Hello and thanks for posting

I'm sorry to read about everything you've been through. It sounds like it's been an incredibly tough journey, both physically and emotionally.

You won’t usually have other routine scans and tests unless you report any symptoms that need checking. Several large studies have shown having regular scans following breast cancer treatment when there are no symptoms is not useful in finding recurrence early and doesn’t improve overall survival. You can read more about this on Breast Cancer Now's website.

The GP has overall responsibility for a person's healthcare at home and I see that you've made an appointment to see your GP to discuss your recent symptoms. These symptoms could be related to your treatments, on going side effects, or something else entirely. But it's best to get them checked out just to be on the safe side .Your GP can arrange further tests if needed.

Your breast surgery and I presume you are taking hormone treatment are treatments to reduce the risk of the cancer returning.

Moving forward after cancer treatment is a journey and it can feel uncertain and overwhelming at times. Many people worry about the cancer coming back and this is a very natural thought process to go through. But for some people this fear and anxiety is with them every day and it really can affect a persons quality of life. Maggie's has some information about this on their website.

Some patients also find moving forward groups and courses run within cancer support centres such as Macmillan or Maggie's centres helpful to look forward and try and regain a sense of normality.  Macmillan and other cancer support centres attached to hospitals run these types of courses as well. 

You may find it helpful to know that Breast Cancer Now have an online forum and you may find it helpful talking to other women going through similar things and hear about their different experiences.

I hope this is helpful. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Kind regards,

Celene

Hi Celine, 

Which home country are you based in?
I only ask because each devolved health service seems to have subtly different processes in place. 
Either way - seeing your GP is the first, most important step.

Good luck!
Dave

Hi Celine,

Thank you for your advice, I will certainly look into the websites that you have suggested. I suppose it is a feeling of suddenly being ‘cast adrift’ after the intensity of the past 18 months! But, as time goes by, I know that my positivity will return and Life will get back to some semblance of normality,

Thanks again,

Dee