Only just been given diagnosis

 Hi  and a warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community but sorry that you needed to find us and I am especially sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Although I had a different type of cancer, any cancer diagnosis brings many questions, lots of confusion and stress but talking with other people who are on the same type of journey will help you navigate this rollercoaster.

The Community is organised into dedicated support groups so can I see you've joined our supportive Ovarian cancer group, this will be a good place to connect with others navigating the same type of cancer journey.

To join a group just click on the link above then choose 'click to join' or 'join' (depending on the device you're using) on the page that opens. Then you can introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’ or hit the box with the X on the top right (If using a phone) you could just copy and paste the text from this, your first post. You can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'. 

It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.

Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.

Sending you welcoming hugs Bx

Hello again. I forgot to mention when you have a minute, it would be great if you could pop something about your journey so far into your profile as it really helps others when answering or looking for someone with a similar diagnosis. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. To do this click on your username and then select 'Profile'. You can amend it at any time,

Hugs, B xx

Hi Jennibel,

Sorry you find yourself here, but I hope the Ovarian group is able to offer you some support.

I don’t know how similar medically our types of cancer are, but what I do know is that the emotions and unanswered questions you are battling with are ones that all of us on this journey can relate to.

I hope, like me, you will find it a little easier, once your tests and diagnosis are complete and your medical team have outlined a plan for you, to take the next steps one at a time.

Meanwhile, the advice I would give is don’t feel you have to wear the “brave” face all the time - it’s OK to cry when that’s what you feel you need.

I hope your CT scan brings some positive news for you, and it would be lovely to hear how you get on if you’d like to post again.

Love Bx