Post biopsy update after PS delay

 Hi Everyone
I just wanted to post an update after sharing the events that led to my delay in surgery.
I had a core breast biopsy last week (what a crazy procedure --you lean on a table and your boob goes through a hole...) The biopsy found atypical cells so now I have to go for a surgical consult and have an excisional biopsy -- i.e. they cut it out to look to see if there is any cancer.  The odds are 80 percent in my favor, but given stuff lately I am  bit fearful I must admit.
In addition to the breast issue, the bloodwork showed incredibly high Lipase levels --420 when the norm is 60 or something. Lipase is secreted by the pancreas and when this is happening you don't absorb fats properly I think and it indicates something is up. It can be pancreatitus, gall bladder, reaction to some drug, pancreatic cancer (ugh).   I am going to a bariatric surgeon nearby to see if it can be associated with the sleeve and probably need a CAT scan.  Also a bit of a cause for anxiety.
  Looking for benign causes of this raised lipase I have come across some interesting tidbits that I thought I should share..simply, NEXIUM can cause pancreatitus.  I am hoping that is the cause. 

While I am kvetching, I should mention that I found out two weeks ago that my first boyfriend after final separation from my husband gave me HERPES. He didn't know he had it and in fact is in the process of getting a blood test now as a result. I did find that Herpes can cause Pancreatitus too, so maybe that  is it. 

Then! Last, it looks like that boyfriend and I seem to be in the midst of a silent breakup...I was too "heavy" emotionally evidently, he is too insensitive in my book. But shoot, it is bad bad timing.

Jeez what a month.

I can post a positive message too -- about great, great reactions to my weight loss --really jaw-dropping, by those around me, but that should be separate I think. 

Anyhow, wish me luck as I seem to really need it. 

Wow that is a lot to have to deal with.  I will be keeping my fingers crossed for you.  I hope it all turns out to be benign and that you have no serious issues with your pancreas.

Red

Well, I was commiserate with you, that was definitely a ****ty day in anyone's book!!!!!  Good luck on the breast biopsy, I know you won't rest easy until that one is over.  I hadn't heard about the different causes of increased Lipase levels but I am a nurse and will look in my journels and see if I can find anything!!!!  I know Nexium, Prilosec, etc... can have long term detrimental effects, I took mine only as long as I had to and then learned to avoid foods that cause me issues. 

About men, the silent breakup means he blames you!   No matter when they are 100% at fault, men (sorry guys) always blame you!!!!  Don't feel bad about him, move on with your journey and be confident the right one is out there somewhere if that is what you are looking for :) 

I hate it that your journey has been delayed  but I am thankful that they are discovering these things now so that you can deal with them and be totally healthy/healed for your plastics!  Keep the rants coming, it probably helps to have an outlet!!!!

Robin

Gee Whiz sure sorry you having so much to deal with.  Take care of your health issues first, the plastics can wait until you get the "all clear"....you get there soon.

Best wishes with the healthy stuff and the boyfriend stuff (hopefully he'll come to his senses....if that's what you want).

Will be thinking of you....sending good vibes your way.
Post often to let us know how you are doing.

Sorry for all your issues but glad your mammogram turned up the spot and it's now being treated !  I removed what mamography said was a "benign" spot during a routine breast lift about 6 months ago and we turned up an early cancer once it was taken to the lab !

As you mentioned, it's also good to see your PS in on top of things !

Lipase elevation can be cause by many things, most benign, assuming you are feeling OK !

Keep us posted, and all my hopes for this last phase of your journey.

I'm so sorry that you are going through all of this. My sister just went through the same exact thing with her breast and thank God it was benign. I will be praying for all things to come out well and for you to have peace and strength. God bless and take care.

Thank you everyone for your good wishes and open hearts.
It is indeed helpful to have a place to lay this stuff down -- to vent. 
When a friend started complaining about my kids' intractable behavior (both have medicated ADHD and one LD), i swear I almost had a panic attack with the addition of another worry to deal with (i.e. would she stop hanging out with me because the kids are hard to manage? can I do a better job with them? How can I find the energy and heart to work on this ongoing issue right now?)
You know you are just holding on when the addition of one thing ]almost tips you over. 
I took a half a klonopin and mellowed out. (god bless pharmaceuticals sometimes! : )
So your kind words and thoughts are heard and are helpful -- I need to stay focused and strong. After all, most of this is just the possibility of bad things, not the bad things themselves. Don't borrow trouble, as my mom says.  It's just the disruption of schedule and the sheer number of things, I think, that is rocking my boat.
I keep wondering what karma I built up to get to this place. LOL.
I am sure I will learn to use it to grow but at this moment I just gotta keep calm.
On the good side, someone mistook me for 29 years old Friday (I am 46!) and a 23 year old tried to pick me up. How's that for improvement? Crazy.  That and no one in my neighborhood recognizes me, literally. They walk right past me and look at me puzzled when I say hello. I have to say, "it's Jenny!"  Good ego boost.  I'll try to focus on that stuff.
Hugs to all.
Jenny

Jenny,
So glad to see you post - I've been wondering what was happening but didn't want to push. I know you are feeling the negative side of all this but I believe everything happens for a reason and the reason is often ultimately for the good.

One of the good things I see already is that you are getting a good look at BF and seeing his shallowness before you have made any long term committments.

You will come through this an even stronger person. I'm here for you, we all are, just reach out.
Barb

 Thanks Barb! Never worry about pushing. You are very kind.
Yes, bf is not ideal. I am enjoy him in some ways though --yes, those  (LOL) 
It's new for me - dating - and so odd to find someone who has great, admirable qualities in some respects and really disappoints in others. I am not running to cut stuff off  - the drama seems unnecessary - but imagine it will peter out.  It's hard though -- not to hang on.  I do think I need to grow a bit on my own- independent of any large commitment. Ending a romance of 23 years is a big life change.