Test Results and Surgery Prep

Today we got back the results of the PET scan. On a PET scan they inject a radioactive material that bonds with the abnormal cells (ie the cancer) and shows on the scan anywhere in the body where the cancer is located. The scan showed that the cancer has not spread anywhere else in the body and is only located in my breast. This is an incredible blessing from God.

Tomorrow is my first surgery. They will be going in and inserting the port for my chemo injections. The surgery is considered minor and will be done under twilight anesthesia so I won't be fully asleep. It takes about 30-45 minutes to complete. Afterwards I'll be sent home with a little bit of pain medicine. I've taken the whole day off from work to recoup. If I feel well enough tomorrow afternoon I'll go get some turbans and scarves for my head and look at a few wigs. I'm a bit excited about that part. Its kind of fun to see the new looks the wigs provide.

I'm not scared about the surgery. I have a great surgeon and know I'm in good hands. We should be home well before noon, and I'll get to take a while and rest.