I am a 62 year old male, i have just had an endoscopy last Friday which was done by a surgeon so may have been to my benefit has he spotted Cancer right away, they took biopsies and after the surgeon had that difficult convesation with me about stomach cancer. I now have an appointment on Wednesday for a CT scan. I am the going on holiday for ten days after which I will have my meeting with MDT to discuss next steps, the surgeon has already indicated that I will need an operation to take away my stomach followed by chemotherapy. scary times to say the least but that is obviously the reason i am here to share my story and to read simular posts. Hi everyone.
Hi Narrowlight and a welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your diagnoses.
A cancer journey is such a stressful and challenging time but you have done the right thing in reaching out to a place where you can ask questions and getting support from others who are on the ‘exact’ same cancer and journey.
I see that you have joined and posted in our Stomach cancer support group. This is a safe place to talk to others with a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.
The Macmillan Support Line is open from 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00 where you can talk with someone about specific cancer and practical information, get emotional support, benefits/financial guidance or just connect with 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.
