Hello, I'm new to the community.
I was diagnosed with breast cancer at end of November 2020. My mastectomy was in December 2020. Thankfully it had not spread to my lymph nodes but some cells were at stage 3. Following further tests, Doctor advised I get chemotherapy to keep cancer away
I had my first cycle towards the end of January 2021 and it wasn't too bad. However, I am finding the second cycle a real struggle. I got it last Tuesday. With this cycle I am really fatigued and feel quite woozy. It is the wooziness that I am struggling with. Is this normal?
Is my third cycle likely to be the same or worse? I know everyone is different but any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Hi and welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you needed to find us and especially sorry to hear about your BC diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings many questions, confusion and lots of stress but talking with other people who are walking the same type of journey will help you navigate this rollercoaster.
The Community is organised into dedicated support groups so can I recommend you join our supportive Breast cancers group, this will be a good place to connect with others navigating the (support of a family member on the) same type of cancer journey.
To join a group just click on the link above then choose 'click to join' or 'join' (depending on the device you're using) on the page that opens. You can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’ or hit the box with the X on the top right (phones), you could just copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also 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 listening 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.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers can be found on our Online Information and Support Section.
All the very best
