Hi I’m Sharian .This is my first post today , I’ve only just worked out how to do it I’m no good with technical things haha 
.Anyway my journey started last April when I found a lump . After having mammograms and a bi-opsy it was confirmed I had breast cancer . I had my first lumpectomy in May and some of my lymph nodes taken , but to my horror I had to return and have a second lumpectomy and all my lymph nodes taken the doctors found one cancer cell in my lymph nodes and so this meant that Chemotherapy would be the treatment . After my second op I suffered a Heamatoma ( this is where the cut to the breast re-opened and started bleeding ) This was distressing but my husband was amazing . My chemo started in July of last year and my last one was in November .I got to ring the bell it was very emotional .I caught Covid the day after my last chemo session , so I was coping with the effects of chemo & Covid a double whammy I got through it though . In January of this year I had a course of Radiotherapy and finished February the 1st .WHAT A JOURNEY , but it just shows we are stronger than we think . I’m getting my energy back SLOWLY , my hairs growing back , I’m slowing regaining my weight bk after loosing a stone in weight , and although I had my really bad days I tried to remain positive throughout and I feel like I’ve smashed this . Thank you for reading my journey .
Hi and welcome to the Online Community although I am so sorry to hear about your Breast Cancer diagnosis. A cancer journey can be a very stressful and challenging time but I do hope you find the community a safe place to get support and ask your questions.
The New to Community is like our reception desk where you can be signpost to our various cancer support groups and other services so can I recommend that you consider joining our supportive Breast cancer 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.
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Talking to people face to face when on a cancer journey (patient or family) can be very helpful but during these strange times it’s not that available but do check to see if 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 and provide support for all the family.
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All the very best ((hugs))
Hi Thehighlander when I read about your journey mine seems so trivial OMG you have gone through some 
and you still seem so positive and strong .Your wife and children must be amazing so you could come through this really tough time . Hope everything is ok for you now and you continue to fight this
Monster wishing you all the best
Sharian
Hi thank you for taking the time to put up this supportive reply. I am doing great, even had covid a few weeks back but I have had worse man-flu ;)
I think every cancer journey is a journey of persittance, courage and endeavor and I take my hat off to everyone - patients and family who have to navigate this unwanted journey.
Wishing you all the very best health and happiness ((hugs))
