I just had a lumpectomy and 6 nodes taken out on June 10th! 5 out of 6 of my tests came back negative including all of the six nodes they took out! My breast surgeon took double the size of the tumor out to make sure she got all of the cancer out! The one marker that came back positive is HER 2! They ran the test on the initial biopsied piece and then tried testing the tumor after they took it out of me but those 2 tries came back inconclusive for HER 2! My question is did anyone else go through this and if so what treatment did you do afterwards? I am asking because 2 drs. gave me different treatments to do now! One dr. said follow with radiation only the other dr. said chemo and immunotherapy for over a year than radiation! I am 54 years old and I have already had 2 major back surgeries and kidney stone surgeries all the time they get too big for me to pass so out comes the horrific stints after each surgery! I have rescued pets for the last 22 years and the week before my surgery my cat passed away the day before my surgery my last beloved Lab mix had to be put down due to seizures that started a week before surgery and my last rescued bunny passed the week after my surgery, so I lost all 3 fur babies in a matter of 6 weeks! I appreciate any advice because I am so scared, and I do not know if my kidneys and stomach could even handle chemotherapy! Thanks in advance to anyone who could possibly help me with this treatment plan follow up nightmare! I am an emotional mess and so very lost without my children with fur!

Sending prayers. Hugs

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by loriziegler 30 Jul 2022

Thank you! I very much believe in the power of prayers!

You are not alone now. We will all be praying for you, have shoulders and ears at the ready any and every time you need us. Suzanne (sdrise) will do all she can to help you understand what is happening. Please do keep in touch with her. And I will be your #1 cheerleader supporting you as I supported Suzanne, whenever you need it. So don't be afraid to reach out to us all. Let us know what is happening, when you need extra prayers or a shoulder to lean on. You now have your Cute family to help you through this.

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by loriziegler 27 Jul 2022

I am so thankful for you all!

Hi Lori I went through this several years ago. I am cancer free now. Is the HER 2 negative or positive? It makes a difference. I was a triple positive. I went through chemo immune therapy and radiation. PM me and I will try to help you understand it all.
So sorry about all your fur babies going at the same time. hugs

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by loriziegler 27 Jul 2022

I thank you! I am sorry I have never done social media so I know this is a dumb question but I do not know how to PM you! I only do a little on the computer because I am a caregiver and I work long hours every day! I am HER 2 positive! The biopsy from the first hospital came back as HER 2 positive but when they did the lumpectomy at the other hospital and ran the test for HER 2 twice it came back inconclusive! It was caught very early stage 1 and they removed a lot extra and said they got it all!

by sdrise 28 Jul 2022

Lori click on the inbox tab at the top . Type in my name
sdise and it will open a box to type me a private message.
HER2 positive is good thing. I will explain when you PM me.

by sdrise 28 Jul 2022

I forgot to tell you on the right is a button that says Private message click that and you can type in my name and send a message. Also if I reply click the in box at the top of the page and you can read my responses.

HI Lori, that's good news that your results came back negative. I do pray that you can find further information to help alleviate your apprehension.

I am sorry to read that you lost your 3 fur babies so close to one another as well.

I agree with Betsey, there are a lot of ladies on here who have gone through Breast cancer and I am sure once they see your post you will receive some great information and help. Love and cuddles, Chris

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by loriziegler 27 Jul 2022

I really appreciate it!

Hi Lori! I guess you are frightened! I will pray for you about that and about getting good care and the proper treatment. I haven't been through this problem, but we have several Cute sisters who have and I'm sure they will be along to offer support and advice. Be sure to check your Inbox in case they want to talk privately with you about it. Also, ask your doctor for dependable sites where you can read about your particular cancer. Info is part of the cure. Love and big hug, Betsey

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by loriziegler 27 Jul 2022

Thank you so much!