RAY A Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 This time it’s not about me. Its about my wife and caregiver. Last week she had her annual mammogram, and today she got a letter in the mail saying they want her to come in for another mammogram. Tomorrow she’s going to call and find out why. Please say an extra prayer for my wife. I hope its nothing. I hope they just didn’t get a clear mammogram. She said she doesn’t feel anything as far as a lump. The letter was a form type letter with four reasons that can be checked. One of the reasons was that they saw something and that was NOT checked. But……….I am so worried!!!!! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Of course you're worried, but try not to let it get to you. It's not unusual for them to have to re-do a mammogram - and the fact that "that" box wasn't checked should certainly ease your mind. But she'll be in my thoughts and prayers anyway. TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitkathi Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Prayers are headed your way............... kitkathi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, Your Dear wife is in my prayers. I had to redo my mamogram this year and all was well even though I did have a calcification but they are benign. Please keep us posted but dont jump the gun and borrow trouble. God will take care!! God bless you both, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, My prayers are going your way. But, let's just assume that if it was anything too serious they would have called instead of sending a letter? Maybe or maybe not - you never know with doctors why they do what they do but let's hope! Please let us know. You guys have been through enough without having to do this too. Hugs, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaf Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Prayers for your wife being sent. Martha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, It isn't that unusual to have to re-do a mammo. Lots of things show up that aren't cancer. I had a duct removed that was benign. My doctors would call me if they suspected anything serious. A form letter is a good sign. My thoughts are with you and your wife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, Hang in there and dont worry to much. I know a few different people including my best friend who had to redo a mammo and it was nothing. Best of luck. Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, Prayers going your way. Most of the time, that form letter is used only to get a better picture. Best wishes. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Many more times than not, it's nothing!!! I do advise, because of my past experiences, to get a second opinion anyway. I took my sister in law to my surgeon this summer for the same reason. It is worth the extra office visit to ensure peace of mind. Ann rosenberg is in Cherry Hill and Jefferson. My doctor, and I have been there for 14 years, is Dahlia Sataloff, now out of Graduate. She became chief of surgery this past year. If you decide to go there, PM me and I will tell you who to talk to. They know me too well. gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annjael Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray,,,,,Prayers going out to your wife and you. I have had 2 mammos that had to be referred to a surgeon. One was biopsied and removed and was a cyst. Another was a cyst that was so small the surgeon said he wouldnt remove it, and now it is gone. I also have calcifications that are benign. So it can be sooo many things, and usually if it is something of real concern, the hospital will fax the results to the doctor immediately and not wait to send a letter to the patient. It is to your wifes benefit, that they are being very precise about her films, and wanting a second look. Please try not to worry!! Peace and blessings to you both Annjael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, Try not to worry too much until there is some kind of definitive information. Many many times there need to be magnification views to rule out problems. There are also cases of distortion, or some kind of deodorant or something on the skin that shows up in the films. Even if there is something they need to biopsy, 80% of those turn out to be nothing. So, you are far away from panic mode right now. And, even if it is something that needs to be taken care of, believe me, it is soooooooooooo manageable.....I've been there and I'm coming up on 4 years out now and everything is fine.....a lot of money has been poured into breast cancer and it shows in the treatments..... Please, if you feel the need for any information and think I can help in any way, PM me any time....... Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K and Kids Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, I will keep your wife in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray,Prayers coming your way that nothing is wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, you are one wonderful husband, wonderful guy, caring, loving, faithful dude. I'm betting big money that they just didn't get a very good film on one of the shots they took and want to redo it. If it were something more serious they would have called her and made sure she came in ASAP, not sent a letter. I'm speaking partly from experience as my mother is a breast cancer survivor, my cousin did not survive breast cancer, and I get those darn mammograms every year and pay close attention to what they're doing! Please keep us posted, OK? God Bless, Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray, I'm with the others in hoping and praying that this all turns out ok, as I believe it will. It's always good to see your picture and posts, and I hope you are hanging in there yourself. Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Ray Prayers for you and your wife. Surely this is nothing...........they just probably need another film. In my thoughts and prayers~~~ Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Ray, Lots of prayers for your wife... Please keep us posted.. God Bless and many prayers, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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