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« on: April 17, 2015, 09:11:23 AM »
So I am two years out from transplant and I went earlier this month for my annual mammogram.  Lo and behold, I now have microcalcifications in my right breast.  Yippee.  I had a second mammogram last week and just got home from a stereotactic breast biopsy. 

Cancer runs rampant in my family and my mom had DCIS that turned into multiple surgeries and a years worth of chemo and radiation.  I'm hoping this turns out to be nothing but more frequent mammo's in my future. 

The worst part for now is that I have to "take it easy" the rest of the day and it is the nicest day yet in 2015 here in Chicago and I can't get outside and start yard cleanup.  Hmph.   >:(
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« Reply #1 on: April 17, 2015, 10:41:30 AM »
It IS a beautiful day to be enjoyed with a good book rather than with a rake! 

Are the microcalcifications clustered or scattered?  Did anyone tell you?

I'm hoping you get only good news.  I can understand why you'd be concerned.  :cuddle;
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« Reply #2 on: April 17, 2015, 10:58:13 AM »
 The test report did not state whether the microcalcifications were scattered or clustered.  The radiologist who performed today's biopsy did indicate that there was only one sample taken, which leads me to believe they were clustered. 

I'll know more Tuesday. 
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« Reply #3 on: April 17, 2015, 11:05:39 AM »
I'll be thinking of you on Tuesday.  :thumbup;
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« Reply #4 on: April 19, 2015, 01:40:58 AM »
Hello cattlekid,
Please keep these calcifications under close medical observation...
... better safe than sorry... good luck on Tuesday ...
Best wishes from Kristina. :grouphug;
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« Reply #5 on: April 21, 2015, 08:01:20 AM »
So I just checked my home email and saw that I have test results available in my online medical chart.  I figured they wouldn't release the results without calling if there was any issue, so I went ahead and logged in. 

The calcifications are negative for malignancy.   :2thumbsup;  I did find it interesting that one of the samples contained calcium phosphate crystals.  I am wondering if ESRD could be a factor now that we know what the calcification consisted of....I'll have to ask my primary doctor the next time I see him later this summer.
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« Reply #6 on: April 21, 2015, 08:06:37 AM »
Oh my, I felt SO NERVOUS, when I saw this post and was scared to read it, but oh what wonderful news.  My stomach is gradually unclenching.  I'm so so happy for you!!! 

Do you take calcium supplements?  If so, do you think that might be a factor?  I was taking 2 capsules a day and my serum calcium got too high, so I had to cut back. 

I'll be curious to hear what your doc has to say when you next see him.
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« Reply #7 on: April 21, 2015, 08:25:26 AM »
Good point about the calcium supplements.  I do take calcium every day under orders from UW.  I'm bringing all of my results up there when I go for my yearly clinic visit next month so I'll discuss it with the NP there too. 
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« Reply #8 on: April 21, 2015, 11:59:19 AM »
Quote from: cattlekid on April 21, 2015, 08:25:26 AM
Good point about the calcium supplements.  I do take calcium every day under orders from UW.  I'm bringing all of my results up there when I go for my yearly clinic visit next month so I'll discuss it with the NP there too.

My annual clinic visit is next month, too, but my tx neph thankfully sees patients once a week in Rockford.  Let us know what they say about your calcium levels.  I'm curious!
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« Reply #9 on: April 24, 2015, 02:47:09 AM »
Quote from: cattlekid on April 21, 2015, 08:01:20 AM
So I just checked my home email and saw that I have test results available in my online medical chart.  I figured they wouldn't release the results without calling if there was any issue, so I went ahead and logged in. 

The calcifications are negative for malignancy.   :2thumbsup;  I did find it interesting that one of the samples contained calcium phosphate crystals.  I am wondering if ESRD could be a factor now that we know what the calcification consisted of....I'll have to ask my primary doctor the next time I see him later this summer.
Hello cattlekid
I am so glad for your very good results...
... and please keep an eye on it in the future...
Best wishes from Kristina. :grouphug;
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