Newly diagnosed

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Hi I’m newly diagnosed. Cancer found in breast and lymph node after a routine mammogram. I’m feeling very anxious. I’ve an appointment tomorrow . I’m trying to stop thinking the worst but it’s so hard. I can’t read the leaflets they gave me yet. I have a feeling if constant dread. I’m keeping busy and have a lot of support. My husband is recovering from pancreatic cancer also . 

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    I just wanted to wish you all the best for your appointment tomorrow. If this is the results appointment after your biopsy, they will go through what they found - grade, what (if any) receptors it has, and will take you through the first steps in the treatment plan. I am sorry you have also been supporting your husband through a cancer diagnosis too, that must make it especially hard. Most breast cancer is treatable and it will feel easier once you have a clearer idea of what is to come. 

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  • I have been diagnosed so I think the appointment is for a scan and plan tomorrow. I’m in a permanent state of dread at the moment. I know it’s understandable but I feel like everything is against us especially as my husband is going through the early stages of cancer treatment