#71642 03-19-2008 01:44 AM | Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 148 Senior Member (100+ posts) | OP  Senior Member (100+ posts)
Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 148 | I am supposed to get that biopsy done in a little while today. I am kind of nervous more about it hurting then anything. Every stinking biopsy they have done on me so far has been an OUCH!!!! Anyway after today how long will it take before I should really expect the answer? When it was a yes they called me at work in about a week. when it was a no they made me wait till I went in for the answer. OK ok yes I am nervous. But I am in good hands. I am smiling hope you are too. Brenda
49 years young 9/2007 Squamous Cell Carcinoma 33 rad treatments. One year later, 9/17/2008 50 years old through the Grace of God. last check up all clear. Living life as it comes to me.
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Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Brenda,
You got it, "Good luck".
The answer to your questions is that it depends on how quickly the biopsy is processed and forwarded to the surgeon. Some labs use fax and some use mail. Also every doctor has their own protocol as far as how and when they tell the patient. It is never quick enough for the patient.
I was lucky as my biopsy came to my office on the Tuesday following the Friday that it was done. Since it came directly to my office, I obviously had the advantage of not having to wait for the surgeon to tell me.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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My fingers are crossed for you, best of luck to you with the results.
ChristineSCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44 2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07 -65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr Clear PET 1/08 4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I surg 4/16/08 clr marg 215 HBO dives 3/09 teeth out, trismus 7/2/09 recur, Stg IV 8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy 3wks medicly inducd coma 2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit PICC line IV antibx 8 mo 10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg OC 3x in 3 years very happy to be alive  | | | | | Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 148 Senior Member (100+ posts) | | OP Senior Member (100+ posts)
Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 148 | I was supposed to get that done today. Again I was fooled. I was sent to a new ENT. He did a scope and said there was absolutly no cancer in my throat or mouth. That know we feel he said feels like a result of the radiation. So he talked me into getting the scan and then we are going to have surgey to remove the salitary gland that is destroyed (spell check) The jist it LOOKS like to me is I am cancer free. He did say he was going to biopsy the gland when he removed it. Gave me some meds and since I am at the busiest time of the year at work I need to be there so surgery will have to wait until I get back from Washington in June. I feel blessed. Thank you all for caring and yelling your prayers I will continue yelling mine. Brenda
49 years young 9/2007 Squamous Cell Carcinoma 33 rad treatments. One year later, 9/17/2008 50 years old through the Grace of God. last check up all clear. Living life as it comes to me.
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Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 681 | Brenda,
Very good news! Stay well.
Malka
SCC stage II Partial mandibulectomy w. neck dissection- July 2005. Renal cancer w. partial nephrectomy-Jan 2004. Breast cancer discovered in routine mammogram. Successful lumpectomy, sentinal nodes clear, RT only-2008 Reconstruction of mandible w fibula free flap-Jan 09. TORS removal of begnin pappiloma from esophagus-2010. Masectomy,rt breast 2013.
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Joined: Feb 2005 Posts: 2,019 | Brenda, I have been away from the computer for a few days and came back to find this news. That is GREAT news! I'm so happy for you. And welcome to the world of cancer recurrence SCARES that turn out to be false alarms.....
Nelie
SCC(T2N0M0) part.glossectomy & neck dissect 2/9/05 & 2/25/05.33 IMRT(66 Gy),2 Cisplatin ended 06/03/05.Stage I breast cancer treated 2/05-11/05.Surgery to remove esophageal stricture 07/06, still having dilatations to keep esophagus open.Dysphagia. "When you're going through hell, keep going"
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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 5,260 | Brenda, I wish nothing but the best for you and do understand the wait and confusion. Give it your best shot and smile as you are winning your battle. I know ole Jim is trying.
Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here
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Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 148 | I am now on day five of the predtnizone?? steroid out of a 12 day pack, OMG I can sing! Not good mind you but I can carry on a conversation without gasping for a breath. I don't remember who it was that posted there are ENTs who go to school to learn to treat sore throats and ENTs that went to school to learn to take care of surgery ( not a quote but close) but they were so right. I feel so much better, and the depression is lifting off my shoulders. I was talking to my boss at work she Grabbed my hands and she prayed loudly so the Lord would hear her words and that I would hear them and believe they were good. Next she paid the ENT to see me, Thank you Mrs.Louise Womack! God smiles on you too! When I told her what the Ent said she shouted and high fived me! this woman is amazing. Love her like my mom. She is also a Cancer survivor she had a breast removed so she understands the fear we go through everyday. And I told her and yes I show her everyday by going to work mostly on time and staying the whole day. Remember I work outside in the cold and the heat. We are at our busiest time of the year so every one is needed to be there. Opps sorry I am rambling I am just so relieved. Hope all our news turns out like mine did this time.
You might not see me here for a couple of months but that is because I have 10 hour work days then in June I think I am flying to Bremerton Washington to see my Daughter and her family. I wish all of you happy HAPPY days! Prayers for all. Again I am sorry for rambling I do that! Brenda
49 years young 9/2007 Squamous Cell Carcinoma 33 rad treatments. One year later, 9/17/2008 50 years old through the Grace of God. last check up all clear. Living life as it comes to me.
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Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 8,311 | Congrats Brenda. Lets hope this is just the beginning of good things coming your way.
David
Age 58 at Dx, HPV16+ SCC, Stage IV BOT+2 nodes, non smoker, casual drinker, exercise nut, Cisplatin x 3 & concurrent IMRT x 35,(70 Gy), no surgery, no Peg, Tx at Moffitt over Aug 06. Jun 07, back to riding my bike 100 miles a wk. Now doing 12 Spin classes and 60 outdoor miles per wk. Nov 13 completed Hilly Century ride for Cancer, 104 miles, 1st Place in my age group. Apr 2014 & 15, Spun for 9 straight hrs to raise $$ for YMCA's Livestrong Program. Certified Spin Instructor Jun 2014.
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