Hi
I am new to all this. I was diagnosed with invasive and non invasive HER2 + breast cancer on both sides which will require 3 cycles of Chemo, 3 cycles of targeted treatment followed by double mastectomy then radiation. I was coping OK but today I'm spiralling a bit. I was hoping to continue to work to a certain extent as the cycles of treatment are once every 3 weeks. I work in a small/medium office environment but it is an open office. I don't really have space to work from home but work don't really seem to want to put a plan in place, rather seem to just want to see how it goes! Has anyone managed to work through treatment? I know if my blood count drops I will need to isolate (sorry for the lengthy post!). I'm normally a very level headed individual and usually the problem solver but I can't seem to work this in my head and feel like I'm beginning to panic. Any words of help most appreciated!
Hi BagM and a very warm welcome to the Community but sorry to hear about your diagnoses.
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).
This New to Community area is like our reception desk where we look to try and direct you to the best part of the Community for you to get support. The Community is actually divided into dedicated Cancer Support Groups (Discussion Rooms) .….. but I do see that you have already found and joined our dedicated breast cancer support group. This will be 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 please click on the link below
…… then once the group page opens you can introduce yourself by putting up your very own post by clicking [+ Create new post] or [ + ] in the top right of the group page.
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.
