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hulahoop · Mar 16th, 2009, 09:56 AM

^^^ not soon enough (to both!)

LovinMyMulberry · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:02 AM

Best of luck with all the results ladies. It can be quite stressful, eh?

I had a lump just by my right boob tested last year & the wait was awful. I didnt tell any of my family as I didnt want them to worry, so it made it all the worse really.

I have a smear test a week tomorrow. I dont mind having them done really. Ive had dodgy results a couple of times & ended up at the colposcopy clinic, legs akimbo .. but Jade's plight just goes to show that, even though it's embarrassing, it is completely essential that women have them done. I get reminder letters from my GP about my smears & I always try to book in asap once I get the letter. Had to wait this time for "aunt flo"

Im not a massive fan of Jade .. not because I dislike her, I am just indifferent really - never been a fan of Big Brother, so didnt pay much attention to her to be honest ... but it is heartbreaking. Im sitting here wondering when an announcement will be made. Sadly I think it will be soon. Her poor family & those poor boys. Just doesnt bear thinking about.

Despite all this .. my business partner won't have a smear done - says she "doesnt need one"

hulahoop · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:05 AM

Originally Posted by LovinMyMulberry

Best of luck with all the results ladies. It can be quite stressful, eh?

I had a lump just by my right boob tested last year & the wait was awful. I didnt tell any of my family as I didnt want them to worry, so it made it all the worse really.

I have a smear test a week tomorrow. I dont mind having them done really. Ive had dodgy results a couple of times & ended up at the colposcopy clinic, legs akimbo .. but Jade's plight just goes to show that, even though it's embarrassing, it is completely essential that women have them done. I get reminder letters from my GP about my smears & I always try to book in asap once I get the letter. Had to wait this time for "aunt flo"

Im not a massive fan of Jade .. not because I dislike her, I am just indifferent really - never been a fan of Big Brother, so didnt pay much attention to her to be honest ... but it is heartbreaking. Im sitting here wondering when an announcement will be made. Sadly I think it will be soon. Her poor family & those poor boys. Just doesnt bear thinking about.

Despite all this .. my business partner won't have a smear done - says she "doesnt need one"

Frightening!

I have met a lot of patients who had no idea they had cancer until it was too late... they have gone home with weeks to live

LovinMyMulberry · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:09 AM

That is just so sad. I cant even begin to imagine how that must feel & I hope to goodness that I NEVER find out.

The crazy thing is, that two members of her family (at least two!) have died from cancer .. & still she thinks she doesnt need to have one. I went on at her about it but she just had a go at me, so Im not saying it again. I know I should keep on, but she is so bloody minded. What more can I do?!?!

Ali-bagpuss · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:14 AM

Originally Posted by LovinMyMulberry

That is just so sad. I cant even begin to imagine how that must feel & I hope to goodness that I NEVER find out.

The crazy thing is, that two members of her family (at least two!) have died from cancer .. & still she thinks she doesnt need to have one. I went on at her about it but she just had a go at me, so Im not saying it again. I know I should keep on, but she is so bloody minded. What more can I do?!?!

Maybe, due to those family members having cancer, she just doesn't want to know if she has it or not. I've heard of that before, where family have had a history of breast cancer but 1 member of the family won't get looked at because she was frightened that she might have it and decided she was better off not knowing!!!

There is nothing you can do really except hope for the best!

LovinMyMulberry · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:17 AM

Originally Posted by Ali-bagpuss

Maybe, due to those family members having cancer, she just doesn't want to know if she has it or not. I've heard of that before, where family have had a history of breast cancer but 1 member of the family won't get looked at because she was frightened that she might have it and decided she was better off not knowing!!!

There is nothing you can do really except hope for the best!

I did think that was perhaps the case & mentioned it to her. She said its not that - she just doesnt see why she has to have one. She is quite forward & if that was the case, I know she would def have told me. She just thinks that she doesnt need one & that's it ... which is sad.

klp0213 · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:21 AM

Hula, what BE bag did you order?

LMM, it's a shame about your work colleague, but I admire your efforts to get her to get checked out. I guess you can't make someone do something they don't want to do. Based on her family history though, I just hope she sees sense at some point, before it's too late.

LovinMyMulberry · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:24 AM

Id like to think so klp, but I really dont think she will ... honestly.

She thinks Jade is stupid (her words) so that hasnt exactly inspired her to go along & get checked out either.

klp0213 · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:27 AM

Ah. Well, it's her body, her life, her decision.

ratrat · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:29 AM

OK (deep breath) can I come out? - I was saved by Hyginest at the Dentiist. She noticed little white patch on my tongue and insisted to refer me to specialist. I was so annoyed, I was busy with full time work jaggling with DD with nanny, didn't feel anything anyway...

But it turned out to be Cancer - major operation with skin graft followed by radiotherapy. Had 5years all clear last year end and that's why DH bought me Mulberry (my avatar) for Xmas present.

I never skip any checks/tests - I don't smoke, don't drink too much but you never know, life is unfair. I'm glad my DD still has mummy - I feel for Jade's boys.

So ladies, I don't mean to scare you but don't skip Dental check either, as well as smear test/mammography etc...! If you spot anything in your month not desappering longer than 3weeks, ask your dentist.

Knowing early never hurts more than knowing late.

LovinMyMulberry · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:34 AM

Originally Posted by klp0213

Ah. Well, it's her body, her life, her decision.

Indeed .. that is kinda how I look at it now.

LovinMyMulberry · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by ratrat

OK (deep breath) can I come out? - I was saved by Hyginest at the Dentiist. She noticed little white patch on my tongue and insisted to refer me to specialist. I was so annoyed, I was busy with full time work jaggling with DD with nanny, didn't feel anything anyway...

But it turned out to be Cancer - major operation with skin graft followed by radiotherapy. Had 5years all clear last year end and that's why DH bought me Mulberry (my avatar) for Xmas present.

I never skip any checks/tests - I don't smoke, don't drink too much but you never know, life is unfair. I'm glad my DD still has mummy - I feel for Jade's boys.

So ladies, I don't mean to scare you but don't skip Dental check either, as well as smear test/mammography etc...! If you spot anything in your month not desappering longer than 3weeks, ask your dentist.

Knowing early never hurts more than knowing late.

Oh ratrat .. what a huge shock that must have been for you .. & what a worry.

I am so glad you have come through it though .. & that your dentist was so observant.

*phew*

Just goes to show that you can never be too careful about things!!!

Flossie · Mar 16th, 2009, 10:54 AM

Ratrat , so pleased you got the all clear

ratrat · Mar 16th, 2009, 11:36 AM

LMM & Flossie
Many thanks for your comment - I am happy to be able to worry about Bags!! Lovely level to live on - donated on Red Nose day, just reminding myself about it.

Ali-bagpuss · Mar 16th, 2009, 12:16 PM

Originally Posted by ratrat

OK (deep breath) can I come out? - I was saved by Hyginest at the Dentiist. She noticed little white patch on my tongue and insisted to refer me to specialist. I was so annoyed, I was busy with full time work jaggling with DD with nanny, didn't feel anything anyway...

But it turned out to be Cancer - major operation with skin graft followed by radiotherapy. Had 5years all clear last year end and that's why DH bought me Mulberry (my avatar) for Xmas present.

I never skip any checks/tests - I don't smoke, don't drink too much but you never know, life is unfair. I'm glad my DD still has mummy - I feel for Jade's boys.

So ladies, I don't mean to scare you but don't skip Dental check either, as well as smear test/mammography etc...! If you spot anything in your month not desappering longer than 3weeks, ask your dentist.

Knowing early never hurts more than knowing late.

Oh I'm really, really sorry to hear what happened to you and I've so glad that you are all clear!

Mar 16th, 2009, 09:56 AM	#151
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Mar 16th, 2009, 10:02 AM	#152
LovinMyMulberry Mulberry Poppins Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Glasgow - Scotland Posts: 6,477	Best of luck with all the results ladies. It can be quite stressful, eh? I had a lump just by my right boob tested last year & the wait was awful. I didnt tell any of my family as I didnt want them to worry, so it made it all the worse really. I have a smear test a week tomorrow. I dont mind having them done really. Ive had dodgy results a couple of times & ended up at the colposcopy clinic, legs akimbo .. but Jade's plight just goes to show that, even though it's embarrassing, it is completely essential that women have them done. I get reminder letters from my GP about my smears & I always try to book in asap once I get the letter. Had to wait this time for "aunt flo" Im not a massive fan of Jade .. not because I dislike her, I am just indifferent really - never been a fan of Big Brother, so didnt pay much attention to her to be honest ... but it is heartbreaking. Im sitting here wondering when an announcement will be made. Sadly I think it will be soon. Her poor family & those poor boys. Just doesnt bear thinking about. Despite all this .. my business partner won't have a smear done - says she "doesnt need one"
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Mar 16th, 2009, 10:09 AM	#154
LovinMyMulberry Mulberry Poppins Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Glasgow - Scotland Posts: 6,477	That is just so sad. I cant even begin to imagine how that must feel & I hope to goodness that I NEVER find out. The crazy thing is, that two members of her family (at least two!) have died from cancer .. & still she thinks she doesnt need to have one. I went on at her about it but she just had a go at me, so Im not saying it again. I know I should keep on, but she is so bloody minded. What more can I do?!?!
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Mar 16th, 2009, 10:21 AM	#157
klp0213 Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 6,470	Hula, what BE bag did you order? LMM, it's a shame about your work colleague, but I admire your efforts to get her to get checked out. I guess you can't make someone do something they don't want to do. Based on her family history though, I just hope she sees sense at some point, before it's too late.
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Mar 16th, 2009, 10:24 AM	#158
LovinMyMulberry Mulberry Poppins Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Glasgow - Scotland Posts: 6,477	Id like to think so klp, but I really dont think she will ... honestly. She thinks Jade is stupid (her words) so that hasnt exactly inspired her to go along & get checked out either.
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Mar 16th, 2009, 10:27 AM	#159
klp0213 Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 6,470	Ah. Well, it's her body, her life, her decision.
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Mar 16th, 2009, 10:29 AM	#160
ratrat Member Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,776	OK (deep breath) can I come out? - I was saved by Hyginest at the Dentiist. She noticed little white patch on my tongue and insisted to refer me to specialist. I was so annoyed, I was busy with full time work jaggling with DD with nanny, didn't feel anything anyway... But it turned out to be Cancer - major operation with skin graft followed by radiotherapy. Had 5years all clear last year end and that's why DH bought me Mulberry (my avatar) for Xmas present. I never skip any checks/tests - I don't smoke, don't drink too much but you never know, life is unfair. I'm glad my DD still has mummy - I feel for Jade's boys. So ladies, I don't mean to scare you but don't skip Dental check either, as well as smear test/mammography etc...! If you spot anything in your month not desappering longer than 3weeks, ask your dentist. Knowing early never hurts more than knowing late.
ratrat Member Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,776	Last edited by ratrat; Mar 16th, 2009 at 10:34 AM.

Mar 16th, 2009, 10:54 AM	#163
Flossie Member Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 7,009	Ratrat , so pleased you got the all clear
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Mar 16th, 2009, 11:36 AM	#164
ratrat Member Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,776	LMM & Flossie Many thanks for your comment - I am happy to be able to worry about Bags!! Lovely level to live on - donated on Red Nose day, just reminding myself about it.
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