So I was diagnosed about 4 weeks ago and have finally started chemotherapy of 4 cycles x2 followed by lumpectomy and then radiotherapy. It is such a relief to have started the treatment now. It was only yesterday and I’m not feeling too bad at the moment but just taking one step at a time for now- the wig and headscarves are ready alongside the ginger tea to relieve the nausea. I am getting used to the fact that I have breast cancer but have such fab support at home and at work that it makes it easier.But I am having to accept that this has changed the course of my life as I envisaged it and lots of adjustments need to be made. You never know what is around the corner. At least I have stopped crying quite so much.
On the ginger tea: check with your team before taking anything herbal or anything at all -- supplements, over the counter medications, etc. This is because some things can be counter-indicated for certain cancer drugs. Your oncologist will know how to guide you.
Sounds like things are going well, and it's really good that you have such support. Certain aspects of getting through treatment can be challenging, and talking to people who have been or are going through similar experiences can really help.
Thankyou for that good advice I will ask my team to check. I have just been given Victoria Derbyshires book which tells of her journey through breast cancer ( apparently she does not like it to be called a journey!) it’s an easy read and I certainly identify with many of her emotions.
Her book is very good…I too hate the term ‘journey’ ….especially when people add on something about a ‘bright new chapter’ at the end. People mean well but I always grit my teeth at that term for some reason.
I too am not too fond of that term in this context, but find myself using it at times because I cannot find an alternative. Suggestions would be very welcome!
….especially when people add on something about a ‘bright new chapter’ at the end. People mean well but I always grit my teeth at that term for some reason. 
