TAKE THE PRESSURE, USE THE PRESSURE, HAVE FUN
Hello out there,
Is anyone reading this, are you under pressure? With the way the new norm is turning out, I feel there are more people experiencing pressure than before. I personally feel that pressure can be controlled with facts and knowledge.
Dan and I are first to educate ourselves on new ways, like yesterdays topic going out of our comfort zone.
Like this saying state: It is normal, to have pressure. It's how you respond. Take the pressure, use the pressure, have fun.
Its Cold Outside🧥🧤🧣
Is it spring, or what 49 degrees 🌼
So, for Dan and I being hunkered down for 57 days they may be some pressure of uncertainty; however, we are keeping things fun.
I wrote this piece several years ago, its one of the most popular go to articles. I have many women that are grateful for this post. Some had no idea and others knew just what I was talking about. From this post I had some that thanked me; for the pressure was off of them. They knew before the procedure and opted not to have the biopsy. Others; that already had the procedure and now experience side effects, wished that they had read this article before.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Breast Biopsy Marker Clip
Since my biopsy I have some concerns. One concern that haunts me is the clips that they inserted in my breast. I have talked to some people and did some research and have gotten different answers. I even spoke to one woman that just found out that she will need a biopsy and was told that she would be having a clip placed in her. She advised that she did not want this and was told that they would not be able to do the procedure unless a clip was placed in the area of concern.
The answer was it was their policy. Is this right, and should they tell us that we cannot have a procedure if we do not have a marker to label the area.
I have done some research and, in the findings, below you will see that this procedure is being done quite often and is very profitable. Should this be done and are there side effects? According to the material I found from the medical media, there are no side effects. However, if you google it, you will see that there are women that have expressed that there are side effects. So, women when it comes time for you to have a biopsy of the breast DO YOUR RESEARCH before having it done. Ask questions; after all it is your body.
Marker clips used for breast biopsies are made of titanium or surgical stainless steel and are about 2 millimeters in size. When the radiologist or surgeon feels a marker should be used, they are inserted at the end of breast core or needle biopsy procedures to mark the site of the biopsy for later reference. This is an important step to take since most abnormalities biopsied are small or subtle and can become extremely difficult or impossible to identify after a core biopsy procedure.
When a biopsy result is abnormal and an excision or lumpectomy is necessary, the marker clip allows accurate localization of the abnormal site for removal so that as little tissue as necessary is removed while optimizing the chance of clear margins.
Most patients have normal (benign) results from these types of biopsy, however the presence of the marker is very reassuring when seen on follow-up mammograms; it shows exactly where the area was biopsied. This avoids confusion in interpretation of follow-up mammograms and can prevent the need for future biopsies in that same area.
The marker is safe; sensitivity to the material is very rare. In general women cannot feel the clip. They do not set off airport detectors and do not cause interference problems in MRI.
Each tissue marker is only 3mm (less than 1/8") in size. A breast tissue marker is placed after a breast biopsy to help locate the site for future reference.
During your breast biopsy procedure most of the lesion may have been removed and could potentially be difficult to locate after the biopsy.
Therefore, it has become standard practice for a physician to place a breast tissue marker at the site of the biopsy for future reference. Marking the site also helps to ensure that the correct area was biopsied.
The markers are made of materials that will show up on your follow-up
mammogram. The presence of the marker can be very reassuring when seen on follow-up mammograms because it shows exactly where the area was biopsied.
This can prevent the need for future biopsies in that same area.
UltraClip®Breast Tissue Markers Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is the marker safe?
A. Yes, the marker has been tested and proven to be
safe and effective.
Q. Will the marker set off metal detectors at the airport?
A. No, the marker is only 3mm in size and will not set off metal detectors.
Q. Will I feel the marker?
A. The marker is only 3mm in size and it is unlikely that you will feel the marker.
Q. Will the marker move around?
A. Once the marker is placed, it is unlikely that the marker will move. The
markers are designed to attach to breast tissue and prevent migration.
The marker will not travel to other parts of the body.
Q. Will I be able to have an MRI procedure?
A. Yes, the marker can be safely scanned with MRI under appropriate
conditions. Notify the physician performing the MRI that you have a
breast tissue marker implant.
Q. How does the marker get removed from my breast?
A. The marker is designed to stay permanently in your breast. The marker
will only be removed if your lesion is surgically removed.
Q. Am I getting a marker because I have cancer?
A. No, the marker is intended to identify the site of your biopsy. The
marker helps confirm the correct area was biopsied.
Q. Who should I contact if I have additional questions?
A. Please consult with your physician if you have additional questions or concerns
Stereotactic breast biopsy is growing at a rate of 25% per year. Over 370,000 clips were deployed in the US last year. This simple elegant biodegradable marker will attract a considerable share of this rapidly growing market.
Most Valuable Possession ⌛❣️⏳
Good morning Wednesday 🌞 Love ❤️ and time are the most valuable possession you can share⌛⏲️⏳
I as of today, still have these clips in my breast. Its been nearly ten years and I’m one of the lucky ones for I do not experience any discomfort.
My findings to you, is do not be under pressure and research before having a biopsy of the breast.
Pressure can burst a pipe or pressure can make a diamond. Robert Horry
The key to staying calm under pressure is found in our brain. If we can train our brain to be our ally, instead of our foe when stressed, we will be able to stay calm under pressure.
Here are ten effective behaviors that will train your brain to help you stay calm under pressure:
Be Grateful!
Think Positively.
Go off the Grid.
Get Sleep.
Be Active.
Practice Meditation.
Don’t Play the Victim.
Eat Healthy.
Breathe Fully.
Keep it All in Perspective
And when the pressure was on us, the team handled it very well. One has to learn to play well under pressure. Imran Khan
Until tomorrow - Remember with everything that has happened to you, you can either feel sorry for yourself or treat what has happened as a gift. Everything is either an opportunity to grow or an obstacle to keep you from growing. You get to choose.
Tomorrow’s blog is on ATTITUDE.
