Where to begin... I suppose one never expects one would need to join a cancer support group until it happens. I have had my mammogram, ultrasound and biopsy on Thursday but the radiologist is very sure it is cancer. She was just incredible. Straightforward and positive. Early stage and non life threatening are the words she used but I still feel numb and scared at times.
Going to see the general surgeon on Wednesday as well as get my biopsy results. I am preparing for it though as I will obviously be extremely relieved if it is benign but not very hopeful for that.
I am just thankful for the gift of the NHS and places like this where we can share and help carry the burden together.
It is so hard! Google is that quick access to info that we reach for. I am trying to stay level headed though. You have no idea how much support from the "oldies" mean for us "newbies"!! Knowing that it is a dark road but there is light at the end makes the journey a little more bearable and having a friend to hold your hand, even if you can't see them, means the world. Getting all emotional now!!
It is so incredibly hard....all of it!
Yes....I do google....I like information...but really you are looking for positive stories...any information that will make you feel better. 3 years on, I certainly google less as I know my cancer is just that....mine. Nothing I read will ever really give me the reassurance I dream of. There are happy and sad stories out there.
Sending positive thoughts....and happy endings! (They do happen!)
I had anxiety before the surgery rather than fatigue. Kept busy. Worked full-time till my op. The fatigue set in about 8-9 days after surgery. Everyone reacts in their own way and it’s not easy to predict. I had health issues before but this one seems to be in a category of its own. Xx
Google can be good. Sorted out my worry about my ear . I've screenshot my post
Bless you I got myself in a state again I’m such a strong woman but breast cancer has me traumatised. Mri was like a bloody huge spaceship and a bit stressful but people looking after me so caring. Monday U have to have under arm scan and then Tuesday with consultant to see if it’s mastectomy or lumpectomy. Did you see the surgeon tod
y? Hope you’re doing ok it’s a stressful tough journey I need to pick myself up and toughen up again to get through this. Sending hugs
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I did. DCIS so I supposec the best bad news I could get. He said it is early stage. I will have sentinel lymph node biopsy when they remove it but if that is clear, I will not need radiotherapy. Please let me know how it goes and go gently. Sending you lots of positive vibes
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