Tumor Removal: 1 Year Later | Surgery Vlog & Fibroadenoma Overview

[@Mia444]

Phew, I'm glad it wasn't worse. I have a fibroadenoma but it's small so they left it in. I've had it for at least 10 years. To anyone reading this, please get your regular screenings. I was just diagnosed with colon cancer last week and I had no symptoms. It was only discovered thru a colonoscopy. Surgery awaits me, and God knows what else, so please get those tests done. Be well, everyone.

[@1953Nan]

I pray that your surgery will be a complete success! ❤❤

[@Mia444]

@@1953Nan Thank you, kind stranger! 🙏🏻

[@annt7384]

Oh, so sorry to hear about your surgery, but so, so glad you got a screening and caught it when you did. I’ve had about 4-5 colonoscopies so far since it runs in my family, and since I have a tortuous colon -which is an actual and not made-up medical term! - which is long and twisty, they give me the really good drugs. So there’s that. And you get free socks. And heated blankets! I really hope you are recovering well and tolerating any post surgical treatments.

[@juttam5215]

I had breast cancer 2 years ago. I got surgery and therapie. I am fine. My boyfriend left me the day I was diagnosed. It was hard. 1 year later I found my Love and I am healthy and very happy. Sending love from Germany

[@DeeLite220]

Im told that’s common. My husband started cheating after I was diagnosed (not breast). We divorced two years later.

[@kamakshikaul]

that looser didnot deserve you

[@singularityapricot2297]

I’m glad you’ve shared your story. I have the exact same thing but it’s under 2 cm. My mom died due to breast cancer at 35. So when I found out I had an unusual lump I panicked 💀 So girls, ladies, anyone really, schedule yearly appointments with your doctor, your health is important!

[@mads2174]

Cassie, your hair is marvelous! You’re glowing and it makes my heart happy :)

[@quackquack185]

You look so good today! Loving the hair too! Thank you for sharing your story ❤

[@amymac41890]

I agree! She looks gorgeous! glowing!

[@joannerudolph5028]

I agree with both of you! Her hair looks beautiful

[@thriftthick]

Thank you all so much, that's very kind 😊 ❤

[@carolynbrown4720]

I love your long hair and not put up with the little ringlets. You look so good like this!

[@CLJ9000]

Don't cut it

[@rachiebaby5716]

Cassie this is a REALLY important video. You've gone through a scare, you're a young woman that has a big audience. I'm so glad you've posted this. Lots of gals might not even know the basics...to check and go get it checked. Thanks for being brave and sharing, I'm so very glad it was not the big C. Lots of love and strength to you. Love from Rachel xxxx

[@sylviaamoedo733]

Hi Cassie, I just had all of my breast milk ducks removed. I found a huge lump on New Year’s Eve in my breast. I have a very strong breast cancer history. My sister had breast cancer at age 39. Long story short the lump was actually cyst, but then they found three tiny areas of concern. The doctor removed the entire duct and a bit of my nipple and turned out to be non-cancerous at this stage. I do understand how you felt. The recovery is a little painful extraordinarily itchy, but I’m so glad I did it. I’m 48 years old. it’s so important that we know our bodies, and when something doesn’t look right, we get it checked out. Thank you for telling your story. ❤❤

[@laineybugger]

Hope you are healing well! I also had a total ductectomy but mine was cancer so they had to go back in and take more out along with some lymph nodes.

[@sylviaamoedo733]

@@laineybugger I’m sorry to hear that I’m healing but it’s slow surgery was 3 weeks ago. I hope you’re doing ok sending you only positive thoughts and prayers x

[@rosielarson4478]

Wow, how generous of you to be so informative. I’m happy you’re healthy 😊

[@cosmicwhispers]

I had the same thing two years ago. The sheer terror of finding a mass, the mass growing, the biopsy, and then the surgery was such a whirlwind of emotions. I like you, didn’t know a lot and assumed all limps are bad lumps. We live and learn my friend. Happy all went well. Thank you for sharing your story. Had I seen a video like this beforehand, I would have been less terrified and had a better idea of what to expect.❤

[@thriftthick]

It really is nice to know we're not alone in these experiences!! ❤

[@andreasantoro6292]

I’m really glad you’re okay, Cassie! I have a long family history of breast and reproductive cancers, and I lost my mom to breast cancer almost 3 years ago. I’m glad you decided to make this video; it’s an important reminder that cancer can potentially strike at any age, and to be diligent about getting things checked out. Sending love to anyone who’s been through health issues with themselves and/or a loved one. ❤

[@mamasita_]

thank you for sharing cassie! i understand you don’t think this is “serious” but it definitely helps as a reminder and for us to educate ourselves more. glad to hear you’re well! and once again, thank you for sharing!!🤍

[@2102mandaod]

I’m so glad you got the all clear Cassie. ❤ I was treated for stage 3 breast cancer last November & can honestly say that my diagnosis was not what I thought typical for the illness. Firstly it was my “good breast” that became red & inflamed over night. I was referred to the breast clinic straight away where they discovered that I had cancer on the other breast. It didn’t feel like I thought it would. It just felt like a thicker breast tissue. It felt fibrous not like I expected it. I don’t have breast cancer in my direct family so it was a shock. Fighting fit now but I would just say if anyone has any changes to the norm then please don’t hesitate 🥰

[@thriftthick]

Thank you for sharing your story and congrats on making it through your illness!! I can't even imagine how hard that must have been; you're clearly a fighter 💪💖

[@phlebotnum]

I had two non-cancerous breast tumors in my 30s, one at 32 and one at 37. The first was a fibroadenoma and the other was intraductal papilloma. Both were removed for biopsy purposes and totally benign. I'd never heard of either of them before my 30s, so I think it's great that you are sharing this more widely! Something to watch out for and not something we hear about much before it happens.

[@symanthar.3314]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so glad it wasn’t more serious! By the way, your hair looks great in this video! 😊

[@dwillardo6119]

Cassie, I’ve watched you forever and I am relieved and happy to hear all is well!! You’re doing a good thing in sharing your story. Take care of yourself and remember we love you! 🩷😊

[@meganwalsh7135]

Glad to hear you're in good health! Also your hair is looking lovely 😊

[@autumnmabis6998]

"He's so funny. He doesn't cook." 😂

[@cellphone3041]

Off topic but your hair's looking fantastic 👩‍🦱

[@gamaw5247]

I had the same thought!😊

[@jenandtoniq]

What are you doing differently? The curls looks boingier

[@evangelunar]

hey cassie - thank you so friggin much for sharing and i'm so glad you're doing well now. this IS going to help someone, whether immediately or 5 years down the road when someone receives this as an actual or potential diagnosis and searches for something, some answers, or someone who they can relate to. with little education about it, having no idea what it is or means or if they should worry or not. hearing your story will help. again, thank you. i also just want to add that (as many of us do) the suckiness of comparing a benign tumour to the big C, and therefore second-guessing whether to share it with close ones or speaking about it to others only *because* it's not "as bad" as the C. it sucks that, because it's not "worst-case scenario", you, me, we - as a society, questions whether we should talk, worry, or share the diagnosis or experience with others. !!of course - we all know cancer sucks, it has effected probably every single person one way or another, but that doesn't diminish or erase your very valid health worry, anxiety, journey, diagnosis and recovery in any way. i hope i've articulated what i'm trying to say correctly. cancer sucks. tumours suck. health problems at all levels of "severity" suck. and it's okay to express how much it sucks, without comparing it to other things which also suck. please speak about it. sharing IS caring, and sharing your experience, journey and story will help others. cassie - i was first there to watch your dermatillomania story. i had never heard of it before, but you sharing that, and educating me that is was *a thing* helped me so much. this will do the same. thank you again.💜

[@reneefalkum-youngberg2536]

Wow, I am proud of you. that you were able to share your story. That takes a lot of guts. Glad that your biopsy came back benign. You are looking good.

[@jessicasprague51]

Im so happy youre okay Cassie. Very important video - always get your checkups and exams! They are so so so so imprtant. They caught my moms aggressive colorectal cancer just in time, and she received surgery, chemo, and radiation and is still with us alive snd well because she went to her appointment!!! Always promise yourselves to never push a routine test off, you never know how important it could be. Missed your voice Cassie! I often would fall asleep into my naps while listening to your videos ❤

[@debbie4101]

I think it's great that you did this video. I had never heard of these tumors. It's good that now more people are educated and won't freak out.

[@amymac41890]

Wow! I haven’t watched the video past the intro yet- however- you look absolutely GORGEOUS!

[@carolynbrown4720]

Not a silly video at all! You have educated a lot of us on this, thank you so much for posting this! It is important, and not TMI. Thank you for sharing! And your mom is adorable, I love how she takes care of you!

[@markcharcas2293]

Thank you for sharing yourself and your story like this. I’m really glad to hear you’re doing well and it’s not malignant. My mom was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer back in 2013 and by that time it had metastasized to everywhere in her body. It was likely breast cancer that became bone cancer. She never liked going to the doctor but she said she had wished she did earlier to catch it. She lived for another 7 years with different treatments and doctors were shocked she lived as long as she did considering it had moved into her brain as well. That last year, year 7, she stopped treatments and passed at the beginning of January 2020. It was an emotional ride for the family. Hearing your story though, it’s nice to know you were able and willing to go to the doctor. Much love. ❤️

[@marljusweety]

Added tip for anyone: I had a cyst in the wall of my uterus for 6 years. Why? Because cysts can, in some cases, go through cycles of emptying and filling up with liquids. If you go to your doctor because of severe pain, but feel fine on the day they do an ultrasound or scan, and the images look fine, you might want to ask for additional scans. My ultrasound looked fine at 14-15 years old, but on a routine scan 5 years later they found a cyst approx. 10 cm in diameter. And my gynecologist confirmed it was the thing causing me pain all those years. After removing it I never had problems again. Hardly even needed pain meds during my periods ever since.

[@Jonannasplit]

Thank you for sharing your story! I’m glad it wasn’t something more serious and was a pretty smooth process for you.

[@mamma_G]

Cass i love how positive you are during your surgery you and your momma have a wonderful relationship

[@Sindri27]

I think its helpful to talk about this. Finding lumps in our breast can be very scary and this will help alot of people know more of what kinds of lumps show up that aren't cancerous. Im glad your tumor wasn't cancerous and you are healthy.

[@HighFaeofWhiteWine]

I had a fibroadenoma at 19. Super scary to find and such a scary in-between time when you are trying to learn what it is. Happy you are healthy. ❤

[@Maarrriiiiiii]

Cassie THANK YOU!!!! Thank you for sharing this. It really does ease my worries around getting surgery because like you said no matter what getting surgery can just be so nerve wracking and I just so appreciate you sharing your experience and sharing some footage it just gave me a breath of fresh air like ugh thank you 💗

[@kathydavidson9972]

Glad everything turned out alright. Just a note though, in the beginning of the video you said “benign breast cancer”. There is no such thing. Breast “cancer” is always malignant. Benign tumors/growths in the breast is very common but not cancerous.

[@thriftthick]

Thank you for the correction, I guess it just goes to show that my brain associates all breast tumors with cancer... even though I had a non-cancerous breast tumor myself! 😅

[@beth8081]

Went through it myself in October 2023. Granted I have ten years on you and was freaked out for two weeks waiting on results. Met a 93 year old woman in the waiting room that was having her 9th biopsy. 😮

[@michellemccallister6779]

Cassie, Thank you so much for telling us your story. I for one really needed to hear it. I will be calling my dr tomorrow. I have so scared.

[@thriftthick]

Wishing you all the best ❤

[@Anonymo248]

Thanks for sharing, glad you got the all clear. Always better to get checked - it's too easy to take a clean bill of health for granted and feel invincible. You never know what's going on in your body without checking, taking note of the change and seeing a Dr.

[@PuddleOfDucks]

Oh! I had a fibroadenoma a few years back. Also scared the heck out of me, but was an easy fix that wasn't out of the norm for a woman to have. Very happy yours was easy to treat!

[@newlife8610]

How come Dan didn’t find it & mention it to you?

[@autumnmabis6998]

Wow, I really learned a lot from this video. Thank you for sharing your story and so much good medical info. I'm glad you're ok! Oh, and your hair is gorgeous today! 😍

[@kimc555]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so grateful everything was fine

[@At0micAllison]

Thank you for sharing your experience, Cassie! I found a lump (which turned out to be a cyst) and my stomach instantly dropped through the floor. I called my dr’s office that night and left a message, and had an appointment just a few days later (which resulted in a physical examination and a referral for an imaging appointment just 2 weeks later). I rushed that first appointment because I felt similarly that I didn’t want to worry my family members unnecessarily, but I also didn’t want to worry myself by keeping it secret for a prolonged period of time. I’m glad everything turned out okay for us both!

[@astrii5975]

Thank you for making this video! Breast cancer runs in my family as well, and I do routine checks fairy often. I had NO idea that these type of tumors existed until now. I've never had a lump in my breast but knowing this information really helps me out to know what to look for in the future if I ever (hopefully never) do get one. Once again thank you for the informative video and I'm SO glad things went well for you :)

[@dianelee6434]

Cassie, I'm so glad you are okay. You are so beautiful!!!

[@gardenhappy4]

I know that you will help someone else with this information. Thank you! By the way, you did a nice job explaining things, and the pop-up visuals were helpful.

[@pattyosgood5821]

I went through something very similar last year and it is so scary. Mine was also a Fibroadenoma but not as large as yours. They sent me for mammogram and ultrasound and they ended up finding 2 Fibroadenomas and said I have very dense breasts. Mine were much smaller so I go back in April for another mammogram and ultrasound to check to see if they’re growing and if anything needs to be done about them. It’s very scary. Ty for making this video. ❤️💙 I’m so glad everything turned out good for you.

[@taylorsmith8460]

My brain makes everything scarier too. I’d also never heard of this. Thank you for this video!

[@DeadGirl-oz3vl]

So glad you're in the clear! I've watched you for years and know the worry wort in you must have made it so hard to wait for those results especially with it being in your family. But honestly, I think even without it being in your family most people would have been scared. There is no cancer in my family on either side of my mom, but she worked on Camp Lejeune for many years and now is fighting two separate cancers on the dirty water list from there. One cancer center refused her treatment due to her age and wanted to put her on hospice😢 I took her to a Cancer Research Hospital who agreed treatment and after 3 months of chemo and radiation the lung tumor is gone and pills have shrunk the breast tumor. They wanted to work on the most aggressive cancer first so in a few weeks if the lung tumor hasn't come back then they will work on breast cancee. No one in my family as ever had cancer so it wasn't on our radar so Im totally devastated that her work environment may be the cause. She is in the lawsuit that's been in the news around here. Sorry for the rant. When I saw your thumbnail my heart dropped so im so glad for the good news. Please ask your Dr to get the test to see if you're at risk for developing breast cancer. Since it runs in your family, it should be covered😊 I had to come back and say after finishing watching that your hair looks so good. Ive been silently wishing you wouldn't comb out your curls and let them curl on their own ❤ I have the same hair and it's a no no for me to brush my hair after it dries 😂 Hair product, wide tooth comb and leave it alone.

[@noodlegirl55]

Thanks for sharing! I had a similar experience to you in 2018, I was 29. Mine was benign and small enough that we didn’t do surgery. We just did six month follow-up to make sure it hadn’t grown. So far each obgyn appt I’ve had no change for the worse, but that week of waiting for results was horrible!

[@retrogradepink]

thank you for making this video! it's so good to be reminded that not every lump and bump = doom!

[@kimbasciano_]

So glad you’re okay. I had no idea about fibroadenomas. Breast cancer runs in my family as well I’m glad you had a good experience in the hospital & that all went well! ❤

[@syster3746]

So glad to hear that you are ok. Hopefully you never get a scare like this again❤

[@tajalevy6830]

You look great Cassie, thank you for sharing something so personal. I appreciate the information you provided . As a woman I had no idea of what lumps could possibly be cancerous or benign.

[@jenr.2664]

Thanks for sharing. I'm sure it wasn't easy. Just a good reminder for all of us to check ourselves regularly and also have regular doctor visits. 😊

[@naomiardys7530]

oh yeah this happened to me in high school. we ended up leaving it (even though it's like.... VERY large) just because it wasnt causing me any issues, being under my arm and pretty much hidden. been there for 15 years and no problems. i would love to get it removed but i can't pay for surgeries i don't really need lol. maybe someday.

[@sharonwilliamson7101]

I also had a benign fibroadenoma. Typically cancerous lumps are harder and don't move whereas adenomas are movable and softer. Also the location on the breast is important. Never wait to see a doctor! Better to find out as soon as possible because some cancers develop very fast!

[@kaydimarco2802]

You are so brave Cassie, thank you for talking about this!! I found a lump on my throat and have been putting it off I hate going to doctor, it’s just scary and it’s probably just a swollen lymph node but I feel like I should be able to make sure just in case, it’s been over a month and a half it still hurts and doesn’t go away. Thank you for sharing and appreciate your transparency when it comes to health.

[@1953Nan]

Please schedule a doctor’s appointment ASAP! Good luck ❤

[@jsmith3021]

I did the same for years and lived with cancer until I became pregnant, and my x-ray tech didn't take my word for it and called in a team. So I'm happy you went it!❤❤❤

[@ericakreiter5502]

I really appreciate all this information. I am always worried about this stuff. I’m glad you are ok!

[@themazchannel]

Isnt it awful that people feel like their story isnt important enough? :( Especially when you think of the all mundane stuff that gets covered on KZbin and gets thousands of comments. Ive just had a scare as well and felt the same posting about mine. Your story is important and i am glad you are ok. You have a lovely personality and smile x

[@sarahstroud6021]

Holy hair Cassie! Your hair looks amazing! I’m so glad you are okay ❤️

[@Sandeeez]

Very happy to hear that you will be ok. I’m sure you helped at least one person ❤

[@erin_2292]

Side note: your curls look lovely in this video

[@StephS503]

Cassie your hair is looking magnificent!

[@msyoshii]

You look so pretty!! :) Thanks for sharing your experience in this video

[@eebs2506]

Glad you're doing well! And thank you for the informational video. I had no idea about fibroadenomas, so I'm very happy that you decided to share!

[@kilikena09]

Yes dooo I see yooooou!!! 🐱 Hi Cassie! I’m so glad you sought medical attention! And I’m so glad you’re ok and you had it removed! I had no idea about those kinds of tumours or lumps. All I thought were cancerous. My learning in school was “if it’s a lump, go in”

[@mysticmama_3692]

When i was 20, i had breast milk that came out the dark green color of Nyquil. I thought it was an infected milk duct, but my OB felt around and told me there was a lump...when i didnt feel it myself because of my milk glands (i was obviously breast feeding). I had an ultrasound done and it was a small BENIGN fibroid on one of my milk glands that was producing the weird color. I will never forget how SCARED i was just finding out there was a lump that needed to be checked out. More women need to be taught that more often than not....a lump isnt cancer so that more women dont get that cold fear in their gut when they feel it and will be more willing to check it out immediately.

[@АняЧивесим]

Good job! By the way, your hair looks great 👍

[@MissKD_Kat_MN]

I had the exact same thing! I have an amazing obgyn at Regions in Burnsville. Even though I moved to a west central Twin Cities suburb, I still make the hour trek to see her. The ladies at the Breast Clinic are incredibly friendly, witty, and kind. Yes, there are other Breast Clinics in the TC, but this one is the best. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@christiewelty173]

Thank you so much for this info, Cassie. I am so glad everything turned out ok. 🌞

[@Thriftmechic]

Hair looks great today! Curls and curling

[@therisakoniak5261]

I’m so glad you’re ok Cassie! Also glad you’ve shared your story to help bring breast awareness. Been a mammographer for over 10 yrs, wanted to add one thing regarding cancerous vs non cancerous tumors, they may not always be clear through touch. The appearance of a tumor, whether smooth or jagged is not visible until after it’s biopsied. ALWAYS get a lump checked out by a Dr and do not prolong the check. If it’s cancerous and you’re relatively young, it will grow very fast. Yearly mammogram after 40 YO and self breast exams monthly in between is recommended.

[@crazyaboutmakeup]

I just had the same problem and this video would have helped greatly ❤ very important and it is a big deal!

[@irenegriffin3050]

I had a fibroadenoma found at my first mammogram. It wasn't something I could feel, but it was found which triggered an anxiety storm for me. I didn't have to get mine removed (must be small) but I do wish I had known about stuff like this well before my first mammogram! You're not the only one that hadn't heard about something like this, I hadn't either. To me in my mind it was "there's a tumor, it has to be cancer" cause I didn't know any better! And unfortunately my doctor didn't want to give me much info and while the hospital gave me SOME info (after I had a breakdown there) it just wasn't something that helped, especially when it was found. They really need to educate women more about what could be found. They tell us to do self exams but they don't explain what could be found, including just the way normal tissue feels or if one is fibro cystic. Honestly, it left a really bitter taste regarding the medical industry in general for me. It really seems to me like they purposely keep us in the dark so we rush in to get it checked and to make sure we get mammograms. Obviously, if you find something it should be checked out since we won't know WHAT it is til it's checked out, but education before something like that happens goes a long way to preventing unnecessary anxiety. Glad that it all went well for you! And it's great that you did talk about it cause it may very well help out a woman at some point. Cause sadly, imo, the professionals do a poor job of preparing women.

[@j33harbison]

Also mu step mom from the covid shot has caused her breast issues. I hope u keep healing.sending u lots of 💙

[@Itsmemommio]

Please don’t cut your hair it looks marvelous. So glad you’re doing well. Love seeing your videos.

[@Kayla.M13]

Thank you for sharing your story. I'm so glad you're okay! ❤️

[@savannahhhh777]

thank you for sharing and helping educate me! you look wonderful and I hope you are finding rest and peace :)

[@ajocelynn2860]

As a Mammo tech🙂 your explanation was so good!!!

[@taylor-bo3cq]

I had one of these recently! Biggest scare of my life. Thankfully it went away on its own!!

[@jenx77]

So the same thing happened to me. Except I didn’t feel mine. They saw it on my first mammogram. Had all the biopsy stuff and they were a little concerned but came out fine! Glad you’re good too!

[@wlpark001]

I hope you are feeling better. Glad you got it taken care of.

[@collin2304]

I’m happy everything went well Cassie! It’s so nerve wracking finding anything like that. I felt a lump under my nipple in the summer and it was so tender, but then it went away a few days later. My doctor told me it was a gynecomastia lump so that’s amazing😒 but way better than cancer Lol

[@fksongbird28]

Glad your doing ok! Your hair looks soo super pretty!

[@smellso6356]

Hey Cassie, thank you for this very informative video. I think this was a wonderful choice to share this. I didn’t know you could tell the difference between the feel and shape of a lump in your breast. Thank you again and enjoy your week 🤘

[@bonnaedavis8679]

Great information and so happy with your outcome. You look lovely and your hair looks awesome.

[@dindaire]

I'm glad youre doing better Cassie!!

[@HoneyEyez_toGlow]

Last August I had to have 2 11CM ovarian cystic tumors, both tubes, an ovary removed, and was diagnosed with Endometriosis 😢 I put my pain off for years before getting things checked out and ultimately got my chance to have children taken from my own negligence. Dr says I didn't and it was out of my control, but that's not how I feel about it. It has been a very long journey with my health these past few years.

[@lindsayspoon4783]

Not your ignorance at all I wish I would have seen this before I had two lumpectomies… I was terrified , mine were benign also. Glad yours were too 😊

[@a1nettie20]

Thank goodness. Oh and loving your hair and curls!

[@susannadler9791]

I’m glad it was benign and you are well. I also had this type of growth discovered after my first mammogram.

[@Lesly0122]

You make a difference by sharing your experience. Thank you!

[@dalindav]

Thank you for sharing. Thank God it all turned out well. Love you Cassie 🌸🩷💗

[@lsquiggles]

This must have been so scary for you, thank you for sharing your story! You look fabulous ❤

[@Allthingsjilld]

Long hair looks good on you. Hope you keep it and glad your ok!

[@ladyjmarie5569]

Going for a biopsy on Thursday my second one in a few years so this video couldn't have come at a better time.

[@thriftthick]

Sending you loads of well wishes!! ❤

[@Brookerulezz]

So grateful that you are perfectly fine. ❤

[@journeylvr]

Your skin is glowing!!

[@lisacundiff8029]

So glad everything worked out ok..can be quiet nerve wracking in the meantime!

[@annt7384]

Good on ya for monthly breast self exams. I had something excised in December after a few weirdly acrobat, and it was pretty painless. Recovery was also a breeze. I can’t remember the name of my thingy, but it was pretty danged small and only detectable on a regular mammogram. Best part was waking up and finding they’d packed me into a brand new bra that opens in the front -bonus!

[@daniellekrause9759]

Your hair looks amazing!