Okay, it's not quite an absolute, because I still don't have the biopsy results. But the orthopedic surgeon who did the biopsy Friday said there is "zero chance" that the mass on my lower spine is benign; they just need to figure out exactly what it is.
Unfortunately that surgeon, whom I really liked so far, can't fit me into his schedule in a reasonable timeframe and said I should find someone else. So now I'm actually looking for spine specialist number three.
Aside from all the obvious fears regarding surgery and a life-threatening illness... A few of you know that I was raped / robbed / assaulted w/ a deadly weapon back in May. My PTSD was healing nicely, until this came up. Now it's been stirred up again big time.
I would really appreciate prayers from those of you who pray and good vibes or whatever from those of you who don't.
Unfortunately that surgeon, whom I really liked so far, can't fit me into his schedule in a reasonable timeframe and said I should find someone else. So now I'm actually looking for spine specialist number three.
Aside from all the obvious fears regarding surgery and a life-threatening illness... A few of you know that I was raped / robbed / assaulted w/ a deadly weapon back in May. My PTSD was healing nicely, until this came up. Now it's been stirred up again big time.
I would really appreciate prayers from those of you who pray and good vibes or whatever from those of you who don't.