Hi, i had a mammogram come back with something of concern on it, and for the last few weeks have been having biopsy's, ultrasound, and another mammogram, on tues i was diagnosed as having breast cancer, there are two area's in right breast, and originally they thought there might have been something in lymph nodes but this has proved negative, they are due to do a lumpectomy and remove some lymph nodes on 26th may, i have been given a lot of booklets explaining the cancer, the surgery, and aftercare, but there is no one i can lean on for support, i am married, but husband lost his mother 25 yrs ago to breast cancer, and i dont want him fretting about me, (altho im sure he is) i guess i just needed to check in with likeminded individuals who could help me with the fear im feeling, its all a bit overwhelming at the moment, sorry for the long post x
Hi and warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your BC diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis can be challenging in so many ways but talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer treatment journey will help you navigate this difficult time.
The Community is organised into cancer specific support groups so can I recommend you join our supportive Breast cancer group as this will be a good place to connect with patients and families navigating the same type of cancer treatment 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 so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service can give lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear. 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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