I had breast cancer about 5 years ago. It was Her2+, ER+, PR+. I am currently taking Letrezole, Calcium + Vitamin D, and high blood pressure medication. I notice for nearly 2 years now, I have been having series of anxieties. I have had some series that lasted for a few months. It arises again in the past week and I don't like the feeling at all.
I notice the below syndroms when the anxieties visits :
- I fear the worst of things.
- I worry alot.
- I overthink things to the very maximum (especially all the worst thoughts)
* how I wish I could overthinking of the best of things that can go right - maybe I should try that tonight.
- I feel the need to protect myself in all situations (especially in the decisions that I make).
- I feel loss and empty.
- I lack of confidence in the decisions I would like to make.
- I wake up very early, noticing that I have to control my breathing (to breathe deeply in, and then out).
- I can be tearful sometimes.
As the anxieties comes and go, the first and last time I saw my GP about it, I was feeling very well in myself. I told my GP I would think about therapy. I have not done anything about it until last week where the anxiety comes back again when I received news about some things that worries me. I have made the decision to see my GP again and have made appointment to see her. I feel it isn't normal to feel so anxious when I receive whatever news I received, and it lasted for nearly a week now.
My questions are :
1) As the cancer I had was hormonal (Her2+, ER+, PR+), what type of anxiety medications would suit me ? I know this may not be the meds that my GP will suggest, but knowing the meds that will suit and be safe for me will be helpful. I would also prefer medications that are temporary, and not long term.
2) I bought Kalm and when I researched on it and comparing the ingredients with informations on the Memorial Sloan Kettering website, I find the ingredients used are not suitable for those with history of hormonal cancer. Please could you advice thoughts on this ?
Would appreciate hearing from anyone at all with regards to the aboves. Thank you.
Hi and sorry that though you have had one battle and won, you are now battling the emotional side of BC
I have just written to someone else starting out that actually I think how any cancer affects us physically, emotionally and mentally. What happens is we get 'fixed' physically by a medical team and then ........................................................................
One good things is you are seeking therapy and as someone who has had counselling in the past, I would say well done as it helped me no end.
There are Moving on Courses too in many local hospitals. There is the helpline here 0808 808 00 00 who can suggest where these are happening local to you or other support groups
There are maggie's where support and advice can be found
I use a meditation app almost daily to help me rest and sleep. I go to a relaxation class. Have reflexology. Tai Chi. All I find amazing to help that mind and emotional part. Plus add in walking too.
try hard not to let this define you. You have been through so much
Oh and if you are tearful CRY. 
Now time to get some good cognitive behaviour therapy or something like this. To pat yourself on the back for surviving BC, for reaching out ( a brave move) and for loving yourself enough to seek help
Leolady56
Life is like a boxing match, defeat is declared not when you fall ..... But when you refuse to stand up again ....... So, I get knocked down but I get up again. x
