Diagnosed today

Hiya . im a newbie too. Told lump was probably fatty tissue and sent for mammogram. They done ultrasound and said it looked suspicious. I shed a few tears then but got my bloody stubborn streak on and said go ahead with biopsy as i want this gone the sooner the better !

2 weeks ago i had my results and my lumpectomy was going yo be today.

Op is now next wed 17th for lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy. Got to have radiation but dont know about chemo yet.

Strangely ive been very calm over the last few days but getting stressed over hospital sending me pre op letter when ive just had pre op amongst other things.

Had my magseed implanted last wednesday and went to shop on thursday... Alarm went off as i walkrd in, omg did we giggle ... How do i explain that apart from doing a 54 yr old page 3 girl impression !

The people on here are lovely and although im sorry youve had to find the group they are a lovely bunch

hello and sorry you find yourself joining a club that no one wanted to join.  My profile (click on my user name) will tell you my story - diagnosis's DCIS 2015 etc.   What you are feeling now is normal but it dies get better. 

Do you have full details of your treatment yet or you awaiting further tests.  There are dedicated threads for each chemo & radiotherapy and you'll meet people on the same timing of journey. 

Have you told your children yet?  How old are they?

Feel free to post any questions you have and someone will answer.  There is no such thing as a stupid question.  You will be very glad you found this site xx

Hi , so glad you've found this site because it's been a huge support to me since I was diagnosed in November although sorry to hear your diagnosis i.

This part of things i found(and lots of people agree) is the worst because you are waiting to find out exactly what you are facing re stage,type of cancer and what your treatment plan will be. When you know and your treatment starts you feel better because you are doing something to get rid of it. Breast cancer is very treatable for most nowadays as so much research has been carried out and new treatments are coming on line even now to improve outcomes. Don't google! Stock to sites like Macmillan and cancer research that have the most up to date info.

You don't say how old your kids are, but if they are at school (when coronavirus allows) I found telling the school invaluable as they have been really supportive of my daughter and is as a family. Do you have a support network ? Family etc? I didn't tell my daughter till I knew exactly what I was dealing with (shes8) just used to disappear and have a good cry in the shower.

Good luck with everything,it's a horrible thing to happen but one thing came out of my diagnosis is that how kind people are from family and colleagues to complete strangers who offer help or words of supprt. And of course the people on this site who have helped me so much. You can always ring the Macmillan helpline as well. Hugs! Xxx

Hi Michdjenk and Elvisgirl123,

I am sorry to hear that you have been enrolled in the group no-one wants to be in but it is the most supportive and friendly group ever.How you are feeling at the moment is a common reaction but with the help of this group you will feel more informed and befriended.By those who have been there and bought the T shirt i.e. those who have the real life experience. However well meaning family and friends are they can only understand a part of how you are feeling!

It is a huge shock to your system but it does become easier as it goes on.Seek information from this community, your breast care nurse and the doctors involved in your care.No question is a silly one and the more informed you are the better you will be able to cope.I have found the Awake thread on here very useful ,informative and friendly -day or night. Believe me it also makes me smile and on occasions laugh outright.

Take care of yourself and those close to you, wishing you all the best on your journey xx