Hi all. I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer on 5/1. I was initially relieved that it’s a low grade however it is in a few lymph notes but not many I’m told. My masectomy is scheduled for 23/1. I will then be having chemotherapy and radiotherapy. I love my job but I’m really struggling to.concentrate and feel quite emotional and scared most of the time. I am upset with how it’s turned my life upside down. I’m a very keen runner but don’t feel like running at the moment. I know that I need to keep myself fit before the op. Sorry for moaning. I’m hoping I’ll feel better tomorrow.
I keep telling myself to be strong but there are just so many thoughts to deal with all the time. I have less than 2 weeks before I finish work and have a lot to do so need to try and concentrate. I think I’m going to have to write down my thoughts and try and park them for a while ?
Hi and welcome, I am only a little bit further down the line than you but I think the initial diagnosis is probably the worst … it is a lot to take in and think about. I had a mastectomy on the 22nd December and I’ve recovered really well … I finished work 2 weeks before my op as I really couldn’t concentrate and was suffering with anxiety. As your treatment moves forward you will hopefully start to feel a lot calmer. Please join us ladies on these forums to let us know how you are getting on. We don’t mind whether it’s to rant, cry or have a general moan but we also have some funny times too … Sarah xx
hi SJ
Its quite normal to feel like this. I remember those feelings in the early days of diagnosis, it is a shock, but it does get better when your treatment plan is in place & treatment starts.
I remember those feelings of monumental effort to concentrate at work prior to starting treatment as well as having periods of feeling ok then having wobbles.
Yes, it does turn your life upside down for a while & do come on here to moan as much as you want to! We’ve all been there.
come on here to chat whenever you need to.
ann x