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How Long Can You Wait From Diagnosis to Mastectomy for IDC?
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jun 8, 2025 | Replies (19)Comment receiving replies
I know all situations are different but the doctors know the urgency and perhaps you have a slow growing cancer. What is the grade of your DCIS. Not that I would encourage anyone to do this but I was diagnosed DCIS high grade 3 multi focal and all sorts. As I was taking care of my beloved mum and lost my dad too in the process I just could not do the surgery. I wanted to spend every moment with mum.. I was getting checks in between and they would still show dCis but when I finally had surgery which was April 8 exactly 2 years later from diagnosis I was stage 1. Still considered early stage, no lymph nodes involved and had clear margins.. doing just 4 rounds of chemo due to high oncotype. So as long as they know it's worth waiting for a great surgeon which is also what I did. Also I remember one surgeon saying dCis is usually 90 days from diagnosis that it would need to be taken care of.
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My journey is just “beginning”—kinda. I actually had a fairly large (small egg) sized lump over a year ago. Had mammo but had to fight 2-3 weeks for sonogram. Was told “nothing to worry about”. I was so relieved as I was already a survivor from over 20 years before. Fast forward to February this year and ER Dr tells me I have endometriosis following chest/pelvic scan for pneumonia! Three months later I finally see ob/Gyn and she casually asks if I am having mammo—so then offers to do breast exam. From moment she touched and felt the lump I saw the concern in her face. Now 3 weeks later I’ve had all kinds of scans and biopsy which I’m told is invasive lobular carcinoma and going to see surgeon next week! Only positive I’ve heard was the chest/pelvic scan says it has not metasticized. Having breast MRI on Monday and see surgeon for consult for mastectomy. The emotions/stress/worry are awful although I was relieved with it not showing signs of spreading. I’m more than angry that a biopsy was not ordered a year ago! Trying to stay upbeat knowing I’m in God’s hands. Hospital in my town is suffering financially and there are no surgeons for me here so have to drive 90 miles for surgeon. Wishing all healing prayers.
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Wow! I am so touched by your moving story with love, @prc73 ! Thanks for sharing your experience to encourage & inspire us all!
Best wishes to all on the journey ahead!