This has taken a while but hello

Hello abs welcome.  On a practical note ring the Macmillan helpline about claiming benefits.  You should be entitled to PIP .  

You've been/going through such a lot no wonder you are feeling awful x

Hi there

i was so sorry to read your post but well done on writing it and getting your story out there.

It sounds as though you have had a bad time but your scan results sound really encouraging.

Have you thought about having some counselling or speaking to someone at Macmillan ? Sometimes it can help to unload onto someone neutral. Does your hospital have a drop in centre where you can go and get a cup of tea and a chat?

One of the side effects of Letrazole can be low mood or depression so maybe have a chat to your oncologist. I have read on this forum that different brands of the same drug have less side effects for some people..Maybe worth talking to your pharmacist when you get your next prescription.

I’m not sure what you meant about going public…. Do you mean to family and friends or a wider circle? Maybe if more people know they will be able to support you. 

MacMillan should also be able to advise you if you are entitled to any financial help if you contact them.

Sending you a virtual hug 

Hi There

Sorry to hear you are feeling this way , but it is natural considering what you have been though.

I have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy with further treatment to come.I am currently taking citalopram for anxiety.I have no intention to stop taking it as it really helps with what I am facing.I would speak to your G P or ask for it to be bought up at the next Multi team meeting.

Most of my friends know as I run my own business so had to make some big changes . you will find support but also some insensitive comments.People mean well but don't know what to say.

I hope your low mood can be improved as there is treatment you can be given to help.

Take care xx 

Hi. You’ve gone through so much, it must have affected your mental health. Macmillan do offer some counselling sessions which might be beneficial. 
I’m don’t mind letting you know that I’m on meds for depression and anxiety that had to be upped when I got my diagnosis. 

R

Hi Redber77, really sorry to read your story, BC is a scary place to be.  I hope I have read your question correctly re going public: I have not told anyone about my BC, none of my family or friends know, only my husband who looked after me through treatment and still does as I am not back to normal whatever normal is.  I finished treatment and like you, felt like I had been hung out to dry, I was lucky enough to get on 2 x moving forward courses one run by Breast Cancer now and the other by Cancer support uk, between them they have pulled me out of my hole and helped me to face my new life.  I still feel I am living a lie but I do not have to put up with stupid comments like "fighting cancer", or get labelled, only someone who has cancer can understand how I feel.  So I don't know if my comments have helped you, I hope so, look for help, it is available, try anything offered, keep posting here as this place is full of amazing women.  Love from Ann

Thank you for replying. I will try to look into this. I had a quick look online and felt I didn't meet any of the scores.

Hi there,

Thanks for replying. I've no idea if there's a centre here, I'll have a look into it. 

Yes, going public meaning the wider world. Only my close family, friends and colleagues are aware. But a year down I'm feeling bad about not telling the truth when people ask how I am and lying to them. 

Luckily my husband is a pharmacist so I often discuss the medication with him. I'm waiting for a reply from my nurse about antidepressants. 

Virtual hug greatly appreciated  

Thank you for responding and I hope you are having a positive experience with your care. 

I'm not overly comfortable with my gp prescribing things for me, they've not been very thorough in the past but I'll definitely ask my consultant about them. It's good to hear they are helping you.  

At least you have someone in the know re medications…. That’s a bonus!

You take care and if you ever need to chat or just vent message me.

Xx

Hi Ann, thank you for the reply. It was really hard telling those who do know, but I've been very very greatful of the support. But with having small children and work to keep in the loop I felt I had to tell those people.

My husband has been great, ploughed right into the pharmacist role and made sure all my prescriptions have been on time. But not the best emotionally.  He doesn't understand the down times as thinks being positive is the only way. So I keep a lot from him too. I will definitely seek out some groups. 

Huge hugs to you too. I couldn't have coped without support from my family especially my mum and sister. But yes, nobody understands where we're at.