I’ve been diagnosed for two and a half weeks now. Slowly coming to terms with things but still having up and down days, but more postive than at the beginning! Have a strong family history of BC so always knew it was a possibiltiy but nothing prepares you for a diagnosis does it?!
Have decisions to make about op’s and treatment and really don’t know which way to go just now.
But know from reading posts on here that people really do understand the rollercoaster of emotions that I am experiencing just now, and think I will find help and support here.
Good luck to all going through treatment etc :smileyhappy: x
Sorry to hear your news. My wife has been diagnosed, waiting for the biopsy results. This time is the worst, we just want the treatment to begin and “cure” her.
Hi and welcome. You will find lots of information on here, it has really helped me through the last few months. The worst part of it all is the constant waiting for results. I found it best to keep as busy as possible in the early stages as you can drive yourself mad worrying. I was diagnosed in April, had my op in May and am nearing the end of my radiotherapy treatment now. If you need to know anything just go to the various headings or ask a question. There are lots of lovely ladies on here who can offer support or just time for a chat as we all know what you are going through. Good luck xxx
Hi Julie. I diagnosed month ago and i completely understand your anxieties. Just had first chemo on Monday. I actually feel fine at moment and definitely more positive as something is being done. I know there will be bad days but i intend to enjoy the good ones! !! I wish you well with your decisions i know we are all different but the anxieties must be the same. Until it happens to you it is difficult to understand. I am glad there is this site too. Thinking of you. Shirl
Hi Julie I’ve been at wits end for last month but have now had my first session of chemo on Monday. I actually feel fine at moment on anti sickness tabs etc but having felt sick with worry before i actually have an appetite at moment. I feel SO much more positive at moment especially things are happening to make use well again. I wish you the very best especially decisions. We are all different but the anxiety use be the same for all. Until it happens to you its hard to understand.
Thank you for your replies, sorry I’ve been so quiet, but really appreciate that you took the time to reply.
Think I’ve managed to post/start three different threads as I couldn’t see my posts at first so thought they hadn’t worked, but just seen from my profile they did! Oops, so sorry if I’ve kept repeating myself!
Have finally an op date for next week and the beginnings of a treatment plan. After much discussion with my consultant I’ve opted for a lumpectomy and radiotherapy, but that could all change depending on the op, just have to wait and see. Trying to keep busy and stay positive, but allowing myself a wobble when I need one, releases the pressure I’ve found.
Really scared about going into hospital next week, just want it over now the waiting is one of the worst bits.
Hope you and your loved ones treatments are going well, take care all