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Absolutely normal and totally understandable nobody can quite know how your feeling as we are all individuals and react so very differently to certain situations. However having received a BC diagnosis last December I totally get the anxieties you are experiencing and the lying awake in the early hours thinking about everything. I too had/have an amazing support network and the words of encouragement were great but I too didn’t want to hear ‘you’ll be fine your going to get over’ this because that made it seem such a small thing and in my mind  what I was experiencing was huge, life was never going to be quite the same again. The word Cancer is always going to be there so please don’t beat yourself up it’s ok to feel as you do. I found the online community a great support especially at this time of night (3am) so keep posting…hope the rest of your journey is a positive one sending strength and prayers your way for Friday’s op. xx

Hi  and welcome to the Online Community although I am sorry to see you joining us and to hear about your diagnoses

A cancer diagnosis can be such a stressful, challenging and emotional time but when it comes to support there is nothing better than talking with others who are on the exact same cancer and treatment journey.

The Community is divided into support groups (discussion rooms) so can I suggest that you consider joining our supportive Womb (uterus) cancer group. This is 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 (Bold) link(s) I have created above. Once the group page opens click on the black banner that says [click to join] at the bottom, or the [Join] button under "Group tools."

You can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘new post’ by clicking in the box near the top right with + New or + (Depending on the device you are using) and you are ready to go. You could copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.

Macmillan have many support services so do check out the Macmillan Support Line open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00. These services provide cancer information, practical information, emotional support, benefits/financial guidance or just a listening ear.

We also have our Ask an Expert section but do allow a few working days for a reply.

We also have our Telephone Buddy Service where you can be matched with someone who understands what you're going through, and they'll give you a weekly call.

Talking to people face to face can be very helpful so do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area, do also check for a local Maggie's Centre as these folks are amazing and aim to give support to all the family.

Do get back to me if you need further help.

All the very best.