hiya everyone, im new to the forums but have been lookin at the site for the last 10 days when i went to my gp with a lump in my left breast,ever since then lifes just been a wirlwind of emotions,my gp told me id be seen at the breast clinic within 14 days,the following morning the hospital rang and made an appointment for me i went on thursday and after mammagrams , an ultra sound scan, 4 needle biopsys and 2 core biopsys they found 4 lumps .one was a cyst,another a fibrodoena, the lump i knew about is 1.5cm breast cancer and the last one still suspect had another core biopsy befor leaving and wont know the result on that one till monday .Will be having surgery thursday but depending on the result wether it will be a lumpectomy or mastectomy i am so scared im ok one min in floods of tears the next its to much to take in.the rest of what they said is a blurr something about radiation possibly chemo ,i think you are all so great helping each other through this any advice id realy appreicate My thoughts are with you all .
Hi lindiloo
I know for a fact you will inundated with replies on this site. Everyone here is so supportive, and you will find the help, strength and advice you need. I was diagnosed on 4th April and this site has been invaluable, as we all know what each other is going through. I was 41 when diagnosed and have a brilliant husband, and two daughters aged 14 and 10, who have been so supportive.
The first few days are the worst, from diagnosis and test after test,but once you find out whats what, and get your treatment plan you will feel better I promise ! I know its a very scary time, I felt the same as you are feeling now but nearly four months down the line, I’m feeling so much more positive, and can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel that people told me was there, and I didnt believe them !
My lump measured 5.2 cm x 2.5 so my Consultant decided on 8 courses of chemo first followed by a mastectomy, (apparently because I have small boobs - charming !) radiotherapy, then Herceptin for a year as I’m HER2 positive. I had an MRI scan after my fourth chemo and am very pleased to say my lump has now shrunk to less than half its size. Had my fifth chemo yesterday.
You will have your good days and bad days lindiloo, but you will get there, and as I say once you get your treatment plan, you will feel a lot better.
Good luck next week, please let us know how you get on.
Thinking of you and sending you lots of love
Julie xx
Hi Lindiloo
I am sorry to hear of your recent diagnosis. I am sure you will continue to receive lots of helpful advice and support from the other forum users, in addition, you are welcome to contact our freephone helpline on 0808 800 6000 where you are able to talk to someone in confidence about how you are feeling at the moment. The line is open Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturdays 9am - 2pm
Breast Cancer Care have recently published a Resources Pack which you may find helpful to read, it is filled with information to help you better understand your diagnosis, test results and the various treatments available. You can download it from the following link or you can ask for a copy to be sent to you via the helpline:
breastcancercare.org.uk//content.php?page_id=7514
I hope you find this helpful.
Kind Regards
Katie
Moderator
Breast Cancer Care
Hi Lindiloo,
so sorry you’ve had to join us here but ‘welcome’. You are in very good company here and I’m sure you will find this site a great source of comfort and support.
I know its a very scary time for you right now. I was diagnosed in March, age 34 and knew v.little about bc prior to diagnosis. It has been a very steep learning curve!! I was diagnosed on Mar 19th and had a right mastectomy and total axillary clearance the following week. Like with yourself they did not hang about at all and I’m v.pleased with that! After my mastectomy I found out my tumour was grade 3, 4cm, hormone receptive and I had 25/28 nodes affected. I have also since found out that I’m HER2+ so will be having Herceptin.
I started chemo in May, and this will hopefully be finished mid-oct. I’ve then got rads, hormones and Herceptin to look forward to. Not!!! Musn’t complain though as they’re throwing everything they can at this little bast**d!!!
I had so little time between diagnosis and the op that it all seemed just a blur and quite surreal really. It was like it wasn’t really happening to me, like some horrible nightmare that I would soon wake up from. Telling people was horrendous, especially as whenever I rang people to say I had some news they all responded with ‘when are you getting married/when’s the baby due?’. If only I could’ve been calling with news as lovely as that!!!
I like to be really well informed so when first diagnosed I think I ordered almost every leaflet and booklet this site has to offer!! I knew that because of my age I would be having chemo regardless so I even ordered those booklets! One I would defo recommend is the ‘exercises after breast surgery’ booklet. I took it into hosp with me and found it invaluable.
I wish you well for tomorrow and for thurs. Please do let us know how it goes tomorrow, I will be thinking of you,
Take care,
Kelly
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Hi Lindiloo
Just wanted to say sorry you are here, but you are in the best place. So much love and support on these pages. I have have just had my first chemo to shrink my 6cm lump. I was dx 14 June and it is a blur, try and get things straight enough in your head to ask all the questions you need. Information is the best thing to understand how it will be treated and get your head around what is to come next. Write it down in the middle of the night when you can’t sleep if you need to - I did (sad cow)!
Anyway I wish you well for Monday and Thursday - please come back and tell us how you get on.
Love
Ali
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hey Lindiloo
Sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but as all the girls say, this is one of the best places to be to ask questions and get support. It’s normal to be up and down with your emotions at the moment.
Thinking of you,
Fuschia
xxxx
Hi Lindiloo,
So sorry you’ve had join to us but as all the other girls have said this site is so supportive and informative. Im through my mastectomy and started chemo over a week ago so there is light at the end of a very long tunnel!
Its a dreadfull time but with love and support you will come through. Keep strong but weep and wail if you want to.
Love and hugs, Malan x