Hi there
I have just undergone surgery to remove lobular breast cancer. I'ts been three days since the op. I now await the results. I'm doing ok I think but am quite anxious and still feel very weird about the whole thing. My diagnosis and everything happened so very quickly and completely by chance so I'm not sure I've really digested everything, its such a shock. I know my prognosis is good which I am grateful for but still keep wondering how much this is going to change me. I am in my 50's and have always been very active, gym, running, playing tennis and I am lucky to have a great family and and friends and yet I feel still feel quite lonely and wonder will I get back to being myself again. I know so many of you have it worse than me,so not meaning to be negative, but just thought I'd come on here and say hi.
Hi MG07 and a very warm welcome to the Community but sorry to hear about your diagnoses and your journey so far.
Navigating the cancer journey can be such a stressful and challenging time but getting support from people who have walked the ‘exact same' cancer journey can help a lot. (I have a completely different cancer).
The New to Community is like our reception desk where we look to direct you to the best part of the Community for you to get support. The Community is divided into dedicated Cancer 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 
…… 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.
You may find it helpful to call the Macmillan Support Line 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 3 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.
