Hello,
I have joined a club I really did not want to be part of.
I am 57 years old, and following what I thought was merely a pulled back muscle that was taking a while to heal turns out to be Myeloma.
I am devastated to say the least. You hear of doctor's dishing out bad news but you never think it will happen to me.
Still coming to terms with it and currently going through tests to confirm the diagnosis. I've had a CT scan, BMP and due to have a MRI scan this Thursday before having a telephone appointment with the haemotologist on the 12th October.
Not scared to say I am frightened of what lays ahead
Hi and welcome to the Online Community.
I am so sorry to read about your Myeloma diagnosis but I hope you will find the support available in the community helpful at this difficult and challenging time.
I was diagnosed in 1999 with a rather rare and difficult to treat incurable Stage 4a Low Grade Cutaneous T-Cell (skin) Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma but I am still around doing very well so be encouraged but 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 but I see you have joined our Myeloma 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 go to the group just click on the green link above 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.
