. I was also
stage 2. I also lost my breast.

Life for me now is not perfect, but then it wasn't
before. More and more are surviving this dreadful
disease.

Have hope...you can do this! If you would like
to speak to me directly about it, please let me
know. I would be more than happy to discuss your
fears. Always remember, you are not alone.

[molly]

23. I would love to hear your story - I will be helping with a

local campaign this afternoon - bagging candy. Hey, every little bit helps. I have told all of my friends that I MUST VOTE on November 2 - no matter what else happens.

[Contrary1]

27. I will leave a message for you

on the bulletin board at Friends in Need, which is a great online breast cancer support group. www.friendsinneed.com
You will be able to email me directly from there. I will be out for a couple hours, so you may not hear back from me right away.

Hugs,
Karen

[SoCalDem]

64. That just totally SUCKS.. I am keeping everything I can cross

crossed for you.. Others have told you, but I will too.. This is something you CAN and WILL beat..
You have loads of positive energy here, and we are all here for you any time ..

Let your son help you..It will be good for him too, and even though we Moms like to be the brave one, please allow yourself to be "taken care of" too..

Do go to the forums mentioned. It is so helpful to talk to others who have been there before you..

When we had our humongous medical traumas with our first child, we never met another family who had dealt with what we were going through, and it was such a lonely feeling..

Reach out for othere.... they are there waiting for your questions..:hug:

[LeftCoast]

24. Dear Molly

Please know that you'll be in my (and many other DUers') prayers.

Hugs and prayers,

LeftCoast

[brook]

25. My thoughts...

will be with you. Your strength and dignity take my breath away.

I sent the link to my email list.

[latebloomer]

26. Light and Healing to you, molly!!

My mom had lymph node involvement and is now 13 years cancer-free.

[devilgrrl]

28. Molly, my thoughts are will you...

:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:
:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:
:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

[Deja Q]

29. My thoughts and prayers are with you too

:hug: :hug: :hug:

I hope it hasn't spread.

Glad you have a good medical team too.

[Psst_Im_Not_Here]

30. Dearest Molly

I'm so sorry to hear about your breast cancer. My mother in law is a 2 time survivor and I know how difficult it can be on you, your friends, and family. There is hope! My MIL was also stage 2 and they removed her breast and nodes. She is now cancer free for the last 8 years. Keep your chin up, hope is the best medicine out there. You can BEAT this!

And to everyone else, this month is the fundraiser for brest cancer research (if you haven't noticed at all the stores out there!) Please give so that more mothers, sisters, wives and daughters won't face this ever again!

[Justice]

31. My Prayers are with you Molly

Thank you for your courage to share this news. Stay strong.

[miss_kitty]

32. molly, as a cancer survivor who had stuff removed

it gets better. My thoughts are with you.

[daddybear]

33. May God....

place his loving hands of healing on you this day and bring you back to perfect health...in Jesus' power-filled Name.

[bigwillq]

34. Best of luck to you Molly

You will be in my prayers and thoughts.

[ulysses]

35. we'll be thinking about you, molly

Let us know if we can do anything. :hug:

[redsoxliberal]

36. God bless

and good luck.

[DemExpat]

37. Oh, Molly, all the best to you during this ordeal

And feeling good about feeing in good hands is a large part of the battle.

:hug: :hug: :hug:

I came through cervical cancer just fine years ago.....

:loveya:

DemEx

[DemExpat]

39. And keep us posted on your recovery and healing.

:hug:

DemEx

[flamingyouth]

38. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and in my heart

I have a friend who was recently diagnosed as well. I know many people who have beaten this, and I know you will too.

I'm surrounding you with good thoughts. Please keep us posted on your progress, and know that you are loved here. :hug:

[bleedingheart]

40. I am sorry to hear this.

I will keep you in my prayers..

[molly]

41. I just got home - I am THE expert candy bagger!

THANKYOU all for your caring - prayers - thoughts - advice! I will keep you posted - I will know more this coming week. :grouphug:

[Lars39]

51. I'll continue to keep you in my thoughts, Molly.

The American Cancer Society has a program called Reach to Recovery, where you can request a one on one with someone that has recovered from the same type cancer, approximate stage. This would be great if you aren't in an area with a Breast Cancer support group.
Hang in there and stay strong. PM me if you need to. :hug:

[Pithlet]

42. I'm so sorry to hear this

You're in good hands. Please keep us updated. :hug:

And I'm adding the link to the breast cancer site to our blog. :grouphug:

[mourningdove92]

43. I will pray for you Molly.

My heart aches for you.

[smirkymonkey]

44. So sorry to hear your news.

I wish you all the best for your recovery - keep checking in, support is crucial in getting through something like this. Please take care!

[fishnfla]

45. I will pray for you my friend

I know you've had a tough year. Prayers and good thoughts,and hope, for you.

[samplegirl]

46. Looking forward to your survivor story

Sounds like you have a positive attitude and convidence in your Drs.
Your gonna make it.
Praying for you.

[Lydia Leftcoast]

47. Prayers and best wishes to you

:hug:

[Ilsa]

48. I am sorry sorry to hear of your illness, Molly.

I hope and pray the surgery goes well and you recover with no complications. You are in my thoughts.

[JimmyJazz]

49. you'll be in my thoughts, Molly n/t

[LizW]

50. Molly, I'm so sorry

I will be keeping you in my thoughts. Please keep us posted on how you're doing. :hug:

[JUS]

52. God bless you

You will make it through.

[liberalitch]

53. I will be thinking of you tuesday...

please keep your hopes up.

[UrbScotty]

54. (((((((((( molly ))))))))))

I hope you will be alright.

I will be thinking about you.

Good luck tomorrow.

:-(

[FizzFuzz]

55. I will put you in my prayers

sending thoughts of courage, strength, joy and a strong life force.

Already you are encouraging others! :) Your compassion will come back to you. (I also believe that our acts of compassion benefit everyone. Everyone.)


:grouphug:

[tibbir]

56. All of my best thoughts are with you this week.

Having a medical team that you trust is worth so much. My therapist is a breast cancer survivor. She lost her breast but is in her 7th year of recovery. They've come a long way in treating this cancer so I'm confident everything will work out in time. :hug:

[RFKHumphreyObama]

57. My deepest and most profound thoughts, prayers and best wishes

are with you and your family at this time Molly. You will definitely be in my deepest thoughts and prayers over the coming months and rest assured that you have my love, support and best wishes

[Zuni]

58. God Bless you

I will add you to my prayers tonight.

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

59. Molly, I wish you well and will be praying for you

:hug:

[flaminbats]

60. Why is this happening to so many women?

I will never forget when my mother had a mammogram. We all spent the night before crying and worrying, but she was brave through all of the visits. Then the mail came, and the results were negative.

If those results had been positive..I would of done anything to fill her place. There is nothing more heartbreaking or painful than to see the person you love in agony.

My prayers go with you, your brother, and your sons. Just keep fighting, and that alone makes life a gift. :hug:

[Maddy McCall]

61. Oh, Molly.

I am so sorry about this. I don't know what to say except that I will keep you in my prayers.

:hug:

[Swede]

62. My sister-law is a breast cancer survivor.

Two years ago it didn't look good. This summer her doctors found her cancer free,she felt so good she went to Germany to see her family. She is my hero.

[JI7]

63. i'm sorry, i hope you get through this

please keep us updated. i will be thinking of you .

[trigz]

65. You are in my thoughts.

Cancer is the worst that can happen to anyone.

God bless and best of luck with your treatment.

[auburngrad82]

66. Hang in there

My girlfriend had breast cancer and has been cancer free for 6 years now. It's very scary but also very treatable these days. Just keep a good attitude. That's important.

[JCMach1]

67. We are with you....

good luck...

[ProfessorGAC]

68. Stay Strong - Don't Let It Beat You

My experience with MS has taught me a simple lesson: Never surrender.

It's easier said than done, but it sure seems to be a fact, to me.

Hang in there, Molly.
The Professor

[newyawker99]

69. I am sending positive thoughts your way, molly.

I hope everything goes smoothly for you.


:hug:

[ChavezSpeakstheTruth]

70. You are definately in my prayers and thoughts - you WILL beat this

No doubt :thumbsup:

[underpants]

71. Wow sorry to hear that

My brother is just finishing up treatment (chemo and radiation) for tongue/lymphnode cancer. He has done well to this point but he has started to loose weight here at the end.

Good luck and let me know if there is any way that I can help.

[Phillycat]

72. You will beat this.

I have no doubt. Best of everything to you.

[cally]

73. All my love and hope for you!

Know that you helped me overcome my fear and I booked a mamogram and ob/gyn appointment. Finally. Let us know what happens today. :hug:

[redqueen]

74. Sending good vibes your way.

Glad you found it... by the way how did you find it? I'm 35 and still not sure if I'm doing my self-exams right.

Hope you are at peace with the changes to come. Wish I knew what else to say...

:hug:

[rockymountaindem]

75. My thoughts and sympathies are with you.

[Misunderestimator]

76. So very sorry, and my prayers are with you.

I also clicked on the link from the other thread you referenced. Wonderful idea to offer free mammograms to women in financial need.

All it takes is a click, no donation (explained at site):

http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/CTDSites

:hug:

[mvd]

77. Very sorry

My thoughts and prayers are with you. :hug:

[UrbScotty]

78. How did the biopsy go?

:hug:

[2bfree]

79. Take care............

We'll be thinking and praying for you.

[sonias]

80. Best of luck to you , Molly

Keep your thoughts positive. Never underestimate the power of your will to live. You can be a survivor, you have to will yourself to fight. You have plenty of reasons right in your own family. Do it for yourself and for them.

I will be sending you positive and healing energy too. My sister is a survivor of cancer. All of us know someone who is a cancer survivor.

Please keep us posted.

Love and Healing
Sonia