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[scaredsilly64]

I recently went for mammo, showed no abnormality, however ultrasound was done and the following was found lump at 7 o clock position demonstrates lobular mass internal vascularity measuring 2.7 x 1.5 x 2.3  cm tail tissue extends towards a poorly defined second hypoechoic area with measurement 1.3 x 1.2 x 1.0 cm. "The sonographic appearance is suspicious for potential breast malignancy and core biopsy under sonographic guidance of easch lesion is suggested.  ACR BI RADS Cat 5.  I have lost a brother to cancer at 34 a nephew diagnosed with ALL at 13 mos, who just turned 20, yahoo.  I have never been so scared in my life, lost a best friend to breast cancer 4 years ago, not ready for this.  Is there a possibility cysts can have vascular structure, and realistically what is the chance for success if it does come back positive!!!!  Is there any change to diet etc that I can make to help this situation.  I go Wed am for sonographic biopsy, praying and hoping for the very best.  Any reply would help.  Thanks


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[SueYoung55]

I had invasive lobular carcinoma and remember being in your shoes, scared out of my wits. First thing I'm going to tell you is that if this is cancer, you're going to get through this just fine. Breast cancer is highly treatable. It may not be what you want to do but it is something you can do. I went through chemo & rads and never missed work. But, you've not had a diagnosis of anything and so I'm going to suggest you relax until you are told there is something to worry about. Easier said than done, yes I know. In your shoes, I remember the radiologist coming in and giving me a 20 minute lecture that in all good conscience he could not let me leave thinking everything was ok, that I needed a biopsy immediately. He all but said, you have cancer... in plain english.

Survival? Well, if you do have what I had, your mass is much tinier than mine which was 10 cm or 4 inches or most of my right breast. I've been doing pretty darned good for the last 3 years and God willing, for many more to come.

It will take about a week after your biopsy to know what the pathology is. Lobular cancer doesn't tend to show up on mammography and we should consider ourselves lucky that it was seen on ultrasonography. If it is cancer, ask your doctor to order an MRI immediately so you can see what it is you're really dealing with since it tends to show up clearly on an MRI. You read & hear alot about IDC (invasive ductal carcinoma) which is a more common cancer. ILC (invasive lobular carcinoma) is not very common and tends to be much larger so don't let the size freak you out.

Try to relax. Right now all you know is that you have a whacky ultrasound.... leave it at that unless you're told otherwise :)

Best wishes.

[ncmichigan]

I'm sorry to hear about your family and friend with cancer and that you're going through this. I can certainly understand your fears but try not to let your anxiety get the best of you.
We try to encourage everyone who is going through the various biopsy procedures to remain hopeful. There are stories here from women who are told "it's most likely cancer" who end up with benign results, even though it's also good  to be prepared for the worst. Even the small percentage who end up with breast cancer diagnoses have every reason to be hopeful. Most are caught at an early stage and are highly treatable. The important thing is to be vigilant and follow through on the recommendations. Like japdip says, it's so much easier to deal with "what is" than to worry about "what ifs" for all of us. We all know how difficult the waiting is, but try to stay positive and try not to stress too much. Japdip is right about staying busy: try to distract yourself with things you like to do, talk with supportive family and friends, pamper yourself a little and take one step at a time.We'll be thinking of you and wishing you all the best. Please let us know how you're doing if you wish. There are supportive, informative and wonderful women here to help anyone who wants or needs it and for that we are all grateful.
Sending you a big hug (       ) and hoping it helps even just a little,
nc

[japdip]

Anything is possible but it's best to try to prepare yourself for any result. There is such a thing as a complex cyst and also Fibroadenomas can also be present. The other cancers in your family would not really have much bearing on your situation. Regardless of the upcoming results I don't believe that any lifestyle change now would make a difference. I will say that it is always advisable to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle overall. I would say that IF there is a diagnosis of malignancy there is a very good chance for a positive outcome. There will be more waiting after your biopsy (possibly 4 to 7 days) so it would be a good idea to concentrate on staying as calm as possible and staying busy so that the wait time will go a little faster. Everyone says the waiting is the worst .... really it's the "not knowing". This is a "one step at a time" process that can't be rushed and believe me we are NEVER "ready for this" but somehow we all seem to deal with it and we do a good job too. I'm sure you will be able to do the same ... our strength comes when we need it. Please keep us posted along the way and when you get your biopsy results.  Kindest regards ....