Hello. I was diagnosed in January - it felt like being hit by an avalanche which came out of nowhere. I have a lovely husband and son, supportive friends and extended family, a job I enjoy - but I don’t know how begin to process my new reality. I started chemo a week ago and need to hope it’s making a difference. I want to learn how to live well again, but right now just trapped and scared . It would be good to speak to people who understand.
Hi Fran1968
I am so sorry you are going through all this. I understand and relate to all you say - I was diagnosed in November. All I can say is that is does get a bit easier - you will start to accept your situation in time. You will have good moments and bad ones but that’s ok. I find that focussing on the current treatment you are having and thinking positive thoughts about how it is working for you helps. The hardest times are waiting for scan results when it’s hard to not think about the ‘what ifs’.
Try to keep positive - we are lucky to have lots of people around us who are keeping us going. You won’t always feel like you do now. Good luck xx
Thank you Bradfordgirl - that means a lot to me. I do have good moments, and I’m so grateful for the strength and warmth of family and friends. I’m finding my way, one foot in front of another.
How are you doing? November is still very recent. Do you mind me asking what treatment you’re having? (I am about ten days into first cycle of HPD.) I hope you are okay.
I wish you well xx
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