Newly diagnosed at 22

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Hello everyone,

I was recently diagnosed with a malignant phyllodes tumour in my left breast and had a mastectomy 6 days later. I am 10 days post op now and I’m starting to process my situation. i am 22 years old and currently a university student - I have withdrawn from this year for now - I have found leaving the fun uni life and friends behind very difficult.
I’m hoping to connect with some people in a similar situation so I can be reassured that all my thoughts and feelings are normal!

Jgau over 2 years ago

Hi me again! I didn’t know about the under 50’s so that’s a good start EwyBear … Maybe you could start up an under 40’s thread! Hugs xxJ

Mazz over 2 years ago in reply to Jgau

That was my fault, I was sure I’d seen an under 50s thread, but I searched for it to no avail. So sorry about that; but I think there should be one. X

Anna12345 over 2 years ago in reply to Mazz

Breast cancer for the under-50s forum

No you are rightMazz hopefully I’ve attached the link here, it’s not as active a forum as this one I don’t think. EwyBear I’m really sorry for your diagnosis at such a young age, I can imagine it’s really hard to cope with and I’m so sorry it’s impacted your university course. There’s always someone here to help reassure you whatever our ages, we’re bonded by our common experiences. All the best x

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