I’ve recently been diagnosed with breast cancer in my left breast. I was informed over the phone by my GP on a Friday afternoon whilst still at work. OMG SHOCK HORROR... I never thought it would happen to me .
so I had a mastectomy last Thursday. I had my drain out yesterday which was a relief. However I’m still in a lot of pain. I had a good day yesterday but today is a low day! I’ve cut down my medication which is positive. Been suffering with constipation.
I go back tomorrow to see my consultant. Waiting for results on biopsies taken from mastectomy x
my question today is why??? Why me ????? Why any of us ???
Hope you have many more 'good' days. I have asked 'why' a lot too. Because I routinely use my middle name, but for medical things I revert to real first name, the surreal nature of everything is amplified. Feels like it is happening to someone else. You are in good company here, especially with waiting and treatment decisions. Keep moaning on here - I really feel it helps. I had to make my own decision for or against radiotherapy. NHS oncologist didn't want to move me forward. I called the Macmillan helpline, and 2 other charities just to go through my situation over and over. That really did help me. I wish you all the very best with your recovery, and hope all the follow up is caring and efficient. R.
Hi Little Wolf, I had a mastectomy on Tuesday 26th so I know how you’re feeling. I keep asking myself ‘Why me?’ I guess I’m lucky in that, unlike you, I’m not in a lot of pain. It is a bit uncomfortable, especially under my arms where fluid has collected. And I sometimes find it hard to get comfortable in bed at night. I keep looking at photos and things I bought a while ago and think - I was ok then. Stupid I know. I hope it all went well with the consultant. My appointment is on Friday and I’m terrified.xx
Im back at work working alongside special needs children - which I love ! Still in some discomfort after my mastectomy but am trying to ignore. I have a question - Ive been feeling sick and had headaches most days since being on the tamoxifen... has anyone else had these side effects , if so what did your dr suggest? xx
