Our visit to the Doctor for 'K's' upcoming procedure was less than what we expected. No fault of the doctor, we liked her well enough. She gave plenty of information. Some of that information was a big surprise and made the visit less than happy. 'K' had a tearful moment after the doctor left. Despite the previous information regarding her needle biopsy, (they told us it was benign) there evidently is still a chance this 'spot' may have cancer. They will be able to determine more after the lumpectomy. This will give them a more definitive answer. Another surprise it that there are a couple types cancer of the breast that don't show up on a mammography. The type her mother had was one of those. Because of her family history they want her to have genetic testing done to look for genetic markers that can show a proclivity for cancer, not just breast cancer but all. The doctor told us the numbers regarding these tests and that 88% of those that had certain markers have gone on to have cancer. That's a pretty huge number. The genetic testing is performed to help determine further courses of preventive action, i.e. mastectomy, additional colonoscopies etc. We were told that insurance would pay for the mastectomies and reconstruction since it is cheaper than treating cancer. That is a mixed bag right there. As you can imagine our thoughts were all over the place. However, we started to joke about breasts a little (I'll leave that to your imagination, she is already familiar with my sick humor) on the way home and are in a much better frame of mind than while at the doctor's.
No news on my Dad since we saw him last. We will see him again Friday, we will be able to see for ourselves if there is more decline or changes.
We were invited over for supper at some close friends. There were two other couples there along with us and the hosts. It was like a walking wounded gathering. Everyone there is going through some sort of serious health issue. It was good to get out and visit and get our minds in another place other than health. We avoided a lot of conversation about our issues. I don't know if that just happened or everyone just didn't feel the need. However, the person that has a terminal brain tumor put everyone at ease early on. He knows he will die soon and he is good with it, and that ended anymore health discussion before it started. Not much else can match something like that and puts all our concerns in perspective. It could always be worse.
Happy Trails
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Well, at least you know what you're facing. That is, in my opinion, MUCH better than the alternative. Prayers sent.
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