Hello, i got diagnosed with grade 2 invasive lobular breast cancer a few months ago, since then i have had a lumpectomy with lymh node removal, my results then get sent for an onco type test which has now come back saying that radiotherapy is the best treatment me but since then i have had a breast MRI which showed up a lump in my other breast, i have had to have a breast biopsy as they have said they are unsure it is a cyst, head is all over the place at the moment as it almost feels like im back to square 1 again!
Hi Cassie20 and a very warm welcome to the Macmillan Community but sorry to hear about your diagnoses and ongoing challenges.
Navigating the cancer journey can be such a stressful and challenging time but getting support from people who have walked the ‘exact same' cancer type journey can help a lot.
The Community is divided into dedicated Cancer Specific Support Groups (Discussion Rooms) so can I recommend you join and post in our dedicated 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.
To connect in with the 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 and give support to all the family.
Do get back to me if you need further help navigating the community.
Hi Barty I am so sorry to hear about your partner.
You may want to join and post in our dedicated Bereaved spouses and partners support group.
To connect in with the group click on the “Bold Italic Link” I have created above 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 put up your own post 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.
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.
Hello Barty
I am so sorry to read your post - I think the forum you are looking for is Bereaved spouses and partners forum .
If you click on the link I have posted for you and then when the page opens up click on "join" at the bottom of the page on the black banner. Once you have joined the forum you will be able to read other posts and start your own conversation.
I I do hope my post sends you in the right direction and if not and you need any further help in navigating the site please don't hesitate to contact me.
I am so sorry for your loss - I hope I have been able to help you.
best wishes - Brian.
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