will she live normal life, has the cancer spread? cos she has done ultrasound,xray, blood test and everything is ok. the operation is in jan. 2008. i m so confuse. will the radiotherapy kill the cancer cell totally.
2007-12-20 19:48:42 · 12 answers · asked by sarah o 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
Breast cancer is very survivable with the right treatment. Without knowing any of her specifics, I can tell you this. The rest of her life depends on good nutrition, not forgetting her purpose in life and lots of laughter. Cancer is not the death sentence it used to be, but it does take work to get through it. Do some on line research on laughter and cancer, you will be amazed. Best of luck.
2007-12-20 19:52:39 · answer #1 · answered by at1955 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'm sorry, nobody here can answer your questions. Please don't rely on the answers you have received here.
Not even her doctors will know if the cancer has spread to any lymph nodes, or how many, until after her surgery. A lot depends on the grade and stage of her cancer, which of course I don't know. But cancer is an unpredictable disease.
I was diagnosed with breast cancer four years ago - stage 3 grade 3, 13 nodes involved. I had a mastectomy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and I now take hormone tablets daily. I'm fit and well, have had no recurrences and lead a normal life.
Shortly after your mum's surgery, her consultant will discuss with her the results and the treatment they propose. I know it's useless to tell you to try not to worry; but for now concentrate on supporting her through this time and through her surgery and recovery from surgery.
There are many women who post to this forum who have had breast cancer and done very well, as I have. Several have survived much longer than I so far have. I hope you hear from some of them.
My best wishes to you and your mum. You may both like to have a look at
http://www.breastcancercare.org.uk
There is a lot of information there, and forums where both of you can talk to people in exactly your situations, as well as people who have been there
2007-12-20 21:00:54 · answer #2 · answered by lo_mcg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As to whether she will be totally fine after her treatment is something only time can tell. As all her other procedures turned out ok this gives her a higher chance of a full recovery. The operation she is having to remove the breast will remove any tumour contained in the body of the breast tissue. The radiotherapy is used as a second line of treatment to ensure that the bed of the tumour and any cells left behind after the surgery are also destroyed so there will be less chance of a recurrance in the future. From what you've said there seems to be a high chance of a full recovery for your mother. Hope all goes well.
2007-12-21 04:20:11 · answer #3 · answered by samsam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
New, improved treatments are helping persons with breast cancer live longer than ever before. However, even with treatment, breast cancer can spread to other parts of the body. Sometimes, cancer returns even after the entire tumor is removed and nearby lymph nodes are found to be cancer-free.
She may experience side effects or complications from cancer treatment. For example, radiation therapy may cause temporary swelling of the breast, and aches and pains around the area. Ask your doctor about the side effects she may have during treatment.
2007-12-20 19:56:40 · answer #4 · answered by gangadharan nair 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With cancer, there are many unknowns, nobody can be absolutely sure. Not even medical professionals.
The chance of the cancer metastizing (spreading) depends on how long it has existed, the longer its been there the greater the chance it has meastized. If it was discovered early (less than 3 months in most breast cancer cases) it probably has not spread.
Listen to your doctors and care professionals, support your mother as she is facing some tough times ahead.
2007-12-20 19:54:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sarah, breast cancer odds today, are greater than ever before! Science has made a very good leap in this area and for that, I am grateful.
I have had several, in my family, who have had breast cancer and survived for many, many years, afterwards! In fact, it was not cancer which finally brought about their deaths, it was something totally different! So, you see, with proper surgical proceedure, medications and such...your Mum, should do very well, afterward!
I want you to know I wish you and your Mum the best. I also want you to know that I am praying for your Mum and I know God knows best for her. Therefore, I hope you will join me in praying for a good recovery and a long life...in all, God's will be done!
2007-12-21 12:12:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-10 10:55:49 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She may feel tired going through the treatment. Depending on how early they caught it will give an idea if it has spread or not. Treatment can be rough, but when it is done you gradually feel better. Your mom might be emotional going through all this. Be supportive to her and help her how you can.
2007-12-24 02:04:34 · answer #8 · answered by Simmi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have relative who has breast cancer, after performed an operation she is fine right now
2007-12-20 21:24:36 · answer #9 · answered by sukosari 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes dont worry , Breast cancer is very common, and most women have a good or high chance of survival with the right treatment and early diagnoses ......dont worry , just stay positive so the forces can work for her well being .....pray for her ....be confident that she will be fine ....then she will be if God permits that .
Good Luck :-)
2007-12-20 23:15:01 · answer #10 · answered by Decent Girl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋