It feels a bit surreal to be here.
yesterday 22/8/23 I was diagnosed with breast cancer.
My initial biopsies of a lump came back ‘all clear ‘but the surgeon advised a lumpectomy due to the changes within the lump. At the time they noticed some calcifications but weren’t too concerned
Anyway whilst having the lumpectomy 3/8/23 they found another lump.
They’ve re visited my initial ultra sounds and have found that my breast is scattered with calcifications. So despite the lumps/cancer have been removed, now they know it is cancer they have become concerned with the calcs.
in the next 4 weeks I will have a mastectomy of the left breast.
I want reconstructive surgery at the same time.
can I ask for those that have had reconstructive surgery.
which choice you made?
how did you make that decision?
In hindsight, was it the right decision.
I hope all that makes sense
Hi Wh1982 and a warm welcome to the Macmillan Community but I am so sorry to hear about your Breast cancer diagnoses.
The cancer journey can be such a stressful and challenging time but getting support from others who are dealing with the ‘exact same' cancer type can help a lot.
The Community is actually divided into dedicated Cancer Support Groups (Discussion Rooms) so can I recommend you consider joining and posting in our dedicated Breast cancer support group. This group is a safe place to talk to others with a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.
To connect with a group click on this link Breast cancer then once the group page opens click on “Click to Join” when the black banner appears or “Join” under “Group Tools” (this all depends on the device you are using)
When you are ready you can introduce yourself by clicking “+new” or “+” in the top right next to the group title.
You can copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.
The Macmillan Support Line is open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00. This service provides 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.
Do get back to me if you need further help navigating the community.
