Hi Everyone, I'm new here and receive to find others I can chat to about all of this, so thank you in advance. I'm trying to stay positive until I get my breast clinic appointment to investigate a lump in my breast. Im still in shock from my GP appointment this morning. Ive cried a lot today whilst also trying to work and now cannot sleep. I'd be grateful if anyone has any info on when I might receive a letter from the clinic as I think the wait of 2 weeks will be impossible to bare. Is two weeks the latest that I could receive an appointment? I feel very alone in all of this even though my friend and sister in law have tried to give me some words of encouragement throughout the day, for which I'm thankfull. Anyway I look forward to hearing from anyone who is able to reply x
Hi and a welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your ongoing diagnoses.
This is such a stressful and challenging time for you, but when it comes to getting support and asking questions 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 recommend you join and post in our supportive Breast cancer support group. This is a safe place to talk to others with 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) Group Link 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.
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.
