Ultimate NSV - Death sentence was lifted...

PuggleLover

Two months ago I had a skin cyst on my boob. It got infected - spread to the glad. Two rounds of antibiotics later, it wasn't better. Other symptoms came up and pointed to a rare form of cancer called Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) - 60 percent diagnosed die within 18 months of confirmed diagnosis. My PCP talked to me about IBC care, cancer treatment, referred me to a specialist and ordered the tests to conclusively figure out what was wrong. When I showed up for the tests to confirm if that was what was wrong with me, the diagnosis at the top of the page read: Inflammatory Breast Cancer, as if everyone knew it but me. My body went numb and I felt like I was falling into hell. I was told later, it was written on the page because that's what the tests were for.

Several doctor appointments, scans, x-rays, ultra sounds, etc. later... I was told this morning I DO NOT have Inflammatory Breast Cancer. While I still have to monitor my situation closely, I don't have the death sentence of 18 months to live.

For more than a month, I have been planning my last days but as of this morning, I was given a new hope for the future.

Now back to regularly tracking calories.

Raynne413

OMG, I can only imagine how scary that must have been. I'm SO happy for you that everything turned out ok!!

My1985Freckles

Praise God! What Wonderful News!!!!!!!!

hauer01

OMG PuggleLover!

I am so glad to hear that you do not have cancer. What a burden you must have had and what a relief you must feel now. I am very glad that you will be my friend for more than 18 months!

Congrats on your "ULTIMATE NSV"!!!!!!

GretchenReine

I'm so glad that you don't have it and hope that you never do! What a wonderful reason to celebrate. I have a cousin who had it and although she did lose the battle eventually, she went into remission about 4 different times over many years before succumbing to breast cancer...it was certainly not 18 months.

Here's to many years of a very happy, healthy life!!!

PomegranatePriestess

That's incredible. What a sense of relief you must feel.

So, now you've got a new lease on life, and a new perspective on it as well, I'm sure.

GamerGurl729

I can't imagine how scared you were. I'm happy to hear that you're cancer-free and I'm sure you're relieved. That is really an ultimate NSV and a reality check as well I'm sure. Best of luck to you with your continued good health.

Pedalpush

Holy ****balls! I can't even fathom receiving such news! Congratulations on your reversed diagnosis!

jerbear1962

That is so good to hear...cancer is so scary..I wish you the best of luck

DanceForever904

Wow your post had me holding my breath till i read u didnt have it! Praise God

PuggleLover

The nurse talked to me first about the results and said quickly... you are fine. I couldn't speak for a second and asked... the scans were clear of IBC? She said yes, you don't have cancer. I fell on the ground crying. I have never been so happily shocked in my life.

rmf626

So happy for you! Isn't life much sweeter? And isn't worrying about being overweight a pleasure in comparison? I had the very same scare a year ago with the same result. I know exactly what you've gone through. Great news!

NaEl1

Praise God!!!

stacymama5

That's awesome and the ultimate NSV is so true!!!

OkieinMinny

WOW - That is crazy and glad you are cancer free

bethygirlie

Wow I'm so glad everything is okay. You are a lucky girl!

PuggleLover

Thanks everyone for celebrating with me!

Yummamamma

I cant imagine how you must have been feeling. You must feel overwhelmingly happy right now, stay positive and keep healthy!! Good luck on the rest of your monitoring...


Way to go on sticking with this!!

Sending happy healthy vibes your way

msmith2020

AMAZING NSV!! I was scared for you, even when I read the last results of your post- I had to go back and read them again!! I was afraid of being happy for a situation I was also afraid I didnt quite understand yet!! WHEW! THANK GOD YOU ARE OK!! Best wishes to you!!


BTW: I LOVE MY PUG RUBY! She is the SWEETEST girl EVERY! I treat her like my daughter.. even though I don't have kids. lol

silvergurl518

wow. welcome back from something so dark and scary! xoxo

briannadunn

Wonderful!! Now it is time to breath and get well and continue to strive for a healthier and happier you..You had me holding my breath the whole read.

Panda_1999

OMG, I feel for you and what you must have gone through. I am so glad it turned out ok. What a relief this must be dear friend, Be Well

Michellerawrrr

My sweet friend I had no idea you were dealing with this. I am so happy you have your health and that you are alright!!! :flowerforyou:

Kap10

wow what an aweful time you must have had, but great that the result has been good in the end. Good for you.

Hoppymom

I am glad that your fears have been laid to rest and now you can live the life you want. Perhaps thinking about how lucky you really are will help spur you to maximum health. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: Enjoy your life!

TSivak

Great! GREAT,GREAT,GREAT, AWESOME!YEAH!WOOOOOHOOOOOOO!TERRIFIC!!!! YIPPPIIE!!!!!!!

PuggleLover

Thanks everyone - I have a new perspective, that's for sure. I am starting this new week and this new month with a new sense of life. It's good to be alive

TexasDarling09

Tears in my eyes for you. Thank the Lord & live life the way you always wanted to!

shannonmch

Praise God!!!! I will continue to pray for you!

morah29

reading this brought tears to my eyes.. so happy for you... :flowerforyou:

marthadztx

All the glory to God!