Well it’s been a terrifying few weeks between finding the lump then the biopsies on 23rd December and my diagnosis today. There have been times I was sure I was losing my sanity and I have always thought my personal ‘Mental Elf’ was in good shape until now.
Full mastectomy booked for 18th Jan (as long as we are lucky and no delays). I do actually feel the pressure cooker has let out a little steam now there is a plan. How do we all deal with this? How do we sleep without resorting to sleeping pills?
Hi Pinzey and welcome to the Online Community although so sorry to hear about your diagnosis, this is such a hard time for you but I do hope you will find lots of comfort and support here on the Online Community.
The New to Community is like our reception desk where we can signpost you to our many dedicated support groups and services but I see you have joined our Breast cancer group. This is a safe place to talk to other people who may have a similar diagnosis or treatment experiences.
If you'd like to connect in with a group click on the Green link I have created above. Then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘new post’ by clicking in the box near the top right with + New (Computers) or + (Mobile Devices). You will then see a dropdown menu so hit ‘Start a Discussion in New here, say hello’ and you are ready to go.
You could copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also search through existing ‘Discussions’ and click [reply] if you want to put up a comment.
The Macmillan Support Line is open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00 or via web chat. This service provides cancer information, emotional support, benefits and 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.
Talking to people face to face can indeed help a lot but during these strange times it’s not that available but do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area has opened up. Do also check out for a local Maggie's Centre in your area.
Always around if you need further help in navigating the community.
All the very best ((hugs))
