Hi. I've just joined but am going through a nightmare..... Was recalled after mammogram iand after biopsy in July was told I had breast cancer but nymph nodes were negative, but initial scan showed 8mms lump which was 15mms when biopsied. Had lump removed in August and one lymph gland (as a precaution). Went along last week for results and was told I had stage 3 breast cancer - lump had grown and they removed 42mms plus margin and the lymph gland was now positive for cancer cells. Was stunned as expectedto be told it had all gone - just radiotherapy required! Now have wig appt tomorow, heart scan weds, bloods and clinic appointment friday and chemo 1st session next week....can't take it all in. My Hubby's on dialysis and has taken himself off the transplant list temporarily as he doesn't feel he can cope with things as he wants to make sure I'm okay - I've always been the healthy one who supports him & our daughter (who.also has health issues!)... It's all reversed now..., She's my emergency back up if I need a driver to get to the cancer centre. My employers have been brill and has offered preferred to our counselling team 3rd but can't we now they're going to help!. My heads all over the place as in top of all this my mother died unexpectedly in the afternoon after I had my pre-op appt (Juky) so we're all trying to sort out her house, will etc, but I've put a soliciting sorting probate and, as an only chikd, we're all.sorting house gradually. Don't think I've really taken things in, but I'm just ploddingthrough and going from appointment to appointment at the mo! At least they're sorting my health quickly!
Hi and welcome to the Online Community.
I am so sorry to read about your BC diagnosis and also about your mum, these are hard times but I hope you will find the support available in the community helpful at this difficult and challenging time.
You may find this information from Macmillan on cancer and your emotions and also this on getting help with your emotions.
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, emotional 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))
