[Becky]

I believe there is no easier way. In October I had a cyst and couldn't think of anything else until "cyst" was formally announced. I had even seen a Reiki specialist who told me to "not put my energy" where I didn't want or need it to be. Of course, regardless, she was right but it is way too difficult to do.

The only thing that does seem to help a bit is long walks by yourself. Exercise in general helps destress and if you take the walk where other people won't necessarily see the tears flow, then you can really kill two birds with one stone. Take a hanky or tissues. For me this helped because I didn't want my one child still at home (16) to needlessly worry until my results were conclusive (she figured something was wrong anyway).

I just don't see an easier way besides that (and having a couple of glasses of wine too). It is natural to go off the deep end. When you hit the ground, somehow, no matter what, you land on your feet and just keep going.

My thoughts and prayers are with you as I really understand what you are going through. Considering I still have both breasts, I wonder many times what to do with them (had digital mammo yesterday (routine) and all was fine but none-the-less). I will have all my fingers and toes crossed for you. Call your onc or surgeon to have them rush the results along. Call today so you don't have to wait any longer than necessary.

Hugs to you