Hiya. I'm new here.

FormerMember
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  1. Hiya everyone. I've just joined up.
  2. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 11 days ago and I am really struggling to come to terms with the diagnosis. To be honest I feel numb but over the last 2 days I have been so angry about it all. Is it normal to feel angry? I had to stop taking my HRT tablets because the cancer is the type that feeds off the oestrogen. As a result I am experiencing menopause symptoms. I am now on Letrozole to shrink the tumour. In 3 months time they will do tests to check it has shrunk sufficiently and if so I will have the op to remove it. Then I will be on the Letrozole for the next 5 years. It's such a lot to take in. I am unbelievably frightened at the moment. I'm not sure if I can handle it all.
  • Hi  and welcome to the Online Community and hi from 

    I am so sorry to read about your BC diagnosis but I do hope you will find the support available in the community helpful at this difficult and challenging time.

    Talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer treatment path will help you navigate this unwanted journey.

    The New to Community is like the Community Reception area and as there are many cancer types and experiences so likewise the Community has many support groups so can I recommend you start by joining our supportive Breast cancer group as this will be a good place for you to connect with other folks who may be on the same cancer treatment pathway.

    Navigating the community will depend on the device you are using. To join a group just click on the green link above then scroll down and choose 'click to join' or 'join' on the page that opens.

    You can then introduce yourself by putting up a post by clicking  on ‘New Thread’ or ‘New here, say hello’ then hit the box with the X on the top right (phones).

    You could just copy and paste the text from this your first post and 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 provides lots of cancer information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.

    To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers check our Online Information and Support Section

    All the very best ((hugs))

    Mike (Thehighlander)

    It always seems impossible until its done - Nelson Mandela

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