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Breast cancer

FormerMember
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Hi,

I was diagnosed with breast cancer and unfortunately the cancer has spread out to my lymph nodes.

I was due to have a mastectomy and reconstruction but doctor cancelled my surgery at last minute, without asking my opinion.

They have told me that now I should do chemo for 6 months and then surgery but I want surgery ASAP.

I have spoken to another breast surgeon that advised me to have surgery straight away and then chemo.

I don't know what to do and which procedure to have first...

Any advices?

  • Good morning ,

     

    Thank you for your post. I’m so sorry to hear you’re going through a tough time just now. It sounds as though you have had a lot of information given to you to process lately. Please know you are not alone in this and Macmillan are here for you whenever you feel you need us. Did you know we have a telephone support line number 0808 808 0000 as well as a chat option. We are available 7 days a week 8am-8pm.

     

    Lisandra this is a very personal decision to make. We would always recommend speaking to the team assigned to your care as they are aware of your medical needs. We do have specialist nurses available on the support line. You can contact them in a few ways including the support line number and chat options found above. As well as through our Online Community - Ask an Expert section.

     

    Lisandra please know Macmillan will always do our best to support you with any queries you may have.

     

    I hope this helps today. If you would like to speak with our nurses, they will be happy to help answer your queries and support you where they can.

     

    Take the best of care.

    Becki, Information and Support Adviser

    Remember you can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or by email.

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