Feeling isolated

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Hi I was diagnosed with “early treatable” breast cancer in December 2024 at the age of 47,  I underwent a lumpectomy and axillary clearance in January and and I am part way through preventative chemotherapy ( which is rough) I’m finding it difficult to come to terms with my diagnosis and treatment but also because it’s “early treatable breast cancer “ which I am immensely thankful for tmy family and friends think i should be fine because “it could be much worse” and “ the chemo is only prevention you’ll be fine” 

I don’t feel fine and don’t think I will ever be carefree again losing all my hair hasn’t helped my confidence is on the floor and I just feel lost 

  • Hi Reynolds1,

    Sorry you are going through this without much support for the reality  of the disease. Cancer is cancer no matter what stage.

    I like you had preventative chemo and lost my hair also. Cancer is tough the treatment is tough. The worst part is our heads, the what ifs the uncertainty. Even now I have returned to work and my hair is growing back. I still go straight to has the cancer spread for every ache or pain I probably wouldn't have given a second thought. The psychological change the anxiety is very real. Until you experience this I think it's difficult to understand. 

    You've done the right thing reaching out here, the macmillan nurses and cancer care are also great supports.

    I wish you well with your treatment and recovery. Take the time to yourself, listen to your body and rest when you need it. I think people say you'll be fine because they don't know what else to say or to cover up their fears. Sending hugs xx

  • Thank you so much missmolly you’ve made so really good points I will take on board 

    I’m glad your treatment is over but wish the anxiety would disappear for you , although I know I will be the same 

    take care and thank you again for reaching out to me x

  • Take care. Be kind to yourself. Sending hugs xx