Its been a whirlwind the last month, scans, hospital appointment, suspected cancer on my 5th rib. Operation set in a months time. First time today I cried, don't know how to be strong and get through this
Hello Manda - it is such a difficult and distressing time for you,. Tears are a sign of strength, sometimes you just have to give yourself permission to be - it is ok to cry, it is exhausting- you will find strength, some days you really have to dig deep but sharing how you feel on sites like this is really important and is important to know that you are not alone, be kind to yourself
Hi Manda, it is a whirlwind for a while and so hard to absorb all that's happening. Tears are natural, I've cried plenty for myself and still do (often whilst having my IV treatment). It's a tension release for me as I try and stay brave at home.
You say in your post "suspected" cancer so I guess the doctors aren't sure if it is definitely malignant yet. Be kind and gentle with yourself. Have you friends you can safely share your feelings with? Eat well, stay hydrated and try to keep busy to distract yourself from overthinking if you can.
Talk on here and people will reply with love and support. Take care. X
I feel your pain you feel like you have to be strong for every one else when you are going through such a scary time. It's the waiting that gets u the most not knowing what's happening what is going to happen or who to talk to. But u are not on your own we are all here for u. I always find that having a cry and letting it all out makes me feel better afterwards I wipe the tears away lift my head up and feel stronger for a little while. There is no shame in crying u let it out stay strong and keep us updated xx
