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@shesmikey

Yes I believe it's a mass. I had gone in for my bloating, hoping they'd drain, but they'll only drain if I'm in liver failure. I was supposed to be having a hysterectomy Tuesday but my Dr called me in to tell me all that is off the table. So this is strictly exploratory/biopsy.

More than anything, I wish my mom would've wanted to be by my side throughout this, but she won't. I have a severe autistic teenage son with extreme behavior and she is scared to death of him. Luckily, I have a friend taking two days off work for me, but other than that, it's just me and my son.

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I am glad you have a friend supporting you. I always write down all of my questions in advance and my caregiver would actually record the answers from my gyn/onc surgeon or oncologist so I could just listen. Admittedly, it is very hard to stay calm under the circumstances so it really helps to have another set of ears. After the appointment I could review all of the information that had been provided. I could then make decisions when I could think more clearly.