I was diagnosed with invasive ductal cancer on Monday and I still think I’m in shock as I can’t really remember much of what I was told. They gave me a folder of information but I’m anxious about reading any of it.
surgery is scheduled for the 27th. They told me to stop my HRT immediately as the cancer is ER+ and I’ve started taking letrozole. It’s only day 3 but I have a really dry mouth and headaches. Has anyone else experienced this ?
thanks for reading this
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community, a Community that no one really looks to see themselves joining, and so sorry to hear about your BC diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings confusion, stress and many questions but I found talking with other people who are on the same type of journey helped a lot.
The Community is organised into support groups and I see you have joined our supportive Breast cancers group as this is the place where you will connect with others walking the treatment journey both as patient or family.
Follow the above link then introduce yourself, post questions or just join in with existing discussions by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listing ear.
Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
All the very best.
