Hormone Receptor Results
We finally got a call back from the surgeon, and here are the results:
Estrogen Receptor – Positive
Progesterone Receptor – Positive
Her2 Receptor – Positive
While we wanted Her2 to be negative, this is actually not bad according to the surgeon. Because Her2 is positive, she will need to have chemotherapy first instead of surgery. She will still have a double mastectomy and lymph node removal surgery, but that will happen several months from now most likely.
Chemo Details
She will be on two drugs, Herceptin and Perjeta. They are trying to get her scheduled to have her port for chemo put in tomorrow. This is a minor surgery, and it will be pretty painless from what I hear.
*A port is a small disc made of plastic or metal about the size of a quarter that sits just under the skin. A soft thin tube called a catheter connects the port to a large vein. The chemotherapy medications are given through a special needle that fits right into the port. You also can have blood drawn through the port.*
The doctor explained to her that she will be monitored closely throughout chemotherapy to see how she’s taking the medication. This medication is apparently very strong and will be really hard on her. I’ve googled the symptoms, and they pretty much cover every crappy thing you can experience, but hopefully her body will take it well. She’ll lose her hair in the next 2-3 weeks for sure. We’re going to wig shop this weekend, so I’ll likely have some funny pictures to post after that. 😉
She will do chemo for at least the next 4 months. We’re not really sure since we still don’t know exactly what we’re dealing with because she still has to do the staging studies scans (see last post).
Sadie’s Wedding
My sister is getting married on November 5th in Cancun, Mexico. I know a lot of you have been concerned about if mom will be able to make it. Dr. Clifford assures us that she will make it to the wedding and he’ll help her feel well to be there! She will be rocking a wig, but she’ll be there and will look fabulous as always (for real – her dress is gorg). We’re so grateful that she’ll be able to make it. She told the Dr. she was going to be there “come hell or high water”. I made sure with him that it would not in any way interfere with her care for her to go. 🙂
Still Waiting
We’re still waiting for the Dr.’s office to schedule the three scans she needs to have to determine what stage the cancer is. Hopefully she’ll get in for those soon (I called the office to be annoying nudge them along). Once she has the CT, MRI, and bone scan, the results will only take about a day to get to us. I’ll keep you all posted!
Thanks for the prayers and sweet messages. My mom really appreciates it!
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Here’s mom at the surgeon’s office yesterday in her cute paper shirt waiting for him to come in. We had a little fun with Snapchat. 😉 In these situations, you do what you can for a laugh!
Love y’all,
Sydnie
You got this ! Are friend Jan is going through the same thing right now, she lost her hair and bought her wigs to. Hate to here another friend is going through this. I just wonder why so common now a days? Well we will say prayers for you and just keep laughing about it!
Suzie Q will always look beautiful. I think we need a wig out party !!!
So glad you did this blog. It helps those of us praying for her (and the rest of you) to be updated as things progress. Praying that she has an easier time with the chemo than they anticipate. She has a great attitude and that will help a lot.
Only you 3 girls would make something like this funny!
You’re the best, thanks for the updates!
Sydnie, you are in big troub for posting that crazy snap pic young lady! And if you make me another Kale salad I’ll vom. It’s lettuce with thorns! But seriously though, you are so amazing. I am the luckiest mamma ever to have you and Sadie in my corner. I know I will have the best care ever during this stupid cancer BS. And I will owe you free babysitting for all of eternity!
Also, shout out to my family and friends. My amazing, supportive tribe. My heart is so full. So full.
Thanking God for you all.
Love you!
Suzi,
I adore your laughter and wonderful sense of humor! Keep it coming!
I will pray continually for your health my sweet friend. You got this! No way cancer is gonna win!
Love ya, marci Imel in Amarillo
I know with the beautiful, talented, amazing, and humorous daughters you were blessed with that have the same attitude and zest for life that you do, Suzi, you will kick this cancer laughing all the way! I’m inspired by you ALL and know that I can only hope that I act and react with such poise, dignity, and humor that you do, should I find myself in a similar situation. God bless you all and let’s kick some butt! ❤️
Love, Shell
This is amazing to be able to follow Suzi on her journey. I am sure I will laugh, cry, and pray each and every time I read and get caught up. God is good! Hang in there Suz! Hugs friend!
Suzi – I just love ya so much! You’re spirit is amazing & I believe, I know, you can Kick Cancers Ass!!
Surviver Gal is a great shop for wigs, ask for Suzette, she’s awesome. You can bring wine & cheese to your Wig Party!!!
I just love ya so much! Your beautiful inside & out and you’re ability to find the humor in everything is an inspiration to us all and Stupid Cancer has met its match in you sweet lady!!
When you go wig shopping Survivor Gal is an awesome store. Kathy Johnson is the manager and so nice and Suzette is wonderful.
Kathy – 972-599-7677 Suzette’s Cell – 972-342-1213
They’ll take great care of you!! You can bring wine & cheese in while you try on some fabulous new looks!! XOXOX
Cancer has finally met it’s match in you, chica! You have been, are, and always will be an angel and God takes care of your kind my friend! Your positive spirit, fight, determination, and your two amazing daughters will all help to whip this thing! Please know that Beth, me, and our kids have you in our prayers and thoughts Suz. Stay strong, keep smiling that million dollar smile….YOU GOT THIS!!!
Love Ya,
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I love the picture in the surgeon’s office. Awesome! Glad you can still be goofy, Suzi! It was nice to read up on your process. Good luck, honey. I’m sorry ahead of time for you feeling crappy! Yuck.
Suzanne I am praying for your recovery and no complications during this journey but a seamless process. My agency is praying for her too! You will be stunning in Mexico and come thru this as a bump in the road. Your mom told me of your strength. That is a blessing and will carry you! Thank you for the update. You all have been on my mind.
Sydnie you are doing an excellent job of being there for your mom. She is lucky you are by her side.
Blessings,