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Confirmed Diagnosis (missing some details)

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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:

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) results are pending

    • This refers to testing for hormone receptors (ER, PR) and HER2 status, which help determine treatment options.

  5. 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.

  6. 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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Welcome to my blog, where I share the unexpected journey of my life as a single mom and an empty nester facing the challenges of cancer. Here, you'll find insights into my daily experiences, the strength I draw from my creative pursuits in glass, pottery, weaving, and knitting, and the joy of navigating this new chapter. Join me as I embrace life's twists and turns, finding beauty in both the struggles and the art that helps heal my spirit.

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