Friday, June 24, 2011

Two updates

After a pep talk from DI, I called the plastic surgeon's secretary and advocated for an earlier appointment . . . success! July 8th I'll go see her, so crisis averted on that front. Still might want to see someone else, but will probably wait 'til after I see her to decide that.

Second, got a call from genetics at MGH and I don't have the BRCA 1 or 2 mutation according to the new tests . . . so until some other genetic testing comes down the pike, there is no genetic reason for my two pre-menopausal cancers.
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7 comments:

  1. lindsayJune 24, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Earlier appointment = great news!
    No BRCA mutation = well I am glad there is no genetic basis for your cancer on one level, but saddened for you and all the rest of us who are trying to stay healthy in a chemical-laden world.....
    Thanks for the updates, which I check for religiously! See you this afternoon. xoxo

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  2. JenniferJune 24, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Good for you! Glad that you got an earlier appointment. Will Smith be doing your surgery?

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  3. SarahJune 24, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    @Jennifer - yes, Smith's my surgeon - don't feel a need to change that - I loved her for round one!

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  4. Jean WilsonJune 25, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    So glad you were able to move up your appointment. Will be nice to have information sooner.

    So looking forward to catching up with you next weekend.

    Jean

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  5. JenniferJune 26, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    I love Smith. Wouldn't recommend anyone else. You are in such capable hands with her.

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  6. liz pJune 27, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    This is fantastic news that you don't have that BRCA mutation - just excellent. I remember that phone call myself and I cried for joy (in front of my boss no less). Such a weight lifted and while it doesn't make the decision any less simple, it does mean that it is yours completely to make.

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  7. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    I'm very glad you got the earlier appointment! Thinking of you!! -Nicole

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