Hello
its nearly a year since my referral to the breast care service. I had a lumpectomy after a biopsy and a further operation to remove lymph nodes for testing.
The most excitement that I’ve had since then have been hospital visits for radiotherapy and follow up appointments.
I live alone and have spent Christmas and my birthday on my own.
Now I feel that friends and extended family have forgotten what I went through in treatment and the side effects of Letrozole and other medications.
Im generally very good in being philosophical and grateful for my life but at times I feel that I’m losing what good years I thought I would have. I’m 74 without children. Suddenly a call
from my nephew and I’ve told him. Succesd
cancer in lockdown is an awful double whammy, even worse when you live alone. Especially if you are over 70 and realistically thinking about how many good years you may have to come. You seem to be coping extremely well. As Talbot says, please keep posting. Sending hugs and best wishes xxx
Onwards and flatwards (don't do hills) and keep walking if you can!
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