Breast Cancer Now Forum

Here, here. Well done Saphire for standing your ground. It's good to have a date to focus on. I had my right sided mastectomy 2 weeks ago tomorrow. Besudes developing a haematoma (which was quickly sorted out) I have recovered really well. Back to clinic Friday for dressings off , results & treatment plan moving forward. I'm getting used to all this waiting now. I just deal with it by keeping as busy as possible & thinking positive thoughts. Really gkad your finally getting sorted xx ... View more

Hi all   I hope your all doing ok and hanging on in there.   I haven't been on the forum for about a week, so just catching up on some of the latest discussion threads.  One thing I've learnt with my BC journey so far, is that I have to wait.  Wait for test results, waiting for appointment and pre-op dates.  My mastectomy, SNB and reconstruction is scheduled in for 10 days time.  That takes me up to a month from diagnosis to actual treatment.  So don't know if that's a good or bad thing.    I'm still remaining upbeat and as positive as possible.  Working has definately helped me to keep busy and counting the days off until my operation.  Saphire, it will have been 2 weeks between my pre-op assessment and the surgery date.  I hope you've had some more news since you last posted xx ... View more

Ironically, hubby has just gone back to work after a phased return.  Health wise, he's really good, thanks for asking.  However, the BC diagnosis has hit him hard and he's been the tearful one. So I'm with you on the bad year bit.    I'm so, so sorry to hear the news about your partner.  MS is such an awful debillitating disease.  So from the sounds of it you have caring responsibilities too.  Its a lot to handle on top of your BC diagnosis and treatment too.  Your a very courageous and caring lady xx   ... View more

Thank you Helena   Your message mean's a lot.  I guess everyone's reactions to BC are never the same.  Some, like myself are very pragmatic in their approach, other's it hits really hard.  I guess that's what makes us all human.  There's no right or wrong way to react when you get a cancer diagnosis.   As a child I witnessed my Mum going through BC and then she unfortunately passed away a few years later.  Whether this has made me a stronger person, I don't know?  What I do know is that I have to be strong for my 11 year old son and hubby (who went and had a heart attack 7 months ago).  So, its been quite a year for us so far.  Also, I have a very daft (and sometimes sarcastic) sense of humour, so I know this will get me through, even in the early days post surgery.  As it stands now, I'm feeling postive both mentally and physically to handle what's coming.  Stay strong is my motto!   Glad to hear your counselling is coming to an end and your ready to go it alone.  I take a lot of strength from that.  Di xx     ... View more

Hi Maria   I've only just joined the forum, as I've just been diagnosed (last week) with a right sided Invasive Ductal BC.  My symptoms started out as that chest pulling type pain.    I had the removal of extensive microcalcifications in the same breast about 2 years ago.  I go to the gym, so before Christmas I started getting (just occasionally) this sharp pulling pain in the right breast.  It never even crossed my mind it could be BC.  However, a couple of weeks later I then discovered 2 lumps and its gone frm there.  I'm scheduled to have a mastectomy and hopefully reconstruction on the 16th March.  My right breast has now become very tender to touch and the sharp muscle, pulling pain is becoming more evident as time's going on.   I noticed you posted late January, so wondered how you were getting on?    Di x ... View more

Hi all   I was diagnosed with Grade 2 Invasive Ductal BC last Thursday in 2 areas of the right breast, however the results of the lymph node biopsy were 'inconclusive' - I've learnt to detest that word after I had some issues with microcalcifications in the same breast 2 years ago.    So its still early days for me.  I went back to see the consultant today and I'm pleased to report that the prognosis is really positive.  It seems oestrogen is my Kryptonite too - as its a strong ER reception one, so its Tamoxifen for me (so far!).    I'm booked in for a mastectomy and reconstruction on the 16th March.  However, I've never looked forward to going under the knife so much (does that sound strange???).  I'm literally counting the days off the calendar.   In terms of my feelings since diagnosis, I've been so positive (I've even scared myself).  I admit there have been moments of denial, but not many tears, which is unusual for someone who cries at One Born Every Minute!! or the RSPCA adverts!!  I guess I seemed to have found some inner (hidden) strength.  I reckon its still going to hit me at some point though!   I've also kept working.  As its keeping my mind busy (so making the week go quicker).  Work colleagues have been great, really supportive.  Plus, I figured I'd need a few weeks off post op.  The Breast Cancer Care website is a fantastic resource to have and I've found out so much info.  I wouldn't normally join forums, as quite a private person.  But reading about other people's experiences of BC is really helping.  So, I just wanted to say 'hello' and its comforting to know that I'm not alone out there xx ... View more