Hi!
I am 42 and have had a recent Grade 3 Invasive Breast Cancer Diagnosis.
Today I have an MRI and on Wednesday I will be getting my treatment plan.
I'm terrified of the future!
I'm worried as I work full time and during my treatment will only receive SSP for any time off work I need. Seems strange to be worrying about finances on top of everything else!
I'm here to talk to people in my situation, and further along the line so I know what to expect.
So.... hi!
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community although I am so sorry to hear about your Breast Cancer diagnosis. This is such a challenging and stressful time for you but I do hope you will find lots of support and comfort as you interact on the Online Community.
The New to Community is like our reception desk where we can signpost you to our various cancer specific support groups and services . I see you ha e joined our dedicated Breast cancer support group. This will be a safe place to talk to others who may have a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.
If you'd like to connect in with a group click on the Green link I have created above. Then once the page opens you can 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. You may also find our Ask an Expert section helpful but do allow a few working days for a reply.
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 as these folks are amazing.
Always around if you need further help in navigating the community.
All the very best ((hugs))
