Hi all,
I was diagnosed on the 8th December having found a lump myself, my Doctor couldn’t, but sent me for a scan to see if it was a cyst. Mamagram and scan later the Doctor said it was a small cancerous lump. I was on my own at the time and just felt as if I was in a dream. Had to wait until the 20th to find out what sort, 8mm lump stage 2 invasive lobular, sensitive to oestrogen. The plan is to have a lumpectomy, lymph node removal and all being well, radiotherapy. I am a single mother of two beautiful children, 14 and 10. It still seems surreal and I feel as if I’ve been knocked over by a bus and had the stuffing knocked out of me! Mostly I’m scared and tearful, sometimes angry and permanently in disbelief. I’m trying to think positively and know this is curable but it’s still such a shock. I’ve got through Christmas - only told my kids a few days ago and now New Year is over I’m on the countdown to surgery on Friday. I’m lunging between wanting to know everything, and burying my head in the sand and pretending it will go away. I don’t undertsnad why some people have different procedures done, or get scans done and I haven’t? Also, I have a Mirena in and read that it should be removed but my consultant said it doesn’t matter? Does anyone else get concerned about conflicting information?
I know a lot of people have been recently diagnosed and still in shock, so perhaps we can help each other through this? I look forward to hearing from you all and wish you the best of luck!
Hi, I was dx in sept, grade 2, 9mm, er+, I had wle and snb and was fine after surgery. The beginging is the hardest and you will get loads of support on here. I didn’t require chemo but I get what you are saying about conflicting information. I thought mirna coil had to come out also? I would certainly check that. I’m on tamoxifen now and start radiotherapy in january, it is easier now compared 2 the begining. I still have that scared feeling but hope and pray it gets easier. Good luck with ur surgery xx
Hi Gordok1
Thanks for your message. I’m glad you’re finding things easier. I will check out the coil business - seems a bit odd. I hope the radiotherapy goes ok. I’m not familiar with all the terms - what does er+ mean?!!
Take care S x
Hi 30Nov66
Welcome to the BCC discussion forums, I hope you are finding them to be good source of support and information.
I’m sorry to read of your diagnosis, the first few weeks can be difficult when coming to terms with things and getting to grips with your treatment plans, etc.
As well as the support you are receiving on the forums you might find it helpful to order the BCC resources pack. It has been specifically designed for those newly diagnosed and contains information to help you better understand your diagnosis, test results and the various treatments available. If you would like to order a copy just follow the link bellow:-
www2.breastcancercare.org.uk/pub … cer-bcc145
Also, if you need further support or information the helpline will be open again tomorrow and then normal hours which are 9-5 Monday to Friday and 9-2 Saturday. The number is 0808 800 6000.
Best wishes Sam, BCC Facilitator