breast mass

[dittums]

In August of 2000 I had a routine mamogram. I was informed that there was a suspicious mass and to have another mamogram taken and eventually I had an ultrasound. The results were that I had a solid lesion. I went to New York from Florida to a breast surgeon. At the same time, my husband was in New York dying from lung cancer. He passed away six days after my biopsy. After his funeral I returned to the hospital in New York for a lumpectomy. The lesion was boarderline on the biopsy after removal. The abnormal cells were contained inside the lesion, not outside, thank God. I have returned once since this lumpectomy for a follow up to see that all cells were removed. Thank God all is clear, so far.

This lesion was on every mamogram taken yearly since l995. Only in August of 2000 was I informed of its existence. My gynocologist reports show no evidence of it. However, when I showed all the mamograms to my New York physician, she informed me of it being present for over 5 years.

Do I have a case against the radiology dept. of my Florida hospital for never informing my doctor or me of the lesion? I have had a surgery only months before this would have become malignant. The lesion was the size of a dime. I have a very prominant scar and will have to watch this area for the rest of my life. I've been through hell and I am mad as hell.

Thank you.

 

[lawrat]

I am a law school graduate. What I offer is mere information, not to be construed as forming an attorney client relationship.

My heart goes out to you. The problem here is your injury. You need to prove that their lack of proper diagnosis for 5 years caused worse damage.

If you feel like speaking with an attorney about possible legal action, I recommend you consult with a medical malpractice attorney in your state and speak candidly about what has happened.