I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer on the 18th April, my head has been spinning since, I feel like I am having an out of body experience. Mastectomy is the next stage and I am terrified, may find out tomorrow when surgery will be, I just wanted to reach out as although friends around me are amazing I feel so alone
Hi BambiJ , you’re definitely not alone and we all know how you are feeling. Friends and Family are fantastic and supportive but they don’t understand fully, not matter how hard they try.
It’s an emotional rollercoaster that’s for sure. I was diagnosed on 23rd January, had my surgery on 8th February and start my chemo next Tuesday.
One of the hardest parts I’ve found is waiting, for results/ dates/ treatment plans. I definitely feel better once I understand what is happening and when.
Someone is always here for you on the forum, just shout out/ ask away
Hope you get your plan soon and not too long to wait for your surgery
Stay strong, you can do this x
Hiya. Please do not feel alone. There are so many people on here who can support help and give advice. It is perfectly natural to be terrified. Once you have a plan it might make things easier. Have a browse through the forum and have a look at some of the stories. You got this and we are all behind you
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