Thanks to everyone who has been sending their prayers, positive thoughts and well wishes. Brenda's surgery lasted about 5 hours which is pretty typical I guess. My mom called from the hospital when it was over and told me that the cancer had spread to the lymph nodes. To what extent, we won't know until next week sometime. This isn't horrible news, and I get that, but it's totally unexpected. The doctors told Brenda that the lump was so small that it was hard to believe she even found it. They said that they were certain she wouldn't even have to go through chemo. So when I answered the phone today I expected my mom to tell me that the surgery was over. And that's basically it. But I could immediately tell by the sound of her voice that it wasn't that simple. The good news is that she DID catch it early. And even though she will have to go through chemo, she's going to be fine.
When I talked to my mom Brenda was still in recovery and she hadn't been told yet. This won't go over well with her as she watched her 3 year old son go through chemo for a year. At the same time, he's a cancer survivor. Brenda will be too.
Linda
Oh, my gosh, that is something I am so afraid of (to have my child experience cancer). I'm glad that Brenda's son pulled through, and maybe the education and experience she gained last year will help her this time around.
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Oh no, her son has cancer too? Cancer sucks! My step mom had skin cancer and it had spread to the lymph nodes too, but she didn't need chemo. Strange how that happens. Praying for your sis!
ReplyDeleteWow, I am glad she's expected to be okay, but so sorry to hear she'll have to go through chemo. I hope telling her goes well--she's very lucky to have you guys for support during this.
ReplyDeleteBrenda's son doesn't have cancer anymore. He's been cancer-free for over 6 years now. : ) Thanks for the prayers.
ReplyDeleteLinda - sorry to hear the news of the cancer spreading in the lymphnodes. We will be praying for Brenda! Where does she live, Texas?
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