Two updates - updated

The genetic testing on my tumor has been completed. They wanted me to start this Friday, but I pointed out the two holidays that fall on Friday this month. Dr. K's assistant will check, but assumes there will be no problem with me starting next Tuesday, December 15. I have to go in tomorrow for bloodwork and an ECG, and then I'll be good to go.

I forgot to mention that in my CT scan report, the radiologist mentioned that I was post-thoracotomy with a right rib fracture. I've been wondering since surgery why the area under my right breast was extremely tender. At first I assumed it was a muscle issue, because the Steristrips over the incision were pulling my skin toward my back. After those were removed, I then assumed the muscle was simply recovering from that pull. After a few more weeks, I gave up trying to second guess it, but now I know the reason. Wouldn't it have been nice if someone (namely, the surgeon) had mentioned that I had a fractured rib and that it would be painful/uncomfortable for quite some time??? I just don't understand doctors and how they pick and choose the information they share with their patients. Maybe it's me who's crazy! Anyway, I sent a note to Dr. Flores's office mentioning that no one told me about the rib fracture (and they took three x-rays post-surgery, so they had to have known). I'll let you know if I hear anything back.