Questions re:TNBC

Hello, 

recent TNBC diagnostic, no treatment plan discussed with me yet (hopefully next week), I am worried that things are being too slow… 

i have a few questions (unfortunately I have not yet had the opportunity to ask the oncologist and forgot to ask the consultant) about TNBC:

  • tumour is 21mm (initially thought to be 18mm) and 1 lymph node, consultant said I will start with chemo. Why are some people having surgery beforehand and then chemo? Is doing chemo beforehand brings less success - I am confused as to why you would not want to get rid of it asap. 

  • has anyone looked into changing their diet on receipt of diagnostic. I have stopped eating meat, dairy and refined sugar. I mainly eat beans, pulses, greens, whole grain rice and fruits. Have some of you made changes. I have read conflicting info about pulses and nuts. 

  • I barely drink alcohol so now I have stopped totally

  • some people take supplements, I am worried about starting this at same time of chemo and will discuss with oncologist. I wonder if some of you are taking supplements whilst doing chemo. 

Thanks 

aurore 

Hi Aurore2000

I hope you are doing well.

While you wait for your next meeting with the consultant or oncologist you may wish to speak to someone on our nursing team. You can reach us on 0808 800 6000 (Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm; Saturday, 9am-1pm). Our team is friendly and non-judgmental, and anything you speak to us about is treated with confidence.

If you ever wish to chat, we’re right here and happy to talk!

Sending our love

Bernard

Hi, i know you posted this a while ago but i wondered if you found out any more about the diet question?

I have juat received the same diagnosis and am waiting to start treatment.  How are you getting on?