My mum was tested for breast cancer yesterday and finds out her results next week. Breast cancer runs in my family and at 16, im really scared about what the results will be.
I have no-one to talk to about it as my step-dad avoids the topic and im trying to act strong for my mum and my younger brother who knows nothing about it.
I know she hasn’t been diagnosed its just I don’t know what to do. Im scared, worried, frightened that she will be diagnosed as ive seen the pain and suffering cancer inflicts on everyone involved, having members of my family die from cancer, most recently my grandmother.
My real father is suffering from a terminal disease, Huntingtons Disease, and I just couldn’t bear it if both my parents were taken from me when im this young.
I know cancer is beatable, just looking at all the messages on here of people and their determination is so inspiring, its just, I feel so overwhelmed by it all and with my gcse’s in a couple of months and all the stresses that contains, I just cannot hold it all together any more.
I know I sound so silly, after all it could only be a cyst, Its just I feel so alone.I cannot speak to any friends about it and my relatives don’t want to mention it until its been confirmed. Im just really worried I guess.
Is there anyone who is going through the same thing, knows anyone who is or can offer some advice or support as to what I should do to get through this.
I know im not the one going through this, but Ive spoken to my mum and she says not to worry about it all, but I cant help but welling up every time I think about it.
I know I shouldn’t be upset until I know what’s going on but some friendly advice and support would be much appreciated! Thankyou
Hi Emma,
You have got a lot on your shoulders haven’t you. First off, here’s a hug (((((emma))))).
As you know you can always come here for support but it might be worth ringing breast cancer care to speak to one of their advisors the number is on the homepage I think.
Also, is there a teacher or member of staff at school you might be able to talk to. I’m sure they would
be sympathetic if they knew and could give you a bit of support re: GCSEs as well.
The waiting is awful as you worry about what to expect, but you are quite right; it could be something benign.
You have every right to be upset about what is happening in your life and you don’t have to hold it all together so do reach out for some support.
Sorry I couldn’t be more help but please know you are not alone and others are thinking of you.
Do let us know how you and your mum get on.
Tink x