I was diagnosed with 2nd degree bc in February, single mastectomy in April. I was told I will have chemo and rads due to my age. At my first appointment I raised the issue of fertility unfortunately the hospital forgot to refer me so I am now in the early stages of that process. It seems to be one thing after another with regards to mistakes and delays by the hospital, none of the health care providers are talking to one another and I am constantly being phoned to be the go between about my treatment. After being told we were eligible for funding for the fertility we have now had a letter telling us we will have to pay x amount which we don't have so it looks like that's off the table. We have a holiday booked in July for a week in Italy, it is for a friend's wedding at which I am a bridesmaid. Iv checked my insurance and they won't cover for cancellation and it cost nearly £2000. I cannot afford to lose that! Iv already lost hundreds on another trip due to the op. The hospital seem to have no problem delaying things if it is there choice so am I within my rights to ask them to wait until after our holiday for chemo start. I am at my wits end, so please don't judge me, I just want informed advice/opinions. Thank you!
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