I got the diagnosis late this afternoon. It was sort of expected but not what I wanted to hear. It is cancer. We still don't have the markers or type and won't know that until next week. I asked CHAT GPT to explain my diagnosis to me and this is what it had to said.
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Your biopsy report confirms that the right breast biopsy shows invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), which is the most common type of breast cancer.
Understanding the Report:
Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC)
This means that cancer started in the milk ducts and has invaded surrounding breast tissue.
"Invasive" means it has the potential to spread beyond the ducts.
Nottingham Grade: 1 of 3
This indicates that the cancer cells are low-grade, meaning they look more like normal cells and are growing slowly compared to higher-grade cancers.
Nottingham Score: 5 of 9
This score is based on how the cancer cells appear under a microscope.
A score of 5 falls within the Grade 1 range, meaning it is less aggressive.
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) results are pending
This refers to testing for hormone receptors (ER, PR) and HER2 status, which help determine treatment options.
Radiologic/pathologic concordance
This means that the biopsy results match what was seen on imaging (like a mammogram or ultrasound), confirming the accuracy of the diagnosis.
Next Steps
You have been referred to Minnesota Oncology for further consultation.
The oncologist will review the full pathology results, including IHC, to determine the best treatment plan.
What This Means for You:
IDC, Grade 1, Score 5/9 is a slow-growing, less aggressive cancer with a generally good prognosis.
Your treatment plan will depend on additional factors, such as tumor size, lymph node involvement, and hormone receptor status.
Your oncologist will discuss treatment options, which may include surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, or other targeted treatments.
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