Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hi Dragonfly Sorry to hear of your diagnosis. There's so much information to take in; I am 5 weeks since my tnbc diagnosis and I'm still learning new things every day! I got the impression that chemo is always recommended with tnbc even when the tumour appears localised? If you are not sure, ask for a second opinion. I did and although chemo was always on the agenda, I started my chemo first, before having my proposed mastectomy (my choice to go beyond a lumpectomy). I am one chemo session down and 5 to go! I think you have to give yourself the best chance of it not returning and this type of cancer responds well to chemo. I am also having the genetic test done so this gives me time during the chemo to decide best way forward with the surgery. I hope you get a treatment plan arranged with your health team. I felt better once I knew what was what and dates were in the diary. Best of luck with everything xx ... View more

Hi KLF I can give you the email address I use for junk mail and then I can give you my proper email address or phone number! It's katvs33@gmail.com It would be lovely to keep track of how you are getting on. Not heard from that lady yet but I can keep you posted Xx ... View more

KLF, you are not alone. I was diagnosed with TNBC last week following a lumpectomy and prior to that two separate biopsies which both came back benign. (The lump was removed as they were not happy with the shape of it.)So it was a shock to say the least. I have a 3 year old boy so I understand your fear. I am having a mastectomy and lymph node check to see what stage I am at but I know I am having chemo as a minimum. I am getting a second opinion today as I am unsure whether the treatment is the right way round (should I be having chemo first?). I am anxious as 2 months have been wasted already with biopsies. A friend of mine is putting me in touch with a tnbc survivor of 5 years to talk about her experience. I'd be happy to share any tips she may have with you? I vowed to be more positive yesterday after my son asked why I kept crying. We moved house last Friday so talk about a stressful week! We must stay strong for our kiddies xx ... View more