Hi
This is my first post not sure what to say. I had breast cancer in 2013, had a mastectomy Got the all clear and now it’s back. Numb with shock at the moment and just told family which was tough. It’s the waiting that gets me down, they’ve told me I have it then no appointment for 3 weeks to see if spread!, Sorry but I want to know now and get on with the fight .L feel sad then cross then sick then tough. Anyone out there feel the same?
Just thinking of you. Cyber hugs.....I'm sure anyone in your position will feel the same. The waiting never improves....Keep chatting on these threads. There are others who are in your situation here and several whose second time around treatment is going sucessfully. I'm sure they'll post soon.
The Awake thread is a good one to keep you occupied while you wait. There are some very serious issues discussed but there is also light hearted banter and a lot of empathy.
Take care and keep in touch.
Love Karen
Big hugs xxx
Onwards and flatwards (don't do hills) and keep walking if you can!
Hi , thought I would join in to say......
although sadly for you it’s Welcome Back! Or NOT so welcome!
I too was diagnosed in 2013, sadly I was diagnosed with Secondary Breast Cancer in 2015/16 BUT I’m still here and my Cancer has remained Stable since the end of 2016! So can’t complain....well I can but I won’t
Pretty Crap stuff having to go through this again! Although fingers crossed they have caught it early and you can have minimal treatment to get it sorted and be on your way again!
The waiting NEVER gets any better! But we can try and keep your mind occupied for a few weeks, or as long as you need us too!
Perhaps if you tell us a little more about yourself, so we can get to know you? If you’d like to that is.
A fair few of us can be found in the AWAKE thread, we are aptly named the Fruit Loops and as previously mentioned, we do enjoy having a laugh as well as dealing with the more serious issues that this Shitty Disease brings with it!
In answer to your question, Yes I think we all go through days/weeks when we feel every emotion imaginable and that’s okay! Allow yourself to feel however you want. Cry if you need to, shout or scream, but don’t feel you have to do any of this alone and you certainly don’t need to put a brave face on for us! You say exactly how you feel. Together we will get you through this!
Right now I should be asleep, so I shall say goodnight. But sending a gentle hug your way. Hope you can get some sleep, if not I’m sure someone will be around to chat! Sweet Dreams Hun. Sal xxx
Don’t know what else to say....apart from....we are here....I am here...if and when you need to shout and holla...one thing this network do is just be here. I like that. Someone, somewhere has some experience of the crap you are going through. Sometimes just having the chance to share helps. It is all crap...but you have friends here who will jump in and catch you!
I am sending all the love in the world to you, there isn't much i can say other than i would feel exactly the same as you do right now, shocked, numb, angry, upset, why? angry again.. You kicked it's a** once, you CAN do it again, I know that seems just words right now, but you are a strong lady even having the courage to write this, massive, MASSIVE hugs to you xxx
Hi thank you for messages nice to hear from you all. A little about me here goes. 62 years and 2 grown up children and a lovely granddaughter who will be one next month. Work full time and love my job. Divorced but loads of family close by. 2 dogs and love to go off in my bongo camping with family. Lots to do yet with life so ready for the challenge again. Next appointment 16th so hope to know more then and the plan. Thank you for the good wishes and kind words, love Di x
Hi , I am one of those who have had breast cancer twice- both intra ductal but different types and different breasts.The first 21 years ago and just recently in March., now finished radiotherapy and looking to enjoy another 21 years!! (see profile if you wish) I went through the full range of emotions like yourself ,even with a "practice run" it is still a shock to your well being, in some ways even more so. The waiting for appointments is always the worst part, so try and do things you enjoy whatever that may be or try that hobby you have always meant to try and never got around to!
I'm so glad that you have good family support nearby and are taking on the challenge again. I wish you all the best and send big hugs to you xxx Kwissy
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