I have recently discovered a lump in my breast (39) I am trying my best to stay positive but I can’t help but worry.....my family is still coming to terms with losing my Mum (60) last year to Triple Negative Breast cancer.
I keep thinking of how it would effect them all if it turns out bad for me.....that is killing me (probs not the right thing to say!!!)
As I said I’m trying not to stress about it too much & I am keeping it to myself just now as we have a big family holiday in a few weeks, I was at the doctors today & she said it’s roughly 3cm in size, god love her she was trying to reassure me
She is going to try her best to fast track an appointment for me, hopefully before we go away!
My Mum was diagnosed 4years ago to practically the day & also a matter of weeks before a family holiday
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear that are being investigated for breast cancer, especially on the back of the passing of your mum - sorry.
Any cancer diagnosis brings a lot of stress and confusion but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot and will reduce the whirlwind wind that is rushing in your head.
As my cancer journey was rather different you may like to follow this link to our Breast cancer and Breast cancer for the under-50s forums where you will connect with people who understand the journey you and the family are on. You can ask the folks questions about tests, treatments and what to expect during the months ahead.
Follow the link above and join the group by hitting the ‘Join the Group’ tab just under the main group name. At this point select how you want to receive email notifications when someone answers your posts.
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You may find our various Macmillan Support Line Services to be helpful - call them on 0808 808 00 00 This free service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link.
We also have our ‘Ask an Expert’. section where you can post questions to our mostly Volunteer Experts but please allow 2 working days to get a reply.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
Talking to people face to face can help a lot so check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support Groups in your area or a Maggie’s Centre as these folks are amazing.
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All the very best.
