Mom's Post-Menopausal Breast Issues

[Bulan77]

Yesterday I could tell something was troubling my Mom, and with some prodding, she described some problems she was having in the area of her right breast:

- lumpiness (several small lumps about 1cm in size) between her breast and underarm; the same area on her left side does not have this lumpiness.

- occasional shooting pains from the lumpy spot down toward her nipple

- occasional nipple discharge (she can't see the colour, except that it doesn't look bloody)

- sore lymph nodes under her right arm

- pain in her upper right back


Other symptoms:

- soreness in her right groin lymph area

- a recent urine sample showed an elevated white blood cell count, so our doctor wants to check for a bladder infection.

- very slight UTI infection or bladder infection symptoms

All of these issues showed up within the last week. She's 62, and post-menopause. The only cancer that runs in the family is colon cancer.

Yes, we realize these are symptoms that must be checked immediately. Mom has an appointment with the doctor tomorrow.

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I've read online that most breast lumps and nipple discharge is not caused by cancer, and that there are several possible non-cancerous causes: bit.ly/1mOfe9F

If the worst case scenario happens to be true, I've also read that the prognosis for breast cancer is much better than other types of cancer: bit.ly/1jasq66

Naturally, though, I'm still very concerned. Can anyone provide advice about any of this from experience?

Also, is there anything specific she should mention to the doctor in tomorrow's appointment?

 

[Debby 24]

I do not have any advice only that I will be praying for you and your dear mum that the Lord will give her courage and strength and wisdom tomorrow and calm and peace, and for a miraculous healing from the Lord.

Isaiah 40 v 10 So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

 

[RuthD]

I'm praying for your mom. I don't have any advice. I am going through some breast changes. My doctor said they are age related she thinks. I'm going to have more tests. Hoping all the best for your mom.

 

[Bulan77]

Thank you, Debbie!

And thank you too, Ruth. Getting tested is always best, even if the chance of this being a serious problem is low. I hope your tests come back clear.

 

[brinny]

praying for you and yer mom (((hug)))

 

[DaisyDay]

I've read online that most breast lumps and nipple discharge is not caused by cancer, and that there are several possible non-cancerous causes: bit.ly/1mOfe9F

It probably is not cancer.

If the worst case scenario happens to be true, I've also read that the prognosis for breast cancer is much better than other types of cancer: bit.ly/1jasq66

Naturally, though, I'm still very concerned. Can anyone provide advice about any of this from experience?

It depends on the stage and grade of the cancer, but really, if you have to get cancer, this one isn't that bad. Usually the surgery doesn't involve internal organs or major muscles which means easier recovery. Much is known about the different kinds of BC, so treatment can be tailored to be most effective and least grueling.

Good luck to your mom. I hope it's not BC, but if it is, chances of recovery are really good statistically.

 

[RuthD]

My mom died of breast cancer so....

 

[brinny]

Ruth (((hug)))

 

[Bobinator]

I would highly recommend she ask her doctor about iodine, and getting a prescription for lugol's or nascent iodine.