[Julie]

Originally Posted by Tommi

InfiniteFemme. You are a testament to why we have Patient's Rights, and having knowledge about what goes on. One hell of a ride, and you stay behind the driving wheel with the pedal to the metal. Hoping all goes well and the reconstruction and removal of bad stuff will help in the long course of crap you have been through.

Back in the day, before core/stereotactic systems, I had a Methylene Blue Injection chasing a disappearing mass, and numerous films (before MRI existed) then subsequent exploratory surgery. They found the blue, and a benign cyst. It was an experience I dread repeating ever again, and especially every year, so, can't imagine what you must go through.

Please let us know when you go for the Op , I'll send candy, flowers, and a cutie pie. :wink:

Tommi - I am blessed and most fortunate, that I am able to go through this every year. In January - I get MRI, Mammo and U.S. - In July I get an U.S. and that is pretty much how it will be for the rest of my life - unless, of course I opt for a bilateral mastectomy and personally -- that is not an option in my world. I have thought about it, but why remove a perfectly healthy breast - right)?

I am one month not smoking - soooooooo... I will get the throat surgery done and then go see my plastic surgeon and schedule the reconstructive. Unless, I change my mind, which clearly is another option - because it is not the most pleasant surgery. BUT... Brand new perky teenage BOOBS?!? WOWOW I remember my surgeon telling me my prize - lol