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Praise God!
So glad you're with us, Meganne.
Hugs,
Jacqueline
70914I can't believe that it has been 3 years already! Well, I am so glad that you are here still, and that you conquered!
Thanks for the reminder.
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17727Well done you.. Can I say to all, to say to your Man if some thing changes when he goes for a wee. GET IT Cheched out. Men do not know the first signs of Prostrate cancer.My Husband is here after a year of treatment because HE DID.Men think they are Tuff and dont want to talk as much as we do . so you wach out for them ... Take care.... Any thing new... GET IT CHECKED>>
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
Absolutely!!!!
Not enough is being done to educate men about Prostate Cancer, and most men only know of the worst part: "That they won't be able to have sex after they get it."
But of course we women know that, that is not always the case, especially if caught early enough. And with treatment breakthroughs being made all the time things are improving.
At least here in Australia there is ongoing campaigns to make men more aware but it is still up to us women to make sure our men have regular prostate checks, even though the procedure isn't very nice, it can save their life.
Hugs and roses, Meganne
30988Wow, 3 years...thank you again for sharing your journey with us and being such an inspiration. I'm sure that your job isn't finished. I can still see (in my mind)the picture of you finishing the race for the cure in your wheelchair. Go Meganne!
158557Congratulations Meganne on your great accomplishment. Many more women are survivors do to us being proactive for our health!
Cindy B.
11473Congratulations! I am 5 years out and agree completely. The doctors forgot to tell me my results were positive.....good thing I called back and had them check. Never assume no news is good news.
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
Congratulations Conqueror!!!!
Not 'survivor' because survivor makes you a victim, "conqueror" make you a VICTOR.
Hugs n roses, Meganne
29237I am so glad that you are here with us to give us that great advice!
462677I don't know what happen here or to me or the computer I was trying to answer your question and the answer came out in community, well hope I can deleted. I am very happy that you are doing well. I agree with you, mammograms are very important. Hugs and blessings.
60484You have been through SO much, Meganne....if they won't listen to you - shame on them! :) I get one every year.....takes longer to wait for the appointment then it does for the mammo. Call today ladies...make that appointment!
7310Meganne, I'm sooooo glad you did listen to your body. I wasn't here to know what all you went through. Can I ask you some questions? Was the lump something you could have felt yourself? How did you know to keep asking even though you were cleared of any disease? I had a huge breast reduction 3 years ago and now they just feel kind of lumpy anyway. I've had mammograms, how would I know if I'm really screened to know for sure? Thanks for sharing this personal information. May Jesus Christ be Praised!
by meganne
20 Feb 2011
The lump could never be felt even when it grew to 2.5 cm x .6 x .6 (1" x 1/4" x 1/4"), it was like a square sausage.
The digital mammogram found it, then an ultrasound confirmed its abnormal appearance. They did a needle biopsy to break a piece off and send to pathology and they would only say it was a papiloma, not cancer.
All this happened on the same day at a (very expensive) specialist breast cancer clinic that I had been visiting regularly for over 30 years.
The prognoses from their pathology was Papiloma. They said papiloma's normally become cancerous and I should have it removed. When pushed further they said that I probably had ten years before it became cancerous so there was no hurry.
At the time I was battling with a very stubborn jaw infection, so I was in a lot of pain and taking massive doses of antibiotics, but I still felt there was something else going on.
I went back to my GP and he sent me to another, (second choice bc specialist, as the one he wanted me to see was on maternity leave), she looked at fresh ultrasounds and agreed that it wasn't cancer, just a papiloma, that I should have it removed, but no hurry, sometime next year would do.
I went back and told my GP that I did not feel RIGHT, not like myself at all, and I believed there was something more going on in my body than the jaw infection, I couldn't put my finger on it.
I was also getting shooting, electricity like, fine lightning type, pains, beginning from where the lump was out through the nipple.
Finally, in November I got to see the (first choice) Doctor, Deborah Cheung, who took one look at the ultrasound and had me booked for a biopsy, then the lumpectomy, then the double mastectomy all within three weeks.
The lump had three types of cancer, one at the core, a different one at the shell and it was sitting in a bed, of what is called ductile carcinoma in situ.
The first two cancers were deadly (grade 3 on the Australian scale), and if not removed within six months would normally metastasise through the body, after which there is very little chance of survival.
So, how did I know? I know my body and I knew there was something wrong inside. I just did not feel like myself!
STUPIDLY!!!! I kept putting off having my annual mammogram, something kept telling me I wasn't going to escape this time and emotionally I could not cope with losing my boobs. This is so silly compared to losing one's life!!!
But a funny thing kept happening, I kept receiving invitations from the local free breast cancer clinic, to have a free mammogram. It was like I was being TOLD to do something and yes, I do believe in signs.
After everything was over I phoned the local clinic and thanked them for sending out their pamphlets so regularly because they really did push me into action, even though I didn't use their service.
So, how can you know? If I could answer that I would be a millionaire.
I had trusted the Sydney Square Breast Clinic for over 30 years and in the end they failed me miserably.
Now, I must tell you, my Sister, (who has had bc twice and was undergoing 6 monthly mammograms), found the lump herself and three mammograms failed to find it because it kept moving.
So please don't just rely on mammograms, you also need to do a self examination, standing up and laying down, once a week, once a month, anything is better than nothing.
Sorry to be so long winded but I hope by sharing my story I can save other lives, I was EXTREMELY lucky, I should have died and I didn't, for whatever reason....
who knows, this post itself may be the one that saves the life of someone destined to become the mother of the person who finds a cure for cancer........
59617Wow...three years ago...time flys !!!
CONGRATULATIONS ... I'm so happy you are here with us...you are an inspiration to ALL of us and I know God has something SPECIAL in mind for your life. (Thanks for helping all of us)
Hugs
Linda
57491Three years ago - I can't hardly believe it - and thank the Lord you are with us!!!! Hugs to you, Meganne - we love you!! :) Laura*
95371You are truly an inspiration.Happy you can now go forward. Huge bouquet of roses to you.Stella
15980Meg - you are an inspiration to all - and a fighter. The little gif is not really related, but it reminds me of the cartoon character we have here - the mom in the cartoon becomes the "tough biker chic" in her alter ego life. LOL Big hugs to you!
448137875Congratulations!!!!! Good luck and many many more years of health for you.
34807Meganne, I never knew you had been through so much. So glad all worked out great for you. I love that you areon cute!
7232Glad you are still here and doing well! If we don't stay on top of our health, nobody will! Get tested!
33579793i always go to my mamm. four years ago they found a lump, thank God is was beningn! but i have to go through the waiting for more than a week, it was not a good time at all.
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
I'm glad your result was a good one, I hope it continues that way for you for ALL of them.
I had 31 years of good ones before the nasty one. I am so glad I kept having them.
hugs n roses, Meganne
26714I get my mammogram every year as I have too many around me of all ages that have gotten cancer in the last 5 years.....
15874Thanks for telling everyone to have a life saving mamagram. I do not miss one single year. Try to get the digital ones too they are so much clearer than the old Xray type. Suzanne
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
Yes I agree, it was a digital image that found my cancer.
Hugs and roses, Meganne
111111Thank you for this post Meganne, I'm so happy you were in time for treatment. It's good to remind people here. But I also add the link were people can click, so free mammograms can be given to help other women too.
Hugs/love G.
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
Yes that's a great idea Gerry. I click whenever I remember and I discovered I can do one from my laptop and one from my pc on the same day so it is a double vote.
:-)))
740421That is wonderful to hear Meganne. We enjoy life so much more when we realize how fast things can change. Each new day is a blessing given to us. Thanks for the reminder. Hugs, Judy
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
Yes life is so fleeting and it can change in an instant we need to cherish every day. Hugs n roses, Meganne
10530Yes I have mine every year. Glad you are okay. Thanks DeVon
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
I know they are painful, but the pain doesn't last long and the alternative is much more permanent.
Hugs n roses, Meganne
72397Dear Meganne, it has been so difficult for you, but you have had so much courage.Thank you for your example, and you are so generous with your reminder.
We are all so grateful that you are here with us
Hugs , love
Claude
25533Forgot to add.....love your new Betty Boop.
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
She is my "Winning" Betty who I used all through my battle. Older Cuties will recognise what she stands for, of course I had to reinstate her on this anniversary. :-))
hugs n roses, Meganne
253107Having had a dice with colon cancer - I have a mammogram every year and a colon check up every other year. I agree listen to your body..... Sarah.
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
We can all beat cancer if we get it early enough. I am so glad you are here to talk about it too.
hugs n roses, Meganne
253107Oh my - those days seem so long ago - but when you were going through them - they tore our hearts out - we prayed so hard - and you know - He listened - we are so thankful - you do have some work to do - don't you?
by meganne
19 Feb 2011
Yes Shirlene, time is moving so quickly it is hard to believe it has been three years.
I remember that day so vividly, and for someone who is so forgetful of most daily events, that is REALLY something. LOL!!!!
My Cute Family got me through and I know only too well that HE listened to all the prayers said for me.
I am so thankful to be alive.
Hugs and roses, Meganne
211078thank you for this timely reminder, I have one every 2 years and my appointment is next month and so far so good!
24342Meganne, I have mine done regularly. Hurts like #@#@ but would rather be alive.... Helen
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