Progress

Yesterday I made some phone calls to follow up on my upcoming appointment schedule. A CT scan and biopsy had been scheduled. The CT scan will be March 28th. The date for the biopsy was set for early April which was much later than I had expected, so I had myself added to the cancellation list. I was pretty devastated at the idea of waiting that long to have a concrete diagnosis, and reached out to my contact at RVH to make sure there was nothing else I could do to speed up the process.

This morning, because of the amazing advocacy of a doctor, I was invited to come in for my biopsy TODAY. I cannot tell you what an incredible relief it was to hear that news.

I got home from my biopsy an hour or so ago. The doctor took a sample from the lump as well as from a lymph node in my armpit. Titanium is a new element to add to my collection as they left a small piece inside the lump - 'x' marks the spot. 

I will find out the results of the biopsy next Friday. In the meantime I will be working on taking good care of my mental and physical health as I prepare for whatever comes next.

Telling people this news has been more draining and difficult than I anticipated. It has also made it clear that we have a wonderful network of support. I promise we will reach out when we need you. I can feel everyone's hugs, even those coming from far away.