Hello, I'm in late stages of my pregnancy (37weeks) I was told of my breast cancer confirmation 12 days ago. I was wondering if anyone had any experience with having a baby and getting ready for cancer removal surgery?
Do you know if I would be able to breast feed my baby after birth? (I have cancer on my right breast spreaded to my lymph nodes right side. No mass on my left breast) will be having chemo and then radiotherapy after surgery.
I know I should be asking my cancer doctor this, but unfortunately I've not managed to speak to him no calls back and specialist nurse team member who did call back couldn't answer any if my questions.
Thank you all
Hi MariaL, congratulations on the birth of your son. That’s wonderful you can spend some lovely time together before you start your treatment.
Wishing you all the best.
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