Well so pleased that all scans came back clear so just breast lump only .....chemo starts Wednesday so now another worry being told about side effects I am single mum with mortgage...... as 20 years ago I didn't need insurance on my mortgage cause nothing will happen in future.....how did anyone cope working full time with side effects any tips you can give I cant afford to take time of work ..its just worry after worry thank you
Hi Sisters4, I'm sorry you haven't had a reply to your post. It can be a bit quieter on here over the weekend. By responding to you your post will get bumped back up to the top of the list where someone who can help might see it and get back to you.
I would also post your question on the current chemo thread where you can connect with people currently going through chemo for breast cancer click HERE
You can also ask a work support adviser - click HERE or you can call the Macmillan Support Line on 0808 808 00 00 7 days a week 8am-7pm.
Wishing you all the best
Are you able to work from home? I worked throughout all treatment from home though I did have to take a few days off at the beginning after each chemo cycle. If you can work from home, it can be done.
If you can't work from home, there is an issue with your immune system being severely weakened (and worst time is actually week 2 when you're starting to feel a bit better), so with covid cases so high, it may be an issue if you need to work beside other people.
There will hopefully be others replying who have been in that situation.
Again I’m going to ask where you work because that really affects the answer to your question, sorry we missed your post x
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