what is grade 3? 1)ductal carcinoma grade 3 with lymphatic invas.2)axillary node revaled metastatic
My sister is 40 years old, with 3 teenage children. She has had a long history of ovarian cyst since she was 16. At the age of 30 she was diagnosed with multiple fibroids in her uterus. The doctor recommended a hysterectomy to solve both her fibroid, and large ovarian cyst problems. However, a day ago my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer.
1), 2 lumps @ 1.5 invasive mass ductal carcinoma grade 3 with lymphatic invasion
2). 1 lump enlarged left auxiliary node revealed metastasis carcinoma
3). Pending further testing of the enlarged auxiliary node metastasis carcinoma
Hi Lauren. Ductal carcinoma is cancer that occurs in the milk ducts of the breast. It is described as invasive when it has infiltrated surrounding breast tissue. Grade 3 means that it is aggressive, which is why it has reached the lymph nodes in the armpit and is consistent with how breast cancer behaves in younger women. I would imagine her doctors will order scans of her brain, liver and bones to discover if there are any distant metastases - i.e cancer cells in other parts of her body. If they haven't done so, make sure she asks why. There will be lots of tests and they should be done without delay.
I would also expect that they will prescribe some aggressive treatment involving chemo, surgery and radiation. She has a tough few months ahead of her, but she will have your support and there are many other sources of support around from other women who have been through it. This website is excellent for that. You might like to suggest to her that she become involved here and help her find the time to do so by keeping an eye on her kids. Your help will be invaluable to her, but I know from experience that you really need to speak to other women who have been through breast cancer themselves.
My very best wishes and positive thoughts to you both.
Sue
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