I've found out today I have invasive lobular breast cancer stage 4. I had no symptoms of breast cancer but I had been suffering with constipation for about 6 months. Investigations into that have led to my disgnosis and it seems the cancer has spread though lymph nodes and caused a tumour that was pressing on my lower bowel. Didn't expect it to be breast cancer. Doesn't seem real
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 and I see you have joined our supportive Breast cancers group, this will be a good place to connect with others navigating the same type of cancer journey.
To go to the group just click on the link above then 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.
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