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  • hope49
    hope49 Member Posts: 239
    edited November 2012

    Hello Friends:

    I am looking for recommendations for an oncologist - preferably in the NW/West Chicago suburbs.  I want to find someone who is caring, open minded and takes time to get to know me as an individual vs a statistic.  The onc I met with recently, while very smart and well-intentioned I just didn't connect with and it's critical for me to feel I have a partner I can trust as I know I'll be seeing this person for awhile.  I like to take a holistic approach to my health and think there's much more to survival than drugs.  I would greatly appreciate any referrals you may be able to provide.

    Thank you!

  • Kimbr7
    Kimbr7 Member Posts: 6
    edited November 2012

    Hello everyone!  I am 35 years old and have a breast biopsy tomorrow after a sonogram from today.  Doctor thinks it might a Radial Scar, but isn't sure and wants a biopsy.  Regardless it needs to come off.  Cancer or no caner.  I will have my results on Friday....Day after Thanksgiving.  I am only 35 and have to small Children.  I HATE this wait and fear the worst.

    Can anyone recommend a good surgen in Peoria, IL to remove the abnormal tissue?

  • timbek2
    timbek2 Member Posts: 64
    edited November 2012

    My breast surgeon was dr mammalito and she's the best. Any questions feel free to pm me. Sorry u are going through this. Hang in there!!!



    Becki

  • momto7
    momto7 Member Posts: 114
    edited November 2012

    Hi everyone checking in I am 12 post op  it is going by fast I went to the BS again today and got all the patholgy  reports and they had found more cancer in the left breast now how could that have been missed I am glad that they found it and got it all She suggested chemo and i have decided to take it i just hope i made the right decision  the Dr said with my family history it could come back in another part of my body it is a 15 percent chance  but is it one i want to take if i do not take the chemo?  So I have the drains for another week  which sucks but she wants to make sure all the fluid is out  and I am doing almost 60 cc's on each side  on the brighter side I don't need the pain meds as much and I have been walking around outside  and went shopping. My daughter took me for a pedicure and a manicure  for my birthday we had a great time SmileSmile Hope every one is doing great 

  • lago
    lago Member Posts: 11,653
    edited November 2012

    momto7 sounds like you are doing great. Yeah at times they find more, and sometimes less than they thought once they get in there. Our current imaging technology isn't perfect. At times things hide and other times it can exaggerate size. Glad they found it all. I had a small amount of LCIS that the MRI did find in the "good" breast. I feel pretty lucky it was found. Keep us posted on your progress.  Happy belated Birthday… and many many more!

  • illinoislady
    illinoislady Member Posts: 41,005
    edited November 2012

    "Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair but manifestations of strength and resolution."

    Kahil Gibran

  • zap
    zap Member Posts: 1,850
    edited November 2012

    momto7, you sound very together and it truly sounds to me that you are making a great decision about the chemo.  It is hard on some but very doable for most. Good for you for moving ahead so quickly with big decisions.

    Susan

  • zap
    zap Member Posts: 1,850
    edited November 2012

    momto7, you sound very together and it truly sounds to me that you are making a great decision about the chemo.  It is hard on some but very doable for most. Good for you for moving ahead so quickly with big decisions.

    Susan

  • GinaMulligan
    GinaMulligan Member Posts: 1
    edited November 2012

    Hi Ladies.

    Thank you so much for your interest in Girls Love Mail. I'm the founder, Gina Mulligan, and I'm thrilled you're interested in writing letters. Since I just received some letters from Illinois, I suspect some of you already have. Thank you! I wanted to tell you that I just added Letter Writing Party Kits to the Girls Love Mail website. The kit includes discussion topics, writing prompts, sample letters, and a stationery download - everything you need to get together and write letters. We've found writing letters with friends is cathartic and uplifting. You can download the free packet at http://girlslovemail.com/groups.html. Thank you again for being part of Girls Love Mail. If you'd like to receive our newsletter with info and responses from recipients, please Join Us on the website. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! --Gina

  • momto7
    momto7 Member Posts: 114
    edited November 2012

    Hi Kim don't worry to much enjoy your holiday I hope it is nothing serious  keep us postedSmile

  • Kimbr7
    Kimbr7 Member Posts: 6
    edited November 2012

    Thanks so much!  The biopsy wasn't too bad...Doctor said it's either a Radial scar or caner.  50/50 chance.  I am going to keep my fingers crossed.  She said it was about 1cm so hopefully if it is cancer it's small and hasn't spread.

  • Graceembraced
    Graceembraced Member Posts: 86
    edited November 2012

    Happy Thanksgiving it all! We have much to be thankful for and the support on these boards is one of those blessings!

  • spunkyboobster
    spunkyboobster Member Posts: 563
    edited November 2012

    Happy Thanksgiving to All!  I count each of you among the bounty of things I am grateful for on Thanksgiving day and everyday! Smile

  • virginiab
    virginiab Member Posts: 79
    edited November 2012

    Kim--

    Good for you for fast action on the biopsy. I hope all will be well. Do your best to relax while you wait for results.

  • mdg
    mdg Member Posts: 1,468
    edited November 2012

    Just wanted to wish all of you a great Thanksgiving.  I have family coming in so I have been cleaning and cooking all day!  Soooo tired now.  For those still dealing with surgery recovery or chemo - hang in there.  Sending healing vibes your way. 

  • invisible2
    invisible2 Member Posts: 70
    edited November 2012

    Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!  

    I don't post very often but I am always thankful you are all here.  Kiss

  • lago
    lago Member Posts: 11,653
    edited November 2012

    Finally finished all my cooking yesterday at 5pm. Aps all done. (I need a bigger food processor!)

    For those of you in treatment hang in there. Next years Thanksgiving will taste so sweet!

    HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL!

    http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i323/lauren3g/turkey2010.jpg

    ^ this was our Turkey my husband made when I was 1/2 way through chemo in 2010.

  • illinoislady
    illinoislady Member Posts: 41,005
    edited November 2012

    Invisible.....was just wondering about you and in the very next entry was your post:

  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 15,711
    edited November 2012

    Hope 49 If I knew one I certainly would print it--But I know mine and the 1st one I had was wonderful for me, I moved and the first time I went to her I tought oh no---but the 2nd time it all changed she was so connecting with me But it's hard to tell someone else my surgeon I loved and he's an excellent surgeon but no bedside manner-but once we got oing he and I were always laughing and goofing around so it's alway not how it first seemsI'm sure u'll find who u need and Good Luck

    and Kim I hope all goes well for u too--it's a road no one likes but we do it

    I do want to wish u all a very Happy Thanksiving and I hope u all can enjoy r'e family and friends..

  • smerf
    smerf Member Posts: 476
    edited November 2012

    Just got back from a beautiful trip to Hawaii, and I'm not really complaining, but I'm tired! What a long flight, but well worth it. Taking the kids out today, so no cooking. Feels strange. Also, the last three years my DH has been working, so no one watched football. I almost forgot about it, but he is already planted on the couch in eager anticipation.

    I want to wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. I'm thankful for, and thinking of each and every one of you!

    Pat

  • Char2010
    Char2010 Member Posts: 362
    edited November 2012

    Wishing you all a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving Holiday.

  • Adey
    Adey Member Posts: 2,413
    edited November 2012

    Happy Thanksgiving and love to all.

  • LisaMomOfFour
    LisaMomOfFour Member Posts: 226
    edited November 2012

    Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! 

  • zap
    zap Member Posts: 1,850
    edited November 2012

    I hope Thanksgiving day provides each of you the blessing of being among those you love in reality if not in spirit.  We DO have so much to be thankful for.  I will be spending the day with my best friend and her daughter and my two daughters, grandkids, SIL and my wonderful husband.  Indeed I feel blessed!

    Susan

  • joan888
    joan888 Member Posts: 711
    edited November 2012

    Just want to say Happy Thanksgiving.  So thankful for all of you wonderful ladies who have come into my life in the past few years and guided me along this journey. Have a wonderful day.  

  • roulag
    roulag Member Posts: 126
    edited November 2012

    Finally sat down - had a party for 37 people. Two turkeys (a 25 pounder in the oven and one 16 pounder deep fried). Since we are Greek we also had moussaka.



    I want to wish all of you beautiful ladies a very Happy Thanksgiving and may this holiday season bring each and everyone of you good health and never ending joy.

  • camillegal
    camillegal Member Posts: 15,711
    edited November 2012

    Roula 37 people--OMG busy busy busy--I hope u rest tomorrow.

  • Kimbr7
    Kimbr7 Member Posts: 6
    edited November 2012

    Hi Laides....can anyone suggest a good oncologist in Peoria IL?  The one from Peoria that comes to my town is a real jerk and I don't think I can work with him.

  • virginiab
    virginiab Member Posts: 79
    edited November 2012

    Hi, Kim--

    I don't know where you are located in relation to Peoria, but my Urbana medical oncologist, who I like a lot, is in Gibson City one day a week. If this is helpful, send me a private message and I'll get her contact info to you.

    I think it really helps to find someone you feel you can work with, so hang in there!

  • timbek2
    timbek2 Member Posts: 64
    edited November 2012

    My mo is dr praguer. She off 91 in Peoria. Any questions pm me. Thanks!

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