Recalled sept from mammogram
had biopsy and the huge two week wait
bad news they said but ok dcis
had lumpectomy
another two weeks
found small cancer and needed second op to check nodes
another two week wait
now talking chemotherapy not radiotherapy
I’m so scared of all the treatment our future
4nov results
first they said don’t worry it’s ok then chemo talk
the waiting is the worst thing for me and I’m a dr google
mcmillian suggested this site for me to join
x
Welcome.......
The waiting is awful isn't it but you're nearly there....?
I was in a similar position to you in 2015. The first plan did not include chemo but the analysis....triple negative.....eventually required it. It isn't pleasant but obviously it was thought necessary. It has probably helped keep the cancer away so I expect that is why they are now suggesting this route for you.
As you say...don't google. Very outdated and scary. Ask your questions on this thread. Someone will have had a similar experience.Try to distract yourself by doing something nice between now and the results day. If you think the chemo is likely, you might want to freeze some soups or light meals. A lot of people lose their appetite during chemo because the drugs can change your taste. Join in some of the chatty threads like Awake. There is humour there as well as more serious moments. I know you are worried but try to remember that your cancer was probably removed by the lumpectomy and future treatment is to stop it coming back. It seeems to be working for me at the moment which makes it worth some of the awful days chemo produced. The radiotherapy was thankfully problem free.
I hope all goes well for you as you continue your treatment. The wait will finish, the treatment does end. There are many sucessfully treated posters on this site.
Cyber hugs. Love Karen
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2025 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007