tips for better mammogram?

[OakLeaf]

(((((((red)))))))

Read lots. Consider carefully. Take good care.

[Catrin]

{{{Red}}} I am so sorry to read this, but thankful they caught it early.

[indysteel]

((((Red)))). I'm really sorry for the diagnosis. Hang in there and, as Oak suggested, read lots and consider carefully.

[Blueberry]

((((((((((((((((red))))))))))))))))))))

I was so hoping that this thread being active meant there was good news for you. Take your time - it does sound like you have that - in considering your options. Hugs.

[Owlie]

(((Red)))

I'm sorry about the diagnosis, but I'm glad they caught it early.

[Crankin]

I am sorry you got this news, but you are correct, it's the best of the bad news.
From what I know, making these decisions can be extremely difficult. Please take your time, and while it sounds like you are at a great hospital, think about getting a second opinion, or third, even. Like maybe at Dana Farber? You're so close, it wouldn't hurt.
Because I have no personal experience with this, anything I can say seems silly. But, feel free to PM if you need to vent.

[redrhodie]

Nothing anyone's said sounds silly! Thank you all for your concern and helpful advice. I will be weighing all options, but first I need to get the MRI to see what they are. It could be just a little more needs to come out, and we save the breast, but I'm preparing for more, just in case. With the way this year has been, I'd better prepare.

[indysteel]

More hugs to you, Red!!! Your attitude throughout this has been inspiring.

[spokewench]

Oh ((((Red)))), I just saw this; but if you have to have the CA, then this is the best that could happen it sounds like. Dang, I'm so mad this has happened to you! But, I know this will get better. I've been thinking lately that I wish the internet would let me express myself in situations like this a lot better. Suffice it to say, that I'm pulling for you!

[redrhodie]

I feel your love. I'm actually not mad that this is happening to me, but I do feel a little more road rage-y on the bike these days. But, who better to take out my frustrations on than people in cars doing stupid things? I guess they're good for something after all.

[emily_in_nc]

Ah, what a bummer, Red...I was really hoping it would turn out to be nothing. But so glad you got it checked out and found early. I definitely second crankin's recommendation to get a second opinion. Do your research, consider all your options, and you will make the decision that is right for you.

Hugs...